Restaurante Las Chonitas in Oakland Park
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3620 N Andrews Ave, Oakland Park, FL 33309JYG Mendez Inc in Oakland Park has accumulated 144 violations across 18 inspections between 2023 and present, averaging 8.0 violations per inspection — more than 50% above the Florida statewide average of 5.2. High-priority violations have been cited in nearly every inspection, with recurring findings including employee health policy violations (cited in 5 inspections), improper hand and arm washing (cited in 6 inspections), approved food source violations (cited in 6 inspections), food contact surface contamination (cited in 5 inspections), and shell stock requirement violations (cited in 4 inspections). The facility received a formal administrative complaint recommendation following a complaint-based inspection on October 30, 2023. One disciplinary action totaling $200 in fines has been issued. The facility has not been emergency-closed. The most recent inspection on October 30, 2025 documented 33 violations and was completed with no further action.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records. This facility has an active inspection record with the Florida DBPR.
Restaurante Las Chonitas in Oakland Park: Comparison to Broward County Averages
Restaurante Las Chonitas in Oakland Park: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $200.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2--2023064846 | $200.00 | Oct 30, 2023 | Miami (Doral) |
Restaurante Las Chonitas in Oakland Park: Full Inspection History — DBPR (20)
— 2 inspections7 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— 3 inspections23 violations · 18 high priority
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 11 violations (9 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— 3 inspections26 violations · 19 high priority
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
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Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections15 violations · 11 high priority
— Complaint Full· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections6 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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Basic Violations
— 2 inspections10 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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— 3 inspections25 violations · 15 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
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Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Basic Violations
— 3 inspections13 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Basic Violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
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Restaurante Las Chonitas in Oakland Park: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Restaurante Las Chonitas in Oakland Park last inspected?
- Restaurante Las Chonitas in Oakland Park was last inspected by Florida DBPR on August 6, 2026. The result was: Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended.
- What are the most common violations at Restaurante Las Chonitas in Oakland Park?
- The most frequently cited violations at Restaurante Las Chonitas in Oakland Park are: Proper hand/arm washing, Clean multi-use utensils, Food contact surfaces.
- How many health inspections has Restaurante Las Chonitas in Oakland Park had?
- Restaurante Las Chonitas in Oakland Park has had 20 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 7.8 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Restaurante Las Chonitas in Oakland Park find?
- Restaurante Las Chonitas in Oakland Park was most recently inspected on August 6, 2026 with 1 violation(s), including 1 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended.
- Has Restaurante Las Chonitas in Oakland Park ever been shut down?
- No, Restaurante Las Chonitas in Oakland Park has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- 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.
- Has Restaurante Las Chonitas in Oakland Park faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Restaurante Las Chonitas in Oakland Park has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $200.00 in fines.
- How much has Restaurante Las Chonitas in Oakland Park been fined?
- Restaurante Las Chonitas in Oakland Park has been fined a total of $200.00 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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