Las Chavelas Taqueria in Homestead
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178 Ne 8 St, Homestead, FL 33030Las Chavelas Taqueria in Homestead has compiled 177 violations across 23 inspections, averaging 7.7 violations per inspection—nearly 50 percent above the Florida statewide average of 5.2. High-priority violations have been persistent, including repeated findings of improper hand and arm washing (cited in at least 5 inspections), employee health policy violations (6+ inspections), food contact surface contamination (8+ inspections), and improper cooking temperatures (3 inspections). The facility has not been emergency-closed. The most recent inspection on January 5, 2026 documented 33 violations—the highest single-inspection count on record—including two high-priority violations for employee health reporting and food contact surfaces, and was completed with no further action required.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records. This facility has an active inspection record with the Florida DBPR.
Las Chavelas Taqueria in Homestead: Comparison to Miami-Dade County Averages
Las Chavelas Taqueria in Homestead: Full Inspection History — DBPR (25)
— 3 inspections19 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections13 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections10 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 5 inspections30 violations · 19 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 1 inspection8 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections26 violations · 21 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 10 violations (9 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections10 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
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Basic Violations
— 3 inspections10 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 3 inspections22 violations · 16 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 13 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 1 inspection0 violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
Las Chavelas Taqueria in Homestead: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Las Chavelas Taqueria in Homestead last inspected?
- Las Chavelas Taqueria in Homestead was last inspected by Florida DBPR on August 12, 2026. The result was: Call Back - Complied.
- What are the most common violations at Las Chavelas Taqueria in Homestead?
- The most frequently cited violations at Las Chavelas Taqueria in Homestead are: Food contact surfaces, Proper hand/arm washing, Chemical properly stored.
- How many health inspections has Las Chavelas Taqueria in Homestead had?
- Las Chavelas Taqueria in Homestead has had 25 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 7.7 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Las Chavelas Taqueria in Homestead find?
- Las Chavelas Taqueria in Homestead was most recently inspected on August 12, 2026 with 1 violation(s). Disposition: Call Back - Complied.
- Has Las Chavelas Taqueria in Homestead ever been shut down?
- No, Las Chavelas Taqueria in Homestead has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- What does Florida violation V02 (Employee health policy) mean?
- Violation 02 (Employee health policy) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/02.
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Data Source: This report is based on official public inspection records from the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR) and the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS).
Editorial Process: Content generated using AI to synthesize complex regulatory data, then reviewed and verified for accuracy by our editorial team.
Disclaimer: All data reflects official state records at time of publication. Facilities may have since corrected cited violations, resolved enforcement actions, or changed ownership.
Editor: All content reviewed and verified by Christopher F. Nesbitt, Sr., Nationally Registered EMT & BU-trained Paralegal.
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