How many health inspections has DON CHEPES MEXICAN GRILL had?

DON CHEPES MEXICAN GRILL has had 15 inspections according to Florida DBPR records.

Has DON CHEPES MEXICAN GRILL ever been shut down?

No, DON CHEPES MEXICAN GRILL has no emergency closures on record.

What are the most common violations at DON CHEPES MEXICAN GRILL?

The most frequently cited violations at DON CHEPES MEXICAN GRILL are: Proper ventilation, Chemical properly stored, Clean multi-use utensils.

What does Florida violation V01 (Management awareness) mean?

MANAGEMENT FAILURE: CDC data shows establishments without active managerial control have 3x more critical violations. The person in charge must demonstrate knowledge of foodborne illness prevention, HACCP principles, and Florida food safety law. Without oversight, violations go uncorrected, creating compounding risk of multi-pathogen outbreaks. Person in charge must be present during ALL hours of operation and must demonstrate knowledge of: foodborne illness risk factors, proper cooking temperatures, handwashing procedures, allergen management, and employee health policy. Must hold a valid Food Manager Certification per Florida Statute 509.039.

What does Florida violation V03 (Employee health reporting) mean?

OUTBREAK ENABLER: Food workers who fail to report illness symptoms are the #1 cause of multi-victim outbreaks. Norovirus is shed in billions of viral particles per gram of stool — as few as 18 particles cause infection. One symptomatic worker can infect hundreds of customers before detection. CDC links 70% of Norovirus outbreaks to infected food handlers. Employees must immediately report: vomiting, diarrhea, jaundice, sore throat with fever, infected wounds or boils. Must also report diagnosed illness with Salmonella Typhi, Shigella, E. coli O157:H7, Hepatitis A virus, or Norovirus. Person in charge must exclude or restrict employees per FDA Food Code guidelines.

What does Florida violation V14 (Food contact surfaces) mean?

CROSS-CONTAMINATION: Improperly cleaned food contact surfaces are a primary vehicle for bacterial transfer. Cutting boards can harbor 200x more fecal bacteria than a toilet seat. Biofilms form on surfaces within 24 hours, protecting Listeria, Salmonella, and E. coli from routine cleaning. One contaminated surface can transfer pathogens to dozens of food items throughout the day. Clean and sanitize ALL food contact surfaces: after each use, between different food types (especially raw meat to ready-to-eat), every 4 hours during continuous use, and when contaminated. Use proper sanitizer concentration: chlorine 50-100 ppm, quaternary ammonium 200-400 ppm. Air dry — do not towel dry. Test sanitizer concentration every 2 hours.

DON CHEPES MEXICAN GRILL

9457 SW 56 ST, Miami, FL 33165

Miami-Dade County · Permanent Food Service · Owner: VAZQUEZ AND MORENO CORP · License: SEA2336786

DON CHEPES MEXICAN GRILL in Miami, FL has 15 inspections on record with 142 total violations (9.5 per inspection) and 0 emergency closures.

15Inspections

142Violations

0Closures

Data current as of February 21, 2025

Inspection History (15)

Feb 21, 2025 — Routine - Food· 13 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness

V03 Employee health reporting

V14 Food contact surfaces

V22 Consumer advisory

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V35 Single-use items

V36 Proper ventilation

V41 Toilet facilities

Sep 30, 2024 — Food-Licensing Inspection· 7 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V16 Proper cooking temps

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V35 Single-use items

V36 Proper ventilation

Aug 27, 2024 — Routine - Food· 17 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued

Mar 18, 2024 — Routine - Food· 14 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness

V02 Employee health policy

V03 Employee health reporting

V05 Handwashing procedures

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V11 Food in good condition

V14 Food contact surfaces

V21 Time as control

V23 Chemical properly stored

V24 Toxic substance control

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V38 Waste properly disposed

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Nov 30, 2023 — Routine - Food· 15 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

V03 Employee health reporting

V06 Handwashing facilities

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V11 Food in good condition

V13 Parasite destruction

V14 Food contact surfaces

V21 Time as control

V22 Consumer advisory

V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V32 Proper sanitizing

V35 Single-use items

V36 Proper ventilation

V38 Waste properly disposed

Jul 12, 2023 — Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

May 31, 2023 — Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending

High Priority Violations

V27 Correct procedures

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Mar 29, 2023 — Routine - Food· 7 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending

High Priority Violations

V05 Handwashing procedures

V12 Shell stock requirements

V16 Proper cooking temps

V27 Correct procedures

Intermediate Violations

V36 Proper ventilation

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Mar 28, 2023 — Routine - Food· 20 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

V03 Employee health reporting

V05 Handwashing procedures

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V11 Food in good condition

V12 Shell stock requirements

V16 Proper cooking temps

V22 Consumer advisory

V23 Chemical properly stored

V24 Toxic substance control

V27 Correct procedures

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V36 Proper ventilation

V40 Wiping cloths usage

V41 Toilet facilities

Basic Violations

V46 No smoking signs

V53 Outer openings protected

Sep 27, 2022 — Routine - Food· 8 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V06 Handwashing facilities

V14 Food contact surfaces

V22 Consumer advisory

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V35 Single-use items

V36 Proper ventilation

V38 Waste properly disposed

Jan 5, 2022 — Routine - Food· 10 violations (1 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended

High Priority Violations

V22 Consumer advisory

V23 Chemical properly stored

V24 Toxic substance control

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V33 Proper cooling equipment

V35 Single-use items

V36 Proper ventilation

Basic Violations

V50 Adequate lighting

Jan 5, 2022 — Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

V23 Chemical properly stored

Oct 6, 2021 — Routine - Food· 7 violations · Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V10 Approved food source

V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V38 Waste properly disposed

V42 Equipment condition

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Jun 14, 2021 — Food-Licensing Inspection· 6 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V16 Proper cooking temps

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V33 Proper cooling equipment

V36 Proper ventilation

Jan 13, 2021 — Food-Licensing Inspection· 15 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V16 Proper cooking temps

V21 Time as control

V23 Chemical properly stored

V24 Toxic substance control

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V32 Proper sanitizing

V35 Single-use items

V36 Proper ventilation

V38 Waste properly disposed

Basic Violations

V51 Premises clean

How Does This Facility Compare?

DON CHEPES MEXICAN GRILL has had 0 emergency closures, compared to the Miami-Dade County average of 0.08 closures per facility. It has averaged 9.5 violations per inspection vs. the county average of 4.07.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many health inspections has DON CHEPES MEXICAN GRILL had?: DON CHEPES MEXICAN GRILL has had 15 inspections according to Florida DBPR records.
Has DON CHEPES MEXICAN GRILL ever been shut down?: No, DON CHEPES MEXICAN GRILL has no emergency closures on record.
What are the most common violations at DON CHEPES MEXICAN GRILL?: The most frequently cited violations at DON CHEPES MEXICAN GRILL are: Proper ventilation, Chemical properly stored, Clean multi-use utensils.

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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.

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