HAKUNA MATATA PIZZA CUBANA
8752 SW 40 ST, Miami FL 33165 · 7865850052
Last inspected Apr 7, 2026 · 9 visits since December 2023
MAY 24
DEC 24
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APR 26
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5 inspections, swinging between A and C. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Operator renewed license during inspection.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Inspection history
9 visits, newest first
Apr 7, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority3 Intermediate1 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 7 findingsThe state's own report →
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shelled eggs stored above gallon of milk inside walk in cooler. Operator removed eggs.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed sliced ham (48F - Cold Holding) inside reach in cooler in back kitchen area. As per operator, product has been there since 8AM. Operator discarded.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed sliced ham (48F - Cold Holding) inside reach in cooler in back kitchen area. As per operator, product has been there since 8AM. Operator discarded.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed kitchen pan inside hand wash sink near three compartment sink. Operator removed.
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No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at hand wash sink near three compartment sink. Operator restocked.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap at hand wash sinks throughout near cook line. Operator restocked.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup inside reach in freezer in back storage area.
Sep 22, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed can of WD-40 stored above single service items on dry storage rack. Operator removed.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed clear spray bottle containing cleaning solution with no label.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler located across the cook line with soiled gaskets. Observed walk in cooler fan covers soiled.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed walk in cooler shelves with rust accumulation.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed clear squeeze bottles containing oils and sauces at the cook line not labeled.
Apr 21, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Feb 19, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 4 recorded.
0 High priority3 Intermediate1 Basic
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No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed chlorine test kit expired on 08/01/22
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at the front area hand washing sink.
Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed Joana Martinez Kiari Valdez employee training expired on 01/23/24
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach cooler gasket soiled.
Dec 6, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener blade soiled.
Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed Kiari Valdez employee training expired on 01/23/24
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Jun 10, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Observed back exterior door that has a gap at the side threshold that opens to the outside.
Reuse of single-service or single-use articles. Observed single use can of olives stored inside of walk in cooler.
May 10, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 8 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority0 Intermediate6 Basic
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Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed diced tomatoes (48F - Cold Holding); cut lettuce (51F - Cold Holding); tuna salad (50F - Cold Holding) at preparation cooler at front counter. As per owner for more than 4 hours.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed diced tomatoes (48F - Cold Holding); cut lettuce (51F - Cold Holding); tuna salad (50F - Cold Holding) at preparation cooler at front counter. As per owner for more than 4 hours.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed exterior of reach in cooler soiled next to garbage can at front counter
Observed back exterior door that has a gap at the side threshold that opens to the outside.
Observed employee with no hair restraint while prepping chicken
Reuse of single-service or single-use articles. Observed single use can of olives stored inside of walk in cooler.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wiping cloths not stored inside sanitizer bucket at front counter
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed container of sugar not labeled at front counter by coffee station
Dec 15, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 11 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority2 Intermediate7 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw chicken nuggets stored over cooked chicken patties at walk in freezer. Printed and provided safe food storage handout to operator.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed milk (49F - Cold Holding) at reach in cooler at front counter. As per operator item was out at room temperature for less than 30 minutes.
Certified food manager unable to answer basic Food Code questions pertaining to safe operation of establishment. Observed food manager unaware of the minimum cooking temperatures for chicken. Discussed with Food Manager and printed and provided temperatures handout.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed container of degreaser and scraper stored inside hand sink at cook line. Employee removed items
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Observed license posted expired on 10-01-23. Manager posted current license.
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Observed no ambient thermometer at reach in cooler containing milk.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed exterior of Italian dressing container soiled with old food debris.
Unclean building components, attachments or fixtures. Observed walk in cooler fan cover soiled.
Walk in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Operator hung mop to dry.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wet cloth on cutting board at preparation cooler at front counter. Employee removed cloth.
Dec 4, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Operator renewed license during inspection.
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.
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 employee health agreement to operator. Some employees reviewed and signed.
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Observed at reach in cooler at front counter.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed fan cover soiled at walk in cooler.
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.