HAVANNA CAFE
191 SMALLWOOD DR, Chokoloskee FL 34138 · 239.695.2214
Last inspected Apr 17, 2026 · 9 visits since November 2023
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≈ ERRATIC
5 inspections, swinging between A and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Observed flying insect land on loaf of bread.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Disciplinary actions
3 cases · $880
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2025029220 | Mar 5, 2025 | May 6, 2025 | $400 |
| 7--2023011259 | Jan 31, 2023 | May 11, 2023 | $320 |
| 7--2018002055 | Dec 7, 2017 | Feb 13, 2018 | $160 |
Inspection history
9 visits, newest first
Apr 17, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 3 findings
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. In the make table cooler raw shrimp is stored above a ready to eat sauce. Operator moved items to proper storage.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. In the walk in cooler raw ground beef is stored above raw shrimp. Operator moved items to proper storage.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. The hand sink by the cool line was used to fill a container.
Dec 3, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 1 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. No chlorine test strips for Dish Machine
Mar 6, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. In outside entrance bathroom.
Equipment in poor repair. Gaskets in reach in cooler torn.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. In bathroom with outside entrance.
Mar 5, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 16 violations recorded, 6 high priority.
6 High priority4 Intermediate6 Basic
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Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Dish machine 0 ppm chlorine. Operator will set up alternative sanitization until machine can be fixed
Employee used tobacco, ate, or drank then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed employee drink out of a cup and make gloved hands direct contact with rim of cup. Then not wash their hands before continuing working with clean utensils. Discussed proper handwashing with employee. Employee properly washed their hands.
Live, small flying insects found. Approximately 10 live flying insects in prep area landing on shelves, utensils, and food. One flying insect landed on loaf of bread. See stop sale.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw bacon over ready to eat food in walk-in cooler, raw shell eggs over ready to eat foods in walk-in cooler. Corrected on site
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Observed flying insect land on loaf of bread.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. pork (133F - Hot Holding); grits (128F - Hot Holding); cooked plantain (129F - Hot Holding); black beans (98F - Hot Holding) discussed turning up the steam table with operator. Also discussed time control as a way of holding certain foods. Steam table was raised and the time control form was filled out.m
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed utensils in hand-wash sink in prep area. Operator removed. Corrected on site
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 certified food manager present with three cooks and two servers present. Certified food manager arrived before end of the inspection.
No soap provided at handwash sink. In kitchen hand-wash sink. Corrected on site
Nonservice animals in the food establishment or on premises. Dog in back storage room.
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. In outside entrance bathroom.
Equipment in poor repair. Gaskets in reach in cooler torn.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. In bathroom with outside entrance.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Reach-in cooler gaskets soiled.
Outer openings not protected during operation and vermin and/or environmental cross contamination present. Observed doors open, and end of the cook line pass through no air curtain or protection.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. On cook line. Corrected on site
Nov 1, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority3 Intermediate3 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw ground pork over whole muscle pork-in walk-in cooler. Raw chicken over ready to eat bread in walk-in freezer out of original package. All corrected on site
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. beef empanadas (98F - Hot Holding)in front case for approximately two hours per operator. They are discarded after 4 hours. Discussed time control and provided operator form to fill out. Corrective action taken
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Scrub pad in hand-wash sink in cook line. Corrected on site
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Multiple spray bottles not labeled. corrected on site
Accumulation of debris inside warewashing machine.
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Food handler wearing bracelet. Corrected on site
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. At hand wash sink at outdoor bar.
Mar 15, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority3 Intermediate2 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. In the walk-in cooler raw shrimp is stored over a bag of unwashed onions.
Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served. Some of the oyster tags are not marked with the last date sold.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. There is a buildup of food debris on and around the can opener blade.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled.there is a unlabeled chemical spray bottle in the dish washing area.
Food stored on floor. There are cases of potatoes stored on the floor in dry storage.
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment.there is a knife stored between the make table and a shelf on the cook line.
Nov 27, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served. Some of the oyster tags are not marked with the last date served.
Nov 17, 2023Call 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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Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served. Some of the oyster tags are not marked with the last date served.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. There is a buildup of food debris on the potato chopper in the prep kitchen. Dishwasher (Chlorine 0ppm), operator can wash in the dishwasher but must sanitize in the triple sink until the dishwasher is repaired.
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. There is a buildup of food debris on the top of the dishwasher.
Nov 16, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 9 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority3 Intermediate3 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. In the walk-in cooler raw fish is stored over unwashed oranges and potatoes. Operator moved items to proper storage order.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. In the walk-in cooler raw ground beef is stored over prepared Cuban sandwiches. Operator moved items to proper storage order.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In the make table cooler by the pickup window, pico de gallo (49F - Cold Holding); ham (47F - Cold Holding), the ambient temperature of the cooler is 54F. Operator moved the ham and pico de gallo to the cooler in front of the range.
Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served. Some of the oyster tags are not marked with the last date served.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. There is a buildup of food debris on the potato chopper in the prep kitchen. Dishwasher (Chlorine 0ppm), operator can wash in the dishwasher but must sanitize in the triple sink until the dishwasher is repaired.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. There are no paper towels available at the hand sink in the prep area.
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. There is a buildup of food debris on the top of the dishwasher.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. There is a scoop with no handle inside a bin of rice and a bin of dry black beans under the oven in the prep kitchen.
Food stored on floor. There are cases of shrimp, bread, plantains, pork and beef stored on the floor in the walk-in freezer.
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.