Cuba Lives Restaurant in Hialeah
Last inspected:
4590 W 12 Ave, Hialeah, FL 33012Cuba Lives Restaurant in Hialeah has been cited for 241 violations across 24 inspections, averaging 10.0 violations per inspection — nearly double the Florida statewide average of 5.2. High-priority violations have been a recurring pattern, including repeated citations for improper cooking temperatures, food contact surface contamination, management awareness failures, and chemical storage violations across multiple inspections. The facility has not been emergency-closed. On December 9, 2025, an inspector issued a Warning after documenting 33 violations, including five high-priority findings: management awareness, improper cooking temperatures, time as a control measure, improper chemical storage, and allergen awareness. A routine follow-up inspection on December 10, 2025 found six violations related to food contact surfaces and cooking temperatures; the facility complied with the previous warning and the inspection was closed with no further action required.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records. This facility has an active inspection record with the Florida DBPR.
Cuba Lives Restaurant in Hialeah: Comparison to Miami-Dade County Averages
Cuba Lives Restaurant in Hialeah: Full Inspection History — DBPR (27)
— 3 inspections31 violations · 22 high priority
— Complaint Full· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Complaint Full· 15 violations (12 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 11 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections22 violations · 15 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 9 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections24 violations · 17 high priority
— Routine - Food· 14 violations (11 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections14 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Food-Licensing Inspection· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections13 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 10 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 6 inspections36 violations · 26 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (10 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 1 inspection7 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 5 inspections33 violations · 21 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 11 violations (8 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· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 1 inspection7 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 1 inspection6 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 1 inspection11 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Cuba Lives Restaurant in Hialeah: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Cuba Lives Restaurant in Hialeah last inspected?
- Cuba Lives Restaurant in Hialeah was last inspected by Florida DBPR on July 15, 2026. The result was: Call Back - Complied.
- What are the most common violations at Cuba Lives Restaurant in Hialeah?
- The most frequently cited violations at Cuba Lives Restaurant in Hialeah are: Food contact surfaces, Consumer advisory, Chemical properly stored.
- How many health inspections has Cuba Lives Restaurant in Hialeah had?
- Cuba Lives Restaurant in Hialeah has had 27 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 11 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Cuba Lives Restaurant in Hialeah find?
- Cuba Lives Restaurant in Hialeah was most recently inspected on July 15, 2026 with 7 violation(s). Disposition: Call Back - Complied.
- Has Cuba Lives Restaurant in Hialeah ever been shut down?
- No, Cuba Lives Restaurant in Hialeah has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- 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.
- What does Florida violation V22 (Consumer advisory) mean?
- Violation 22 (Consumer advisory) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/22.
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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.
Editor: All content reviewed and verified by Christopher F. Nesbitt, Sr., Nationally Registered EMT & BU-trained Paralegal.
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