Havana Beach
Last inspected: Oct 27, 2025
20
Score
Havana Beach, located at 740 Ocean Drive in Miami Beach, FL, underwent a high-risk inspection on October 27, 2025. This inspection resulted in 4 critical, 5 major, and 10 minor violations. Historical data indicates a pattern of high-risk classifications across eight scored inspections for Havana Beach.
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Inspections
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Critical latest
5
Major latest
10
Minor latest
Inspection History
Oct 27, 2025
Routine - Food
4 critical violations. 5 major violations. 10 minor violations.
View 19 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked potatoes (122F - Hot Holding)at steam table, as per chef for approximately 1 hour prior.
03B-01-6
High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed establishment open and serving food to the public at the time of the inspection.
50-17-3
High Priority - Server handled soiled dishes or utensils and then picked up plated food, served food, or prepared a beverage without washing hands.
12A-02-4
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed pooled eggs (62F - Cold Holding); butter (57F - Cold Holding) at cook line, as per chef for approximately 2 hours prior.
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Employee has not received adequate training related to their assigned duties as evidenced by the inability to answer basic food safety questions. Observed chef unaware of minimum cold holding temperature, coached on temperatures.
53B-16-4
Intermediate - 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 to operator via email.
11-27-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed cutting boards soiled.
22-02-4
Intermediate - 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/
53A-05-6
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed at cook line, chef replaced. **Corrective Action Taken**
31B-03-4
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles.
23-24-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. **Repeat Violation**
36-34-5
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
13-03-4
Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed several holes in kitchen.
36-24-5
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses.
10-20-4
Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Provided to operator via email.
51-13-4
Basic - Straws provided for customer self-service not individually wrapped or in an approved dispenser. Observed straws not individually wrapped at bar area.
25-27-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. **Repeat Violation**
36-27-5
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
21-12-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed oil container on floor by end of cook line.
08B-38-4
20
Jun 12, 2025
Routine - Food
10 minor violations.
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Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling tile missing. Observed by dishwasher area. - From follow-up inspection 2025-06-12: **Time Extended**
36-36-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling vents and ceiling tiles soiled throughout kitchen. - From follow-up inspection 2025-06-12: **Time Extended**
36-34-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. - From follow-up inspection 2025-06-12: **Time Extended**
14-09-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. - From follow-up inspection 2025-06-12: **Time Extended**
24-08-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. - From follow-up inspection 2025-06-12: **Time Extended**
35B-01-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed at cook line. **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2025-06-12: **Time Extended**
10-20-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. - From follow-up inspection 2025-06-12: **Time Extended**
22-08-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Missing drain plug at dumpster. - From follow-up inspection 2025-06-12: **Time Extended**
33-11-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gaskets soiled at reach in coolers at kitchen. - From follow-up inspection 2025-06-12: **Time Extended**
23-03-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed throughout the kitchen. - From follow-up inspection 2025-06-12: **Time Extended**
36-27-5
61
Mar 18, 2025
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 12 minor violations.
View 14 violations
Intermediate - Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Observed establishment serves eggs and burgers for breakfast not linked to consumer advisory.
02B-01-5
Intermediate - 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.
53B-01-5
Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning.
16-46-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed throughout the kitchen.
36-27-5
Basic - Ceiling tile missing. Observed by dishwasher area.
36-36-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling vents and ceiling tiles soiled throughout kitchen.
36-34-5
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
14-09-4
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting.
24-08-4
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
35B-01-4
Basic - In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed behind 3 compartment sink.
10-17-4
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed at cook line. **Repeat Violation**
10-20-4
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.
22-08-4
Basic - Missing drain plug at dumpster.
33-11-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gaskets soiled at reach in coolers at kitchen.
23-03-4
45
Nov 7, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 6 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure
FL-25
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Plumbing Maintained; Sewage Disposal
FL-51
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
39
Sep 17, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Observed eggs Benedict and smoked salmon bagel not identified as covered by consumer advisory. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-17: **Time Extended**
02B-01-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Observed at dry storage area. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-17: **Time Extended**
51-11-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach-in cooler at cook-line and walk-in cooler gaskets soiled. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-17: **Time Extended**
23-03-4
82
Apr 29, 2024
Routine - Food
4 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 10 violations
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed hand washing sink at bar with metal cup inside. **Warning**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Observed eggs Benedict and smoked salmon bagel not identified as covered by consumer advisory. **Warning**
02B-01-5
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no chlorine or quaternary test strips. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
16-37-1
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener soiled at warewashing area. **Warning**
22-02-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed inside flour container at dry storage area. **Warning**
14-01-5
Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Observed at dry storage area. **Warning**
51-11-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed raw chicken stored on walk-in freezer floor. Operator removed item from floor. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08B-38-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach-in cooler at cook-line and walk-in cooler gaskets soiled. **Warning**
23-03-4
Basic - Silverware/utensils stored upright with the food-contact surface up. Observed spoons and forks stored upright at cookline. **Warning**
24-18-4
Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed at reach-in cooler at cookline. **Warning**
29-49-6
50
Jan 30, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 4 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 10 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw beef and fish over cheese in the reach in cooler. The manager rearranged the cooler. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed the soda gun nozzle soiled at the bar.
