La Esquinita Havanera in Sweetwater
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200 Sw 107 Ave, Sweetwater, FL 331741420La Esquinita Havanera in Sweetwater has accumulated 333 violations across 30 inspections since January 2022, averaging 11.1 violations per inspection—more than double Florida's statewide average of 5.2. High-priority violations have been cited in all eight most recent inspections, with management awareness, proper cooking temperatures, employee health reporting, consumer advisory, and food contact surface sanitation appearing repeatedly across multiple inspections. The facility received one disciplinary action totaling $800 in fines. Two inspections in March 2024 resulted in escalated dispositions: a warning was issued on March 18 after 8 high-priority violations were documented, and an administrative complaint was recommended on March 19 after employee health reporting and food contact surface violations were found. The most recent inspection on January 16, 2026 documented 4 high-priority violations including management awareness, proper cooking temperatures, food contact surfaces, and consumer advisory—conditions completed with no further action required.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
La Esquinita Havanera in Sweetwater: Comparison to Miami-Dade County Averages
La Esquinita Havanera in Sweetwater: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $800.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1--2024041583 | $800.00 | Mar 19, 2024 | Fort Lauderdale |
La Esquinita Havanera in Sweetwater: Full Inspection History — DBPR (30)
— 1 inspection10 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (9 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections20 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Complaint Full· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 4 inspections42 violations · 27 high priority
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 16 violations (11 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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— 2 inspections25 violations · 17 high priority
— Routine - Food· 15 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 10 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections18 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 3 inspections17 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 7 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections14 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections30 violations · 24 high priority
— Complaint Full· 11 violations (10 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 4 inspections25 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 5 inspections31 violations · 21 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
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La Esquinita Havanera in Sweetwater: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was La Esquinita Havanera in Sweetwater last inspected?
- La Esquinita Havanera in Sweetwater was last inspected by Florida DBPR on January 16, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- What are the most common violations at La Esquinita Havanera in Sweetwater?
- The most frequently cited violations at La Esquinita Havanera in Sweetwater are: Food contact surfaces, Proper ventilation, Proper hand/arm washing.
- How many health inspections has La Esquinita Havanera in Sweetwater had?
- La Esquinita Havanera in Sweetwater has had 30 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 11.1 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of La Esquinita Havanera in Sweetwater find?
- La Esquinita Havanera in Sweetwater was most recently inspected on January 16, 2026 with 13 violation(s), including 4 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has La Esquinita Havanera in Sweetwater ever been shut down?
- No, La Esquinita Havanera in Sweetwater has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- What does Florida violation V01 (Management awareness) mean?
- Violation 01 (Management awareness) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/01.
- 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 V06 (Handwashing facilities) mean?
- Violation 06 (Handwashing facilities) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/06.
- Has La Esquinita Havanera in Sweetwater faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, La Esquinita Havanera in Sweetwater has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $800.00 in fines.
- How much has La Esquinita Havanera in Sweetwater been fined?
- La Esquinita Havanera in Sweetwater has been fined a total of $800.00 across 1 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).
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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