Chef Chen in Miami
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11302 Quail Roost Dr, Miami, FL 33157-6905Chef Chen in Miami has been emergency-closed once, on February 7, 2022, for roach activity. Across 24 inspections dating back to at least 2016, the facility accumulated 420 violations, averaging 17.5 per inspection — more than triple the statewide average of 5.2. High-priority violations were chronic and wide-ranging: employee health policy violations appeared in at least 8 inspections; shell stock requirements violations in at least 7 inspections; proper hand and arm washing violations in at least 5 inspections; food contact surface violations in at least 6 inspections; and chemical storage violations in at least 5 inspections. The state took two disciplinary actions against the facility, resulting in $1,050 in combined fines. The most recent inspection on March 11, 2026, documented 27 violations including high-priority findings for employee health policy, shell stock requirements, food contact surfaces, and chemical storage, with disposition "Inspection Completed - No Further Action."
Most recent closure: February 7, 2022 for roach activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Chef Chen in Miami: Comparison to Miami-Dade County Averages
Chef Chen in Miami: Emergency Closure History (1)
Chef Chen in Miami: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (2)
Total fines on record: $1,050.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1--2022006445 | $400.00 | Feb 7, 2022 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 1--2015004762 | $650.00 | Jan 8, 2015 | Tampa |
Chef Chen in Miami: Full Inspection History — DBPR (24)
— 1 inspection9 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 4 inspections40 violations · 26 high priority
— Complaint Full· 13 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 12 violations (9 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections13 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— 1 inspection21 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 21 violations (13 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 4 inspections46 violations · 28 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 11 violations (5 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Complied
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— Routine - Food· 22 violations (14 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
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— 2 inspections23 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 13 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections30 violations · 18 high priority
— Routine - Food· 17 violations (10 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 13 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections30 violations · 18 high priority
— Routine - Food· 14 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 16 violations (10 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections21 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
— Routine - Food· 18 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 1 inspection12 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (9 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections21 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 15 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
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Chef Chen in Miami: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Chef Chen in Miami last inspected?
- Chef Chen in Miami was last inspected by Florida DBPR on March 11, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- When was Chef Chen in Miami last shut down?
- Chef Chen in Miami was last shut down on February 7, 2022 for roach activity. This data reflects state records at time of publication. The facility may have since resolved these issues.
- What are the most common violations at Chef Chen in Miami?
- The most frequently cited violations at Chef Chen in Miami are: Food contact surfaces, Clean multi-use utensils, Proper hand/arm washing.
- How many health inspections has Chef Chen in Miami had?
- Chef Chen in Miami has had 24 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 17.5 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Chef Chen in Miami find?
- Chef Chen in Miami was most recently inspected on March 11, 2026 with 12 violation(s), including 1 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Chef Chen in Miami ever been shut down?
- Yes, Chef Chen in Miami has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- 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.
- What does Florida violation V03 (Employee health reporting) mean?
- Violation 03 (Employee health reporting) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/03.
- What does Florida violation V08 (Proper hand/arm washing) mean?
- Violation 08 (Proper hand/arm washing) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/08.
- Has Chef Chen in Miami faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Chef Chen in Miami has 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $1,050.00 in fines.
- How much has Chef Chen in Miami been fined?
- Chef Chen in Miami has been fined a total of $1,050.00 across 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
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Editorial Standards & Data Oversight
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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