Taco and Chelas
Last inspected: Feb 6, 2026
32
Score
Public records show nine inspections at Taco and Chelas stretching back to 2022. The most recent visit was on Feb 6, 2026. High risk indicates the latest inspection turned up problems worth knowing about.
The trend has not been favorable: recent inspections average around 11 violations each, up from closer to nine violations before.
The pattern that stands out is “in-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board”, which has been cited five times.
Compared to other Doral restaurants (averaging 74), there's room to close the gap. The pattern in the record is worth a careful look.
9
Inspections
2
Critical latest
6
Major latest
5
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 6, 2026
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 6 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 13 violations
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken over raw beef inside reach in cooler in kitchen. Operator stored foods as per safety storage procedures. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08A-20-5
High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed chorizos stored in thank you bags in reach in freezer. Operator replaced bag. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
14-31-5
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed bowl stored HWS in kitchen. Operator removed bowl from HWS. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at HWS in kitchen. Operator provided paper towel. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products. **Warning**
05-08-4
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. **Warning**
53B-01-5
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed at HWS in kitchen. Operator provided soap. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
31B-03-4
Intermediate - Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed inside kitchen. **Warning**
27-16-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed water damage on ceiling tiles in kitchen. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
36-32-5
Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed towel under cutting board on reach in cooler in kitchen. Operator removed towel. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
21-04-4
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed food accumulation inside microwave on shelf in kitchen. **Warning**
22-08-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed grease accumulated on hood filters. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
23-03-4
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed risotto bags thawing at room temperature in kitchen. Operator stored bags inside reach in cooler. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
06-01-5
32
Oct 15, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 10 minor violations.
View 13 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed eggplant (60 F - Cold Holding) inside reach in cooler by DM. As per Operator eggplant was overnight in reach in cooler.
03A-02-5
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed eggplant (60 F - Cold Holding) inside reach in cooler by DM. As per Operator eggplant was overnight in reach in cooler.
01B-02-5
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled cutting board on reach in cooler in kitchen.
22-02-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed water damage on ceiling tiles in kitchen.
36-32-5
Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed pots not inverted under prep table in kitchen.
24-05-4
Basic - Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired. Observed reach in cooler by DM.
14-74-7
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed floor and floor drain soiled under three compartment sink.
36-73-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed oil plastic containers stored on kitchen floor. Operator removed containers from floor. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
08B-38-4
Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed towel under cutting board in kitchen. Operator removed towel. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
21-04-4
Basic - Light not functioning. Observed inside room by kitchen.
36-62-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at hand wash sink by mop sink.
31B-04-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled reach in coolers gaskets inside kitchen.
23-03-4
Basic - Standing water or very slow draining water in handwash sink, three-compartment sink, or mop sink. Observed at hand wash sink at front counter.
29-20-5
41
Mar 7, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 7 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated
FL-13
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
61
Oct 17, 2024
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Aug 16, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 4 major violations. 12 minor violations.
View 17 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs over sauce inside reach in cooler by dry storage. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed employed washing utensils in hand wash sink at front counter. **Warning**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. **Warning**
53A-01-7
Intermediate - Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. **Warning**
53B-13-5
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed tiramisu and rice pudding no date marked inside reach in cooler in dry storage. As per Operator both desserts were made last Tuesday August 13th, 2024. Operator date marked both containers. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
02C-02-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed a lentils plastic container stored on dry storage floor. **Warning**
08B-38-4
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed scoops in standing water at 80°F on reach in cooler. Operator removed water. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
10-07-4
Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed towel under cutting board on prep table inside kitchen. **Warning**
21-04-4
Basic - Silverware/utensils stored upright with the food-contact surface up. Observed forks, and spoons faces up at front counter. Operator stored utensils faces down. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
24-18-4
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed pork and chicken thawing at room temperature inside three compartment sink. **Warning**
06-01-5
Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed inside reach in cooler in front of dish washing machine. **Warning**
29-11-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wet towels throughout kitchen. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
21-12-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed plastic cup stored inside chicken base container under prep table inside kitchen. **Warning**
14-01-5
Basic - Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves. Observed inside reach in freezer in dry storage. **Warning**
14-05-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed water damage on ceiling tiles in kitchen. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
36-32-5
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee engaged with food preparation without hair restraint. Operator provided a hair restraint to employee. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
13-03-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed soiled floor drain under three compartment sink. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
36-73-4
32
Mar 21, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 8 minor violations.
View 10 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Proper Sanitizer Contact Time and Concentration
FL-33
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Washing Fruits and Vegetables
FL-42
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
35
Nov 13, 2023
Food-Licensing Inspection
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled cutting board on reach in cooler inside kitchen.
22-02-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed soiled reach in freezers interior in back kitchen.
22-16-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled reach in cooler gaskets inside Bar.
23-03-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at hand wash sink by dish washing machine.
31B-04-4
78
Apr 6, 2023
Food-Licensing Inspection
1 critical violation. 6 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed Dishwasher (Chlorine 0ppm).
22-41-4
Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed towel under cutting board on prep table inside kitchen. Operator removed towel. **Corrected On-Site**
21-04-4
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed utensils in standing water at 80°F by cook line inside kitchen. Operator removed water. **Corrected On-Site**
10-07-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed oil plastic containers stored on dry storage floor. Operator removed them from floor. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed raw beef thawing in standing water inside kitchen. Operator put meat under running water. **Corrected On-Site**
06-01-5
Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed goat and yellow rice containers not covered inside reach in cooler. Operator covered containers. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-12-5
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed by dish washing machine.
31B-04-4
64
Sep 21, 2022
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed Dishwasher (Chlorine 0ppm). Operator prepared three compartment sink. **Corrected On-Site**
22-41-4
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs over cachapas inside reach in cooler in back kitchen. Operator stored them correctly. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed tomatoes stored inside thank you bags inside reach in cooler in front of dish washing machine.
14-31-5
Intermediate - Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Observed raw beef carpaccio not identified as raw item on Menu.
02B-01-5
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed flans and milk desserts not date marked inside reach in cooler in back kitchen. As per Operator both desserts were cooked last Saturday September 17th, 2022. Operator date marked them. **Corrected On-Site**
02C-02-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled reach in cooler gaskets in front of three compartment sink.
23-03-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed inside white reach in freezer by dry storage.
22-16-4
Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed towel under cutting board inside kitchen. Operator removed towel. **Corrected On-Site**
21-04-4
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Taco and Chelas last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Taco and Chelas on file is from Feb 6, 2026. The public record contains nine inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Taco and Chelas?
Across the inspection record, “in-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board” has been cited five times, more than any other issue at Taco and Chelas.
How does Taco and Chelas compare to other restaurants in Doral?
Taco and Chelas most recently scored 32 out of 100, which is lower than the Doral average of 74.
Has Taco and Chelas' inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Taco and Chelas have averaged around 11 violations per visit, up from roughly nine earlier in the record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Taco and Chelas 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 Taco and Chelas inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Taco and Chelas is inspected around three times per year on average.
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