SABOR CUBANO ALEX
12848 SW 8TH STREET, Miami FL 33184 · 305-215-5573
Last inspected Jul 15, 2026 · 8 visits since February 2024
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— STEADY
5 inspections within 27 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed license expired 10/1/2023. Manager paid during inspection. Validation number 238699188
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Inspection history
8 visits, newest first
Jul 15, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 3 findings
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at kitchen cut lettuce (55F - Cold Holding); chit tomatoes (57F - Cold Holding) According to cook placed out 40 minutes ago. Cook placed cut lettuce and cut tomato inside reach in cooler for rapid chill.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Operator placed paper towels on dispenser.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gaskets on coolers soiled.
Jan 30, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
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No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed at front counter.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling vent dusty over washing area.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee water on cutting board on prep table.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Reach in cooler door gaskets soiled.
Sep 9, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
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Observed: Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed sliced cheese (50F - Cold Holding); sliced ham (49F - Cold Holding) inside reach in cooler across reach in freezer. As per operator for less than 4 hrs. Operator placed in another cooler for rapid cooling. Priority: High Priority
Observed: Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed plastic container stored inside hand sink at kitchen. Employee removed the container. Priority: Intermediate
Observed: No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed at kitchen. Operator provided. Priority: Intermediate
Observed: Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed ice machine has Accumulation of black mold like substance at front counter. Priority: Basic
Observed: Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Observed at front counter. Operator placed the handle upwards. Priority: Basic
Apr 10, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Feb 7, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 5 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority3 Intermediate0 Basic
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Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed raw beef stored inside Nonfood-grade bags inside reach in freezer.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken stored over raw beef inside reach in cooler. Operator properly arranged products.
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 Lazaro Rodriguez expired on 1/30/2025.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed plastic bucket inside hand sink. Operator removed the bucket.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed at kitchen. Operator provided the soap.
Jul 23, 2024Inspection 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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Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed ceiling tiles at kitchen show water damage.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters soiled. Also observed reach in cooler door gasket soiled at kitchen.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed sugar inside glass container without label at front counter.
Apr 24, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority3 Intermediate2 Basic
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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. Discussed and provided to manager via email.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed white cutting soiled with food debris on preparation table.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at women's restroom
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed ceiling tiles with water damage at kitchen area.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler door gaskets soiled.
Feb 19, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 15 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
4 High priority3 Intermediate8 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed license expired 10/1/2023. Manager paid during inspection. Validation number 238699188
Raw animal foods not properly separated from one another based upon minimum required cooking temperature when stored in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed chicken wings over French fries stored inside reach in freezer.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cut tomato (70F - Cold Holding) stored on shelve over sandwich preparation station as per employee for half hour. Employee placed the food item inside reach in cooler for rapid cooling.
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
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. Discussed and provided to manager in printed form.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed spray bottle with degreaser and soap stored inside hand wash sink next to triple sink. Employee removed the items.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at women's restroom.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed oven door handles at kitchen soiled with accumulation of grease.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling vent dusty at kitchen area.
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. Observed at women's restroom.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee drink on cutting board. Employee removed the drink.
Food stored on floor. Observed cooking oil stored on kitchen floor under triple sink.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler door gaskets soiled. Also observed hood filters soiled with grease.
Stored food not covered. Observed pork belly inside reach in cooler not covered. Employee covered during inspection.
Wood food-contact surface not properly sealed. Observed under sandwich preparation 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.