Cubans Be Like Restaurant & Cafe in Fort Myers
Last inspected:
13300 S Cleveland Ave Unit 21, Fort Myers, FL 33907Cubans Be Like Restaurant & Cafe in Fort Myers has accumulated 78 violations across 17 inspections, averaging 4.6 violations per inspection, slightly below the Florida statewide average of 5.2. The facility has not experienced an emergency closure. Hand washing and food contact surface violations have appeared repeatedly across inspections, with employee health policy violations cited in multiple recent inspections. Fire safety violations involving portable fire extinguisher gauges in the red zone were documented on three occasions between December 2024 and August 2025. A single disciplinary action resulted in a $200 fine. The most recent inspection on January 14, 2026 was completed with no further action, though it documented 18 violations including intermediate and basic-level findings.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Cubans Be Like Restaurant & Cafe in Fort Myers: Comparison to Lee County Averages
This Facility
4.6
violations / inspection
4.6 violations per inspection
Lee County Avg
4.36
violations / inspection
4.36 county average
This Facility
0
emergency closures
0 closures
Lee County Avg
0.1
closures / facility
0.1 county average
Cubans Be Like Restaurant & Cafe in Fort Myers: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $200.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2022019531 | $200.00 | Mar 16, 2022 | Miami (Doral) |
Cubans Be Like Restaurant & Cafe in Fort Myers: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (4)
— 2 fire violations
— Complaint Full · Call Back - Complied
Inspector Observation: - From initial inspection : Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone at outside storage. For reporting purposes only. - From follow-up inspection 2025-08-27: **Time Extended**
Legal Basis: Reporting: (d) The division, or its agent, shall notify the local firesafety authority or the State Fire Marshal of any readily observable violation of a rule adopted under chapter 633 which relates to public lodging establishments or public food establishments, and the identification of such violation does not require any firesafety inspection certification. For reporting purposes only.
— Complaint Full · Warning Issued
Inspector Observation: Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone at outside storage. For reporting purposes only.
Legal Basis: Reporting: (d) The division, or its agent, shall notify the local firesafety authority or the State Fire Marshal of any readily observable violation of a rule adopted under chapter 633 which relates to public lodging establishments or public food establishments, and the identification of such violation does not require any firesafety inspection certification. For reporting purposes only.
— 2 fire violations
— Routine - Food · Call Back - Complied
Inspector Observation: - From initial inspection : Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone at extra storage. For reporting purposes only - From follow-up inspection 2024-12-11: **Time Extended**
Legal Basis: Reporting: (d) The division, or its agent, shall notify the local firesafety authority or the State Fire Marshal of any readily observable violation of a rule adopted under chapter 633 which relates to public lodging establishments or public food establishments, and the identification of such violation does not require any firesafety inspection certification. For reporting purposes only.
— Routine - Food · Warning Issued
Inspector Observation: Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone at extra storage. For reporting purposes only
Legal Basis: Reporting: (d) The division, or its agent, shall notify the local firesafety authority or the State Fire Marshal of any readily observable violation of a rule adopted under chapter 633 which relates to public lodging establishments or public food establishments, and the identification of such violation does not require any firesafety inspection certification. For reporting purposes only.
Cubans Be Like Restaurant & Cafe in Fort Myers: Full Inspection History — DBPR (18)
— 2 inspections10 violations · 7 high priority
— Complaint Full· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections13 violations · 9 high priority
— Complaint Full· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 5 inspections20 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections7 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 2 inspections14 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (9 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections11 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 1 inspection0 violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
Cubans Be Like Restaurant & Cafe in Fort Myers: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Cubans Be Like Restaurant & Cafe in Fort Myers last inspected?
- Cubans Be Like Restaurant & Cafe in Fort Myers was last inspected by Florida DBPR on April 24, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- What are the most common violations at Cubans Be Like Restaurant & Cafe in Fort Myers?
- The most frequently cited violations at Cubans Be Like Restaurant & Cafe in Fort Myers are: Proper hand/arm washing, Food contact surfaces, Employee health reporting.
- How many health inspections has Cubans Be Like Restaurant & Cafe in Fort Myers had?
- Cubans Be Like Restaurant & Cafe in Fort Myers has had 18 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 4.6 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Cubans Be Like Restaurant & Cafe in Fort Myers find?
- Cubans Be Like Restaurant & Cafe in Fort Myers was most recently inspected on April 24, 2026 with 4 violation(s), including 1 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Cubans Be Like Restaurant & Cafe in Fort Myers ever been shut down?
- No, Cubans Be Like Restaurant & Cafe in Fort Myers has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- What does Florida violation V08 (Proper hand/arm washing) mean?
- Violation 08 (Proper hand/arm washing) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/08.
- What does Florida violation V13 (Parasite destruction) mean?
- Violation 13 (Parasite destruction) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/13.
- What does Florida violation V24 (Toxic substance control) mean?
- Violation 24 (Toxic substance control) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/24.
- Has Cubans Be Like Restaurant & Cafe in Fort Myers had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, Cubans Be Like Restaurant & Cafe in Fort Myers has 4 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has Cubans Be Like Restaurant & Cafe in Fort Myers faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Cubans Be Like Restaurant & Cafe in Fort Myers has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $200.00 in fines.
- How much has Cubans Be Like Restaurant & Cafe in Fort Myers been fined?
- Cubans Be Like Restaurant & Cafe in Fort Myers has been fined a total of $200.00 across 1 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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Disclaimer: All data reflects official state records at time of publication. Facilities may have since corrected cited violations, resolved enforcement actions, or changed ownership.
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