El Megachuzo in Sunny Isles Beach
Last inspected:
17632 Collins Ave, Sunny Isles Beach, FL 33160-2825El Megachuzo in Sunny Isles Beach has 28 inspections on record dating back to at least 2016, with a combined 257 violations—averaging 9.2 violations per inspection, significantly above the statewide average of 5.2. The facility did not operate for at least one year prior to a focused inspection on April 2, 2026, at which time the owner indicated plans to restart operations. The most recent inspection on February 23, 2026 (the inspection record provided does not detail the violations found) preceded the April 2 focused visit documenting the facility's inactive status.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
El Megachuzo in Sunny Isles Beach: Comparison to Miami-Dade County Averages
This Facility
9.2
violations / inspection
9.2 violations per inspection
Miami-Dade County Avg
6.7
violations / inspection
6.7 county average
This Facility
0
emergency closures
0 closures
Miami-Dade County Avg
0.13
closures / facility
0.13 county average
El Megachuzo in Sunny Isles Beach: Full Inspection History — DBPR (28)
— 2 inspections6 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections11 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections12 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections11 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections15 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections16 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— 3 inspections20 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 5 inspections36 violations · 25 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 15 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 1 inspection1 violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
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— 5 inspections26 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— 2 inspections24 violations · 15 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Routine - Food· 15 violations (10 high priority)· Warning Issued
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El Megachuzo in Sunny Isles Beach: FDACS Inspection History (2)
Inspections conducted by the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS), which oversees grocery stores, convenience stores, bakeries, food manufacturers, mobile vendors, and vending machines.
— 1 inspection
— Focused Inspection· Focused Inspection
Comments: Focused visit conducted offsite to document phone call with owner. Owner stated firm has not operated in the past year but plans
on restarting operations in the future.
No violations or enforcement actions recorded for this inspection.
— 1 inspection
— Met Inspection Requirements· Met Requirements
Comments: The Minimum Construction Standards checklist has been used in accordance with 500.12(2)(a) Florida Statutes by the food safety
inspector to determine compliance before obtaining a food permit.
Thank you for submitting your food establishment permit application. To complete the application process, you must remit payment
in full. To expedite the processing of your food permit application, electronic online payment is available at
https://foodpermit.fdacs.gov. Follow the instructions on the portal page for payment processing. Payment by check or money order
is also accepted but must be made payable to FDACS and remitted to Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services,
PO Box 6720, Tallahassee, FL 32314-6720. Please note that payment by check or money order may delay the processing of your
food permit application.
Permit fees must be paid in full before your application can be processed further. Failure to pay any permit fees in full will result in
the denial of your permit and you may be subject to administrative penalties if you are found operating without a valid food permit,
which is a violation of Section 500.12(1)(a), Florida Statutes. If you are found to be in violation of this provision, the Department
may impose up to a $5,000.00 fine against you and/or seek administrative action to close your business.
For questions about permit and records call 850-245-5520.
No violations or enforcement actions recorded for this inspection.
El Megachuzo in Sunny Isles Beach: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was El Megachuzo in Sunny Isles Beach last inspected?
- El Megachuzo in Sunny Isles Beach was last inspected by Florida DBPR on February 23, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- What are the most common violations at El Megachuzo in Sunny Isles Beach?
- The most frequently cited violations at El Megachuzo in Sunny Isles Beach are: Food contact surfaces, Proper ventilation, Proper hand/arm washing.
- How many health inspections has El Megachuzo in Sunny Isles Beach had?
- El Megachuzo in Sunny Isles Beach has had 28 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 9.2 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of El Megachuzo in Sunny Isles Beach find?
- El Megachuzo in Sunny Isles Beach was most recently inspected on February 23, 2026 with 6 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has El Megachuzo in Sunny Isles Beach ever been shut down?
- No, El Megachuzo in Sunny Isles Beach has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- 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.
- What does Florida violation V14 (Food contact surfaces) mean?
- Violation 14 (Food contact surfaces) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/14.
- What does Florida violation V21 (Time as control) mean?
- Violation 21 (Time as control) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/21.
- When was El Megachuzo in Sunny Isles Beach last inspected?
- El Megachuzo in Sunny Isles Beach was last inspected by the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) on April 2, 2026. Inspection type: Focused Inspection.
- How many inspections has El Megachuzo in Sunny Isles Beach had?
- El Megachuzo in Sunny Isles Beach has 2 FDACS food safety inspection(s) on record from January 2022 to present.
- What did the most recent FDACS inspection of El Megachuzo in Sunny Isles Beach find?
- El Megachuzo in Sunny Isles Beach was most recently inspected by FDACS on April 2, 2026 (Focused Inspection).
- Has El Megachuzo in Sunny Isles Beach had any stop-sale or stop-use orders?
- No, El Megachuzo in Sunny Isles Beach has no stop-sale or stop-use orders on record with Florida FDACS.
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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).
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Disclaimer: All data reflects official state records at time of publication. Facilities may have since corrected cited violations, resolved enforcement actions, or changed ownership.
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