Chong's Chinese Rest in Miami
Last inspected:
1164 W Flagler St, Miami, FL 331301034Chong's Chinese Restaurant in Miami has accumulated 409 violations across 30 inspections since 2016, averaging 13.6 per visit. The facility was shut down once for roach activity. Inspectors have documented recurring violations for proper ventilation (22), food contact surfaces (21), and proper hand and arm washing (18). The restaurant faces an active enforcement pattern, with warnings issued in October 2024 and November 2025, most recently for 15 violations including 3 high-priority items.
Most recent closure: June 23, 2026 for temperature violations (storage).
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records. This facility has an active inspection record with the Florida DBPR.
Chong's Chinese Rest in Miami: Comparison to Miami-Dade County Averages
This Facility
13.5
violations / inspection
13.5 violations per inspection
Miami-Dade County Avg
6.71
violations / inspection
6.71 county average
This Facility
2
emergency closures
2 closures
Miami-Dade County Avg
0.13
closures / facility
0.13 county average
Chong's Chinese Rest in Miami: Emergency Closure History (2)
Chong's Chinese Rest in Miami: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $400.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1--2017034443 | $400.00 | Jul 17, 2017 | Miami (Doral) |
Chong's Chinese Rest in Miami: Full Inspection History — DBPR (34)
— 4 inspections35 violations · 22 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 16 violations (12 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections20 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 4 inspections49 violations · 32 high priority
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (8 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 16 violations (11 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 1 inspection9 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections16 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections22 violations · 12 high priority
— Complaint Full· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections12 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— 3 inspections22 violations · 20 high priority
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (10 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections23 violations · 19 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 8 inspections64 violations · 46 high priority
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 18 violations (14 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 17 violations (12 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection16 violations · 13 high priority
— Complaint Full· 16 violations (13 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
Chong's Chinese Rest in Miami: Frequently Asked Questions
- Is Chong's Chinese Rest in Miami under active enforcement?
- Records show 4 emergency order inspections between June 23, 2026 and June 29, 2026. This data reflects state records at time of publication. The facility may have since resolved these issues.
- When was Chong's Chinese Rest in Miami last inspected?
- Chong's Chinese Rest in Miami was last inspected by Florida DBPR on June 29, 2026. The result was: Emergency Order Callback Complied.
- When was Chong's Chinese Rest in Miami last shut down?
- Chong's Chinese Rest in Miami was last shut down on June 23, 2026 for temperature violations (storage). This data reflects state records at time of publication. The facility may have since resolved these issues.
- What are the most common violations at Chong's Chinese Rest in Miami?
- The most frequently cited violations at Chong's Chinese Rest in Miami are: Proper ventilation, Food contact surfaces, Consumer advisory.
- How many health inspections has Chong's Chinese Rest in Miami had?
- Chong's Chinese Rest in Miami has had 34 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 13.5 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Chong's Chinese Rest in Miami find?
- Chong's Chinese Rest in Miami was most recently inspected on June 29, 2026 with 4 violation(s). Disposition: Emergency Order Callback Complied.
- Has Chong's Chinese Rest in Miami ever been shut down?
- Yes, Chong's Chinese Rest in Miami has been emergency-closed 2 times by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- What does Florida violation V22 (Consumer advisory) mean?
- Violation 22 (Consumer advisory) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/22.
- What does Florida violation V32 (Proper sanitizing) mean?
- Violation 32 (Proper sanitizing) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/32.
- What does Florida violation V35 (Single-use items) mean?
- Violation 35 (Single-use items) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/35.
- Has Chong's Chinese Rest in Miami faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Chong's Chinese Rest in Miami has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $400.00 in fines.
- How much has Chong's Chinese Rest in Miami been fined?
- Chong's Chinese Rest in Miami has been fined a total of $400.00 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).
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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