CIBONEY RESTAURANT
18474 NW 67 AVE, Miami FL 33015 · 305-826-4988
Last inspected Feb 12, 2026 · 9 visits since August 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between A and C. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed 4 live flies on preparation room walls.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
1 case · $400
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1--2015048693 | Nov 3, 2015 | Dec 4, 2015 | $400 |
Inspection history
9 visits, newest first
Feb 12, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate8 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 10 findingsThe state's own report →
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw beef over cooked pork in reach cooler. Operator properly stored it.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed dirty utensils in hand sink located next to three compartment sink. Operator removed it.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed water damage.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance.
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Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed cell phone above salad stations. Operator removed it.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair.
Food stored on floor. Observed oil container, container with flour on kitchen floor. Operator properly stored it.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Observed wet wiping towels on top of preparation table. Operator placed in chlorine sanitation solutions.
Sep 24, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate5 Basic
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Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed dry storage shelves soiled.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust.
Sep 11, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 13 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority2 Intermediate9 Basic
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Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed dishwasher machine with Chlorine sanitizer solution of 0 ppm.
Raw animal food not separated from ready-to-eat food during preparation. Observed raw beef over cooked chicken in reach, located properly stored it.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed dirty utensils on hand sink located next to three compartment sink.
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/. Observed walk in cooler and storage containers on the outside back area.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. In walk in cooler.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed dry storage shelves soiled.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Operator removed it.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Jan 24, 2025□ 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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Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Jan 23, 2025Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 4 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed 4 live flies on preparation room walls.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust.
Jan 22, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 11 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority2 Intermediate7 Basic
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Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed 4 live flies on preparation room walls.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs over tomatoes sauce in reach in cooler, operator properly stored it.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed multiple dirty dishes in hand sink located next to three compartment sink. Operator removed it.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Food stored on floor.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Paper towels dispenser, food storage containers, exterior of fryer, oven, reach in cooler, stove soiled.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust.
Sep 26, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate8 Basic
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Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance.
Clean utensils or equipment stored in dirty drawer or rack.
Clean utensils stored between equipment and wall.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hand sink soiled, paper towels device, soup dispenser.
Reach-in cooler/walk in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues.
Mar 13, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
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Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. Observed cooked beef (51°F/49°F - Cooling), was cooked from the day before as per operator, located inside walk in cooler.
Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed dishwasher machine with chlorine sanitation solutions at 0 ppm, operator prime, recheck 100 ppm.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed cooked beef (51°F/49°F - Cooling), was cooked from the day before as per operator, located inside walk in cooler.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed metal container inside hand sink located at the kitchen area. Operator removed it.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Under cook equipment.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Located in front of the cook line.
Soiled dry wiping cloth in use.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. By the grilled and stove.
Aug 18, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
4 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. Observed cooked beef (53°F/52°F - Cooling); from the day before as per operator inside walk in cooler.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw pork over cooked chicken inside reach cooler, operator properly stored it.
Server handled soiled dishes or utensils and then picked up plated food, served food, or prepared a beverage without washing hands. Observed server pick up a dirty plate and take to dishwasher area than take napkin to customer table, instructed operator the process of wash hands.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed cooked beef (53°F/52°F - Cooling); from the day before as per operator inside walk in cooler.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed dirty knife inside hand sink.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust.
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.