HAVANA CAFE
1430 NE 163 ST, North Miami Beach FL 33162 · 786-487-1473
Last inspected Jun 24, 2026 · 8 visits since February 2024
FEB 24
APR 24
OCT 24
JUL 25
JUN 26
≈ ERRATIC
5 inspections, swinging between A and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed 6 live roaches at the front counter.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
3 cases · $1,120
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1--2024007472 | Feb 6, 2024 | Jul 12, 2024 | $400 |
| 1--2019006980 | Jan 15, 2019 | Aug 1, 2019 | $320 |
| 1--2017004918 | Jan 31, 2017 | Jun 19, 2017 | $400 |
Inspection history
8 visits, newest first
Jun 24, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 6 findingsThe state's own report →
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw ground beef stored above cut lettuce on reach in cooler. Operator stored properly 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 paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed next to 3 compartment sink. Operator restocked during inspection.
Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Observed personal food next to establishment food on reach in cooler at kitchen area. Operator segregated during inspection.
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No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.
Open dumpster lid.
Jul 30, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. By the 3 compartment sink.
Oct 22, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
May 14, 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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Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Throughout the establishment.
Apr 4, 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 Intermediate3 Basic
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No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed employee names Yakelin hired for more than 1 year with no employee training.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Throughout the establishment.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler in the kitchen with gaskets soiled.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed walls in the bathroom, by 3 compartment sink and handwashing sink soiled.
Apr 3, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 11 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority5 Intermediate5 Basic
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Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed 1 live roach crawling in the bathroom.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed sanitizer bucket stored inside the handwashing sink at the front counter. Operator removed.
No hot running water at three-compartment sink. Observed hot water at 80F at the 3 compartment sink in the kitchen.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towel at the handwashing sink in the bathroom, kitchen and front counter. Operator placed new roll.
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed employee names Yakelin hired for more than 1 year with no employee training.
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed hot water at 80F at bathroom, kitchen and front counter handwashing sink.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Throughout the establishment.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed interior of oven in the kitchen with accumulated grease.
No hot running water at mop sink. Observed hot water at 80F at the mop sink.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler in the kitchen with gaskets soiled.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed walls in the bathroom, by 3 compartment sink and handwashing sink soiled.
Feb 7, 2024□ Emergency Order Callback CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
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No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
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 yakelin with an expired training.
Floors not constructed to be easily cleanable. Throughout the whole establishment.
Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed hole in the wall at the bathroom. Observed 3 holes under the 3 compartment sink.
Feb 6, 2024■ Emergency order recommendedRoutine Inspection
Ordered shut on the spot. 14 violations recorded, 4 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.
4 High priority6 Intermediate4 Basic
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Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed frozen beef stored inside a thank you bag.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed 6 live roaches at the front counter.
Roach excrement and/or droppings present. Observed approximately 15+ roach dropping under the front counter, approximately 10+ droppings under the electrical stove.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed windex,sanitizer and degreaser stored on top of the counter next to coffee maker.
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. Emailed form to operator.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. At the kitchen handwashing sink, operator placed new roll.
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
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. Emailed form to operator.
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 yakelin with an expired training.
Dead roaches on premises. Observed 1 dead roach in a broken ice machine at the front counter,as per operator not in use. Observed 2 dead roaches at the front counter.
Floors not constructed to be easily cleanable. Throughout the whole establishment.
Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed hole in the wall at the bathroom. Observed 3 holes under the 3 compartment sink.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. The soda reach in cooler shelves.
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.