22-02-4
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
16-37-1
Intermediate - 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. Form provided. **Corrective Action Taken**
11-26-1
Intermediate - 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. Form provided. **Corrective Action Taken**
11-27-4
Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors.
32-04-4
Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. Observed in the unisex restroom.
32-12-5
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting.
24-08-4
Basic - Ice bucket/shovel stored on floor between uses. Observed at the bar.
10-14-5
Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board.
21-04-4
45
Feb 10, 2023
Complaint Full
4 critical violations. 3 major violations. 14 minor violations.
View 21 violations
High Priority - Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed Dishwasher (Chlorine 0ppm), establishment is to stop use of dishwasher until it is repaired, until dishwasher is repaired establishment is to wash rinse and sanitize all dish ware in three compartment sink **Warning**
22-41-4
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged.Observed raw meats stored over vegetables in reach in cooler. Observed raw shell eggs stored over butter in walk in cooler **Warning**
08A-02-6
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed cooked pasta (46F - Cold Holding); cooked beans (46F - Cold Holding) in walk in cooler. As per operator pasta and beans have beans in cooler for approximately 2 days **Warning**
01B-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked pasta (46F - Cold Holding); cooked rice (46F - Cold Holding); raw pork (46F - Cold Holding); cooked beans (46F - Cold Holding) in walk in cooler. As per operator pasta and beans have beans in cooler for approximately 2 days, pork and rice have been in the cooler for approximately 2 hours. Operator opened interior walk in freezer door to rapid cool down all items. Observed PICO DE GALLO (70F - Cold Holding); chimichurri (70F - Cold Holding); guacamole with tomatoes (70F - Cold Holding) as per operator items were in cooler for approximately 2 hours, operator moved items to walk in freezer for rapid chill **Warning**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. **Warning**
16-37-1
Intermediate - 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. Observed Tamara with no proof of food handler training, as per owner employee hired more than 2 months. **Warning**
53B-02-5
Intermediate - 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 food handler training certificates for Sender, and Lester **Warning**
53B-14-5
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed bowl with no handle stored in flour. **Warning**
14-01-5
Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. **Warning**
51-11-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee phone and other personal items stored next to food or food contact equipment. Employees removed items from area. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
40-06-5
Basic - Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken. **Warning**
14-38-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed container of rice, container of noodles, and case of heavy cream stored on floor. **Warning**
08B-38-4
Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall behind reach in freezer in dry storage room **Warning**
36-24-5
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer **Warning**
14-69-4
Basic - Missing drain plug at dumpster. **Warning**
33-11-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed walk in cooler and walk in freezer fan gaurds soiled. **Warning**
23-03-4
Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. **Warning**
16-46-4
Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. **Warning**
29-49-6
Basic - Straws provided for customer self-service not individually wrapped or in an approved dispenser Operator moved straws behind counter. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
25-27-4
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. **Warning**
42-01-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed sauce bottles of oils, and dressings missing labels. Operator labeled all bottles. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
02D-01-5
20
Nov 28, 2022
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 7 minor violations.
View 11 violations
High Priority - Fish not held frozen before, during and after being packaged onsite using a reduced oxygen packaging method. See stop sale. Observed fish thawed in walk in cooler not removed from oxygen packaging. Manager discarded product.
03G-04-5
High Priority - Stop Sale issued due to adulteration of food product. Observed reduced oxygen packaged fish not removed and thawed in walk in cooler.
01B-03-5
Intermediate - Ambient air thermometer in holding unit not accurate within plus or minus 3 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed ambient thermometer reading 50°F in walk in cooler.
05-05-4
Intermediate - Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed bottom of prep tables rusted next to grill area.
22-31-4
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
50-09-4
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed an air gap at exit door between the cook line and dish area.
35B-01-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed food cases stored in floor in the walk in cooler and in the walk in freezer.
08B-38-4
Basic - In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed knifes stored between the wall and three compartment sink. Manager removed them . **Corrected On-Site**
10-17-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed sauces not labeled at grill area.
02D-01-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. At kitchen next to grill area.
36-34-5
Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed plates ready to be used not inverted in the grill area. Employee inverted all dishes. **Corrected On-Site**
24-05-4
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