La Chaparra Latin Food
Last inspected: Mar 6, 2026
74
Score
Public records show eight inspections at La Chaparra Latin Food stretching back to 2023. The newest entry in the record is dated Mar 6, 2026. Medium risk typically reflects a handful of issues that inspectors wrote up but didn't deem critical.
Recent inspections have found fewer violations than earlier ones, averaging around eight violations lately and about 11 violations before that.
“Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable” comes up most often, recorded five times in the inspection record.
La Chaparra Latin Food scores about where you'd expect for a Miami restaurant. The full record sits in fairly typical territory for a working restaurant.
8
Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 6, 2026
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed license expired since October 1, 2025. Operator called owner and owner said it would be paid by end of day. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
50-17-3
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. **Repeat Violation**
14-09-4
Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed throughout establishment. **Repeat Violation**
36-17-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled gaskets on reach in cooler. **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
74
Aug 26, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed tortillas inside thank you bags inside reach in cooler.
14-31-5
High Priority - Container of medicine improperly stored. Observed a pill bottle on top of the counter next to register area.
41-07-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels on handwashing sink. Operator placed paper towels onsite. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup inside reach in freezer. **Repeat Violation**
14-69-4
Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed floor tiles in disrepair throughout kitchen area. **Repeat Violation**
36-17-5
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed cutting boards with excessive cut marks. **Repeat Violation**
14-09-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled gaskets on reach in cooler.
23-03-4
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed soiled interior of microwave.
22-08-4
52
Apr 7, 2025
Routine - Food
3 major violations. 9 minor violations.
View 12 violations
Intermediate - Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Observed cooked beans in reach in freezer with no date marked. As per operator, food was cooked more than 24 hours ago.
02C-03-5
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed plastic containers inside handwashing sink by the 3compartment sink. Operator removed containers onsite. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products. **Repeat Violation**
05-08-4
Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed pots and pan not inverted or protected by 3 compartment sink. Operator inverted them onsite. **Corrected On-Site**
24-05-4
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed cutting board with excessive cutting marks at prep table. **Repeat Violation**
14-09-4
Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed standing water by the 3 compartment sink.
36-22-4
Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed floor tiles in disrepair by 3 compartment sink.
36-17-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed a case of water and a case of oil on the floor inside dry storage.
08B-38-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup up in reach in freezer by cook line.
14-69-4
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed utensils in standing water at 78°F. Operator heated up water to 142°F . **Corrected On-Site**
10-07-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled gaskets in reach in cooler in front of employee restroom. **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed rice, beans, and flour plastic containers not labeled. **Repeat Violation**
02D-01-5
47
Nov 15, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 3 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 6 violations
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed sweet plantains (98F - Hot Holding); fried chicken (98F - Hot Holding); pork ribs (98F - Hot Holding) stored on the steam table for less than 4 hours. Operator reheated items. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-11-15: Observed sweet plantains (112F - Hot Holding); fried chicken (104F - Hot Holding); fried cheese (102F - Hot Holding) stored on the steam table for less than 3 hours. Operator reheated items. **Admin Complaint**
03B-01-6
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed tortillas stored in a thank you bag, advised operator to place tortillas in a clear bag and then in the thank you bag. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-11-15: Observed raw beef touching the thank you in a metal container. **Time Extended**
14-31-5
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-11-15: No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products. **Time Extended**
05-08-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Observed Yilian and Marvin as food managers with no manager certificate. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-11-15: Observed Yilian and Marvin as food managers with no manager certificate. **Time Extended**
53A-01-7
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-11-15: No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. **Time Extended**
16-37-1
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-11-15: Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. **Time Extended**
14-09-4
52
Nov 14, 2024
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 2 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 10 violations
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Procedures for Responding to Vomiting/Diarrheal Events
FL-05
Proper Eating, Tasting, Drinking, or Tobacco Use
FL-06
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
27
Jun 20, 2024
Routine - Food
4 critical violations. 5 major violations. 7 minor violations.
View 16 violations
High Priority - Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Observed cook placed gloves to start preparing food no handwashing prior. Coached cook on right procedures. **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation**
12A-07-5
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
29-42-4
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked fish (97F - Hot Holding) at steam table as per operator for approximately 1 hour. Operator placed fish inside oven to reheat. **Corrective Action Taken**
03B-01-6
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw chicken stored over cooked ground beef at reach in cooler.
08A-05-6
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed container of rice stored in front of hand washing sink at kitchen area.
31A-09-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed cup stored inside handwashing sink.
31A-11-4
Intermediate - No chlorine chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
16-37-1
Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
05-08-4
Intermediate - Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed hot water turned off at front counter handwashing sink. Operator turned hot water on. **Corrected On-Site**
27-16-5
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed on top of reach in cooler by fryer.
14-09-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris.
36-73-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed container of oil stored on floor at kitchen entrance.
08B-38-4
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed tongs on oven door by fryers.
10-20-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees.
31B-04-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filter soiled. **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed throughout kitchen.
21-12-4
23
Oct 24, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 4 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 10 violations
High Priority - Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food.
12A-07-5
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. Form provided via email. **Corrective Action Taken**
11-27-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed a stainless steel pan covering the hand washing sink by the triple sink. The manager removed the pan. Observed a bucket and slippers in the restroom hand washing sink. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed next to the triple sink. The manager brought towels. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
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 employee read and sign it. **Corrected On-Site**
11-26-1
Basic - Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Observed a drink in the freezer. The manager threw it away. **Corrected On-Site**
12B-13-4
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed beef and chicken in a sink thawing. The manager turned on the cold water and left it on. **Corrected On-Site**
06-01-5
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed a plastic container with sugar by the coffee machine not labeled.
02D-01-5
Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors.
32-04-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed the reach in cooler gaskets soiled. Observed the hood filters soiled.
23-03-4
45
Jun 1, 2023
Food-Licensing Inspection
1 major violation.
View 1 violation
Procedures for Responding to Vomiting/Diarrheal Events
FL-05
90
Frequently Asked Questions
When was La Chaparra Latin Food last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at La Chaparra Latin Food on file is from Mar 6, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at La Chaparra Latin Food?
Across the inspection record, “cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable” has been cited five times, more than any other issue at La Chaparra Latin Food.
How does La Chaparra Latin Food compare to other restaurants in Miami?
La Chaparra Latin Food most recently scored 74 out of 100, which is about the same as the Miami average of 74.
Has La Chaparra Latin Food's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at La Chaparra Latin Food have averaged around eight violations per visit, down from roughly 11 earlier in the record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at La Chaparra Latin Food 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 La Chaparra Latin Food inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, La Chaparra Latin Food is inspected around three times per year on average.
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