El Patio Del Chef

524 N Dixie Hwy, Hollywood, FL 33020
Mexican / Latin
Last inspected: Apr 24, 2026
100
Score
Low Risk

Public records show six inspections at El Patio Del Chef stretching back to 2024. On Apr 24, 2026, the health department conducted the most recent visit. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.

Things have been moving in the right direction, with the rolling count dropping from around four violations to closer to one violation per visit.

Compared to the broader Hollywood restaurant scene, where the average is 75, this is a stronger showing. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.

6
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
0
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 24, 2026
Food-Licensing Inspection
No violations found.
100
Sep 30, 2025
Complaint Full
1 major violation.
View 1 violation
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Operator unable to provide at time of inspection **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-07-16: 59 days **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-30: Operator unable to provide at time of inspection **Admin Complaint**
53B-01-5
90
Jul 16, 2025
Complaint Full
1 major violation.
View 1 violation
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Operator unable to provide at time of inspection **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-07-16: 59 days **Time Extended**
53B-01-5
90
Jul 15, 2025
Complaint Full
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
50
Apr 17, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 5 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw chicken stored above ready to eat sauces in reach in cooler. Operator reorganized **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Raw calamari stored in direct contact in plastic handle thank you bag. Operator moved to food grade wrap **Corrected On-Site**
14-31-5
Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products. Operator unable to provide at time of inspection
05-08-4
Intermediate - Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Establishment serves burgers undercooked , ceviche raw. No consumer advisory posted. Printed and provided to operator. Operator posted and denoted ceviche on menu **Corrected On-Site**
02B-02-5
Basic - Mobile food dispensing vehicle license number not permanently affixed on the side of the unit in figures at least 2 inches high and in contrasting colors from the background of the vehicle.
50-04-4
58
Dec 17, 2024
Food-Licensing Inspection
No violations found.
100

Frequently Asked Questions

When was El Patio Del Chef last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at El Patio Del Chef on file is from Apr 24, 2026. The public record contains six inspections in total.

How does El Patio Del Chef compare to other restaurants in Hollywood?

El Patio Del Chef most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Hollywood average of 75.

Has El Patio Del Chef's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at El Patio Del Chef have averaged around one violation per visit, down from roughly four earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at El Patio Del Chef means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.