Las Chavelas Taqueria
Last inspected: Jan 5, 2026
37
Score
Las Chavelas Taqueria has been inspected nine times since 2022. On Jan 5, 2026, the health department conducted the most recent visit. A high risk tier suggests the facility had a rough recent inspection, with multiple violations on record.
Recent inspections have turned up more issues than earlier ones, averaging around 11 violations lately compared to roughly five violations before.
“Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food” comes up most often, recorded five times in the inspection record.
That's lower than the typical Homestead restaurant, which scores around 70. Diners may want to scan the inspection details before deciding to visit.
9
Inspections
2
Critical latest
1
Major latest
12
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 5, 2026
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 12 minor violations.
View 15 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. yellow rice (112F - Hot Holding); cooked short ribs (127F - Hot Holding) at steam table. As per operator for less than 3 hours. Operator increased unit temperature. **Corrective Action Taken**
03B-01-6
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Observed at mop sink. **Repeat Violation**
29-42-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed shelves soiled on dry dish racks. **Repeat Violation**
22-02-4
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
50-09-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed multiple tiles with water damage. **Repeat Violation**
36-32-5
Basic - Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed multiple employees with watches, rings, bracelets in the kitchen. Coached operator. **Repeat Violation**
13-07-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed multiple gaskets in disrepair at reach in cooler across the three compartment sink.
14-11-5
Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Operator fixed ice scoop properly. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
10-08-5
Basic - No copy of latest inspection report available. **Repeat Violation**
51-18-6
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gaskets soiled at reach in cooler.
23-03-4
Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed old labels stuck to clean food containers at shelves above the three compartment sink.
16-46-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed at reach in cooler across three compartment sink.
14-33-4
Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed standing water at reach in cooler across three compartment sink.
29-49-6
Basic - Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. **Repeat Violation**
36-02-5
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed floor soiled under reach in cooler across cook line.
36-73-4
37
Oct 8, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 3 major violations. 10 minor violations.
View 15 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw eggs stored above juice in soda cooler. Operator moved eggs on site. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Observed no breaker at mop sink.
29-42-4
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. Observed no form or kit; inspector provided via email. **Corrective Action Taken**
11-27-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled shelves on dry dish racks.
22-02-4
Intermediate - Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed on dry dish racks.
22-31-4
Basic - Interior of refrigerator or freezer in disrepair/has exposed insulation. Observed in cooler next to prep table across hand sink.
14-36-5
Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Observed no poster; inspector provided via email. **Corrective Action Taken**
51-13-4
Basic - No copy of latest inspection report available. Observed no copy on site.
51-18-6
Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed in kitchen coolers.
14-33-4
Basic - Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom.
36-02-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed tiles with water damage.
36-32-5
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed bag on rack above beans in back of kitchen.
40-06-5
Basic - Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed multiple employees with bracelets, rings and watches in kitchen.
13-07-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed cans of tomato sauce on floor in dining room.
08B-38-4
Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Observed ice scoop inside ice bin; operator removed. **Corrected On-Site**
10-08-5
33
Jan 22, 2025
Routine - Food
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
35B-01-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed at preparation table. **Repeat Violation**
21-12-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed a container with corn flour not labeled. Operator labeled it. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
02D-01-5
86
Jul 31, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
67
Feb 9, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 4 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for food container. Observed a towel used as liner for food container.
14-86-1
High Priority - Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Observed Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Employee was coach to wash his hands before putting on gloves.
12A-07-5
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed at the hand wash sink at the kitchen.
31B-03-4
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. Form was provided to operator.
11-27-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed a plastic bowl stored inside the hand wash sink.
31A-11-4
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 was provided to operator.
11-26-1
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed a plastic container used as scoop inside the diced tomatoes. Operator removed it. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
14-01-5
Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed a food container with old label. As per operator they forgot to remove the old date.
16-46-4
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Oct 13, 2023
Routine - Food
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed metal bowl inside beans container. Operator removed it. **Corrected On-Site**
14-01-5
Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Observed at the reach in cooler at the storage room.
05-09-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in freezer gaskets soiled.
23-03-4
86
Jul 17, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 5 major violations. 8 minor violations.
