Havana Kiss Cuban Cafe/Restaurant
Last inspected: Feb 26, 2026
78
Score
Havana Kiss Cuban Cafe/Restaurant has been inspected 10 times since 2023. Inspectors last stopped by on Feb 26, 2026. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.
The trend has been favorable: violation counts have eased from around 10 violations to closer to two violations per visit over the last few inspections.
Compared to the broader Kissimmee restaurant scene, this is about average. Taken together, the history is a positive one.
10
Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 26, 2026
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
78
Oct 22, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Personal Cleanliness
FL-40
67
May 21, 2025
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
May 8, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 3 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 9 violations
High Priority - - From initial inspection : 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. Chlorine 00ppm **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-05-08: **Time Extended**
22-41-4
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw chicken over cooked pork belly reach in cooler next to fryers - From follow-up inspection 2025-05-08: **Time Extended**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Employee bathroom - From follow-up inspection 2025-05-08: **Time Extended**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-05-08: **Time Extended**
53B-05-5
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Chlorine spray bottle with no label at dish area - From follow-up inspection 2025-05-08: **Time Extended**
41-17-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Light shield damaged/in disrepair. No light shield in walk in cooler - From follow-up inspection 2025-05-08: **Time Extended**
38-01-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Stored food not covered. Empanadas in white chest freezer - From follow-up inspection 2025-05-08: **Time Extended**
08B-12-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Leaking faucet front counter hand wash sink - From follow-up inspection 2025-05-08: **Time Extended**
29-11-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. White chest freezer - From follow-up inspection 2025-05-08: **Time Extended**
14-69-4
45
Apr 29, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 3 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 9 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. Chlorine 00ppm **Warning**
22-41-4
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw chicken over cooked pork belly reach in cooler next to fryers
08A-05-6
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Employee bathroom
31B-02-4
Intermediate - Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. **Warning**
53B-05-5
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Chlorine spray bottle with no label at dish area
41-17-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. White chest freezer
14-69-4
Basic - Light shield damaged/in disrepair. No light shield in walk in cooler
38-01-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Empanadas in white chest freezer
08B-12-5
Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Leaking faucet front counter hand wash sink
29-11-4
45
Aug 20, 2024
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 9 minor violations.
View 11 violations
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Cup inside of the sink
31A-09-4
Intermediate - Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels. Front counter
31B-05-4
Basic - Water draining onto floor surface. When the dish machine was turned on the water would flow out onto the floor surface
29-03-4
Basic - Accumulation of debris inside warewashing machine.
16-03-4
Basic - Accumulation of debris on drainboards or equivalent.soiled
16-15-4
Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
16-21-4
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles.walk in cooler and freezer
23-24-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. 3 cases of oil stored on the floor
08B-38-4
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Microwave soiled
22-08-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Walk in cooler , reach in coolers in the kitchen
22-16-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. In the kitchen
36-27-5
52
Apr 17, 2024
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Plumbing Maintained; Sewage Disposal
FL-51
67
Sep 7, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
37
May 31, 2023
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 3 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 10 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Procedures for Responding to Vomiting/Diarrheal Events
FL-05
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure
FL-25
Toxic Substances Properly Identified, Stored, Used
FL-32
Personal Cleanliness
FL-40
Floors, Walls, and Ceilings Clean and in Good Repair
FL-52
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
39
Jan 12, 2023
Complaint Full
3 critical violations. 3 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 11 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
26
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Havana Kiss Cuban Cafe/Restaurant last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Havana Kiss Cuban Cafe/Restaurant on file is from Feb 26, 2026. The public record contains 10 inspections in total.
How does Havana Kiss Cuban Cafe/Restaurant compare to other restaurants in Kissimmee?
Havana Kiss Cuban Cafe/Restaurant most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is about the same as the Kissimmee average of 78.
Has Havana Kiss Cuban Cafe/Restaurant's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Havana Kiss Cuban Cafe/Restaurant have averaged around two violations per visit, down from roughly 10 earlier in the record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Havana Kiss Cuban Cafe/Restaurant means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.
How often is Havana Kiss Cuban Cafe/Restaurant inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Havana Kiss Cuban Cafe/Restaurant is inspected around three times per year on average.
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