Cafe Havana in Bradenton
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1440 63 Ave E, Bradenton, FL 34203Cafe Havana in Bradenton has been cited with 115 violations across 21 inspections since 2022, averaging 5.5 violations per inspection — slightly above the Florida statewide average of 5.2. High-priority violations have been a consistent pattern, appearing in nearly every inspection over the past three years. Employee health policy violations were cited in at least 8 inspections; proper hand and arm washing violations in at least 5 inspections; chemical storage violations in at least 5 inspections; and food contact surface violations in at least 4 inspections. Management awareness violations also recurred across multiple inspections. The facility received two disciplinary actions totaling $400 in fines. An August 2024 inspection resulted in an administrative complaint recommendation after six high-priority violations were documented. The most recent inspection on March 11, 2026 found 18 violations and was completed with no further action.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Cafe Havana in Bradenton: Comparison to Manatee County Averages
Cafe Havana in Bradenton: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (2)
Total fines on record: $400.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2024060612 | $200.00 | Aug 28, 2024 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 7--2018061052 | $200.00 | Nov 5, 2018 | Miami (Doral) |
Cafe Havana in Bradenton: Full Inspection History — DBPR (21)
— 1 inspection6 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections11 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections9 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (5 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections5 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections12 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 1 inspection5 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 3 inspections25 violations · 19 high priority
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections5 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— 3 inspections18 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 1 inspection3 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 1 inspection0 violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
Cafe Havana in Bradenton: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Cafe Havana in Bradenton last inspected?
- Cafe Havana in Bradenton was last inspected by Florida DBPR on March 11, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- What are the most common violations at Cafe Havana in Bradenton?
- The most frequently cited violations at Cafe Havana in Bradenton are: Employee health policy, Employee health reporting, Management awareness.
- How many health inspections has Cafe Havana in Bradenton had?
- Cafe Havana in Bradenton has had 21 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 5.5 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Cafe Havana in Bradenton find?
- Cafe Havana in Bradenton was most recently inspected on March 11, 2026 with 7 violation(s), including 2 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Cafe Havana in Bradenton ever been shut down?
- No, Cafe Havana in Bradenton has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- What does Florida violation V01 (Management awareness) mean?
- Violation 01 (Management awareness) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/01.
- What does Florida violation V02 (Employee health policy) mean?
- Violation 02 (Employee health policy) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/02.
- What does Florida violation V14 (Food contact surfaces) mean?
- Violation 14 (Food contact surfaces) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/14.
- Has Cafe Havana in Bradenton faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Cafe Havana in Bradenton has 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $400.00 in fines.
- How much has Cafe Havana in Bradenton been fined?
- Cafe Havana in Bradenton has been fined a total of $400.00 across 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
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Data Source: This report is based on official public inspection records from the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR) and the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS).
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