Old Cuban CafÉ in Orlando
Last inspected:
12014 E Colonial Dr Ste 180, Orlando, FL 32826Old Cuban Café in Orlando has accumulated 584 violations across 40 inspections since 2017, averaging 14.6 per visit. The facility has faced 4 disciplinary actions totaling $950 in fines. Fire safety records document 17 violations, including propane tanks larger than code limits stored inside the building in both 2018 and 2025, and a locked exit door in the prep kitchen. The most frequently cited violations involve food contact surfaces, ventilation, and proper cooking temperatures.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Old Cuban CafÉ in Orlando: Comparison to Orange County Averages
This Facility
14.6
violations / inspection
14.6 violations per inspection
Orange County Avg
5.9
violations / inspection
5.9 county average
This Facility
0
emergency closures
0 closures
Orange County Avg
0.12
closures / facility
0.12 county average
Old Cuban CafÉ in Orlando: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (4)
Total fines on record: $950.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4--2024018679 | $300.00 | Mar 1, 2024 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 4--2022049376 | $200.00 | Jul 15, 2022 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 4--2019024777 | $250.00 | Apr 4, 2019 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 4--2017055206 | $200.00 | Aug 24, 2017 | Tampa |
Old Cuban CafÉ in Orlando: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (9)
— 2 fire violations
— Routine - Food · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Inspector Observation: Propane tank (larger than 2.7 lb. water capacity/1 lb. gas capacity) located inside of the building. For reporting purposes only.
2 25 lbs tanks **Corrected On-Site**
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 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Inspector Observation: Exit door locked. For reporting purposes only.
Exit door in prep kitchen locked. **Corrected On-Site**
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.
— 1 fire violation
— Routine - Food · 48-04-4 · Warning Issued
Inspector Observation: Propane tank (larger than 2.7 lb. water capacity/1 lb. gas capacity) located inside of the building. For reporting purposes only. On the bakery side
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.
— 6 fire violations
— Routine - Food · 47-02-4 · Call Back - Extension given, pending
Inspector Observation: - From inspection on 2017-08-23: Observed scorch marks around electrical outlet. For reporting purposes only. Cafe side at the cooler **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection on 2017-08-24: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection on 2017-08-25: **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 · 47-02-4 · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
Inspector Observation: - From inspection on 2017-08-23: Observed scorch marks around electrical outlet. For reporting purposes only. Cafe side at the cooler **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection on 2017-08-24: **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 · 47-02-4 · Administrative complaint recommended
Inspector Observation: Observed scorch marks around electrical outlet. For reporting purposes only. Cafe side at the cooler **Repeat Violation**
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 · 47-02-4 · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
Inspector Observation: - From inspection on 2017-06-21: Observed scorch marks around electrical outlet. For reporting purposes only. Main kitchen - From follow-up inspection on 2017-06-22: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection on 2017-07-21: Outlet located on cooler wall of the bakery **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 · 47-01-4 · Call Back - Extension given, pending
Inspector Observation: - From inspection on 2017-06-21: Outlet is broken west wall of added kitchen - From follow-up inspection on 2017-06-22: **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 · 45-01-4 · Warning Issued
Inspector Observation: Hood ansul system damaged during installation of oven in the newer part of the restaurant. System has wounds disconnected and broken.
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.
Old Cuban CafÉ in Orlando: Full Inspection History — DBPR (40)
— 2 inspections6 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
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— 3 inspections39 violations · 26 high priority
— Routine - Food· 16 violations (10 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Complaint Full· 14 violations (11 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 4 inspections24 violations · 16 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Complaint Full· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 13 violations (9 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— 3 inspections24 violations · 15 high priority
— Complaint Partial· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 5 inspections26 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 3 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 1 inspection7 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections21 violations · 15 high priority
— Complaint Full· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections32 violations · 21 high priority
— Routine - Food· 15 violations (10 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 12 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 2 inspections27 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 20 violations (11 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 14 inspections189 violations · 91 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 16 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Routine - Food· 14 violations (6 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Routine - Food· 18 violations (8 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 20 violations (10 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 10 violations (5 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 13 violations (6 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Routine - Food· 27 violations (13 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Food-Licensing Inspection· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Food-Licensing Inspection· 9 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Food-Licensing Inspection· 20 violations (10 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 17 violations (10 high priority)· Warning Issued
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Old Cuban CafÉ in Orlando: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Old Cuban CafÉ in Orlando last inspected?
- Old Cuban CafÉ in Orlando was last inspected by Florida DBPR on January 22, 2026. The result was: Call Back - Complied.
- What are the most common violations at Old Cuban CafÉ in Orlando?
- The most frequently cited violations at Old Cuban CafÉ in Orlando are: Food contact surfaces, Proper ventilation, Proper cooking temps.
- How many health inspections has Old Cuban CafÉ in Orlando had?
- Old Cuban CafÉ in Orlando has had 40 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 14.6 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Old Cuban CafÉ in Orlando find?
- Old Cuban CafÉ in Orlando was most recently inspected on January 22, 2026 with 0 violation(s). Disposition: Call Back - Complied.
- Has Old Cuban CafÉ in Orlando ever been shut down?
- No, Old Cuban CafÉ in Orlando has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- Has Old Cuban CafÉ in Orlando had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, Old Cuban CafÉ in Orlando has 9 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has Old Cuban CafÉ in Orlando faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Old Cuban CafÉ in Orlando has 4 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $950.00 in fines.
- How much has Old Cuban CafÉ in Orlando been fined?
- Old Cuban CafÉ in Orlando has been fined a total of $950.00 across 4 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
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Editorial Standards & Data Oversight
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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