EVE LA CUBANITA
2001 S HARBOR CITY BLVD, Melbourne FL 32901 · 407-922-0550
Last inspected Aug 3, 2026 · 7 visits since July 2023
AUG 23
APR 24
SEP 24
FEB 26
AUG 26
▼ IMPROVING
5 inspections trending up, 26 points better than where it started.
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. 1 small fly in kitchen
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
1 case · $200
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4--2019048041 | Jul 19, 2019 | Oct 9, 2019 | $200 |
Inspection history
7 visits, newest first
Aug 3, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority3 Intermediate4 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 7 findingsThe state's own report →
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Sink in back
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. Gave employee copy. Read and signed
No soap provided at handwash sink. Sink in front
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Current
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Self-closing device on bathroom door disconnected/broken. Both bathrooms
Single-service articles improperly stored. Styrofoam cups on floor
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Sugar
Feb 2, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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No soap provided at handwash sink. Sink in back
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Sink in back Provided at licensing
Sep 23, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 16 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority3 Intermediate11 Basic
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Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. 1 small fly in kitchen
Stop Sale issued due to adulteration of food product. 2 cases raw oysters. No tag available for either
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. Sent operator copy
No tag on/for original container of raw, in-shell clams/mussels/oysters. See stop sale. 2 cases raw oysters
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. Colleen and Jaclyn
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
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. Salmon thawing with vacuum seal not broken still 42f cold holding
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting.
Equipment in poor repair. Lid to make table Gaskets chest freezers
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Chest freezers
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gasket chest freezer
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning.
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Walk in cooler
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Thawing in still water 42f ch
Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. By dishwasher
Apr 25, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 11 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority4 Intermediate6 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Jacklyn Ellis. 9-26-18
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Chlorine. Dishwasher
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.
Raw or undercooked oysters offered and establishment has no consumer advisory sign provided on wall, menu, placard, table tent or by any other written means. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service.
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils.
Equipment in poor repair. Gasket make table
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice.
Reach-in frezzer with rust that has pitted the surface.
Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Dishwasher
Aug 28, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
4 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. One live flying insect front counter operator killed
Pesticide/insecticide labeled for household use only present in establishment. Hot shot on top of reach in freezer
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Raw steak over raw salmon in walk in cooler
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. butter (67F - Cold Holding), provided time plan for operator, wants to keep out at room temperature.
No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Provided it,e plan and filled out
Accumulation of black- like substance in the interior of the ice machine.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. By steam table
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. On oven handle
Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom.
Aug 10, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Quaternary
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors.
Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom.
Jul 27, 2023Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 19 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority6 Intermediate12 Basic
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Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed 2 flys in dishwasher area
Clam/mussel/oyster tags not maintained in chronological order according to the last date they were served in the establishment. Oyster tags not in order
Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served. 1 tag not marked
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Back by dishwasher. Blocked and cannot access
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Quaternary
Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Serve filet cook claims would serve medium rare if asked. Inspector provided advisory
Water with a temperature of at least 100 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Hot water handel is stripped and cannot be turned on or off at hand wash sink
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance.
Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing.
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Open drink on prep table
Equipment in poor repair. Handel at handwash sink. Stripped and just turns. Cannot turn on hot water.
Hole in or other damage to wall. Hole in wall ladies bathroom
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Small Upright reach in freezer
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Both sinks. Inspector provided signs
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Several reach in chest freezers rust on top door Gaskets reach in chest freezer dirty
Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom.
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.