DAMICUBA
202 SW 57 AVE, Miami FL 33144 · 9542430636
Last inspected Feb 12, 2026 · 8 visits since November 2023
NOV 23
JUL 24
SEP 24
OCT 25
FEB 26
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5 inspections, swinging between A and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Disciplinary actions
1 case · $160
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1--2022018627 | Jan 20, 2022 | Feb 23, 2023 | $160 |
Inspection history
8 visits, newest first
Feb 12, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 4 findings
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
Interior of microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.
Stored food not covered. Observed plastic containers with ice cream stored in chest freezer, located at front counter not covered.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed mozzarella cheese thawing at room temperature. Reviewed proper thawing procedures with the employee and provided coaching on approved food safety methods.
Dec 1, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Stored food not covered. Observed ice cream stored in chest freezer not covered.
Oct 2, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 5 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Establishment observed preparing, serving, or selling food waters which can range from the to customers with an expired license. 10/01/2025
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed chemicals stored on floor underneath three compartment sink(chlorine). During the inspection employee removed.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Observed Aida Elena Gonzalez.
Reach-in cooler interior have accumulation of soil residues, located at cooking line.
Stored food not covered. Observed ice cream stored in chest freezer not covered.
Oct 1, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedLicensing Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
1 High priority0 Intermediate6 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed reach in cooler with prep top in disrepair, not keeping food cold. Ambient temperature reading 63F. The following food in reach in: tomato sauce (55F - Cold Holding); shredded cheese (60F - Cold Holding); ham (60F - Cold Holding). As per operator, food was placed in reach in prep top 2 hours prior to inspection. Operator moved food to second reach in cooler.
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed ceiling tiles in disrepair throughout establishment
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling tiles and vents soiled throughout premises
Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired. Observed reach in cooler with prep top in disrepair, not keeping food cold. Ambient temperature reading 63F. The following food in reach in: tomato sauce (55F - Cold Holding); shredded cheese (60F - Cold Holding); ham (60F - Cold Holding). As per operator, equipment will be called in for repair.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup at ice cream freezer
Reuse of single-service or single-use articles. Observed coffee stored in plastic cookie containers er
Sep 30, 2024Warning IssuedLicensing Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 10 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority1 Intermediate8 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed reach in cooler with prep top in disrepair, not keeping food cold. Ambient temperature reading 63F. The following food in reach in: tomato sauce (55F - Cold Holding); shredded cheese (60F - Cold Holding); ham (60F - Cold Holding). As per operator, food was placed in reach in prep top 2 hours prior to inspection. Operator moved food to second reach in cooler.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap at hand wash sink at front counter. Manager brought soap.
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed ceiling tiles in disrepair throughout establishment
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling tiles and vents soiled throughout premises
Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired. Observed reach in cooler with prep top in disrepair, not keeping food cold. Ambient temperature reading 63F. The following food in reach in: tomato sauce (55F - Cold Holding); shredded cheese (60F - Cold Holding); ham (60F - Cold Holding). As per operator, equipment will be called in for repair.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee purse stored with single service plates
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup at ice cream freezer
No mop sink or curbed cleaning facility provided at establishment.
Reuse of single-service or single-use articles. Observed coffee stored in plastic cookie containers er
Jul 30, 2024Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority2 Intermediate6 Basic
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Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Observed no proof that manager has up to date certificate who has been employed longer than 60 days. Carlos Rodriguez and Elvin Burgos
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. Employee has no proof of training at time of inspection, employee has been employed longer than 60 days.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling tiles stained in kitchen area
Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired. Observed reach in cooler across from hand sink with broken door frame, observed it coming off when attempting to shut fridge.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed cracked tiles in cook area
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Observed no ambient thermometer in reach in cooler below prep table.
Observed door frame in disrepair at exit in back of restaurant.
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed leaking faucet at the hand wash sink behind the front counter.
Jul 29, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 22 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority8 Intermediate12 Basic
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Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed Shredded Cheese (45F - Cold Holding); chorizo (52F - Cold Holding); marinara (72F - Cold Holding) at flip top reach in cooler. As per cook, items were put the flip-top reach in cooler over 4 hours ago.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Shredded Cheese (45F - Cold Holding); chorizo (52F - Cold Holding); marinara (72F - Cold Holding) at flip top reach in cooler. As per cook, items were placed inside the flip top reach in cooler over 4 hour ago.
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). Observed no handout, mailed operator paperwork.
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. Observed no procedure, emailed over handout for operator.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Observed no proof that manager has up to date certificate who has been employed longer than 60 days. Carlos Rodriguez and Elvin Burgos
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels ready for use in bathroom.
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. Employee has no proof of training at time of inspection, employee has been employed longer than 60 days.
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. Observed no agreement.discussed with operator and mailed over handout.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap available at bathroom hand wash sink
Probe thermometer not used to ensure proper food temperatures of cooling time/temperature control for safety food.
Observed ice buildup in reach in cooler under prep table. Ambient Temperature reading 57F
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling tiles stained in kitchen area
Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired. Observed reach in cooler across from hand sink with broken door frame, observed it coming off when attempting to shut fridge.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employees purse stored behind counter above single service gloves.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed cracked tiles in cook area
Food stored on floor. Observed pizza boxes stored on floor in kitchen area. Operator moved them 6 inches above ground.
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Observed no ambient thermometer in reach in cooler below prep table.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed top of ovens soiled in kitchen
Observed door frame in disrepair at exit in back of restaurant.
Reuse of single-service or single-use articles. Observed used single service gloves left on prep table. Chef followed behind and threw them away.
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed leaking faucet at the hand wash sink behind the front counter.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed container of cookies with ground coffee inside
Nov 16, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 16 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority4 Intermediate10 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Bottle of hand sanitizer stored on meat slicer.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Soiled bag stored on meat slicer.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times at front counter. Sink blocked by water jugs. Cook line hand wash sink blocked with broom.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Soap stored in sink on cook line.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink at front counter, cook kitchen and employee restroom.
Cloth used as a food-contact surface under drip pan.
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Phone stored on food prep table next to drink mixers.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water at front counter.
Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Box of spaghetti noodles stored on floor on side of wall and stove.
Food stored on floor. Cans of spaghetti sauce and pineapple stored on floor under oven.
Stored food not covered. Open can of pineapple chunks stored in upright cooler not covered.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Thawing- shredded cheese 30F in 3 compartment sink no running water.
Wet wiping cloths used for occasional spills on equipment food- and nonfood-contact surfaces not clean. Multiple wet soiled cloths stored on food prep areas through out establishment.
Worn, torn and/or soiled floors/carpeting. Wood floor planks torn and in disrepair in cook kitchen and front counter.
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.