CUBAN OVEN
395 E 1 AVE, Hialeah FL 33010 · 786-971-7145
Last inspected Jun 5, 2026 · 9 visits since December 2023
5 inspections, swinging between A and C. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
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.
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Inspection history
9 visits, newest first
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Observed in the back of the property.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towel provided at hand wash sink located next to three compartment sink at kitchen area. Operator provided paper towel during inspection.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed scoop handle touching floor inside container next to walk in cooler at kitchen area.
Missing drain plug at dumpster.
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No container installed for catching grease from hood drip tray. Observed at kitchen area.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed flour container not identified next to walk in cooler at kitchen area.
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 1 violations recorded.
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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. Observed food employee Osmany, Beatriz, Israel all hired for more than 60 days.
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 5 recorded, 3 high priority.
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs stored over juice packets inside walk in cooler. Operator properly rearranged.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed raw shell eggs (80F - Cold Holding) on shelves under prep table at kitchen area. As per operator for more than 4 hrs.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed raw shell eggs (80F - Cold Holding) on shelves under prep table at kitchen area. As per operator for more than 4 hrs.
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. Observed food employee Osmany, Beatriz, Israel all hired for more than 60 days.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Operator provided.
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw chicken over white rice stored inside the 3 doors reach in cooler.
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. Discussed with the operator and provided email handout.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
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. Discussed with operator and provided email handout.
Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Discussed with operator and provided printed sign.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Discussed with operator and provided email handout.
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink, located at cooking line. During the inspection employee provided a paper towel roll.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance.
Interior of microwave, and oven has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.
Reach-in cooler interior, and 3 doors reach in freezer have accumulation of soil residues, located at preparation area.
Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
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Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters soiled.
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 12 recorded, 2 high priority.
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Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed raw chicken stored in thank you bags inside the 3 doors standing freezer. Operator removed items and placed them in grade bags
Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed raw pork over cooked yuca and sliced tomatoes stored inside the 3 doors reach in cooler. Operator removed items and placed them correctly.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed aluminum container stored inside the hand sink, located at cooking line.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink, located at cooking line. Employee placed a new paper towel roll.
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. Observed Ruben and Dania.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas.
Fly sticky tape hanging over food/food preparation area/food-contact equipment, located at prep area near the mixer machine. Operator removed it.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer, located at front counter.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters soiled.
Observed 3 doors standing reach-in freezer interior have accumulation of soil residues, located at prep area.
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Certified Food Manager or person in charge failed to notify the division of employee diagnosed with Norovirus, Hepatitis A, Shigella spp., Shiga toxin-producing Escherichia coli, Typhoid fever (caused by Salmonella Typhi) or Salmonella (nontyphoidal).
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.
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.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed food spills around food Preparation area
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked beef (116°F - Hot Holding); cooked pork (120°F - Hot Holding)for less than 4 hours as per operator, operator reheated at 165°F.
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. Emailed form to operator.
Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed employees name Licy Darlene, with more than 2 months of being hired.
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.