FONDA SABANETA
1101 SW 8 ST, Miami FL 33130 · 786-809-6540
Last inspected Jul 9, 2026 · 11 visits since October 2023
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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. Observed seating food service establishment operating with an expired license as of October 1, 2023. Observed 2 food employees engaged in food preparation and approximately serving 3 customers at time of inspection. Operator made payment renewal through DBPR automated system, at time of inspection, Confirmation# 236048005.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Disciplinary actions
3 cases · $1,200
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1--2024005960 | May 10, 2023 | Jul 1, 2024 | $600 |
| 1--2022033538 | Apr 22, 2022 | Feb 23, 2023 | $480 |
| 1--2015035343 | Jul 22, 2015 | Sep 3, 2015 | $120 |
Inspection history
11 visits, newest first
Jul 9, 2026Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 3 findings
Required employee training provided by a third-party employee training program and operator unable to provide original certificate for employees trained. Observed no original copy of employee food handler.
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed no hot water at handwashing sink located at bar area.
Ceiling tile missing. Observed one ceiling tile missing inside kitchen area on top of stove.
Jul 7, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 16 recorded, 5 high priority.
5 High priority4 Intermediate7 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 sancocho (67F - Cold Holding), as per label and person in charge was prepared Monday around 12 pm.
Establishment open and serving food to the public during the interruption of electrical or water service without a written emergency operating plan that has been approved by the Division of Hotels and Restaurants.
Food stored in ice used for drinks. See stop sale. Observed two open commercially fruit pulp stored inside ice machine located at bar area.
Stop Sale issued due to adulteration of food product. Observed two opened bags of pulp stored inside ice machine located in bar area.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed sancocho (67F - Cold Holding), as per label and person in charge was prepared Monday around 12 pm. Also observed whole fish (62F - Cold Holding); seafood mix (57F - Cold Holding); pork belly (62F - Cold Holding), as per operator, they were prepared at 1:00 pm today.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed white cutting boards and a green cutting board soiled.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed a hose installed on the hand-washing sink near the walk-in cooler.
Required employee training provided by a third-party employee training program and operator unable to provide original certificate for employees trained. Observed no original copy of employee food handler.
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed no hot water at handwashing sink located at bar area.
Ceiling tile missing. Observed one ceiling tile missing inside kitchen area on top of stove.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed floor with standing water inside kitchen area and inside walking cooler.
Food stored on floor. Observed bucket with sugar stored on the floor at bar area. Also observed a bucket with powder stock stored on the floor next to stove inside kitchen area.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Provided to operator.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gaskets soiled in reach in cooler across cooking line.
Observed No copy of latest inspection report available.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wet wiping clothes on top of chest freezer not stored in sanitizer solution.
Oct 17, 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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Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
Oct 17, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
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No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towel in handwashing sink next to three compartment sink.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap at handwashing sink next to three compartment sink and bar area.
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Observed at both bathrooms.
Ceiling tile missing. Observed two ceiling tile missing in kitchen entrance.
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled gasket at reach in cooler in front of the fryer.
Oct 6, 2025Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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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 kitchen area undergoing major remodeling with 3 compartment sink, hand sinks, and cooking equipment removed or moved. Restaurant can not open until plans have been submitted and approved by plan review and a satisfactory inspection is completed and obtained.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
Perimeter walls and roofs do not effectively protect establishment against environmental cross contamination or the entrance of pests. Observed front counter windows and main entrance with no effective protection against environmental cross contamination or the entrance of pests.
Sep 22, 2025Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority9 Intermediate6 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed cutting boards at kitchen soiled.
Hot water supply not maintained during peak periods. Observed no hot water during visit.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Observed no proof of manager certification for Adnaloy.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no chlorine or quaternary test strips.
No hot running water at three-compartment sink. Observed water at 81F at kitchen area.
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 kitchen area undergoing major remodeling with 3 compartment sink, hand sinks, and cooking equipment removed or moved. Restaurant can not open until plans have been submitted and approved by plan review and a satisfactory inspection is completed and obtained.
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed at women's and men's bathroom.
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed HWS water temperature at 81F degrees running for 4 minutes at women's bathroom, no hot water at male's bathroom, and hot water at 81F at hand washing sink at kitchen area.
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Observed at women's and men's bathroom.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed at all kitchen area cutting boards.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed walk in cooler gaskets in disrepair. Observed reach in cooler missing 1 leg.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
Missing drain plug at dumpster.
Perimeter walls and roofs do not effectively protect establishment against environmental cross contamination or the entrance of pests. Observed front counter windows and main entrance with no effective protection against environmental cross contamination or the entrance of pests.
Sep 19, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 23 recorded.
0 High priority14 Intermediate9 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed cutting boards at kitchen soiled.
Handwash sink does not have enough water pressure to properly wash hands. Observed at women's bathroom hot water faucet.
Handwash sink removed from food preparation/dishwashing area. Must be reinstalled in the same location where removed. Observed hand washing sink at bar removed.
