Cafe Taberna INC in Hialeah
Last inspected:
7939 W 28 Ave, Hialeah, FL 33016Cafe Taberna Inc in Hialeah has been inspected 25 times on record, accumulating 324 violations — averaging 12.9 violations per inspection, more than double the statewide average of 5.2. The facility was emergency-closed on January 22, 2015 for roach activity. Employee health reporting violations, chemical storage violations, and food contact surface violations have been cited repeatedly across multiple inspections, appearing in nearly every recent inspection cycle. The facility received one disciplinary action totaling $400 in fines. Recent enforcement has escalated: an October 3, 2025 inspection documented 30 violations and resulted in an administrative complaint recommendation, while the follow-up inspection on October 17, 2025 found 18 violations and resulted in a call back — complied disposition.
Most recent closure: January 22, 2015 for roach activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Cafe Taberna INC in Hialeah: Comparison to Miami-Dade County Averages
This Facility
13.2
violations / inspection
13.2 violations per inspection
Miami-Dade County Avg
6.7
violations / inspection
6.7 county average
This Facility
1
emergency closures
1 closures
Miami-Dade County Avg
0.13
closures / facility
0.13 county average
Cafe Taberna INC in Hialeah: Emergency Closure History (1)
| Date | Reason | Reopened |
|---|---|---|
| Roach activity | 10:28:00 |
Cafe Taberna INC in Hialeah: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $400.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1--2015003554 | $400.00 | Jan 22, 2015 | Miami (Doral) |
Cafe Taberna INC in Hialeah: Full Inspection History — DBPR (26)
— 1 inspection15 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 15 violations (9 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 4 inspections29 violations · 19 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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— 3 inspections27 violations · 15 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 14 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections18 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
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Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections18 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections18 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections22 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— 2 inspections14 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections30 violations · 19 high priority
— Routine - Food· 16 violations (10 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 14 violations (9 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— 4 inspections30 violations · 17 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 10 violations (5 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Routine - Food· 14 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
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Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— 1 inspection10 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
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Cafe Taberna INC in Hialeah: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Cafe Taberna INC in Hialeah last inspected?
- Cafe Taberna INC in Hialeah was last inspected by Florida DBPR on April 16, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- When was Cafe Taberna INC in Hialeah last shut down?
- Cafe Taberna INC in Hialeah was last shut down on January 22, 2015 for roach 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 Cafe Taberna INC in Hialeah?
- The most frequently cited violations at Cafe Taberna INC in Hialeah are: Proper ventilation, Food contact surfaces, Chemical properly stored.
- How many health inspections has Cafe Taberna INC in Hialeah had?
- Cafe Taberna INC in Hialeah has had 26 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 13.2 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Cafe Taberna INC in Hialeah find?
- Cafe Taberna INC in Hialeah was most recently inspected on April 16, 2026 with 18 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Cafe Taberna INC in Hialeah ever been shut down?
- Yes, Cafe Taberna INC in Hialeah has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- 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 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 V10 (Approved food source) mean?
- Violation 10 (Approved food source) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/10.
- Has Cafe Taberna INC in Hialeah faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Cafe Taberna INC in Hialeah has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $400.00 in fines.
- How much has Cafe Taberna INC in Hialeah been fined?
- Cafe Taberna INC in Hialeah has been fined a total of $400.00 across 1 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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