ESTRELLA CUBANA RESTAURANT
1284 PALM AVE, Hialeah FL 33010 · 7862731107
Last inspected May 6, 2026 · 7 visits since November 2023
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MAR 25
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FEB 26
▲ GETTING WORSE
5 inspections, one direction. The current grade is the worst on record.
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.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
2 cases · $600
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1--2021035378 | Jul 29, 2021 | Sep 23, 2021 | $400 |
| 1--2020056094 | Oct 8, 2020 | Feb 5, 2021 | $200 |
Inspection history
7 visits, newest first
May 6, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate10 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 11 findingsThe state's own report →
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener blade soiled on shelf at storage area.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed walk in cooler door handle soiled with grease accumulation at kitchen area.
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed clean utensils not inverted inside container under under preparation table at kitchen area.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed 2 groove cutting boards on top of preparation table at kitchen area.
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Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed accumulation of food debris on the floor at walk in cooler.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed microwave interior soiled at kitchen area and front counter.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed chest freezer gaskets soiled all around kitchen area.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed reach in coolers interior soiled in front of cook line area.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed walk in cooler shelves rusty at kitchen area.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed grease accumulation all around kitchen and storage area.
Feb 23, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 30 recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority4 Intermediate22 Basic
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Food placed in soiled container/equipment. Observed uncovered ham touching dirty and rusty shelf inside walk in cooler at kitchen area.
Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw shell eggs stored on top of green plantains inside shelf at walk in cooler. Operator stored properly during inspection.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed Raw beef steak (47F - Cold Holding)inside reach in cooler at kitchen area. As per operator for more than 4 hours. Stop sale issued. Operator discarded during inspection.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Raw beef steak (47F - Cold Holding)inside reach in cooler at kitchen area. As per operator for more than 4 hours. Stop sale issued. Operator discarded during inspection.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener blade soiled on shelf at storage area.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no chlorine test kit expired 06/2018.
Nonfood-grade basting brush used in food. Observed inside coffee machine at front counter. Operator discarded during inspection.
Required employee training provided by a third-party employee training program and operator unable to provide original certificate for employees trained. Observed no original certificates for Yamila R., Rosmery G., Martha T., Ehilyn G., and Chanay L.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed ice machine interior soiled with black mold like substance at front counter.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed bowl with not handle inside wheat container at front counter. Employee removed bowl.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed walk in cooler door handle soiled with grease accumulation at kitchen area.
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed clean utensils not inverted inside container under under preparation table at kitchen area.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed 2 groove cutting boards on top of preparation table at kitchen area.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee phone and purse stored on top of clean utensils inside shelf next to stove at kitchen area.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed 1 employee engaged in food preparation with no hair restraint at front counter.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed accumulation of food debris on the floor at walk in cooler.
Food stored on floor. Observed case of plastic water bottles stored on the floor at front counter. Employee stored properly during inspection.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup inside chest freezers all around front storage and kitchen area.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed tongs stored on fryer door handle. Employee put it inside three compartment sink to be wash.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed microwave interior soiled at kitchen area and front counter.
Missing drain plug at dumpster.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.
No copy of latest inspection report available.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed chest freezer gaskets soiled all around kitchen area.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed reach in coolers interior soiled in front of cook line area.
Stored food not covered. Observed ham, cheese, raw pork container, black beans stored uncovered inside walk in cooler and reach in cooler at kitchen area.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed 1 piece of raw beef thawing at room temperature on top of chest freezer at storage area. Employee put it under running water a three compartment sink at kitchen area.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed walk in cooler shelves rusty at kitchen area.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed grease accumulation all around kitchen and storage area.
Sep 26, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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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 inside reach in cooler next to triple sink. Operator properly rearranged.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed microwave interior soiled.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed next to triple sink.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed raw beef (frozen) thawing at room temperature at storage. Operator placed inside wic for proper thawing.
Mar 6, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Interior of microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed chest freezer gaskets soiled.
Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Aug 1, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate6 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw chicken over tomato's stored inside walk in cooler. Employee removed items and placed them correctly.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable, located at cooking line.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezers, located at dry storage.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed kitchen tong on oven handle. Employee removed it.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.
Reach-in cooler interior have accumulation of soil residues, located at dry storage.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust, throughout kitchen areas.
Feb 8, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority4 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.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Kitchen can opener.
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.
Probe thermometer not used to ensure proper food temperatures.
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner.
Stored food not covered. Most cooked foods in the walk in cooler.
Nov 15, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority0 Intermediate5 Basic
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Metal stem-type thermometer soiled.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs over cooked beans inside walk in cooler, operator properly stored it.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed garlic and oil mixture (78°F - Cold Holding) for less than 4 hours as per operator. Operator properly stored inside reach in cooler.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler and food stored container exterior soiled.
Stored food not covered. Observed beans (40°F - Cold Holding) no covered inside walk in cooler.
Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Walk in cooler and dry storage area.
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.