Havana Cafe in North Miami Beach
Last inspected:
1430 Ne 163 St, North Miami Beach, FL 33162Havana Cafe in North Miami Beach has accumulated 160 violations across 27 inspections since 2016, averaging 5.9 per visit. The facility was shut down twice for roach activity, most recently triggering an emergency order in February 2024 after inspectors found 14 violations including four high-priority items. Fire safety violations include improper hood suppression system installation without plan review approval, a deficiency documented across multiple follow-up inspections in 2016. The restaurant has faced 3 disciplinary actions totaling $1,120 in fines.
Most recent closure: February 6, 2024 for roach activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records. This facility has an active inspection record with the Florida DBPR.
Havana Cafe in North Miami Beach: Comparison to Miami-Dade County Averages
This Facility
5.8
violations / inspection
5.8 violations per inspection
Miami-Dade County Avg
6.71
violations / inspection
6.71 county average
This Facility
2
emergency closures
2 closures
Miami-Dade County Avg
0.14
closures / facility
0.14 county average
Havana Cafe in North Miami Beach: Emergency Closure History (2)
Havana Cafe in North Miami Beach: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (3)
Total fines on record: $1,120.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1--2024007472 | $400.00 | Feb 6, 2024 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 1--2019006980 | $320.00 | Jan 15, 2019 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 1--2017004918 | $400.00 | Jan 31, 2017 | Miami (Doral) |
Havana Cafe in North Miami Beach: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (3)
— 3 fire violations
— Routine - Food · 45-04-4 · Call Back - Complied
Inspector Observation: - From inspection on 2016-02-16: Use of cooking equipment producing grease laden vapors/smoke with hood suppression system installed without plan review approval and Fire Marshal. Notified Fire AHJ. For reporting purposes only.working on it - From follow-up inspection on 2016-04-25: **Time Extended** working on it waiting for city approval - From follow-up inspection on 2016-05-26:
Legal Basis: Reporting: (d) The division, or its agent, shall notify the local firesafety authority or the State Fire Marshal of any readily observable violation of a rule adopted under chapter 633 which relates to public lodging establishments or public food establishments, and the identification of such violation does not require any firesafety inspection certification. For reporting purposes only.
— Routine - Food · 45-04-4 · Call Back - Extension given, pending
Inspector Observation: - From inspection on 2016-02-16: Use of cooking equipment producing grease laden vapors/smoke with hood suppression system installed without plan review approval and Fire Marshal. Notified Fire AHJ. For reporting purposes only.working on it - From follow-up inspection on 2016-04-25: **Time Extended**
Legal Basis: Reporting: (d) The division, or its agent, shall notify the local firesafety authority or the State Fire Marshal of any readily observable violation of a rule adopted under chapter 633 which relates to public lodging establishments or public food establishments, and the identification of such violation does not require any firesafety inspection certification. For reporting purposes only.
— Routine - Food · 45-04-4 · Warning Issued
Inspector Observation: Use of cooking equipment producing grease laden vapors/smoke with hood suppression system installed without plan review approval and Fire Marshal. Notified Fire AHJ. For reporting purposes only.
Legal Basis: Reporting: (d) The division, or its agent, shall notify the local firesafety authority or the State Fire Marshal of any readily observable violation of a rule adopted under chapter 633 which relates to public lodging establishments or public food establishments, and the identification of such violation does not require any firesafety inspection certification. For reporting purposes only.
Havana Cafe in North Miami Beach: Full Inspection History — DBPR (29)
— 2 inspections7 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 1 inspection2 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 6 inspections24 violations · 10 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (5 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections11 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections13 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections3 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— 4 inspections10 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
— 2 inspections18 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 5 inspections33 violations · 20 high priority
— Routine - Food· 17 violations (10 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Complied
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections15 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
Havana Cafe in North Miami Beach: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Havana Cafe in North Miami Beach last inspected?
- Havana Cafe in North Miami Beach was last inspected by Florida DBPR on August 28, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- When was Havana Cafe in North Miami Beach last shut down?
- Havana Cafe in North Miami Beach was last shut down on February 6, 2024 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 Havana Cafe in North Miami Beach?
- The most frequently cited violations at Havana Cafe in North Miami Beach are: Food contact surfaces, Proper ventilation, Consumer advisory.
- How many health inspections has Havana Cafe in North Miami Beach had?
- Havana Cafe in North Miami Beach has had 29 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 5.8 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Havana Cafe in North Miami Beach find?
- Havana Cafe in North Miami Beach was most recently inspected on August 28, 2026 with 2 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Havana Cafe in North Miami Beach ever been shut down?
- Yes, Havana Cafe in North Miami Beach has been emergency-closed 2 times 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 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.
- Has Havana Cafe in North Miami Beach had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, Havana Cafe in North Miami Beach has 3 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has Havana Cafe in North Miami Beach faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Havana Cafe in North Miami Beach has 3 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $1,120.00 in fines.
- How much has Havana Cafe in North Miami Beach been fined?
- Havana Cafe in North Miami Beach has been fined a total of $1,120.00 across 3 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
- Has Havana Cafe in North Miami Beach operated under other names?
- Yes, this location previously operated as: Grab & Go (2016-2016).
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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).
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Disclaimer: All data reflects official state records at time of publication. Facilities may have since corrected cited violations, resolved enforcement actions, or changed ownership.
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