Chef Creole # 4 in Miami Gardens
Last inspected:
20356 Nw 2nd Ave, Miami Gardens, FL 33169Chef Creole #4 in Miami Gardens has accumulated 375 violations across 32 inspections since 2016, averaging 11.7 per visit. The facility faced one disciplinary action with a $520 fine. In 2021, inspectors cited two propane tanks stored inside the building, a fire safety violation. The restaurant's most frequently cited issues are improper ventilation, food contact surface deficiencies, and missing consumer advisories.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Chef Creole # 4 in Miami Gardens: Comparison to Miami-Dade County Averages
This Facility
11.7
violations / inspection
11.7 violations per inspection
Miami-Dade County Avg
6.7
violations / inspection
6.7 county average
This Facility
0
emergency closures
0 closures
Miami-Dade County Avg
0.13
closures / facility
0.13 county average
Chef Creole # 4 in Miami Gardens: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $520.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1--2021051653 | $520.00 | Jul 30, 2021 | Tampa |
Chef Creole # 4 in Miami Gardens: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (1)
— 1 fire violation
— Complaint Full · 48-04-4 · Warning Issued
Inspector Observation: Propane tank (larger than 2.7 lb. water capacity/1 lb. gas capacity) located inside of the building. For reporting purposes only. Observed two LP tanks stored inside of the storage area.
Legal Basis: Reporting: (d) The division, or its agent, shall notify the local firesafety authority or the State Fire Marshal of any readily observable violation of a rule adopted under chapter 633 which relates to public lodging establishments or public food establishments, and the identification of such violation does not require any firesafety inspection certification. For reporting purposes only.
Chef Creole # 4 in Miami Gardens: Full Inspection History — DBPR (32)
— 1 inspection3 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 4 inspections18 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 2 inspections17 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections34 violations · 16 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 9 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 15 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 6 inspections37 violations · 24 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
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— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Complaint Full· 12 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 12 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 3 inspections23 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 6 inspections51 violations · 26 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Complaint Full· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Complaint Full· 18 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Complaint Full· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Complaint Full· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 5 inspections36 violations · 20 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations · Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 17 violations (11 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 1 inspection11 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 1 inspection9 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Chef Creole # 4 in Miami Gardens: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Chef Creole # 4 in Miami Gardens last inspected?
- Chef Creole # 4 in Miami Gardens was last inspected by Florida DBPR on March 11, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- What are the most common violations at Chef Creole # 4 in Miami Gardens?
- The most frequently cited violations at Chef Creole # 4 in Miami Gardens are: Proper ventilation, Food contact surfaces, Consumer advisory.
- How many health inspections has Chef Creole # 4 in Miami Gardens had?
- Chef Creole # 4 in Miami Gardens has had 32 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 11.7 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Chef Creole # 4 in Miami Gardens find?
- Chef Creole # 4 in Miami Gardens was most recently inspected on March 11, 2026 with 5 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Chef Creole # 4 in Miami Gardens ever been shut down?
- No, Chef Creole # 4 in Miami Gardens has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- What does Florida violation V21 (Time as control) mean?
- Violation 21 (Time as control) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/21.
- What does Florida violation V31 (Clean multi-use utensils) mean?
- Violation 31 (Clean multi-use utensils) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/31.
- 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.
- Has Chef Creole # 4 in Miami Gardens had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, Chef Creole # 4 in Miami Gardens has 1 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has Chef Creole # 4 in Miami Gardens faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Chef Creole # 4 in Miami Gardens has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $520.00 in fines.
- How much has Chef Creole # 4 in Miami Gardens been fined?
- Chef Creole # 4 in Miami Gardens has been fined a total of $520.00 across 1 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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