VEGAN CUBAN CUISINE
9640 SW 72 ST, Miami FL 33173 · 786.230.7027
Last inspected Jan 28, 2026 · 7 visits since October 2023
JAN 24
AUG 24
DEC 24
SEP 25
JAN 26
— STEADY
5 inspections within 11 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
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 with operator and provided email handout. Operator printed it, and posted in the kitchen.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Inspection history
7 visits, newest first
Jan 28, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate0 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 3 findings
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed splitter at hose bibb without vacuum breaker next to back door.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed hand sink blocked by ladder across from cook line.
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/. Observed no certified food manager present at time of inspection with 4+ employees working.
Sep 4, 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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Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for food container. Observed non food grade paper towel lining container of cilantro at reach in cooler in prep area.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener blade soiled at kitchen area
Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed employee training for Naydi expired.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed gaskets torn at reach in freezer at front counter.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup inside standing reach in freezer.
Dec 16, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
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No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at hand sink in front counter. Operator provided paper towels.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap at hand sink at front counter. Operator provided soap.
Ceiling tile missing. Observed ceiling tiles missing in kitchen area.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup inside of standing reach in freezers in front of cook line and at reach in freezer at front counter.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed scoop stored inside container of flour with handle in contact with flour. Operator properly placed scoop.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed container of flour not labeled in dry storage area. Operator labeled container.
Aug 9, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate5 Basic
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Ceiling tile missing. Observed ceiling tiles missing in sandwich prep area
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed to go boxes not stored inverted on cook line by fryers, operator inverted the boxes
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer inside kitchen area across from cook line
Interior of refrigerator or freezer in disrepair/has exposed insulation. Observed interior of reach in freezer with exposed insulation located at front area
Observed ceiling tiles not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable throughout kitchen area
Jan 16, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate4 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 with operator and provided email handout. Operator printed it, and posted in the kitchen.
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. Discussed with operator and email form. Operator printed and provided signed employees forms.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed soiled ceiling vents, throughout kitchen.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in freezer gaskets torn, located at cooking line.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees, located at front counter.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled walk in cooler fans guard.
Jan 16, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Oct 31, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 7 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority3 Intermediate3 Basic
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Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Observed employee using wiping cloth gloves on and not changing gloves as needed, corrected action taken, inspector discussed with operator proper glove changing.
Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Soy milk and oat milk all opened held over 24 hrs not date marked.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Employee hand wash sink on cooks line blocked by fan and poll, corrected operator moved items during inspection.
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/. Establishment taking over unit next door no plans submitted.
Ceiling tile missing. Ceiling tiles missing at front prep area.
Equipment or utensils not designed or constructed in a durable manner. Container for ice in disrepair.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
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.