El Cubanito BBQ in Hialeah Gardens
Last inspected:
10651 Nw 132 St Ste 8, Hialeah Gardens, FL 33018El Cubanito BBQ in Hialeah Gardens has averaged 12 violations per inspection across 23 inspections since 2022, more than double Florida's statewide average of 5.2. The facility has recorded no emergency closures. Employee health policy violations appeared in at least 7 inspections, and employee health reporting violations were cited in at least 6 inspections, establishing a persistent pattern of failures in staff health management. High-priority violations for approved food sources, shell stock requirements, time as control, and handwashing were also recurring findings across multiple years. The facility received warning dispositions in at least 2 inspections and callback compliance orders in at least 2 others, indicating formal escalation beyond routine findings. The most recent inspection on December 1, 2025 documented 27 violations including 5 high-priority findings and was completed with no further action.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
El Cubanito BBQ in Hialeah Gardens: Comparison to Miami-Dade County Averages
El Cubanito BBQ in Hialeah Gardens: Full Inspection History — DBPR (24)
— 1 inspection10 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 1 inspection9 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 4 inspections28 violations · 18 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 11 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Complaint Full· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Complaint Full· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 2 inspections16 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections18 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections9 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— 3 inspections31 violations · 18 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Food-Licensing Inspection· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 16 violations (10 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections20 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections6 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— 3 inspections36 violations · 25 high priority
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (9 high priority)· Insp. Completed - Warning Given, Pending
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— Routine - Food· 13 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections11 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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El Cubanito BBQ in Hialeah Gardens: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was El Cubanito BBQ in Hialeah Gardens last inspected?
- El Cubanito BBQ in Hialeah Gardens was last inspected by Florida DBPR on April 13, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- What are the most common violations at El Cubanito BBQ in Hialeah Gardens?
- The most frequently cited violations at El Cubanito BBQ in Hialeah Gardens are: Proper hand/arm washing, Food contact surfaces, Consumer advisory.
- How many health inspections has El Cubanito BBQ in Hialeah Gardens had?
- El Cubanito BBQ in Hialeah Gardens has had 24 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 12 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of El Cubanito BBQ in Hialeah Gardens find?
- El Cubanito BBQ in Hialeah Gardens was most recently inspected on April 13, 2026 with 11 violation(s), including 4 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has El Cubanito BBQ in Hialeah Gardens ever been shut down?
- No, El Cubanito BBQ in Hialeah Gardens 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 V06 (Handwashing facilities) mean?
- Violation 06 (Handwashing facilities) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/06.
- 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.
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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).
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.
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