PARADISE CUBAN RESTAURANT
2603 OVERSEAS HWY, Marathon FL 33050 · 305-735-4051
Last inspected Jul 10, 2026 · 9 visits since October 2023
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— STEADY
5 inspections within 8 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Inspection history
9 visits, newest first
Jul 10, 2026Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 3 violations recorded.
0 High priority3 Intermediate0 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 3 findings
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
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. Observed cooked pork, black beans, chicken in the walk-in cooler with not date marked
May 1, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 6 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority4 Intermediate0 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw fish over batter in refrigerator Raw shell eggs over bread in the walk-in cooler
Shell eggs not stored at an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less.stored on table in kitchen @75F Eggs were put into cold holding unit
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Dirty dishes stored in handwashing in kitchen
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
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. Observed cooked pork, black beans, chicken in the walk-in cooler with not date marked
Oct 24, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
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Container of medicine, pepto bismol improperly stored in refrigerator with food pepto was removed from refrigerator
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit.; tamales (55*F - Cold Holding); shell eggs (55F - Cold Holding) Items relocated to a working cold holding unit. As per owner these items were put in refrigerator this morning from the walk-in cooler,less than 4 hours ago.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Cooked ground beef stored in refrigerator is not date marked
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors.
Cloth used as a food-contact surface under ham, cheese
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. White refrigerator in the kitchen is not cold holding @41F or below
Jun 3, 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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Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors.
Food stored on floor in the walk-in cooler
In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. Stored on top of ice machine
Apr 1, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 6 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority1 Intermediate3 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 beef in the same pan as raw chicken in walk in cooler
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb.
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/
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors.
Food stored on floor in the walk-in cooler
In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. Stored on top of ice machine
Oct 4, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
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Raw chicken, and bacon stored ready-to-eat food in the refrigerator in the kitchen, Raw beef over custard in the walkin cooler
Raw chicken over raw beef in walk-in cooler
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Rinsing and storage of dishes
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Food stored on floor in the walk in cooler
Juicer plastic cover is cracked or broken.
Single-service napkins improperly stored on the floor
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. In coffee area
Apr 16, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 13 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority4 Intermediate8 Basic
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Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb.
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.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. The front handwash sink has a spray hose attached to it.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink in pizza oven area
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Black beans and cooked pork in walk-in cooler not date marked
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks in back storage room not adequately secured.
Food stored on floor in the walk in cooler
Grease on the ground and/or pad around grease receptacle.
Ice bucket/shovel stored on floor between uses.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Exterior of ice machine above the door is soiled.
Dec 19, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
1 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
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Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to outside hose bibb with splitter.
Oct 17, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 15 recorded, 6 high priority.
6 High priority7 Intermediate2 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Cooked beef in refrigerator, cooked black beans, pork, sliced ham, in walk-in cooler not date marked
Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Cook washed hands with gloves on instead of changing gloves
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Pork out of temp for more than 4 hours 71F stored under table without refrigeration over night.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Pork stored in container under table overnight out of temperature more than 8 hours @71F.
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to outside hose bibb with splitter.
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. Observed wood cutting board with cut marks, burns and not sealed wood. Wood Cutting board use was discontinued and replaced.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed a Spray hose connection to hand wash sink at front counter
Juice packaged in the establishment that has not been specifically processed to prevent, reduce, or eliminate the presence of pathogens not bearing a warning label. Fresh unpasteurized juice, Advisory not posted in conspicuous location
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink in bread bakery room
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.
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.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Walk-in freezer gasket and door soiled with mold like substance
Single-service articles improperly stored take out containers stored on the floor in storage area
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.