SORIANO BROTHERS CUBAN CUISINE
3435 NW 7 ST, Miami FL 33125 · 305.644.3535
Last inspected Oct 13, 2025 · 9 visits since January 2024
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5 inspections, swinging between B and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. One at triple sink. Operator terminated.
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Inspection history
9 visits, newest first
Oct 13, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate8 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 10 findingsThe state's own report →
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken over raw beef at reach in cooler by front counter. Employee relocated items.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed yellow rice and pork at walk in cooler with no date marked.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
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In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed Spatula behind 3 compartment sink at dishwasher area.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at handsink next to 3 compartment sink.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filter at cook line soiled. Observed reach in cooler gaskets soiled.
Soiled dry wiping cloth in use.
Stored food not covered. Observed beef and pork stored at walk in cooler it covered.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
Oct 13, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
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Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cooked beef held more than 24 hours not properly date marked at walk in cooler.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed at kitchen. Observed at front counter of establishment.
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed Spatula behind 3 compartment sink at dishwasher area.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no handwashing sign at handisnk located next to 3 compartment sink by front counter of establishment.
Soiled dry wiping cloth in use. Observed at kitchen.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed at front counter of establishment.
Aug 13, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 11 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority2 Intermediate7 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw meat over black beans at walk in cooler. Manager reorganized products.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed Raw chicken over raw pork. Manager reorganized products.
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. At time of the inspection person in charge is not able to provide food handler certificate for all staff.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cooked beef held more than 24 hours not properly date marked at walk in cooler.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed at kitchen. Observed at front counter of establishment.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Manager removed it.
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed Spatula behind 3 compartment sink at dishwasher area.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no handwashing sign at handisnk located next to 3 compartment sink by front counter of establishment.
Soiled dry wiping cloth in use. Observed at kitchen.
Stored food not covered. Observed black beans, chicken and beef not covered stored at hot box at front counter.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed at front counter of establishment.
Mar 4, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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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.
Equipment and utensils not washed, rinsed and sanitized in the correct order in three-compartment sink. Do not use dishes/equipment not properly sanitized. Observed employee washing dishes with no sanitation step, instructed operator regarding the ware washing procedure.
Equipment in poor repair. Hot holding gaskets in disrepair.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
Mar 3, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 14 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority4 Intermediate7 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed raw chicken over raw beef in walk in cooler. Operator properly stored it.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed tuna salad (55F - Cold Holding); potatoes salad (50F - Cold Holding); flan (54F - Cold Holding) I located at the front line for less than 4 hours as per operator. Operator placed under ice.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked chicken (88F - Hot Holding); ribs (107F - Hot Holding); fish (113F - Hot Holding); cooked boniato (88F - Hot Holding); cooked shrimp (103F - Hot Holding) in steam table for less than 4 hours as per operator. Also observed beans (122F - Hot Holding); soup (107F - Hot Holding); mashed potatoes (110F - Hot Holding); rice (122F - Hot Holding) in hot holding box, for less than 4 hours as per operator.Operator reheated at 165°F.
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/ Jorge Martinez date expired 1/18/23.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Chlorine test kit.
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.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed spray bottle with Clorox, degreaser with no label.
Clean utensils stored between equipment and wall.
Equipment and utensils not washed, rinsed and sanitized in the correct order in three-compartment sink. Do not use dishes/equipment not properly sanitized. Observed employee washing dishes with no sanitation step, instructed operator regarding the ware washing procedure.
Equipment in poor repair. Hot holding gaskets in disrepair.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. On hand sink located next to three compartment sink at the front kitchen.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed frozen pork, frozen beef in the kitchen area at room temperature. Operator placed in walk in cooler.
Sep 18, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
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Displayed food not properly protected from contamination. Observed hot tamales at the steam table uncovered. Operator covered products.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed sweet plantains (125F - Hot Holding) and mash potatoes (128F - Hot Holding) at the hot box. Operator began to reheat products.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gasket near cook line torn.
No container installed for catching grease from hood drip tray. Observed no drip container in back cook line area.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed walk in cooler fan covers soiled. Observe hood filters at cook line soiled.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed walk in freezer wall soiled. Operator wiped down.
May 3, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Yanet Martinez 2/22/24
Ceiling in walk in cooler soiled. Operator will clean.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable: throughout kitchen..
May 1, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 15 recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority4 Intermediate7 Basic
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Displayed food not properly protected from contamination. Tamales at buffet line not covered. Operator covered.
Employee touched bare body part and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Employee touched lips and face, did not wash hands. Operator educated employee and they washed hands.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. One at triple sink. Operator terminated.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Tuna salad (70F - Cold Holding) on buffet, in shallow pan. Operator was educated on using a deep pan to get tuna salad in cold holding area. Operator discarded tuna salad.
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. Provided operator with the Vomiting and Diarrhea clean up form
Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Yanet Martinez 2/22/24
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times: Plastic container stored in sink in main kitchen. Operator removed.
Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Operator obtained and posted.
Ceiling in walk in cooler soiled. Operator will clean.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable: throughout kitchen..
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food.
Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor: cut papya not stored correctly in walk in freezer. Operator stored correctly.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees in men's restroom. Operator obtained sign and will post.
Reach-in freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface in butcher area. Operator will paint.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Beef at kitchen 28 F. Operator will prep, for service.
Jan 31, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 13 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
4 High priority2 Intermediate7 Basic
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Displayed food not properly protected from contamination. Observed a container with rice without lid next to the grill area.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs stored above uncovered cooked beef.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed tamales at 122° F inside the steam box at the front counter. Employee increased the temperature and add hot water to the steam box.
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed a hose connected at the time of the inspection. Operator placed one.
No handwash sink located in vending machine area where employees service bulk food machines. Observed metal stored inside the hand wash sink employee removed them.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed food stored inside the reach in cooler not date marked.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Observed license displayed expired Oct 2023.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed a green cutting board no longer cleanable.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Employee placed a hat.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gasket torn.
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between preparation tables. Employee removed them.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler gasket tour at the pizza station.
Stored food not covered. Observed cooked beef inside the reach in cooler not covered.
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