Mirna's Cuban Cuisine in Sarasota

Last inspected:

2901 N Tamiami Trl, Sarasota, FL 34234
Overview

Mirna's Cuban Cuisine in Sarasota has been cited for 108 violations across 13 inspections since 2021, averaging 8.3 violations per inspection—significantly above Florida's statewide average of 5.2. High-priority violations have appeared consistently throughout the inspection history, with handwashing and food contact surface violations documented in multiple inspections, and chemical storage violations cited in at least four separate inspections. The facility also has a history of fire safety violations related to cooking equipment hood suppression systems, first documented in June 2015. The most recent inspection on October 21, 2025 identified 12 violations including high-priority handwashing and food contact surface issues, and was completed with no further action required.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.

13Inspections
108Violations
0Closures
2Fire

Last inspected DBPR:

Mirna's Cuban Cuisine in Sarasota: Comparison to Sarasota County Averages

This Facility 8.3 violations / inspection 8.3 violations per inspection
Sarasota County Avg 4.76 violations / inspection 4.76 county average
This Facility 0 emergency closures 0 closures
Sarasota County Avg 0.11 closures / facility 0.11 county average

Mirna's Cuban Cuisine in Sarasota: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (2)

— 2 fire violations

— Routine - Food · 45-04-4 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Inspector Observation: Use of cooking equipment producing grease laden vapors/smoke with no hood suppression system installed. Notified Fire AHJ. For reporting purposes only. Fryer moved to prep table, still not beneath hood suppression system. **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 · 45-04-4 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Inspector Observation: Use of cooking equipment producing grease laden vapors/smoke with no hood suppression system installed. Notified Fire AHJ. For reporting purposes only. Open Fryer set up on top of garbage can in kitchen with no hood above. Grease buildup on ceiling.
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.

Mirna's Cuban Cuisine in Sarasota: Full Inspection History — DBPR (13)

— 3 inspections16 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V08 Proper hand/arm washing
V14 Food contact surfaces

Intermediate Violations

V40 Wiping cloths usage
V42 Equipment condition
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness
V03 Employee health reporting
V06 Handwashing facilities
V08 Proper hand/arm washing
V11 Food in good condition
V12 Shell stock requirements
V14 Food contact surfaces
V21 Time as control

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal
V32 Proper sanitizing
V40 Wiping cloths usage
V41 Toilet facilities
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— 2 inspections11 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V08 Proper hand/arm washing
V12 Shell stock requirements

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils
V33 Proper cooling equipment
V36 Proper ventilation
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy
V23 Chemical properly stored
V25 Allergen awareness

Intermediate Violations

V33 Proper cooling equipment
V35 Single-use items
V36 Proper ventilation
— 3 inspections22 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V06 Handwashing facilities
V08 Proper hand/arm washing
V16 Proper cooking temps
V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal
V31 Clean multi-use utensils
V35 Single-use items
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V08 Proper hand/arm washing
V23 Chemical properly stored
V25 Allergen awareness

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal
V31 Clean multi-use utensils
V35 Single-use items
V40 Wiping cloths usage
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting
V08 Proper hand/arm washing
V23 Chemical properly stored
V25 Allergen awareness

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils
V33 Proper cooling equipment
V35 Single-use items
V40 Wiping cloths usage
— 1 inspection10 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy
V08 Proper hand/arm washing
V16 Proper cooking temps
V22 Consumer advisory
V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils
V33 Proper cooling equipment
V36 Proper ventilation
V41 Toilet facilities

Basic Violations

V50 Adequate lighting
— 1 inspection1 violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Intermediate Violations

V33 Proper cooling equipment
— 1 inspection11 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness
V08 Proper hand/arm washing
V12 Shell stock requirements
V14 Food contact surfaces
V16 Proper cooking temps
V22 Consumer advisory
V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V35 Single-use items
V36 Proper ventilation
V41 Toilet facilities

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected
— 2 inspections5 violations · 3 high priority
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Complaint Full· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting
V05 Handwashing procedures
V22 Consumer advisory

Intermediate Violations

V33 Proper cooling equipment

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Mirna's Cuban Cuisine in Sarasota: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Mirna's Cuban Cuisine in Sarasota last inspected?
Mirna's Cuban Cuisine in Sarasota was last inspected by Florida DBPR on October 21, 2025. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
What are the most common violations at Mirna's Cuban Cuisine in Sarasota?
The most frequently cited violations at Mirna's Cuban Cuisine in Sarasota are: Proper hand/arm washing, Proper cooling equipment, Chemical properly stored.
How many health inspections has Mirna's Cuban Cuisine in Sarasota had?
Mirna's Cuban Cuisine in Sarasota has had 13 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 8.3 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
What did the most recent inspection of Mirna's Cuban Cuisine in Sarasota find?
Mirna's Cuban Cuisine in Sarasota was most recently inspected on October 21, 2025 with 6 violation(s), including 1 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
Has Mirna's Cuban Cuisine in Sarasota ever been shut down?
No, Mirna's Cuban Cuisine in Sarasota has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
What does Florida violation V08 (Proper hand/arm washing) mean?
Violation 08 (Proper hand/arm washing) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/08.
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 V40 (Wiping cloths usage) mean?
Violation 40 (Wiping cloths usage) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/40.
Has Mirna's Cuban Cuisine in Sarasota had any fire safety violations?
Yes, Mirna's Cuban Cuisine in Sarasota has 2 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
Has Mirna's Cuban Cuisine in Sarasota operated under other names?
Yes, this location previously operated as: Leanhs Vietnamese Restaurant (2015-2015).

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