ALEX CUBAN CUISINE
3153 W HALLANDALE BEACH BLVD, Pembroke Park FL 33009 · 7862879652
Last inspected Aug 14, 2026 · 9 visits since August 2023
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5 inspections, climbing. The current grade is the best on record.
Observed: Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 1) 1 live roach on shelf next to triple sink in kitchen. 2) 1 live roach on floor front of reach in freezer in kitchen. Cook removed both cleaned and sanitized area Priority: High Priority
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Disciplinary actions
1 case · $200
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2--2025009582 | Dec 6, 2024 | Mar 6, 2025 | $200 |
Inspection history
9 visits, newest first
Aug 14, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority5 Intermediate0 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 5 findingsThe state's own report →
Chemical test kit not used to ensure proper sanitization of equipment and utensils when using a chemical sanitizer.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed dirty cups and utensils in front counter hand washing sink. Operator removed.
No chlorine chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed multiple items, all prepared 25-36 hours prior, no date marks. Observed Roast pork, pork chunks, etc. no dates.
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Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed some expired.
Feb 12, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority3 Intermediate0 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed no 2026 license. Operator paid during inspection.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Hand Sink at dish area blocked. Operator removed.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed in reach in cooler, tomato sauce, cooked beef, chicharones. Per operator, all 25-36 hours since preparation. No date marks.
Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Aug 21, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority3 Intermediate1 Basic
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Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Employee touched face and body and failed to washed hands before putting on gloves to initiate task working with cooked food. Reviewed proper handwashing procedures. Employee washed hands correctly.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Hot box stored on top of employees handwashing sink in kitchen. Manager removed during inspection.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink in kitchen. Manager replaced.
No soap provided at handwash sink in kitchen. Manager replaced.
Case of water stored on floor under rack in dry storage area.
Dec 7, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Observed: 2 Ceiling tiles shows damage or is in disrepair in kitchen. Priority: Basic
Observed: Prep table lower shelf rust Priority: Basic
Dec 6, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 9 violations recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
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Observed: Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. 12-01-24 Expired. Reference: 509.241(1)FS and 61C-1.002(6) FAC: 509.241(1) LICENSES; ANNUAL RENEWALS. Each public lodging establishment and public food service establishment shall obtain a license from the division. 61C-1.002(6) Renewal - The licensee is responsible for renewing the license prior to the expiration date. Any public lodging establishment or public food service establishment operating on an expired license is deemed to be operating without a license, and subject to the penalties provided by law. Priority: High Priority
Observed: Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Package of raw chicken stored above bags of fries in True reach in freezer behind 4 black doors in hallway. Manager inverted **Repeat ViolationAdmin Complaint** Priority: High Priority
Observed: Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 1) 1 live roach on shelf next to triple sink in kitchen. 2) 1 live roach on floor front of reach in freezer in kitchen. Cook removed both cleaned and sanitized area Priority: High Priority
Observed: No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink in kitchen. Employee replaced during inspection. Priority: Intermediate
Observed: No soap provided at handwash sink in kitchen. Employee replaced during inspection. Priority: Intermediate
Observed: 2 Ceiling tiles shows damage or is in disrepair in kitchen. Priority: Basic
Observed: Cases of oils stored on floor in kitchen. Cook elevated Priority: Basic
Observed: Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Yellow Cutting Board. Priority: Basic
Observed: Prep table lower shelf rust Priority: Basic
Aug 1, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Packages of raw beef burgers stored above opened bags of uncooked sweet plantains and yucca in True Reach in freezer behind 4 black doors in hallway. Manager inverted.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Flip top-; Ham (46F - Cold Holding); Cheese (57F - Cold Holding). Per Manager food item in unit less than 4 hours. Items not prepared or portioned today. Manager moved item to a reach in cooler to quick chill.
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. No time marking for pastries. Manager time marked 1PM- 5 PM.
Case of oil and case of water stored on floor in dry storage area. Manager elevated.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Employees put on hat and hairnet during inspection.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Bottom shelf of True reach in cooler behind the 4 black doors.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Wet wiping cloths stored on prep tables throughout kitchen. Manager stored in sanitizer bucket.
Feb 28, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jan 26, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 4 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Container of raw shell eggs stored above bag of carrots and bag of cheese in true reach in cooler. Manager inverted.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Container of raw beef stored above opened box of salmon in Grista reach in cooler entrance of kitchen. Manager inverted.
Light shield damaged/in disrepair. 1 light shield missing in kitchen.
Aug 15, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority3 Intermediate2 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Whirlpool Refrigerator-; Beef Empanadas (46-48F - Cold Holding). Per Manager foods items in unit less than 4 hours. Items not prepared nor portioned today. Manager moved to another cooler to quick chill.
Food thermometer(s) not calibrated according to manufacturer's specifications.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Hot box stored on top of hand washing sink in kitchen. Manager removed.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink in kitchen. Manager provided.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair in storage area.
Light shield damaged/in disrepair. 1 light shield missing in kitchen.
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.