El Chalet Restaurant Cafeteria
Last inspected: Jan 20, 2026
45
Score
Going back to 2022, El Chalet Restaurant Cafeteria has nine inspections in the public record. El Chalet Restaurant Cafeteria was last inspected on Jan 20, 2026. High risk indicates the latest inspection turned up problems worth knowing about.
Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near 11 violations each time.
“Ceiling not smooth” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing seven times across the record.
By comparison, the average Miami facility scores 74, putting El Chalet Restaurant Cafeteria on the weaker side. Taken together, the history suggests a facility that has struggled with consistency.
9
Inspections
2
Critical latest
1
Major latest
8
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 20, 2026
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 8 minor violations.
View 11 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed ham croquettes (119F - Hot Holding) in hot holding display at front counter.
03B-01-6
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed at mop sink next to walk-in freezer.
29-34-4
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap at handwashing sink at cook line. Operator provided soap. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
31B-03-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed bowls with no handle at steam table used to portion food. **Repeat Violation**
14-01-5
Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed throughout kitchen and warewashing area ceiling tiles not smooth and easily cleaned. **Repeat Violation**
36-37-5
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Observed current license not displayed.
50-09-4
Basic - Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed multiple employees at front counter engaging in food preparation wearing jewelry on their wrists.
13-07-4
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed at exit door at rear prep area. **Repeat Violation**
35B-01-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed at reach in cooler at rear prep area soiled with food debris.
22-16-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed raw chicken, raw steak, raw pork, cooked yuca and shredded cheese at reach in cooler at kitchen area not covered. **Repeat Violation**
08B-12-5
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed raw steak under steam thawing at room temp. Coached operator on proper method. **Corrective Action Taken**
06-01-5
45
Jul 29, 2025
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 12 minor violations.
View 14 violations
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at handwashing sink at kitchen area. Manager provided paper towels. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap at handwashing sink at kitchen area. Manager provided soap. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-03-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed interior of ice machine with mold like residue. **Repeat Violation**
22-20-5
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed styrofoam cup used to measure sugar in container of sugar. Employee removed cup. **Corrected On-Site**
14-01-5
Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed ceiling tiles throughout kitchen not smooth and easily cleaned. **Repeat Violation**
36-37-5
Basic - Ceiling tile missing. Observed missing ceiling over preparation area.
36-36-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed ceiling tiles with water damage at main kitchen area.
36-32-5
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed two white cutting boards grooved and not easily cleaned. **Repeat Violation**
14-09-4
Basic - Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed servers engaging in food preparation while wearing bracelets.
13-07-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed gasket at glass door reach in cooler in poor repairs. **Repeat Violation**
14-11-5
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed gap at rear exits of kitchen area. **Repeat Violation**
35B-01-4
Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed wall in disrepair next to exit at kitchen area.
36-24-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gasket at reach in cooler next to flattop griddle soiled with debris.
23-03-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed raw chicken, raw beef not covered at reach in cooler next to flattop griddle.
08B-12-5
45
Feb 19, 2025
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 8 minor violations.
View 10 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Insects, Rodents, and Animals Not Present
FL-38
Plumbing Maintained; Sewage Disposal
FL-51
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
35
Oct 18, 2024
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products. - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-18: No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products. **Time Extended**
05-08-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Nonfood-grade basting brush used in food. Observed a regular paint brush with metal wrapping used to clean coffee debris at coffee/ espresso machine, at front coffee station. **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-18: Observed a regular paint brush with metal wrapping used to clean coffee debris at coffee/ espresso machine, at front coffee station. **Time Extended**
14-14-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed interior of ice machine at front counter and back of kitchen soiled with black mold-like substance. - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-18: Observed interior of ice machine at front counter and back of kitchen soiled with black mold-like substance. **Time Extended**
22-20-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-18: Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. **Time Extended**
36-37-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed ceiling tile in dining room showing water damage. Observed broken ceiling tile above prep table in kitchen. **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-18: Observed ceiling tile in dining room showing water damage. Observed broken ceiling tile above prep table in kitchen. **Time Extended**
36-32-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Cleaned and sanitized equipment or utensils not properly stored. Observed clean utensils in container in kitchen not inverted with handle facing up. - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-18: Observed clean utensils in container in kitchen not inverted with handle facing up. **Time Extended**
24-07-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed gap beneath both exterior doors in kitchen. **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-18: Observed gap beneath both exterior doors in kitchen. **Time Extended**
35B-01-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed knives stored in crack between prep table and wall in kitchen. - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-18: Observed knives stored in crack between prep table and wall in kitchen. **Time Extended**
10-17-4
61
Aug 16, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 7 major violations. 8 minor violations.
View 17 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed container of raw chicken stored over green peppers in reach in cooler near walk in freezer. Manager placed raw chicken under peppers. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-04-5
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw beef and raw chicken stored over plastic jugs of milk inside of reach in cooler at kitchen. Manager placed raw products under plastic jugs of milk. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed sliced at kitchen soiled with old food debris.
22-02-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed metal sheet tray and containers stored inside of hand wash sink near walk in freezer.
31A-11-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at hand wash sink near walk in freezer.
31B-02-4
Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
05-08-4
Intermediate - No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. **Repeat Violation**
11-26-1
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap at hand wash sink near walk in freezer. **Repeat Violation**
31B-03-4
Intermediate - Nonfood-grade basting brush used in food. Observed a regular paint brush with metal wrapping used to clean coffee debris at coffee/ espresso machine, at front coffee station. **Repeat Violation**
14-14-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed interior of ice machine at front counter and back of kitchen soiled with black mold-like substance.
