HAVANA 40
4421 SW 75 AVE #12, Miami FL 33155 · 3052610013
Last inspected May 14, 2026 · 16 visits since July 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between A and D. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed license expired October 1, 2025.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Disciplinary actions
1 case · $160
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1--2025007148 | Dec 16, 2024 | Sep 4, 2025 | $160 |
Inspection history
16 visits, newest first
May 14, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 2 findings
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters soiled at the cook line. Observed reach in cooler located across the cook line with soiled gaskets.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed reach in cooler located across the cook line with soiled interior.
Feb 6, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 10 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority5 Intermediate4 Basic
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Nonfood-grade containers used for food storage - direct contact with food. Observed raw beef stored inside non food grade containers inside reach in cooler located in prep area.
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.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed kitchen dishes located inside hand wash sink by three compartment sink. Operator removed.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
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.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed wiping cloth under yellow cutting board at prep table.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters soiled at the cook line. Observed reach in cooler located across the cook line with soiled gaskets.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed reach in cooler located across the cook line with soiled interior.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed working containers of seasonings and squeeze bottles not labeled next to cook line.
Oct 27, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Met inspection standards. 1 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Plumbing system in disrepair. Observed hand wash sink located in kitchen leaking water from pipe underneath. Operator tightened loose pipe.
Oct 2, 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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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed license expired October 1, 2025.
Food stored on floor. Observed gallon of cooking oil on floor near hand washing sink. Operator removed from floor.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed reach in freezer located in kitchen prep area with soiled interior. Operator wiped down.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed clear squeeze bottles containing oil and mojo seasoning with no label located across the cook line. Operator labeled.
Jun 26, 2025Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 4 violations recorded.
0 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
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Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. As per operator, he has scheduled an appointment to do exam.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at hand wash sink located in back prep area. Operator restocked.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters at the cook line soiled. Observed reach in coolers located next to cook line with soiled gaskets.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed squeeze bottles near prep station containing oil and sauces with no label.
Feb 27, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 5 recorded.
0 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
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Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. As per operator, he has scheduled an appointment to do exam.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at hand wash sink located in back prep area. Operator restocked.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Observed ice scoop handle touching ice in ice machine at the front counter. Operator removed immediately.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters at the cook line soiled. Observed reach in coolers located next to cook line with soiled gaskets.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed squeeze bottles near prep station containing oil and sauces with no label.
Dec 16, 2024Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 2 violations recorded.
0 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters soiled with accumulated grease. Observed shelf underneath flat top grill soiled with old food debris.
Sep 25, 2024Call 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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Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters soiled with accumulated grease. Observed shelf underneath flat top grill soiled with old food debris.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed raw beef thawing at room temperature at 3 compartment sink. Cook turned on cool water over product.
Sep 16, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 14 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority10 Intermediate2 Basic
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Employee began working with food, handling clean equipment or utensils, or touching unwrapped single-service items without first washing hands. Observed food employee begin preparing pastries, no hand wash.
Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed container of raw fish stored over cooked plantains, not commercially packaged at reach in freezer at preparation area.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed hand sink blocked by steam table at kitchen. Discussed with manager that hand sink must be accessible and steam table must be relocated.
Incorrect chemical test kit provided for measuring the concentration of the sanitizer solution used in the three-compartment sink and/or dishmachine. Observed establishment utilizes chlorine for sanitizer, only pH test kit available.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at hand sink at preparation room.
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 http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Observed establishment added steam table at kitchen that is blocking hand sink.
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed food employee Jonny employed more than 60 days, no proof of training.
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 new employee, no proof of training or health agreement.
Nonfood-grade basting brush used in food. Observed paint brush utilized as basting brush near 3 compartment sink.
Observed hand sink at preparation room not operable. Observed no running hot or cold water available when valves are open. As per manager, maintenance request has been submitted.
Soap dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense soap. Observed soap dispenser not dispensing soap at hand sink at kitchen.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters soiled with accumulated grease. Observed shelf underneath flat top grill soiled with old food debris.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed raw beef thawing at room temperature at 3 compartment sink. Cook turned on cool water over product.
Jun 17, 2024Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 2 violations recorded.
0 High priority2 Intermediate0 Basic
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Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
Apr 12, 2024Call 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
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Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed near fryer at kitchen and near garbage can at front counter.
Apr 9, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 18 recorded, 6 high priority.
6 High priority9 Intermediate3 Basic
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Employee began working with food, handling clean equipment or utensils, or touching unwrapped single-service items without first washing hands. Employee began preparing breakfast burrito, no hand wash.
Employee cracked raw shell eggs and then handled ready-to-eat food and/or clean equipment or utensils without washing hands. Observed cook creak raw shell egg and then handled bread at cook line.
Food-contact surfaces not sanitized after cleaning, before use. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Utensils containers. Observed employee washing and rinsing cooking utensils and storage containers, no sanitizer step. Coached employees on proper procedures for manual ware washing and provided ware washing handout via email to employee. Employees set up 3 compartment sink.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw beef patty stored over bread crumbs at preparation reach in cooler at cook line. Provided food storage hand out via email to cook.
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 frying cheese (49F - Cold Holding); sliced cheese (48F - Cold Holding) at preparation cooler at cook line. As per cook, since the previous day.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed frying cheese (49F - Cold Holding); sliced cheese (48F - Cold Holding) at preparation cooler at cook line. As per cook, since the previous day. Observed black beans (72F - Cold Holding) at room temperature at preparation area. As per cook, for 2.5 hours. Cook placed product inside reach 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.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed preparation table and sandwich press stored in front of hand sink at kitchen.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed plastic bucket stored inside hand sink at kitchen.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
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/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Observed establishment offers eggs
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed reach in cooler handles soiled with food debris at preparation area.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed near fryer at kitchen and near garbage can at front counter.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed throughout kitchen.
Nov 29, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Front counter Chest cooler: milk 44F, less than 4 hours, moved to colder unit at time of inspection.
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/. Plans submitted and received. Plans are incomplete. Inspector forwarded deficiency letter to operator at time of inspection.
Standing water or very slow draining water in handwash sink, three-compartment sink, or mop sink. In prep room.
Oct 16, 2023Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 1 violations recorded.
0 High priority1 Intermediate0 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 storage area converted into preparation area containing preparation table,sandwich press, rice cooker, slicer, reach-in cooler, and reach- freezer. No hand washing sink available.
Sep 12, 2023Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority1 Intermediate1 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 storage area converted into preparation area containing preparation table,sandwich press, rice cooker, slicer, reach-in cooler, and reach- freezer. No hand washing sink available.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed squeeze bottles of liquid margarine, mojo, and oil near cook line not identified by common food name.
Jul 11, 2023Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority1 Intermediate3 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 storage area converted into preparation area containing preparation table,sandwich press, rice cooker, slicer, reach-in cooler, and reach- freezer. No hand washing sink available.
Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Observed light shield missing at cook line.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed kitchen hood filter soiled with accumulated grease.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed squeeze bottles of liquid margarine, mojo, and oil near cook line not identified by common food name.
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.