CEDENOS CUBAN CAFE
8000 W BROWARD BLVD, Plantation FL 33388 · 754-246-2537
Last inspected Jul 21, 2026 · 8 visits since November 2023
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▲ GETTING WORSE
5 inspections trending down, 20 points off where it started.
Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. -Observed approximately 60 rodent droppings in dry storage area next to rice container. -Observed 4 rodent droppings underneath food preparation table at cookline.
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Inspection history
8 visits, newest first
Jul 21, 2026Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 4 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 4 findings
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs stored over ready to eat onions and shrimp in the small cooler in the kitchen. Observed raw chicken stored over raw pork in the lowboy under the grill in the kitchen. Operator stored all items properly.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed an unlabeled spray bottle by the triple sink. As per operator, chemical is degreaser. Operator properly labeled.
Food stored on floor in the walk in freezer. Operator stored properly.
Ice buildup in walk-in freezer.
Dec 5, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed raw beef not in its commercial packaging stored over ready to eat French fries and cheese in the walk in freezer. Operator stored properly.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken stored over raw pork in the kitchens low boy cooler under the grill. Operator stored properly.
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. Observed reduced oxygen packaging salmon still in the packaging after being fully thawed. Instructions on the label say to remove from packaging before thawing. Operator discarded. See stop sale.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed handwashing sink by cookline used to store dirty dishes. Operator removed dirty dishes from handwashing sink.
Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. Observed reduced oxygen packaging salmon still in the packaging after being fully thawed. Instructions on the label say to remove from packaging before thawing. Operator discarded. See stop sale.
Jul 8, 2025□ Emergency Order Callback CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jul 8, 2025■ Emergency order recommendedComplaint Investigation
Ordered shut on the spot. 4 violations recorded, 1 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.
1 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. -Observed approximately 60 rodent droppings in dry storage area next to rice container. -Observed 4 rodent droppings underneath food preparation table at cookline.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. -Observed several unlabeled spray bottles with cleaning chemicals at dishwashing area.
Stored food not covered. -Observed an uncover container with cut onions in walk in cooler.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. -Observed an uncover wet wiping cloth at cookline not stored in sanitizer solution between uses.
Mar 6, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Wall next to steam table
Nov 18, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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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. Manager print and posted plan for cleaning up vomit and diarrhea
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Manager print and posted choking poster.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Manager placed wiping cloth in sanitizer bucket
Mar 4, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority4 Intermediate2 Basic
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Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. -Observed 5 badly dented cans with tomato purée in dry storage area. Operator informed and stop sale issued.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed accumulation of black mold like substance buildup on can opener blade.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. -Observed handwash sink at cookline used to stored food containers. Operator removed. -Observed employee used hand wash sink to dump beverage.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed no date marked on cooked chicken stored in walk in cooler. Per operator, chicken cooked on 03/02/2024
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed an unlabeled spray bottle with degreaser at cookline.
Employee drinking from an unenclosed beverage container in a food preparation/clean dishware area and the container does not have a dispensing mechanism to prevent hand contact with lip contact area of drink container. Observed employee drinking from an open container in kitchen.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Chef
Nov 15, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate0 Basic
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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/ Manager arrived during the inspection
Soap dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense soap. Handwash sink at front counter
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