HAVANA BEACH
740 OCEAN DRIVE, Miami Beach FL 33139
Last inspected May 26, 2026 · 10 visits since January 2024
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▲ GETTING WORSE
5 inspections, one direction. The current grade is the worst on record.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed establishment open and serving food to the public at the time of the inspection.
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Inspection history
10 visits, newest first
May 26, 2026Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 33 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority6 Intermediate26 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 34 findingsThe state's own report →
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Observe one bag of completely thawed mahi mahi in ROP bag, 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. Provided via email to operator.
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/ Observed Javier Gomez 02/24/2026
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 no manager present with 6 employees currently working in the establishment. Manager was able to arrive prior to inspection closing.
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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 no food handler certificates. Establishment unable to provide proof at the time of inspection.
Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed accumulation of rust on the shelves holding food items in the back storage area.
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 three employees with certifications expired.
Accumulation of debris inside warewashing machine. Observed soiled with accumulation black grime along the frame.
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Observed for customer and employee bathroom in the restaurant.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed soiled door handle of walk in cooler, handle of panini machine.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Observed three unsecured in dry storage area.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed in warewashing, prep, kitchen area.
Clean utensils stored between equipment and wall. Observed spatulas wedged bewteen 3CS and wall.
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. Observe one bag of completely thawed mahi mahi in ROP, inside walk in cooler. A stop sale was issued.
Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. Observed missing for prep sink, and 3CS.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed on shelves in warewashing area.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed broken door gaskets of reach in coolers in the kitchen area.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed broken tiles in food prep, kitchen warewashing area.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed for ice chest in kitchen.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed utensil in standing water 89F, at the stove.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed soiled the interior and exterior of the microwave.
Missing drain plug at dumpster.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Provided via email to operator.
No copy of latest inspection report available. Explained to operator require to be available upon customer request.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled door gaskets of walk in cooler, all reach in coolers in the kitchen, fans and vent in the kitchen area including one above prep table.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed for reach in coolers in the kitchen.
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observe for all under counter reach in coolers, and upright RIC used for fruit in the kitchen area.
Straws provided for customer self-service not individually wrapped or in an approved dispenser. Observed straws not individually wrapped at stored on bar counter, which can be easily attainable by a customer.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed inside walk in cooler and freezer.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed soiled walls behind shelves housing clean food in equipment in warewashing area and around kitchen area near hws.
Wet wiping cloths used for occasional spills on equipment food- and nonfood-contact surfaces not clean. Observed in the kitchen. Employee replaced.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed no labels on containers containing dry items, in the dry storage area. Also observed food pans in the stove with dry items not identified by a label.
- From initial inspection : Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only. Observed fire extinguisher located at staircase to kitchen.
May 12, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 39 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority10 Intermediate28 Basic
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Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Observe one bag of completely thawed mahi mahi in ROP bag, 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. Provided via email to operator.
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/ Observed Javier Gomez 02/24/2026
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled with accumulation of grease the panini machine. Observed soiled meat slicer. Observed soiled shelves housing single use items ready for use above panini machine. Observed soiled crate containers housing clean equipment and shelve housing food equipment and oil under panini machine, and shelve housing bar items in the bar area.
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 no manager present with 6 employees currently working in the establishment. Manager was able to arrive prior to inspection closing.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed for HWS in kitchen. Employee was able to replenish.
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products. Observed none available when asked an employees in the kitchen.
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 no food handler certificates. Establishment unable to provide proof at the time of inspection.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed for HWS in kitchen. Employee was able to replenish.
Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed accumulation of rust on the shelves holding food items in the back storage area.
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 three employees with certifications expired.
Accumulation of debris inside warewashing machine. Observed soiled with accumulation black grime along the frame.
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Observed for customer and employee bathroom in the restaurant.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed soiled door handle of walk in cooler, handle of panini machine.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Observed three unsecured in dry storage area.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed in warewashing, prep, kitchen area.
Clean utensils stored between equipment and wall. Observed spatulas wedged bewteen 3CS and wall.
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. Observe one bag of completely thawed mahi mahi in ROP, inside walk in cooler. A stop sale was issued.
Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. Observed missing for prep sink, and 3CS.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Employee eating in a food preparation or other restricted area. Observed male employee drinking coffee in the kitchen at prep table.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed on shelves in warewashing area.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed broken door gaskets of reach in coolers in the kitchen area.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed broken tiles in food prep, kitchen warewashing area.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed for ice chest in kitchen.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed utensil in standing water 89°F, at the stove.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed soiled the interior and exterior of the microwave.
Missing drain plug at dumpster.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Provided via email to operator.
No copy of latest inspection report available. Explained to operator require to be available upon customer request.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled door gaskets of walk in cooler, all reach in coolers in the kitchen, fans and vent in the kitchen area including one above prep table.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed for reach in coolers in the kitchen.
