When was Havana Sugar in Homestead last inspected?

Havana Sugar in Homestead was last inspected by Florida DBPR on October 28, 2025. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.

What are the most common violations at Havana Sugar in Homestead?

The most frequently cited violations at Havana Sugar in Homestead are: Food in good condition, Handwashing procedures, Proper sanitizing.

How many health inspections has Havana Sugar in Homestead had?

Havana Sugar in Homestead has had 4 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 9.8 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.

What did the most recent inspection of Havana Sugar in Homestead find?

Havana Sugar in Homestead was most recently inspected on October 28, 2025 with 14 violation(s), including 2 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.

Has Havana Sugar in Homestead ever been shut down?

No, Havana Sugar in Homestead 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 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 V11 (Food in good condition) mean?

Violation 11 (Food in good condition) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/11.

Havana Sugar in Homestead

Last inspected: October 28, 2025

1320 N Homestead Blvd, Homestead, FL 33030

Miami-Dade County · Permanent Food Service
Owner: Havana Spice 2 INC
DBPR License: SEA2337937

Overview

Havana Sugar in Homestead has been inspected four times since January 2024, accumulating 39 violations—averaging 9.8 per inspection, nearly double the statewide average of 5.2. High-priority violations have been cited in three of four inspections, including repeated findings for handwashing procedures, management awareness, approved food sources, and proper cooking temperatures. The most recent routine inspection on October 28, 2025 documented 30 violations including high-priority issues with management awareness, food contact surfaces, chemical storage, allergen awareness, and employee health reporting, though the inspection was completed with no further action. A prior inspection on October 7, 2024 resulted in an administrative complaint recommendation, and another on July 26, 2024 prompted a warning. The facility has not been emergency-closed but demonstrates a pattern of recurring food safety management deficiencies across multiple inspections.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.

4Inspections

39Violations

0Closures

Last inspected DBPR: October 28, 2025

Havana Sugar in Homestead: Comparison to Miami-Dade County Averages

This Facility 9.8 violations / inspection 9.8 violations per inspection

Miami-Dade County Avg 6.7 violations / inspection 6.7 county average

This Facility 0 emergency closures 0 closures

Miami-Dade County Avg 0.13 closures / facility 0.13 county average

Havana Sugar in Homestead: Full Inspection History — DBPR (4)

2025 — 1 inspection10 violations · 6 high priority

Oct 28, 2025 — Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

2024 — 3 inspections21 violations · 12 high priority

Oct 7, 2024 — Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended

High Priority Violations

V05 Handwashing procedures

V10 Approved food source

V11 Food in good condition

V16 Proper cooking temps

Intermediate Violations

V32 Proper sanitizing

V38 Waste properly disposed

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Jul 26, 2024 — Routine - Food· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness

V02 Employee health policy

V05 Handwashing procedures

V10 Approved food source

V11 Food in good condition

V16 Proper cooking temps

V21 Time as control

Intermediate Violations

V32 Proper sanitizing

V33 Proper cooling equipment

V38 Waste properly disposed

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Jan 18, 2024 — Food-Licensing Inspection· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V05 Handwashing procedures

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V32 Proper sanitizing

Havana Sugar in Homestead: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Havana Sugar in Homestead last inspected?: Havana Sugar in Homestead was last inspected by Florida DBPR on October 28, 2025. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
What are the most common violations at Havana Sugar in Homestead?: The most frequently cited violations at Havana Sugar in Homestead are: Food in good condition, Handwashing procedures, Proper sanitizing.
How many health inspections has Havana Sugar in Homestead had?: Havana Sugar in Homestead has had 4 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 9.8 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
What did the most recent inspection of Havana Sugar in Homestead find?: Havana Sugar in Homestead was most recently inspected on October 28, 2025 with 14 violation(s), including 2 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
Has Havana Sugar in Homestead ever been shut down?: No, Havana Sugar in Homestead 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 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 V11 (Food in good condition) mean?: Violation 11 (Food in good condition) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/11.