La Habanera Cafeteria in Miami

Last inspected:

4700 Nw 7 St, Miami, FL 33126
Overview

La Habanera Cafeteria, a 25-seat food service establishment in Miami, has accumulated 191 violations across 25 inspections dating back to at least 2022, averaging 7.6 violations per inspection—nearly 50% above the statewide average of 5.2. Recurring high-priority violations include handwashing procedures and practices cited in at least 6 inspections, employee health policy violations in at least 3 inspections, and improper chemical storage in at least 3 inspections. The facility has not been emergency-closed. The most recent routine inspection on November 20, 2025 resulted in 9 violations and was completed with no further action required, though an October 7, 2024 routine inspection prompted an administrative complaint recommendation after 6 violations were documented, including handwashing procedures, food in good condition, and proper cooking temperatures.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.

25Inspections
191Violations
0Closures
1Fire

Last inspected DBPR:

La Habanera Cafeteria in Miami: Comparison to Miami-Dade County Averages

This Facility 7.6 violations / inspection 7.6 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

La Habanera Cafeteria in Miami: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (1)

— 1 fire violation

— Food-Licensing Inspection · 45-02-4 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Inspector Observation: Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only. Next to office area inside kitchen.

La Habanera Cafeteria in Miami: Full Inspection History — DBPR (25)

— 3 inspections11 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— 2 inspections21 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 15 violations (10 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections10 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Complaint Full· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections11 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— 4 inspections15 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending

High Priority Violations

Basic Violations

— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

— Routine - Food· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 3 inspections25 violations · 18 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 14 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections7 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections13 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 1 inspection5 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 4 inspections30 violations · 17 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 3 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (9 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

La Habanera Cafeteria in Miami: Frequently Asked Questions

When was La Habanera Cafeteria in Miami last inspected?
La Habanera Cafeteria in Miami was last inspected by Florida DBPR on November 20, 2025. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
What are the most common violations at La Habanera Cafeteria in Miami?
The most frequently cited violations at La Habanera Cafeteria in Miami are: Proper ventilation, Proper hand/arm washing, Consumer advisory.
How many health inspections has La Habanera Cafeteria in Miami had?
La Habanera Cafeteria in Miami has had 25 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 7.6 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
What did the most recent inspection of La Habanera Cafeteria in Miami find?
La Habanera Cafeteria in Miami was most recently inspected on November 20, 2025 with 3 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
Has La Habanera Cafeteria in Miami ever been shut down?
No, La Habanera Cafeteria in Miami has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
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.
What does Florida violation V31 (Clean multi-use utensils) mean?
Violation 31 (Clean multi-use utensils) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/31.
What does Florida violation V36 (Proper ventilation) mean?
Violation 36 (Proper ventilation) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/36.
Has La Habanera Cafeteria in Miami had any fire safety violations?
Yes, La Habanera Cafeteria in Miami has 1 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
Has La Habanera Cafeteria in Miami operated under other names?
Yes, this location previously operated as: El Sabor Tropical (2015).

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