El Megachuzo
Last inspected: Feb 23, 2026
74
Score
El Megachuzo has been inspected eight times since 2022. The latest inspection on file is from Feb 23, 2026. A medium risk rating points to a few notable findings at the last inspection, though nothing severe.
Recent inspections have turned up more issues than earlier ones, averaging around nine violations lately compared to roughly seven violations before.
“Equipment in poor repair” comes up most often, recorded four times in the inspection record.
El Megachuzo's latest score is in line with the Sunny Isles Beach average of 74. On the whole, the file is mixed but not concerning.
8
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
6
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 23, 2026
Routine - Food
6 minor violations.
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Basic - Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged raw mahi bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package.
06-09-1
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn. **Repeat Violation**
14-11-5
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer.
14-69-4
Basic - In-use wet wiping towel used under cutting board. Manager removed. **Corrected On-Site**
21-04-4
Basic - Observed reach in freezer in disrepair and has exposed insulation. **Repeat Violation**
14-36-5
Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface and in disrepair. **Repeat Violation**
14-33-4
74
Sep 22, 2025
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 9 minor violations.
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Intermediate - Food manager certification Jose Orjuela expired as of 1/30/25. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ **Warning**
53A-03-7
Intermediate - Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. List of employees and expirations dates listed below; Marcela V.-3/20/25 Paula R.-4/24/25 Yaidra A.-1/25/25 Victor R.-4/12/25 **Warning**
53B-05-5
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
14-69-4
Basic - Interior of refrigerator or freezer in disrepair/has exposed insulation. **Warning**
14-36-5
Basic - Observed cases of oil stored on floor in kitchen area. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
08B-38-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense chips. Advised manager and removed. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
14-01-5
Basic - Cardboard used to line shelves in reach in cooler and prep table. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
14-05-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler/ freezer gaskets torn.. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
14-11-5
Basic - Observed white reach in chest freezer in disrepair and not constructed in a durable manner. **Warning**
14-10-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. **Warning**
14-33-4
Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
29-49-6
52
Mar 24, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 10 minor violations.
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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. Discussed and emailed form to operator.
11-26-1
Basic - Bowl with no handle used to dispense cooked rice. **Repeat Violation**
14-01-5
Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured located in bar area.
51-11-4
Basic - Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves.
14-05-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gasket torn. **Repeat Violation**
14-11-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed cases of food on floor in dry storage area.
08B-38-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer. **Repeat Violation**
14-69-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
14-33-4
Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-freezer.
29-49-6
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed raw chicken thawing in standing water. Located next to 3 compartment sink.
06-01-5
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated debris.
36-27-5
55
Jul 29, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 5 minor violations.
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Proper Eating, Tasting, Drinking, or Tobacco Use
FL-06
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
58
Mar 22, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
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Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
52
Aug 8, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 3 major violations. 4 minor violations.
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High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw beef being stored on top of various fish. Located in reach in cooler under grill.
08A-20-5
High Priority - Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for food container. Observed paper towels lining a pan of bacon. Chef removed. **Corrected On-Site**
14-86-1
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. Discussed and emailed form to operator. **Corrective Action Taken**
11-26-1
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. Discussed and emailed form to operator. **Corrective Action Taken**
11-27-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed employee filling sanitizer bucket with water from hand washing sink.
31A-11-4
Basic - Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged mahi bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package.
06-09-1
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn.
14-11-5
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Located on stove door. Manager removed. **Corrected On-Site**
10-20-4
Basic - Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Located in kitchen area.
38-07-4
45
Mar 13, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 4 minor violations.
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High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken being stored on top of raw beef and raw beef being stored on top of raw snapper. Located in reach in cooler.
08A-20-5
Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.
51-11-4
Basic - Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged mahi bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package.
06-09-1
Basic - Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Located in kitchen area and prep area.
38-07-4
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed raw chicken thawing at room temperature. Located on top of reach in freezer.
06-01-5
70
Jul 27, 2022
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 5 minor violations.
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High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw chicken being stored on top of cooked chicken. Located in reach in cooler in dry storage area.
08A-05-6
Intermediate - No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Observed about 8 employees engaging in food preparation with no certified food manager at time of inspection.
53A-05-6
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Located in bar area.
31B-03-4
Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
16-21-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed cup with no handle used to dispense chip.
14-01-5
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Located on stove door.
10-20-4
Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board.
21-04-4
Basic - Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers.
38-07-4
55
Frequently Asked Questions
When was El Megachuzo last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at El Megachuzo on file is from Feb 23, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at El Megachuzo?
Across the inspection record, “equipment in poor repair” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at El Megachuzo.
How does El Megachuzo compare to other restaurants in Sunny Isles Beach?
El Megachuzo most recently scored 74 out of 100, which is about the same as the Sunny Isles Beach average of 74.
Has El Megachuzo's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at El Megachuzo have averaged around nine violations per visit, up from roughly seven earlier in the record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at El Megachuzo means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.
How often is El Megachuzo inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, El Megachuzo is inspected around two times per year on average.
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