El Santo Cosanostra Ciao Havana El Cuban Diner in Miami
Last inspected:
1620 Sw 8 St, Miami, FL 33135El Santo Cosanostra Ciao Havana El Cuban Diner in Miami has accumulated 304 violations across 39 inspections since 2016, averaging 7.8 per visit. The facility was shut down once for roach activity. State records show two fire safety violations, including flammables stored in the boiler room. The restaurant has faced five disciplinary actions totaling $3,600 in fines, with the largest penalty reaching $1,600. Recent inspections from 2024 through January 2026 show persistent compliance issues with repeated warnings and administrative complaint recommendations.
Most recent closure: March 24, 2015 for roach activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
El Santo Cosanostra Ciao Havana El Cuban Diner in Miami: Comparison to Miami-Dade County Averages
This Facility
7.7
violations / inspection
7.7 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
El Santo Cosanostra Ciao Havana El Cuban Diner in Miami: Emergency Closure History (1)
| Date | Reason | Reopened |
|---|---|---|
| Roach activity | 11:34:00 |
El Santo Cosanostra Ciao Havana El Cuban Diner in Miami: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (4)
Total fines on record: $3,100.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1--2018010097 | $1,600.00 | Feb 12, 2018 | Fort Lauderdale | |
| 1--2017041282 | $500.00 | Aug 9, 2017 | Fort Lauderdale | |
| 1--2016010032 | $600.00 | Jan 21, 2016 | Tampa | |
| 1--2015014743 | $400.00 | Mar 24, 2015 | Miami (Doral) |
El Santo Cosanostra Ciao Havana El Cuban Diner in Miami: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (2)
— 2 fire violations
— Routine - Food · 49-03-4 · Emergency Order Callback Complied
Inspector Observation: Flammables stored/debris present in boiler room. For reporting purposes only.
Legal Basis: Reporting: (6) Attics, basements, boiler rooms, meter rooms, laundry rooms, and storage rooms shall be kept clean and free of debris and flammables. For reporting purposes only.
— Routine - Food · 49-03-4 · Emergency order recommended
Inspector Observation: Flammables stored/debris present in boiler room. For reporting purposes only.
Legal Basis: Reporting: (6) Attics, basements, boiler rooms, meter rooms, laundry rooms, and storage rooms shall be kept clean and free of debris and flammables. For reporting purposes only.
El Santo Cosanostra Ciao Havana El Cuban Diner in Miami: Full Inspection History — DBPR (40)
— 2 inspections7 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 4 inspections12 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections15 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Insp. Completed - Warning Given, Pending
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections7 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 4 inspections23 violations · 18 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (10 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
— 3 inspections21 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 6 inspections20 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections15 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 5 inspections36 violations · 19 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Admin. Complaint Callback Not Complied
— Routine - Food· 18 violations (11 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 5 inspections49 violations · 27 high priority
— Complaint Full· 6 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 13 violations (6 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 16 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections15 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
El Santo Cosanostra Ciao Havana El Cuban Diner in Miami: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was El Santo Cosanostra Ciao Havana El Cuban Diner in Miami last inspected?
- El Santo Cosanostra Ciao Havana El Cuban Diner in Miami was last inspected by Florida DBPR on March 30, 2026. The result was: Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended.
- When was El Santo Cosanostra Ciao Havana El Cuban Diner in Miami last shut down?
- El Santo Cosanostra Ciao Havana El Cuban Diner in Miami was last shut down on March 24, 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 El Santo Cosanostra Ciao Havana El Cuban Diner in Miami?
- The most frequently cited violations at El Santo Cosanostra Ciao Havana El Cuban Diner in Miami are: Premises clean, Clean multi-use utensils, Consumer advisory.
- How many health inspections has El Santo Cosanostra Ciao Havana El Cuban Diner in Miami had?
- El Santo Cosanostra Ciao Havana El Cuban Diner in Miami has had 40 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 7.7 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of El Santo Cosanostra Ciao Havana El Cuban Diner in Miami find?
- El Santo Cosanostra Ciao Havana El Cuban Diner in Miami was most recently inspected on March 30, 2026 with 2 violation(s). Disposition: Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended.
- Has El Santo Cosanostra Ciao Havana El Cuban Diner in Miami ever been shut down?
- Yes, El Santo Cosanostra Ciao Havana El Cuban Diner in Miami has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- 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 V51 (Premises clean) mean?
- Violation 51 (Premises clean) is classified as a basic priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/51.
- Has El Santo Cosanostra Ciao Havana El Cuban Diner in Miami had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, El Santo Cosanostra Ciao Havana El Cuban Diner in Miami has 2 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has El Santo Cosanostra Ciao Havana El Cuban Diner in Miami faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, El Santo Cosanostra Ciao Havana El Cuban Diner in Miami has 4 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $3,100.00 in fines.
- How much has El Santo Cosanostra Ciao Havana El Cuban Diner in Miami been fined?
- El Santo Cosanostra Ciao Havana El Cuban Diner in Miami has been fined a total of $3,100.00 across 4 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
- Has El Santo Cosanostra Ciao Havana El Cuban Diner in Miami operated under other names?
- Yes, this location previously operated as: Casa Panza Cafe (2015-2015).
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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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