MI SANDWICH CUBANO
5864 W 20 AVE, Hialeah FL 33016 · 5565550
Last inspected Mar 31, 2026 · 8 visits since November 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between A and C. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed in the upright reach in cooler located at front counter cooked chicken (48F - Cold Holding); ham (48F - Cold Holding); cut tomatoes (48F - Cold Holding); raw eggs (48F - Cold Holding).
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Inspection history
8 visits, newest first
Mar 31, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 4 findings
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed slicer soiled.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed inside bathroom.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Oven interior soiled.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Mar 31, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority2 Intermediate5 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed dishwasher storage slicer machine soiled.
Spray bottle containing degreaser substance not labeled.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed upright reach in cooler gasket torn.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler gasket soiled on unit located in the kitchen.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Wet wiping cloth used to wipe tableware or carry-out containers.
Wet wiping cloths used for occasional spills on equipment food- and nonfood-contact surfaces not clean.
Nov 12, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 13 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority3 Intermediate8 Basic
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Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed in the upright reach in cooler located at front counter cooked chicken (48F - Cold Holding); ham (48F - Cold Holding); cut tomatoes (48F - Cold Holding); raw eggs (48F - Cold Holding).
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in the upright reach in cooler located at front counter cooked chicken (48F - Cold Holding); ham (48F - Cold Holding); cut tomatoes (48F - Cold Holding); raw eggs (48F - Cold Holding), as per operator all these food items were stored in the unit the day before and cheese (48F - Cold Holding), was stored in the cooler less than 2 hours ago. Operator was instructed to discard all the food stored in this unit from the night before and transfer the cheese o another working unit to rapidly cool down.
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/. Jordi A Hernandez, Expired on 08-21-25.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed dishwasher storage slicer machine soiled.
Spray bottle containing degreaser substance not labeled.
Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired. Observed at front counter upright reach in cooler not maintaining food at proper cold holding temperature-48-50F.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed upright reach in cooler gasket torn.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed interior of the reach in cooler soiled.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler gasket soiled on unit located in the kitchen.
Stored food not covered. Observed bread crops in a container o n top of the preparation table not covered.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Wet wiping cloth used to wipe tableware or carry-out containers.
Wet wiping cloths used for occasional spills on equipment food- and nonfood-contact surfaces not clean.
Mar 11, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. In the reach in cooler located at front counter observed raw quail eggs stored over ham.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed blender stored in the hws at cook line. Operator removed it.
Incorrect chemical test kit provided for measuring the concentration of the sanitizer solution used in the three-compartment sink and/or dishmachine. Observed operator provided QT test strip instead of Chlorine test strips.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed interior of microwave soiled, microwave located at cook line.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed interior of hws located at cook line soiled.
Observed under the preparation table rust that has pitted the surface.
Wet wiping cloth used to wipe tableware or carry-out containers.
Nov 7, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
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No soap provided at handwash sink. Manager provided soap.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed spray bottle containing all purpose cleaner no labeled.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed at kitchen.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed in chest freezer.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Apr 30, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer.
Feb 29, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 6 recorded.
0 High priority1 Intermediate5 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. At the time of the inspection observed employee Nancy Narajo with food training certificate.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee engaging with food with no hair restraint. Employee put a hat on.
Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Observed bucket of oil stored on the floor near the mop sink.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed oven soiled stored next to preparation table.
Nov 1, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Equipment in poor repair. Reach in freezer gasket torn.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Old food buildup on reach in cooler gasket located in the preparation area.
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