HAVANA 86
3434 W COLUMBUS DR #101, Tampa FL 33607
Last inspected Apr 9, 2026 · 10 visits since July 2023
FEB 24
AUG 24
APR 25
OCT 25
APR 26
▲ GETTING WORSE
5 inspections trending down, 41 points off where it started.
Live, small flying insects found. 2 live flies in dry food storage area. Employee trying to eliminate live flies at time of inspection.
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Inspection history
10 visits, newest first
Apr 9, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 6 findingsThe state's own report →
Equipment drain line draining into handwash sink. Across from walk-in cooler in kitchen.
Ceiling tile missing. At food storage area and employee restroom.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. On reach-in coolers in kitchen.
Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. A few cases of sweet potatoes, bottled waters and multiple bags of rice and flour stored on floor in dry food storage rooms.
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No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. In guest bathrooms.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filter soiled with accumulation of grease and dust.
Apr 7, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 14 recorded, 5 high priority.
5 High priority3 Intermediate6 Basic
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Grease interceptor/trap overflowing onto floor/ground. Outside of the back kitchen. Employees can be accessed to kitchen without walking through the contaminated area. Plumbers are working onsite at time of inspection.
Live, small flying insects found. 2 live flies in dry food storage area. Employee trying to eliminate live flies at time of inspection.
Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Raw beef and raw pork stored over whole carrots and other vegetables in walk-in cooler.
Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Employee handled soiled dishes, then handled clean dishes from dish machine with the same gloves. Discussed with operator about gloves changing and handwashing techniques.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. A pan of cooked rice 49 F stored on prep table at cook line. A container of individual portioned fresh garlic in oil (71F - Cold Holding) stored at counter top. Employee moved all items to reach-in cooler at time of inspection.
Equipment drain line draining into handwash sink. Across from walk-in cooler in kitchen.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Handwash sink blocked by utility cart in kitchen. Operator removed the cart at time of inspection.
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.
Ceiling tile missing. At food storage area and employee restroom.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. On reach-in coolers in kitchen.
Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. A few cases of sweet potatoes, bottled waters and multiple bags of rice and flour stored on floor in dry food storage rooms.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. In sugar bin. Operator moved handle up.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. In guest bathrooms.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filter soiled with accumulation of grease and dust.
Oct 13, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority5 Intermediate6 Basic
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Equipment drain line draining into handwash sink. In the handwash sink at the middle of the kitchen next to steam table.
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.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Multiple cutting boards on reach-in coolers stained.
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. 5 of 8 employees working at time of inspection have no proof of training.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Cooked chicken, cooked beef and other food items in 1 of the 2 walk-in coolers on left.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Reach-in cooler handles.
Ceiling tile missing. Repair in progress.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Multiple cutting boards on reach-in coolers.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Handwash sinks in men and women's restrooms. Handwash sink in the middle of the kitchen next to steam table.
Oct 9, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 19 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority8 Intermediate8 Basic
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Employee washed hands with no soap. Observed an employee rinsed hands in handwash sink at cook line with no soap. Discussed proper hand washing techniques with operator.
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. 2 pieces of salmon filets, 4 Wahoo filets and 3 whole Red Snappers are commercially reduced oxygen packaged and thawed remained in sealed packages in drawer cooler under grill at cook line.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. 1 of the 2 walk-in coolers on left: cooked beef 47 F, cooked chicken 46 F, raw pork 46 F, raw chicken 46 F. Employee moved all items to walk-in cooler on right at time of inspection. Reach-in cooler next to pizza ovens: Cold Holding: cooked chicken wing 57 F, cut ham 47 F, shredded mozzarella 56 F, raw beef 56 F, raw chicken 53 F. Employee moved all items to walk-in cooler at time of inspection.
Equipment drain line draining into handwash sink. In the handwash sink at the middle of the kitchen next to steam table.
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.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Multiple cutting boards on reach-in coolers stained.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Bowl, wiping cloth and a tool stored in the handwash sink at cook line. Employee removed items from handwash sink.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Handwash sink at food prep area by walk-in coolers. Operator provided.
No soap provided at handwash sink. 2 handwash sinks at cook line.
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. 5 of 8 employees working at time of inspection have no proof of training.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Cooked chicken, cooked beef and other food items in 1 of the 2 walk-in coolers on left.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Reach-in cooler handles.
Ceiling tile missing. Repair in progress.
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. 2 pieces of salmon filets, 4 Wahoo filets and 3 whole Red Snappers in drawer cooler under grill at cook line.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Multiple cutting boards on reach-in coolers.
Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. A case of fry oil stored on floor at cook line. Employee moved to shelf. A few cases of plant food stored on 1 of the 2 walk-in coolers on right side.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Handwash sinks in men and women's restrooms. Handwash sink in the middle of the kitchen next to steam table.
