Chavela’s Fritanga in Miami Gardens
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4617 Nw 199th St, Miami Gardens, FL 33055Chavela's Fritanga in Miami Gardens has a history of systemic compliance problems documented across 36 inspections since 2016, averaging 8.5 violations per inspection — significantly higher than Florida's statewide average of 5.2. Employee health policy violations, handwashing violations, and approved food source violations appear repeatedly throughout the record, cited in multiple inspections over the past two years. The facility has accumulated four disciplinary actions totaling $1,920 in fines. Recent inspections show continued violations: a November 2025 routine inspection yielded 30 violations including high-priority findings in employee health reporting, handwashing, approved food source, and toxic substance control, resulting in a Warning Issued. A September 2025 inspection documented 30 violations including high-priority employee health policy and approved food source citations and prompted an administrative complaint recommendation. A July 2025 routine inspection found 39 violations including high-priority issues with employee health policy, approved food source, food condition, food contact surfaces, time as control, and chemical storage. The most recent inspection on January 5, 2026 identified 6 basic violations and resulted in Call Back - Complied.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Chavela’s Fritanga in Miami Gardens: Comparison to Miami-Dade County Averages
Chavela’s Fritanga in Miami Gardens: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (4)
Total fines on record: $1,920.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1--2021040587 | $800.00 | Jul 7, 2021 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 1--2021003325 | $400.00 | Dec 14, 2020 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 1--2020046844 | $200.00 | Sep 29, 2020 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 1--2016056949 | $520.00 | Nov 28, 2016 | Tampa |
Chavela’s Fritanga in Miami Gardens: Full Inspection History — DBPR (36)
— 1 inspection2 violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Complied
— 5 inspections41 violations · 22 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 8 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections17 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections14 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 4 inspections21 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 4 inspections14 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 6 inspections22 violations · 18 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections24 violations · 16 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 4 inspections36 violations · 23 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 21 violations (14 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections9 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections14 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
Chavela’s Fritanga in Miami Gardens: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Chavela’s Fritanga in Miami Gardens last inspected?
- Chavela’s Fritanga in Miami Gardens was last inspected by Florida DBPR on January 5, 2026. The result was: Call Back - Complied.
- What are the most common violations at Chavela’s Fritanga in Miami Gardens?
- The most frequently cited violations at Chavela’s Fritanga in Miami Gardens are: Proper ventilation, Proper hand/arm washing, Employee health reporting.
- How many health inspections has Chavela’s Fritanga in Miami Gardens had?
- Chavela’s Fritanga in Miami Gardens has had 36 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 8.5 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Chavela’s Fritanga in Miami Gardens find?
- Chavela’s Fritanga in Miami Gardens was most recently inspected on January 5, 2026 with 2 violation(s). Disposition: Call Back - Complied.
- Has Chavela’s Fritanga in Miami Gardens ever been shut down?
- No, Chavela’s Fritanga in Miami Gardens has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- What does Florida violation V36 (Proper ventilation) mean?
- Violation 36 (Proper ventilation) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/36.
- What does Florida violation V50 (Adequate lighting) mean?
- Violation 50 (Adequate lighting) is classified as a basic priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/50.
- Has Chavela’s Fritanga in Miami Gardens faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Chavela’s Fritanga in Miami Gardens has 4 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $1,920.00 in fines.
- How much has Chavela’s Fritanga in Miami Gardens been fined?
- Chavela’s Fritanga in Miami Gardens has been fined a total of $1,920.00 across 4 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
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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).
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