Don Chepe's Mexican Grill in Miami
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8901 Sw 157 Ave, Miami, FL 33196Don Chepe's Mexican Grill in Miami has accumulated 489 violations across 30 inspections since 2016, averaging 16.3 per visit. The facility was shut down once for roach activity and has faced one disciplinary action resulting in a $400 fine. Food contact surfaces, consumer advisories, and ventilation issues represent the restaurant's most frequently cited violations. Recent inspections show a pattern of warnings followed by callbacks, with the most recent visit in March 2026 documenting 24 violations including three high-priority items.
Most recent closure: July 27, 2017 for roach activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Don Chepe's Mexican Grill in Miami: Comparison to Miami-Dade County Averages
This Facility
16.3
violations / inspection
16.3 violations per inspection
Miami-Dade County Avg
6.7
violations / inspection
6.7 county average
This Facility
1
emergency closures
1 closures
Miami-Dade County Avg
0.13
closures / facility
0.13 county average
Don Chepe's Mexican Grill in Miami: Emergency Closure History (1)
Don Chepe's Mexican Grill in Miami: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $400.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1--2017036840 | $400.00 | Jul 27, 2017 | Miami (Doral) |
Don Chepe's Mexican Grill in Miami: Full Inspection History — DBPR (30)
— 1 inspection13 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (10 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 4 inspections38 violations · 23 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 15 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 12 violations (9 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 4 inspections47 violations · 32 high priority
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (9 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 18 violations (12 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections25 violations · 17 high priority
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 12 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections24 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 14 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections17 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections28 violations · 17 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection14 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 14 violations (10 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 7 inspections72 violations · 46 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 16 violations (11 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 17 violations (12 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 17 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 1 inspection15 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 15 violations (10 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Don Chepe's Mexican Grill in Miami: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Don Chepe's Mexican Grill in Miami last inspected?
- Don Chepe's Mexican Grill in Miami was last inspected by Florida DBPR on March 5, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- When was Don Chepe's Mexican Grill in Miami last shut down?
- Don Chepe's Mexican Grill in Miami was last shut down on July 27, 2017 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 Don Chepe's Mexican Grill in Miami?
- The most frequently cited violations at Don Chepe's Mexican Grill in Miami are: Food contact surfaces, Consumer advisory, Proper ventilation.
- How many health inspections has Don Chepe's Mexican Grill in Miami had?
- Don Chepe's Mexican Grill in Miami has had 30 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 16.3 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Don Chepe's Mexican Grill in Miami find?
- Don Chepe's Mexican Grill in Miami was most recently inspected on March 5, 2026 with 24 violation(s), including 3 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Don Chepe's Mexican Grill in Miami ever been shut down?
- Yes, Don Chepe's Mexican Grill 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 V06 (Handwashing facilities) mean?
- Violation 06 (Handwashing facilities) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/06.
- Has Don Chepe's Mexican Grill in Miami faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Don Chepe's Mexican Grill in Miami has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $400.00 in fines.
- How much has Don Chepe's Mexican Grill in Miami been fined?
- Don Chepe's Mexican Grill 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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