22-20-5
Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. **Repeat Violation**
36-37-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed ceiling tile in dining room showing water damage. Observed broken ceiling tile above prep table in kitchen. **Repeat Violation**
36-32-5
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed gap beneath both exterior doors in kitchen. **Repeat Violation**
35B-01-4
Basic - In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed knives stored in crack between prep table and wall in kitchen.
10-17-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no hand washing sign at hand wash sink at front counter.
31B-04-4
Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed leaking pipe under hand wash sink at entrance of kitchen.
29-11-4
Basic - Cleaned and sanitized equipment or utensils not properly stored. Observed clean utensils in container in kitchen not inverted with handle facing up.
24-07-4
25
Mar 28, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
37
Sep 22, 2023
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 2 major violations. 15 minor violations.
View 20 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed ham croquettes (130F - Hot Holding); chicken empanadas (115F - Hot Holding); beef empanadas (114F - Hot Holding). As per operator cooked less than 1 hours. Operator reheat items ham croquettes (165F - Reheating); chicken empanadas (166F - Reheating); beef empanadas (166F - Reheating) **Corrected On-Site**
03B-01-6
High Priority - Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Observed employee cracking raw shell eggs and putting new pair of gloves without washing hands. Coach employee the proper way to clean and sanitize hands before wearing or changing gloves. **Corrective Action Taken**
12A-07-5
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw chicken over cooked pork inside reach in cooler at kitchen area. Observed a box of uncooked bacon, stored over container of cooked yuca inside reach in cooler at kitchen area. Employee removed items and placed them correctly inside reach in cooler. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed several aluminum bowls inside hand washing sink at back kitchen. Observed employees dropping ice inside hand washing sink at front counter.
31A-11-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at front counter.
31B-02-4
Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed porous ceiling tiles throughout kitchen.
36-37-5
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable located on several kitchen counters.
14-09-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee motorcycle helmet stored under preparation table located near reach in coolers area.
40-06-5
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed in-use cracked/broken cutting board on kitchen counter.
14-11-5
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. **Repeat Violation**
35B-01-4
Basic - In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between wall and kitchen counter.
10-17-4
Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board located on kitchen counter, across from three compartment sink.
21-04-4
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris located at kitchen cooklines.
22-08-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact equipment exposed to splash/spillage not constructed of materials that are corrosion resistant, non-absorbent, smooth and easily cleanable. Observed rust pitted surface located at counter under kitchen slicer.
14-47-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled hood filters above cookline.
23-03-4
Basic - Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
14-17-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. **Repeat Violation**
36-27-5
Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle located under handwash sink next to kitchen entrance door.
29-11-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wiping cloths stored on counters throughout kitchen area.
21-12-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed no labels on squeeze bottles of oil located at cookline. Observed flour container under kitchen prep table no label.
02D-01-5
25
Mar 15, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 3 major violations. 10 minor violations.
View 15 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw chicken over beef over potatoes in the upright refrigerator by the walk-in cooler. **Repeat Violation**
08A-04-5
High Priority - Container of medicine improperly stored. Observed a bottle of rubbing alcohol on top of the microwave over the dough mixer.
41-07-4
Intermediate - Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment. Poster provided via email.
11-27-4
Intermediate - No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. Form provided via email. **Corrective Action Taken**
11-26-1
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed a plastic squeeze bottle at the hand washing sink not labeled.
41-17-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed in a large plastic container of salt.
14-01-5
Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed at the front counter area and throughout the kitchen.. **Repeat Violation**
36-37-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed above the reach in coolers. **Repeat Violation**
36-32-5
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. **Repeat Violation**
35B-01-4
Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed a hole next to the kitchen entrance. **Repeat Violation**
36-24-5
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer. Observed at the front counter.
14-69-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed the hood filters soiled. **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed at the front counter in the coke cooler. **Repeat Violation**
14-33-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed under the hood system.
36-27-5
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed a large container of salt not labeled. **Repeat Violation**
02D-01-5
33
Nov 7, 2022
Routine - Food
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed throughout the kitchen and front counter area. **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2022-11-07: Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed throughout the kitchen and front counter area. * **Time Extended**
36-37-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. - From follow-up inspection 2022-11-07: Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. **Time Extended**
35B-01-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed at the kitchen entrance. - From follow-up inspection 2022-11-07: Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed at the kitchen entrance. **Time Extended**
36-24-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed at the front counter reach in cooler with coke on the top. - From follow-up inspection 2022-11-07: Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed at the front counter reach in cooler with coke on the top. **Time Extended**
14-33-4
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was El Chalet Restaurant Cafeteria last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at El Chalet Restaurant Cafeteria on file is from Jan 20, 2026. The public record contains nine inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at El Chalet Restaurant Cafeteria?
Across the inspection record, “ceiling not smooth” has been cited seven times, more than any other issue at El Chalet Restaurant Cafeteria.
How does El Chalet Restaurant Cafeteria compare to other restaurants in Miami?
El Chalet Restaurant Cafeteria most recently scored 45 out of 100, which is lower than the Miami average of 74.
Has El Chalet Restaurant Cafeteria's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at El Chalet Restaurant Cafeteria have averaged around 11 violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at El Chalet Restaurant Cafeteria means the most recent inspection flagged either critical violations or a substantial number of smaller ones. Diners may want to read the violation details before deciding to visit.
How often is El Chalet Restaurant Cafeteria inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, El Chalet Restaurant Cafeteria is inspected around three times per year on average.
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