View 15 violations
High Priority - Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for food container. Observed a linen towel inside the tortilla's container. **Warning**
14-86-1
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs stored above cooked food. Employee stored raw eggs at the bottom of the reach in cooler. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08A-05-6
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. **Warning**
11-27-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed plastic containers stored on the hand wash sink . Employee removed the items. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
31A-11-4
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. **Warning**
11-26-1
Intermediate - Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Consumer advisory was provided to operator via email. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
02B-02-5
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed pork and beefs inside the reach in cooler not date marked. As per employee it was cooked the weekend. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
02C-02-5
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed a plastic container used as scoop inside the seasoning. Employee removed it. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
14-01-5
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gasket torn at the front area. **Warning**
14-11-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed a plastic oil container stored on the floor. Employee removed it from the floor. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08B-38-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters soiled. Also observed reach in cooler gaskets soiled. **Warning**
23-03-4
Basic - Open dumpster lid. **Warning**
33-16-4
Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed standing water in bottom of reach in cooler located across from 3 compartment sink. **Warning**
29-49-6
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed mop stored inside the bucket. **Warning**
42-01-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloths used for occasional spills on equipment food- and nonfood-contact surfaces not clean. Observed at the preparation table. Employee placed it inside bucket with sanitizer. **Warning**
21-09-4
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Apr 21, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 4 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Faucet at three-compartment sink does not reach all compartments. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-04-21: Faucet at three-compartment sink does not reach all compartments. **Time Extended**
16-20-4
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed bread inside of nonfood grade bags at reach in cooler. Operator changed the bags. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-04-21: Observed tortillas inside of nonfood grade bags at reach in cooler. **Time Extended**
14-31-5
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed purse and condiment container stored inside of the hand wash sink. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-04-21: Observed condiment container stored inside of the hand wash sink. **Time Extended**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-04-21: Observed person in charge made the course of Food Manager certificate whit AAA Food Manager, on 04-20-2023 but she didn't past the test. **Time Extended**
53A-01-7
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-04-21: No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products. **Time Extended**
05-08-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Water treatment device has not been inspected or serviced according to manufacturer's instructions. Observed water filter for ice machine no record when was changed. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-04-21: Observed water filter for ice machine no record when was changed. **Time Extended**
29-28-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed a plastic container with no handle stored inside of cooked rice at reach in cooler. Operator removed the container. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-04-21: Observed a plastic container with no handle stored inside of condiments containers. **Time Extended**
14-01-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding units at preparation area. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-04-21: No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding units at preparation area. **Time Extended**
05-09-4
45
Jul 21, 2022
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
View 9 violations
High Priority - Chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Observed chlorine sanitizer solution at three compartment sink at 10 ppm. Operator added chlorine to the water to get 50ppm. **Corrected On-Site**
22-42-4
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw chicken and raw beef stored over cut lettuce and cooked beef at reach in cooler located in front of the three compartment sink. Operator was informed that the ready to eat food must be stored over raw animal food. **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed soup (122 F - Hot Holding) at steam table. As per operator for less than one hour. Operator moved the soup to the stove to reheating to 170° F. **Corrected On-Site**
03B-01-6
Intermediate - Water treatment device has not been inspected or serviced according to manufacturer's instructions. Observed no record when the water filter for the ice machine was changed.
29-28-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed a single service cup with no handle inside of rice flour. **Repeat Violation**
14-01-5
Basic - Employee eating in a food preparation or other restricted area. Observed an employee was drinking coffee at preparation area. Operator discarded the coffee. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
12B-02-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in freezer gaskets soiled.
23-03-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed stuffed chilis stored no covered at reach in cooler located in front of three compartment sink. Operator covered the products. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-12-5
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
42-01-4
45
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Las Chavelas Taqueria last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Las Chavelas Taqueria on file is from Jan 5, 2026. The public record contains nine inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Las Chavelas Taqueria?
Across the inspection record, “bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food” has been cited five times, more than any other issue at Las Chavelas Taqueria.
How does Las Chavelas Taqueria compare to other restaurants in Homestead?
Las Chavelas Taqueria most recently scored 37 out of 100, which is lower than the Homestead average of 70.
Has Las Chavelas Taqueria's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Las Chavelas Taqueria have averaged around 11 violations per visit, up from roughly five earlier in the record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Las Chavelas Taqueria 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 Las Chavelas Taqueria inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Las Chavelas Taqueria is inspected around three times per year on average.
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