Havana in Pembroke Pines
Last inspected:
14571 Sw 5 St, Pembroke Pines, FL 33027Havana 1957 in Pembroke Pines has accumulated 178 violations across 26 inspections since 2017, averaging 6.8 per visit. The restaurant was shut down once for roach activity. Fire safety inspections documented five 16-pound propane tanks stored in the kitchen near the back exit door, along with flammables and debris in the meter room. The facility has faced three disciplinary actions totaling $3,200 in fines.
Most recent closure: January 7, 2016 for roach activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Havana in Pembroke Pines: Comparison to Broward County Averages
This Facility
6.8
violations / inspection
6.8 violations per inspection
Broward County Avg
4.52
violations / inspection
4.52 county average
This Facility
1
emergency closures
1 closures
Broward County Avg
0.23
closures / facility
0.23 county average
Havana in Pembroke Pines: Emergency Closure History (1)
| Date | Reason | Reopened |
|---|---|---|
| Roach activity | 09:07:00 |
Havana in Pembroke Pines: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (3)
Total fines on record: $3,200.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2--2016001952 | $800.00 | Jan 8, 2016 | Fort Lauderdale | |
| 2--2015036298 | $1,200.00 | Jul 21, 2015 | Tampa | |
| 2--2015016138 | $1,200.00 | Feb 25, 2015 | District 14 |
Havana in Pembroke Pines: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (2)
— 1 fire violation
— Routine - Food · 48-04-4 · 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. Observed 5 x 16 lbs propane tanks in kitchen near back exit door. 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.
— 1 fire violation
— Routine - Food · 49-01-4 · Warning Issued
Inspector Observation: Flammables stored/debris present in meter room. For reporting purposes only. Lamp oil observed next to eternal boxes in rear of store. Observed card board soaked in lamp oil near electrical boxes in rear of store.
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.
Havana in Pembroke Pines: Full Inspection History — DBPR (26)
— 1 inspection2 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections7 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections13 violations · 9 high priority
— Complaint Full· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections11 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections22 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
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Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 4 inspections18 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections15 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Basic Violations
— 6 inspections45 violations · 29 high priority
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 8 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 14 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
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Basic Violations
— 1 inspection10 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Havana in Pembroke Pines: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Havana in Pembroke Pines last inspected?
- Havana 1957 in Pembroke Pines was last inspected by Florida DBPR on March 20, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- When was Havana in Pembroke Pines last shut down?
- Havana 1957 in Pembroke Pines was last shut down on January 7, 2016 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 in Pembroke Pines?
- The most frequently cited violations at Havana 1957 in Pembroke Pines are: Employee health reporting, Consumer advisory, Proper ventilation.
- How many health inspections has Havana in Pembroke Pines had?
- Havana 1957 in Pembroke Pines has had 26 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 6.8 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Havana in Pembroke Pines find?
- Havana 1957 in Pembroke Pines was most recently inspected on March 20, 2026 with 2 violation(s), including 1 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Havana in Pembroke Pines ever been shut down?
- Yes, Havana 1957 in Pembroke Pines has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- 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 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 Havana in Pembroke Pines had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, Havana 1957 in Pembroke Pines has 2 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has Havana in Pembroke Pines faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Havana 1957 in Pembroke Pines has 3 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $3,200.00 in fines.
- How much has Havana in Pembroke Pines been fined?
- Havana 1957 in Pembroke Pines has been fined a total of $3,200.00 across 3 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
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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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