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EL MEGACHUZO

Food safety records indicate EL MEGACHUZO in SUNNY ISLES BEACH has 7 inspections with a 2.3/5 overall rating. Recent inspections indicate some food safety concerns.

Last inspection: 1 months ago · 7 reports on file

17632 Collins Avenue
Florida, 33160
Miami-Dade County County

Overall Food Safety Rating

★★☆☆☆ (2.3/5)
Based on 7 health inspection reports

All Inspection Reports

2/23/2026· 1mo ago

Visit ID: 13526565

Met Inspection Standards

9 basic

  • 14-01-5:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense chips. Advised manager and removed. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2026-02-23: **Time Extended**
  • 14-05-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Cardboard used to line shelves in reach in cooler and prep table. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2026-02-23: **Time Extended**
  • 14-11-5:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler/ freezer gaskets torn.. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2026-02-23: **Time Extended**
  • 14-69-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2026-02-23: **Time Extended**
  • 14-36-5:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Interior of refrigerator or freezer in disrepair/has exposed insulation. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2026-02-23: **Time Extended**
  • 08B-38-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Observed cases of oil stored on floor in kitchen area. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2026-02-23: **Time Extended**
  • 14-10-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Observed white reach in chest freezer in disrepair and not constructed in a durable manner. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2026-02-23: **Time Extended**
  • 14-33-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2026-02-23: **Time Extended**
  • 29-49-6:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2026-02-23: **Time Extended**

2/23/2026· 1mo ago

Visit ID: 13526703

Met Inspection Standards

6 basic

  • 06-09-1:Basic - Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged raw mahi bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package.
  • 14-11-5:Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn. Repeat Violation
  • 14-69-4:Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer.
  • 21-04-4:Basic - In-use wet wiping towel used under cutting board. Manager removed. Corrected On-Site
  • 14-36-5:Basic - Observed reach in freezer in disrepair and has exposed insulation. Repeat Violation
  • 14-33-4:Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface and in disrepair. Repeat Violation

9/22/2025· 6mo ago

Visit ID: 10928358

Follow-up Inspection Required

2 int, 9 basic

  • 14-01-5:Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense chips. Advised manager and removed. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation Warning
  • 14-05-4:Basic - Cardboard used to line shelves in reach in cooler and prep table. Repeat Violation Warning
  • 14-11-5:Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler/ freezer gaskets torn.. Repeat Violation Warning
  • 14-69-4:Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer. Repeat Violation Warning
  • 14-36-5:Basic - Interior of refrigerator or freezer in disrepair/has exposed insulation. Warning
  • 08B-38-4:Basic - Observed cases of oil stored on floor in kitchen area. Repeat Violation Warning
  • 14-10-4:Basic - Observed white reach in chest freezer in disrepair and not constructed in a durable manner. Warning
  • 14-33-4:Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Warning
  • 29-49-6:Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Repeat Violation Warning
  • 53A-03-7:Intermediate - Food manager certification Jose Orjuela expired as of 1/30/25. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Warning
  • 53B-05-5:Intermediate - Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. List of employees and expirations dates listed below; Marcela V.-3/20/25 Paula R.-4/24/25 Yaidra A.-1/25/25 Victor R.-4/12/25 Warning

3/24/2025· 1y ago

1 int, 10 basic

  • 14-01-5:Basic - Bowl with no handle used to dispense cooked rice. Repeat Violation
  • 51-11-4:Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured located in bar area.
  • 14-05-4:Basic - Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves.
  • 14-11-5:Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gasket torn. Repeat Violation
  • 08B-38-4:Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed cases of food on floor in dry storage area.
  • 14-69-4:Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer. Repeat Violation
  • 14-33-4:Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
  • 29-49-6:Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-freezer.
  • 06-01-5:Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed raw chicken thawing in standing water. Located next to 3 compartment sink.
  • 36-27-5:Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated debris.
  • 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 emailed form to operator.

7/29/2024· 1y 8mo ago

1 high, 8 basic

  • 16-21-4:Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
  • 14-01-5:Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed bowl with no handle being used to dispense chips and rice.
  • 14-11-5:Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn and reach in freezer door in disrepair. Repeat Violation
  • 14-69-4:Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer.
  • 10-07-4:Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • 14-33-4:Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface and in disrepair.
  • 06-01-5:Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed raw pork chops thawing at room temperature. Located on prep table in prep area.
  • 36-27-5:Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall behind 3 compartment sink soiled with accumulated debris.
  • 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 being stored above raw beef. Located in reach in cooler.

3/22/2024· 2y ago

Visit ID: 8467067

Met Inspection Standards

1 high, 1 int, 8 basic

  • 16-21-4:Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
  • 14-01-5:Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed bowl with no handle being stored in container of chips.
  • 14-45-4:Basic - Cardboard used to line nonfood-contact shelves. Located next to fryer.
  • 14-11-5:Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn. Repeat Violation
  • 10-20-4:Basic - In-use scoops stored on equipment door handle between uses. Located on stove door. Repeat Violation
  • 14-36-5:Basic - Interior of refrigerator or freezer in disrepair/has exposed insulation.
  • 22-16-4:Basic - Reach-in cooler/freezer interior and shelves have accumulation of soil residues.
  • 36-27-5:Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall behind 3 compartment sink soiled.
  • 14-86-1:High Priority - Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for food container. Observed paper towels lining cut leafy greens.
  • 53A-05-6:Intermediate - No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Observed 5 employees present and engaging in food preparation with no certified food manager.

8/8/2023· 2y 8mo ago

Visit ID: 8377687

Met Inspection Standards

2 high, 3 int, 4 basic

  • 06-09-1:Basic - Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged mahi bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package.
  • 14-11-5:Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn.
  • 10-20-4:Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Located on stove door. Manager removed. Corrected On-Site
  • 38-07-4:Basic - Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Located in kitchen area.
  • 14-86-1:High Priority - Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for food container. Observed paper towels lining a pan of bacon. Chef removed. Corrected On-Site
  • 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 beef being stored on top of various fish. Located in reach in cooler under grill.
  • 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 emailed form to operator. **Corrective Action Taken**
  • 31A-11-4:Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed employee filling sanitizer bucket with water from hand washing sink.
  • 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 emailed form to operator. **Corrective Action Taken**

Additional Information

Contact Information

Google Rating

★★★★☆ (4.2/5)
(1,352 reviews)

Price Level

$$

Opening Hours

Monday:9:00 AM – 12:00 AM
Tuesday:9:00 AM – 12:00 AM
Wednesday:9:00 AM – 12:00 AM
Thursday:9:00 AM – 12:00 AM
Friday:9:00 AM – 2:00 AM
Saturday:9:00 AM – 2:00 AM
Sunday:9:00 AM – 12:00 AM
✓ Currently Open

Features

✓ Liquor Store
✓ Store
✓ Restaurant
✓ Bar

Restaurant Features

Serves Beer
Serves Wine
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner
Takeout
Delivery
Dine-in
Wheelchair Accessible
Last Enriched At: 5/14/2025

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