FONDA SABANETA
8766 W FLAGLER ST, Miami FL 33174 · 786.773.5908
Last inspected Jul 20, 2026 · 9 visits since August 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between B and D. 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. Discussed and provided to manager via email.
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Inspection history
9 visits, newest first
Jul 20, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 17 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority3 Intermediate11 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 17 findingsThe state's own report →
Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Observed employee using cell phone, no changed gloves before handling food, no hand washing observed. Coached employee on proper hand washing and gloves use. Employee washed hands and put gloves on.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed on rack rice with coconut (49F - Cold Holding), according to cook placed out 40 minutes ago, operator stored rice with coconut inside reach in cooler for proper storage.
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Observed splitter added no vacuum breaker.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed cutting boards soiled with food residue.
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Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed blender lid stored inside hand wash sink. Operator removed lid.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Observed no manager certified, Hector Briceño.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed tiles and vents soiled.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Observed license displayed 10/01/2025
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed drink at prep table, employee discarded.
Food stored on floor. Observed cooking oil stored on the kitchen floor.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed on stove handle. Operator removed tongs from door handle.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed inside dry beans and rice container. Operator stored scoops with handle upwards.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed at kitchen.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gaskets on freezer and reach in coolers soiled, hood filters grease buildup.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed box with single serve cups stored on the floor. Employee stored cc cups 6 inches above floor.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed raw frozen pork thawing at ambient temperature, employee placed pork inside walk in cooler, for proper thawing.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Jan 20, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 16 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority5 Intermediate8 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 over raw shell eggs inside walk in cooler. Operator started to properly rearranged.
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. 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. Observed 3 mahi still inside ROP package inside walk in cooler. As per operator since the day before.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed inside Cooler drawers: blood sauce (55F - Cold Holding) shredded mozzarella (54F - Cold Holding). As per operator for less than 4 hrs. Opera placed products inside walk in freezer for rapid cooling.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed cutting board soiled with food debris next to hand sink at kitchen.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed 2 black containers blocking the hand sink at kitchen area. Operator removed the items.
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/ Observed 4+ food employees with CFM present on site. Manager arrived during inspection.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed at kitchen area. Operator provided the soap.
Records/documents for required employee training do not contain all of the required information. Observed some have missing the date of birth and other missing the date it expires.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed heavy accumulation of black mold like substance inside ice machine at bar.
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. Observed 3 mahi still inside ROP package inside walk in cooler. As per operator since the day before.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee beverage cup on preparation table by stove. Operator removed the cup.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed ice machine lid missing at bar.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed inside reach in freezer bottom next to fryers. Observed inside walk in freezer floor.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed hanging from oven door handle at cook line. Opera removed the tongs.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed reach in freezer interior soiled next to dryers.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed raw beef (33F) thawing in standing water inside service sink. Operator turned on cold running water.
Jul 24, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 12 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
4 High priority3 Intermediate5 Basic
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Chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Observed Triple Sink (Chlorine 10ppm). Operator added chlorine, retest Triple Sink (Chlorine 50ppm).
Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw shell eggs stored over avocados inside walk in cooler.
Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Observed employee cracked raw shell eggs and then engage with food preparation without taking gloves off and wash hands. Discussed with employee proper hand washing procedures. Employee proceded to take gloves off and wash hands.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cold drawers: sausage (60F - Cold Holding); shredded cheese (58F - Cold Holding) inside cold drawers at cook line. As per operator for less than 4 hrs. Operator added ice for rapid cooling.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed cutting board on prep cooler at front counter soiled with food debris.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed pitcher stored inside hand sink at bar. Observed black container stored inside hand sink at kitchen. Operator removed.
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/ Manager arrived during inspection.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed 2 bowls inside rice container on sleeve under prep table at front counter. Operator removed the bowls.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee on prep table across triple sink.
Food stored on floor. Observed cooking oil stored on floor next to walk in cooler. Observed seafood, raw chicken, raw beef stored on Walk in freezer floor. Observed limes stored on floor at front counter.
Ice buildup on walk-in freezer floor.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed tongs hanging from oven door handle at front counter.
Jan 30, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jan 29, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 5 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Quaternary ammonium sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Observed Triple Sink (Quaternary 0ppm). Employee discarded solution and refilled with new solution, retest Triple Sink (Quaternary 200ppm).
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed corn cachapa (67F - Cold Holding); blood sausage (53F - Cold Holding); shredded cheese (50F - Cold Holding) inside cold drawers at cook line. As per operator for approximately 3 hrs. Operator placed products inside walk in freezer for rapid cooling. Also observed raw chicharron (55F - Cold Holding) on prep table next to fryer. As per employee for approximately 2 hrs. Employee added ice and placed inside wic for rapid cooling.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed tongs hanging from oven door handle at front counter.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed on table next to fryers. Employee removed the towel.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed raw pork (frozen) thaw in at room temperature at kitchen. Employee placed product inside walk in cooler for proper thawing.
Sep 24, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
1 High priority3 Intermediate3 Basic
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Raw animal foods not properly separated from one another based upon minimum required cooking temperature when stored in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed raw chicken over raw pork inside walk in freezer.
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 and provided to manager via email.
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/ Observed 5 food employees engaging in food preparation without manager present.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed next to prep sink. Employee provided the paper towels.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
Ice buildup in walk-in freezer.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters soiled.
Jul 26, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 17 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority4 Intermediate11 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 walk in cooler. Employee properly arranged products by cooking tempeture.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from one another based upon minimum required cooking temperature when stored in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed raw chicken over raw pork inside walk in freezer.
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 and provided to manager via email.
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/ Observed 5 food employees engaging in food preparation without manager present.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed next to prep sink. Employee provided the paper towels.
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 and provided to manager via email.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee glasses stored next to dry foods on storage rack at kitchen. Employee removed the glasses.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
Food stored on floor. Observed case of caned coconut milk stored on floor. Also observed plastic container with sugar stored on floor at front counter. Employee placed products at6 inches from the floor.
Ice buildup in walk-in freezer.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed tongs hanging from oven door handle at kitchen. Employee removed the tongs.
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 inside rice container with handle in contact with product next to hand sink. Employee placed handle upwards.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed next to grill. Employee removed the towel.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters soiled.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed old labels on containers being used to store food inside walk in cooler.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed foam containers case stored on floor at front counter.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed salt, corn starch and sugar inside plastic container without label at cook line. Employee properly labeled products.
Feb 5, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Ceiling tile missing. Observed at dining area.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling tiles dusty and ceiling vent soiled with grease over triple compartment sink.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
Aug 31, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
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Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed pots not inverted on shelf over three compartment sink. Operator inverted them.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed towel under cutting board on prep table by griddle at front counter. Operator removed towel.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled reach in coolers gaskets used for drinks at front counter, and reach in cooler by griddle.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed salt container under prep table inside kitchen. Operator labeled it.
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.