1928 CUBAN BISTRO 5
122 S 8 ST, Fernandina Beach FL 32034 · 904.432.8439
Last inspected Apr 29, 2026 · 8 visits since September 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between B and D. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Water with a temperature of at least 100 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Handwash sink in kitchen next to oven, no water supply from sink
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Inspection history
8 visits, newest first
Apr 29, 2026Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 8 violations recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 8 findingsThe state's own report →
Employee touched soiled surface and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Employee handled top edge of trash can with gloved hands then handled pan full of chicken and was about to started shredded chicken. Inspector coached employee on proper handwashing procedures. Employee removed gloves and washed hands correctly. Also, employee at front counter picked up used glove off floor with bare hand and threw in trash then handled utensils to make customer coffee.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In flip top reach in cooler on cook line, slice cheese (51F - Cold Holding). Cheese was placed in cooler this morning at open.
Time/temperature control for safety food identified in the written procedure as a food held using time as a public health control has no time marking. Butter in tub at front counter has no time marking. Employee stated butter was put out at 9 am and put time on container.
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Employee employed for approximately 3 years has no proof of training. She stated she is in the middle of scheduling and going to take the test.
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Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Interior of ice machine in mop sink room soiled with mold-like substance.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Wooden cutting board at front counter has deep cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Equipment in poor repair. Multiple gaskets on reach in coolers in establishment torn. Also, handle if flip top reach in cooler at front counter broken/missing.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters above grill soiled with grease.
Sep 22, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. turkey deli meat in reach in cooler on cook line,observed that turkey was stored higher than chill line of the pan, observed operator store turkey in reach in cooler to chill (44F - Cold Holding), re took temp after an 30 min and it was at 43F
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233 Employee stated she has been here for 3 years and says she has her certifications but cannot show proof of training
Dead roaches on premises. 1 Dead roach found in corner outside of the mop sink room, employee swept and cleaned the area
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Ice scoop handle was laying In ice in ice machine behind front counter.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Container of sugar located in white bin in cabinet below the coffee machine was not labeled
May 12, 2025Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 1 violations recorded.
0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Establishment plans on file are from previous establishment. Current layout of establishment does not reflect plans on file (including outdoor storage area with reach in coolers and reach in freezers).
Mar 10, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 11 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority4 Intermediate5 Basic
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Employee rubbed hands together for less than 10-15 seconds while washing hands. Employee at front counter washed hands for approximately three (3) seconds. Person in Charge coached employee on proper hand washing procedures. Employee washed hands correctly.
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Breakers missing on both outside faucets (one out front and one in back).
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/ During inspection, four (4) employees working and none are certified food managers.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Hand washing sink at front counter. Towels provided.
No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Establishment plans on file are from previous establishment. Current layout of establishment does not reflect plans on file (including outdoor storage area with reach in coolers and reach in freezers).
No soap provided at handwash sink. Hand washing sink at front counter. Soap provided.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. License displayed expired 06/01/2023.
Missing drain plug at dumpster. No drain plug for green dumpster in parking area. Person in Charge states they will call dumpster company to obtain.
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Missing in two reach in cooler/freezers in outside storage area.
No copy of latest inspection report available. Last inspection could not be provided.
Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. Rear exit door by restrooms does not self close (closer detached).
Oct 8, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority2 Intermediate6 Basic
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Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. In cabinets below hand washing sink near coffee making area, spray bottle containing chemical cleaner stored next to single use containers. Containers moved and stored correctly.
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Missing on outside faucets on front of building where black hose is attached and on back of building where tan hose is attached.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. No test kit available.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Hand washing sink at front counter near coffee making station.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. License displayed expired 06/01/2023.
Food stored on floor. Container of oil on floor in kitchen. Oil moved and stored correctly.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Hand washing sink at front counter near coffee making station. Inspector emailed sign.
Open dumpster lid. Shared green dumpster on east side of building.
Silverware/utensils stored upright with the food-contact surface up. In dining room, all silverware is stored in baskets on tables with food contact surfaces facing up.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Multiple green wet wiping cloths stored on counters in kitchen area. One cloth moved and stored correctly.
Apr 2, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Feb 2, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 9 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
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Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Raw shelled eggs over raw beef in 2 door flip top cooler
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Milk 51f in glass cooler behind counter. Ham 49f turkey 49f over stacked in flip top cooler.
Time/temperature control for safety food identified in the written procedure as a food held using time as a public health control has no time marking and the time removed from temperature control cannot be determined. See stop sale. Ham, beef, chicken
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification and no other certified food service manager employed at this location.
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Personal drink on cutting board. Moved
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Cell phone on cutting, moving
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Prep guy In kitchen no hair restraint, hat provided
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Ice machine in closet with scooper buried in ice
Sep 7, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 12 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority7 Intermediate2 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Containers of Raw steak and raw chicken over container of cut onions in reach In Cooler, moved
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Ham crochets 128 Chicken crochets 119 in glass warmer, agreed to add Toto e as a public health
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Vacuum breaker needed on non-chemical side of splitter
Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Flain
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Ice machine light build up
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Used to store water bottles, moved
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Handsink in bakery area near coffee machine. Provided
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.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Handsink in bakery area near coffee machine. Provided
Water with a temperature of at least 100 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Handwash sink in kitchen next to oven, no water supply from sink
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. One cook in kitchens, placed on hat
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees.
This record follows the licence, not the owner. Restaurants change hands and the licence history normally does not, so an older entry may describe people who no longer run the place. Every inspection above links to the state's own report. Something wrong? Tell us.