Hot water supply not maintained during peak periods. Observed no hot water during visit.
Lack of toilet tissue at each toilet. Observed at women's and men's bathroom.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Observed no proof of manager certification for Adnaloy.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no chlorine or quaternary test strips.
No handwash sink for employees. Observed no handwashing sink at bar area.
No hot running water at three-compartment sink. Observed water at 81F at kitchen area.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at women's and men's bathroom.
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 kitchen area undergoing major remodeling with 3 compartment sink, hand sinks, and cooking equipment removed or moved. Restaurant can not open until plans have been submitted and approved by plan review and a satisfactory inspection is completed and obtained.
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed at women's and men's bathroom.
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed HWS water temperature at 81F degrees running for 4 minutes at women's bathroom, no hot water at male's bathroom, and hot water at 81F at hand washing sink at kitchen area.
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Observed at women's and men's bathroom.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed at all kitchen area cutting boards.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed walk in cooler gaskets in disrepair. Observed reach in cooler missing 1 leg.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
Missing drain plug at dumpster.
No drainboards or equivalent provided for soiled items and/or air drying cleaned items. Observed at 3CS.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at women's and men's bathroom.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gaskets soiled at reach in cooler units at kitchen area.
Perimeter walls and roofs do not effectively protect establishment against environmental cross contamination or the entrance of pests. Observed front counter windows and main entrance with no effective protection against environmental cross contamination or the entrance of pests.
Oct 24, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 27 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority9 Intermediate17 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 (Chlorine 0ppm), advised employee to set up 3 compartment sink to wash rinse and sanitize properly. Final reading triple sink 100ppm chlorine.
Employee has not received adequate training related to their assigned duties as evidenced by the inability to answer basic food safety questions. Observed employee unaware of dishwasher concentration, coached employee.
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. Provided to operator via email.
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/ Observed Nereyda Sequeira certified by Serve Safe expired on 07-25-2024 and Adnaloy Medero by Serve Safe expired on 04-02-2024.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed metal glass stored inside hand washing sink at bar area. Employee removed.
No chlorine chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
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 employeees Marvina Ceil, Yollet Moreno, Withnuy Vergora, and Nathaly Rodriguez hired for approximately 30 days prior and no health reporting agreement signed. Employee printed copies and signed during the inspection.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed spray bottle at bar area with odor removal not identified as its common name.
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
Accumulation of lime scale on the inside of the dishmachine.
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed pans not inverted at kitchen area.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed throughout kitchen.
Employee eating in a food preparation or other restricted area. Observed employee drinking from a cup at bar area, coached employee.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee cell phone on top of preparation table at kitchen and bar area.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
Food stored on floor. Observed case of produce stored on floor at walk in cooler. Observed oil container stored on floor at cook line.
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed spatulas stored between 3 compartment sink and wall.
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit.
No drainboards or equivalent provided for soiled items and/or air drying cleaned items.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed fan soiled inside walk in cooler.
Plumbing system in disrepair. Observed hand washing sink in disrepair at kitchen area.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed raw beef thawing at room temperature at 34F, coached employee and he placed inside reach in cooler.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall with heavy grease accumulation throughout kitchen.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed throughout kitchen.
Mar 14, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. At the time of the inspection manager removed items.
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles.
Jan 19, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 17 violations recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority5 Intermediate9 Basic
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Non-food grade paper/paper towel/cardboard used as liner for food container. Observed a piece of cardboard used to label a bag of cooked pork, stored inside bag, located inside walk in cooler.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed seating food service establishment operating with an expired license as of October 1, 2023. Observed 2 food employees engaged in food preparation and approximately serving 3 customers at time of inspection. Operator made payment renewal through DBPR automated system, at time of inspection, Confirmation# 236048005.
Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed cartons of raw shelled eggs stored over plantains/vegetables inside walk 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. Printed and provided to operator at time of inspection.
No chlorine chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. None provided at the time of inspection.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink located at kitchen area, in front walk in cooler.
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. Printed and provided forms to operator at time of inspection.
No soap provided at handwash sink located at kitchen area, in front walk in cooler.
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors located at men's and women's restroom used by food employees.
Cutting board heavily grooved located at kitchen and front bar area.
In-use tongs stored on oven door handle between uses located at kitchen area.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed a spoon and bar muddler stored in standing water at 83F located at bar area.
No container installed for catching grease from hood drip tray located above kitchen cookline.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees located at kitchen area, in front walk in cooler.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled fan covers inside walk in cooler at kitchen area. Observed soiled caskets at reach in cooler next to kitchen microwave.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses located on kitchen prep counters.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed food storage containers of salt, sugar and flour not labeled, stored on rack in front of walk in cooler.
Oct 6, 2023Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 3 violations recorded.
0 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
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No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
Required employee training provided by a third-party employee training program and operator unable to provide original certificate for employees trained.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed the walk-in cooler fan guard soiled. Observed the reach in cooler gaskets soiled.
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.