BELLA'S SNACKS
407 N MAIN ST, Havana FL 32333
Last inspected Aug 13, 2026 · 8 visits since December 2023
□ Not on the state's active licence list
This licence isn't in DBPR's current active file, which usually means the business has closed, been sold, or let the licence lapse. Everything below belongs to this licence, not to whoever may be trading here now. The history stays public because it is a public record.
DEC 23
JUN 24
OCT 24
OCT 24
AUG 26
≈ ERRATIC
5 inspections, swinging between A and C. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Expired 6-1-23
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Inspection history
8 visits, newest first
Aug 13, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate0 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 2 findings
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
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.
Feb 18, 2025Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedComplaint Investigation
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 1 violations recorded.
0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification and no other certified food service manager employed at this location. Graciela Hernandez.
Jan 13, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Dec 17, 2024Call Back - Extension given, pendingComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification and no other certified food service manager employed at this location. Graciela Hernandez.
Oct 30, 2024Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 9 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority3 Intermediate5 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw chicken stored over ready to eat food inside reach in cooler next to dry storage rack. Operator properly stored chicken during time of inspection.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification and no other certified food service manager employed at this location. Violation will be addressed at a later date.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
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 http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Observed mop sink stored next to prep table. Operator stated they do not use mop sink, but instead cleans everything in back of establishment. Establishment no longer has snow cone machine next to three compartment sink.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee phone on prep table.
Food stored on floor. Observed bottle of vinegar stored on floor next to dish rack. Observed onions stored inside crate on floor under prep table.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. No handwashing sign at hand sink next to three compartment sink.
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Observed opened employee drink inside reach in cooler next to dry storage rack.
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed faucet leaking at handwashing sink next to three compartment sink.
Oct 18, 2024Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 6 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority3 Intermediate1 Basic
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Container of medicine improperly stored. Observed bottle of Aleve stored next to dishes on dish rack. Operator stored medicine properly during time of inspection.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed bottle of bleach bathroom cleaner stored next to clean dish plates in three compartment sink area. Operator properly stored bleach during time of inspection.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed handwashing sink clogged with green like substance and a bucket with cleaning chemicals stored inside.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification and no other certified food service manager employed at this location. Graciela Hernandez.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. No handwashing sign at have sink next to three compartment sink.
Jun 13, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance.
Floors not maintained smooth and durable in multiple areas of kitchen and bathroom.
Light shield damaged/in disrepair.
Dec 13, 2023Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 10 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority4 Intermediate5 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Expired 6-1-23
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. Provided cleanup procedure flyer to establishment.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Food debris on vegetable shredder.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification and no other certified food service manager employed at this location. Unable to find valid certificate for owner Gloria Portillo. Records/documents for required manager training appear to be falsified. Certificate number provided 11498337 belongs to a different certified food manager.
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. 1 employee working at time of inspection with no proof of agreement. Signed at time of inspection.
A minimum of one bathroom facility is not available for public use. Operator states toilets will overflow if flushed.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Front door to kitchen.
Mop sink unusable due to plumbing disconnected.
No waste receptacle installed at handwash sink provided with disposable towels. On cook line.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Reach in cooler handles soiled on cook line. Shelf over cook line hand wash sink soiled.
Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only. K class by flat top in recharge zone.
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.