Habana Cafe in Gulfport
Last inspected:
5402 Gulfport Blvd, Gulfport, FL 33707Habana Cafe in Gulfport has accumulated 260 violations across 32 inspections since 2016, averaging 8.1 per visit. The facility was shut down twice for rodent activity, most recently in January 2020 when inspectors found the business had not complied with an emergency order. Consumer advisories, food contact surface violations, and ventilation issues represent the facility's most frequent compliance gaps. The restaurant has faced 2 disciplinary actions totaling $600 in fines.
Most recent closure: January 21, 2020 for rodent activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Habana Cafe in Gulfport: Comparison to Pinellas County Averages
This Facility
8.1
violations / inspection
8.1 violations per inspection
Pinellas County Avg
6.13
violations / inspection
6.13 county average
This Facility
2
emergency closures
2 closures
Pinellas County Avg
0.35
closures / facility
0.35 county average
Habana Cafe in Gulfport: Emergency Closure History (2)
Habana Cafe in Gulfport: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (2)
Total fines on record: $600.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2019058980 | $400.00 | Nov 14, 2019 | Tampa | |
| 3--2015029838 | $200.00 | Apr 15, 2015 | Miami (Doral) |
Habana Cafe in Gulfport: Full Inspection History — DBPR (32)
— 1 inspection5 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections13 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections14 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections19 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 14 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
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Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections9 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections12 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 7 inspections33 violations · 19 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Emergency Order Callback Complied
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (1 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
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— Routine - Food· 12 violations (7 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
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Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— 5 inspections41 violations · 26 high priority
— Complaint Full· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Complied
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Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 17 violations (10 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 4 inspections17 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
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Basic Violations
— 3 inspections20 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection7 violations · 4 high priority
— Complaint Full· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
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Habana Cafe in Gulfport: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Habana Cafe in Gulfport last inspected?
- Habana Cafe in Gulfport was last inspected by Florida DBPR on March 5, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- When was Habana Cafe in Gulfport last shut down?
- Habana Cafe in Gulfport was last shut down on January 21, 2020 for rodent activity. This data reflects state records at time of publication. The facility may have since resolved these issues.
- What are the most common violations at Habana Cafe in Gulfport?
- The most frequently cited violations at Habana Cafe in Gulfport are: Consumer advisory, Proper ventilation, Food contact surfaces.
- How many health inspections has Habana Cafe in Gulfport had?
- Habana Cafe in Gulfport has had 32 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 8.1 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Habana Cafe in Gulfport find?
- Habana Cafe in Gulfport was most recently inspected on March 5, 2026 with 9 violation(s), including 4 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Habana Cafe in Gulfport ever been shut down?
- Yes, Habana Cafe in Gulfport has been emergency-closed 2 times by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- 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 V03 (Employee health reporting) mean?
- Violation 03 (Employee health reporting) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/03.
- 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.
- Has Habana Cafe in Gulfport faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Habana Cafe in Gulfport has 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $600.00 in fines.
- How much has Habana Cafe in Gulfport been fined?
- Habana Cafe in Gulfport has been fined a total of $600.00 across 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
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Editorial Standards & Data Oversight
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).
Editorial Process: Content generated using AI to synthesize complex regulatory data, then reviewed and verified for accuracy by our editorial team.
Disclaimer: All data reflects official state records at time of publication. Facilities may have since corrected cited violations, resolved enforcement actions, or changed ownership.
Editor: All content reviewed and verified by Christopher F. Nesbitt, Sr., Nationally Registered EMT & BU-trained Paralegal.
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