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observe for all under counter reach in coolers, and upright RIC used for fruit in the kitchen area.
Straws provided for customer self-service not individually wrapped or in an approved dispenser. Observed straws not individually wrapped at stored on bar counter, which can be easily attainable by a customer.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed inside walk in cooler and freezer.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed soiled walls behind shelves housing clean food in equipment in warewashing area and around kitchen area near hws.
Wet wiping cloths used for occasional spills on equipment food- and nonfood-contact surfaces not clean. Observed in the kitchen. Employee replaced.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed no labels on containers containing dry items, in the dry storage area. Also observed food pans in the stove with dry items not identified by a label.
Worn, torn and/or soiled floors/carpeting. Observed soled floors in warewashing and kitchen area.
Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only. Observed fire extinguisher located at staircase to kitchen.
Oct 27, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 19 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
4 High priority5 Intermediate10 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed establishment open and serving food to the public at the time of the inspection.
Server handled soiled dishes or utensils and then picked up plated food, served food, or prepared a beverage without washing hands.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed pooled eggs (62F - Cold Holding); butter (57F - Cold Holding) at cook line, as per chef for approximately 2 hours prior.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked potatoes (122F - Hot Holding)at steam table, as per chef for approximately 1 hour prior.
Employee has not received adequate training related to their assigned duties as evidenced by the inability to answer basic food safety questions. Observed chef unaware of minimum cold holding temperature, coached on temperatures.
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-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed cutting boards soiled.
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 soap provided at handwash sink. Observed at cook line, chef replaced.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
Food stored on floor. Observed oil container on floor by end of cook line.
Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed several holes in kitchen.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Provided to operator via email.
Straws provided for customer self-service not individually wrapped or in an approved dispenser. Observed straws not individually wrapped at bar area.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
Jun 12, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate10 Basic
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Ceiling tile missing. Observed by dishwasher area.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling vents and ceiling tiles soiled throughout kitchen.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed at cook line.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.
Missing drain plug at dumpster.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gaskets soiled at reach in coolers at kitchen.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed throughout the kitchen.
Mar 18, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 14 recorded.
0 High priority2 Intermediate12 Basic
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Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Observed establishment serves eggs and burgers for breakfast not linked to consumer advisory.
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. Observed by dishwasher area.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling vents and ceiling tiles soiled throughout kitchen.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed behind 3 compartment sink.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed at cook line.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.
Missing drain plug at dumpster.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gaskets soiled at reach in coolers at kitchen.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed throughout the kitchen.
Nov 7, 2024□ 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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Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Observed at dry storage area.
Nov 7, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 13 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority2 Intermediate9 Basic
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Employee handled soiled equipment or utensils and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed the dish washer touching dirty dishes and then touched clean dishes without washing his hands.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw fish over pickles in the walk-in cooler.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed several utensils and other equipment in the sink across from the triple sink. The dish washer 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/
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Observed in the dry storage area.
Food stored on floor. Observed a case of fruit on the walk-in cooler floor. Observed a plastic container of cooking oil on the floor in the dry storage room.
Ice bucket stored on floor between uses. Observed at the bar. The bar tender put it on a clean surface.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. The cook removed the tongs.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed several utensils in a water temperature of 82° F. The chef poured out the water filled it with clean water and turned in the cook top to heat the water.
No container installed for catching grease from hood drip tray.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at the bar.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed cases of cup and to go containers on the floor in the dry storage room.
Straws provided for customer self-service not individually wrapped or in an approved dispenser. Observed at the bar. The bartender put the straws behind the bar.
Sep 17, 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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Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Observed eggs Benedict and smoked salmon bagel not identified as covered by consumer advisory.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Observed at dry storage area.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach-in cooler at cook-line and walk-in cooler gaskets soiled.
Apr 29, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 10 recorded.
0 High priority4 Intermediate6 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener soiled at warewashing area.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed hand washing sink at bar with metal cup inside.
Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Observed eggs Benedict and smoked salmon bagel not identified as covered by consumer advisory.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no chlorine or quaternary test strips.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed inside flour container at dry storage area.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Observed at dry storage area.
Food stored on floor. Observed raw chicken stored on walk-in freezer floor. Operator removed item from floor.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach-in cooler at cook-line and walk-in cooler gaskets soiled.
Silverware/utensils stored upright with the food-contact surface up. Observed spoons and forks stored upright at cookline.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed at reach-in cooler at cookline.
Jan 30, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority4 Intermediate5 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw beef and fish over cheese in the reach in cooler. The manager rearranged the 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. Form provided.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed the soda gun nozzle soiled at the bar.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
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. Form provided.
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors.
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. Observed in the unisex restroom.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting.
Ice bucket/shovel stored on floor between uses. Observed at the bar.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board.
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.