Apr 22, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
3 High priority3 Intermediate6 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. In small walk-in cooler. Raw beef stored over various plant food in walk-in cooler. Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Raw chicken stored over raw fish in drawer cooler at cook line.
Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Employee handled soiled food equipment, then touched clean food containers without replacing gloves at dish machine area.
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Commercially ROP salmon thawed without removed from sealed package.
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/ 10 employees working at time of inspection. Manager present during inspection.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Cooked tamales, cooked ground beef and various food items in walk-in cooler.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. 1 spray bottle at front counter.
Ceiling tile missing. Above cook line and prep area in kitchen. Repair in progress.
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. 3 packs of commercially ROP salmon thawed in sealed packages.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Multiple cutting boards in kitchen.
Food stored on floor. A case of fry oil stored on floor at cook line. A case of bottled water stored on floor in dry food storage area.
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Employee drink with no lid stored in reach-in cooler over raw chicken at cook line. Employee discarded drink.
Stored food not covered. Cut ham, cut cheese blocks and various food items in walk-in cooler.
Apr 8, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 13 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority4 Intermediate6 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. In small walk-in cooler. Raw beef stored over various plant food in walk-in cooler. Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Raw chicken stored over raw fish in drawer cooler at cook line.
Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Employee handled soiled food equipment, then touched clean food containers without replacing gloves at dish machine area.
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Commercially ROP salmon thawed without removed from sealed package.
Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Enrique Perez, expired on 02/24/2025.
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/ 10 employees working at time of inspection. Manager present during inspection.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Cooked tamales, cooked ground beef and various food items in walk-in cooler.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. 1 spray bottle at front counter.
Ceiling tile missing. Above cook line and prep area in kitchen. Repair in progress.
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. 3 packs of commercially ROP salmon thawed in sealed packages.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Multiple cutting boards in kitchen.
Food stored on floor. A case of fry oil stored on floor at cook line. A case of bottled water stored on floor in dry food storage area.
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Employee drink with no lid stored in reach-in cooler over raw chicken at cook line. Employee discarded drink.
Stored food not covered. Cut ham, cut cheese blocks and various food items in walk-in cooler.
Aug 12, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
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Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed raw beef stored in non food grade bags in walk-in cooler
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed plantains (130 - Hot Holding) on cookline hot holding unit. Observed employee place in fryer and reheated to 165F.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed missing at hand sink on cookline Corrected observed employee replace
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed 4 cutting boards grooved and stained on cookline
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee drink stored on prep table on cookline Corrected observed employee discard
Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Observed a container of plantains stored on floor below pizza oven on cookline Corrected -observed employee place on shelf
Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed two boxes of Togo cups stored on floor in storage area Corrected observed employee place on shelf
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed raw chicken thawing at room temperature Corrected observed employee place in walk-in cooler
Use of cooking equipment producing grease laden vapors/smoke with no hood suppression system installed. Notified Fire AHJ. For reporting purposes only. Observed small fryer on prep table adjacent to grill top on cookline
Feb 15, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate5 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 in walk-in cooler Corrected observed employee remove and place below raw pork in walk-in cooler
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed pizza peel stored on floor adjacent to pizza oven Corrective action - observed employee place in dish area
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed hand sink on cookline blocked by slicer machine Corrected-observed employee remove
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Observed 4 CO2 tanks stored on floor in dry storage room
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. observed employee drink stored on prep table Corrected -observed employee discard
Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Observed 2 cases of water stored on floor in dry storage room Corrected -observed employee place on shelf
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed knife stored between wall and cookline hand sink Corrected -observed employee remove
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed old food build up inside reachin cooler and reachin freezer on cookline
Use of cooking equipment producing grease laden vapors/smoke with no hood suppression system installed. Notified Fire AHJ. For reporting purposes only. Observed fryer on prep table adjacent to grill top on cookline
Sep 12, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Interior of reach in freezer on cooks line with old food debris build up.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Tamils, cooked beef, all held over 24 hrs not date marked in walk in cooler.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Co2 containers not secured in dry storage area.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Bulk containers not labeled.
Jul 14, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 11 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority4 Intermediate6 Basic
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Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Observed several employees changing gloves with no hand washing between changes, corrected action taken, inspector discussed with operator proper hand washing procedures when changing gloves.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Interior of reach in freezer on cooks line with old food debris build up.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Employee hand was sink blocked by slicer, corrected, operator, moved slicer during 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/.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Tamils, cooked beef, all held over 24 hrs not date marked in walk in cooler.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Co2 containers not secured in dry storage area.
Employee eating in a food preparation or other restricted area. Observed employees eating in kitchen area, corrected, employee discarded food during inspection.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employees in kitchen area with no hair restraints, corrected, employees placed hair nets on during inspection.
Food stored on floor. Foods stored on floor in walk in freezer.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Bulk containers not labeled.
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.