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CHIMBA

2830 NE 2 AVE

Overall Food Safety Rating

★★★☆☆ (3.1/5)
Based on 5 health inspection reports

All Inspection Reports

Inspection Date: 5/8/2025

Inspection #: Visit ID: 10715851

  • 36-36-4:Basic - Ceiling tile missing. Observed several ceiling tiles missing over washing area and kitchen. Warning
  • 13-03-4:Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee engaging in food preparation without hair restraint. Warning
  • 06-01-5:Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed raw beef (frozen) thawing at room temperature inside prep sink at washing area. Observed raw Shrimp (frozen) thawing at room temperatures on prep table at kitchen. Operator placed products inside reach in cooler. **Corrective Action Taken** Warning
  • 08A-05-6:High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw eggs over sweet potatoes, soy sauce inside reach in cooler across cook line. Operator started to rearrange products. **Corrective Action Taken** Warning
  • 08A-20-5:High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken stored over raw fish inside cold drawers at grill line. Operator placed chicken under fish. Corrected On-Site Warning
  • 03G-50-1:Intermediate - Operator is doing a special process, conducting reduced oxygen packaging, cooking time/temperature control for safety food to a time and temperature combination lesser than those in the Food Code or operating a molluscan shellfish tank for human consumption without a HACCP plan approved by the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Observed operating conduct multiple special processes, raw meats and raw poultry ROP. Raw pork, raw beef sous vide. Soup, meat filling, bone broth cook-chill. Operator already has sent plans. Spoke over the phone with OPQ trainer J. Quinones and he stated that plans had been received and are under review. Repeat Violation Warning

Inspection Date: 1/22/2025

  • 03G-50-1:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Operator is doing a special process, conducting reduced oxygen packaging, cooking time/temperature control for safety food to a time and temperature combination lesser than those in the Food Code or operating a molluscan shellfish tank for human consumption without a HACCP plan approved by the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Observed inside ROP raw chicken and raw beef inside reach in freezer at storage area. As per operator for more than 48 hrs. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-01-07: Observed receipt of contract with GoHACCP ON 1/3/25 stating that the company is in the works of a HACCP and the first draft for review would be ready within 5 business days. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-01-22: Observed operator sent HACCP to DHR.SpecialProcess email on 1/17/25. Operator stated that he also spoke over the phone with Steven OPQ on 1/21/25 and he stated that the email was still in queque. **Time Extended**

Inspection Date: 1/7/2025

  • 03G-50-1:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Operator is doing a special process, conducting reduced oxygen packaging, cooking time/temperature control for safety food to a time and temperature combination lesser than those in the Food Code or operating a molluscan shellfish tank for human consumption without a HACCP plan approved by the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Observed inside ROP raw chicken and raw beef inside reach in freezer at storage area. As per operator for more than 48 hrs. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-01-07: Observed receipt of contract with GoHACCP ON 1/3/25 stating that the company is in the works of a HACCP and the first draft for review would be ready within 5 business days. **Time Extended**

Inspection Date: 11/7/2024

  • 10-07-4:Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed utensils in standing water 80F on prep table. Warning
  • 06-01-5:Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed chicken thawing at room temp inside sink next to triple sink. Employee turned on the cold water for proper thawing. Corrected On-Site Warning
  • 03A-03-5:High Priority - Shell eggs not stored at an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less. Observed raw shell eggs stored on prep table at prep area. As per operator for less than 4 hrs. Warning
  • 11-27-4:Intermediate - Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment. Discussed and provided via email to operator. Operator printed out form. Corrected On-Site Warning
  • 02B-01-5:Intermediate - Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Observed for Tuna Tartare and Ceviche Nikkei (raw tuna). Operator properly marked items. Corrected On-Site Warning
  • 11-26-1:Intermediate - No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. Discussed and provided via email to operator. Operator printed out form and employee read and signed forms. Corrected On-Site Warning
  • 31B-03-4:Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed at bar. Employee provided the soap. Corrected On-Site Warning
  • 03G-50-1:Intermediate - Operator is doing a special process, conducting reduced oxygen packaging, cooking time/temperature control for safety food to a time and temperature combination lesser than those in the Food Code or operating a molluscan shellfish tank for human consumption without a HACCP plan approved by the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Observed inside ROP raw chicken and raw beef inside reach in freezer at storage area. As per operator for more than 48 hrs. Warning
  • 53B-03-5:Intermediate - Required employee training provided by an unapproved provider. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed for all employees. Warning
  • 41-17-4:Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed spray bottle with sanitizer at bar without label. Warning

Inspection Date: 8/2/2023

Inspection #: Visit ID: 8307388

  • 32-04-4:Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Observed bathroom doors at men and women's bathroom not closing.
  • 32-12-5:Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. Observed waste receptacle in women's restroom with no cover.

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