1492 Cuban Fusion
Last inspected: Jul 8, 2025
47
Score
Going back to 2016, 1492 Cuban Fusion has 16 inspections in the public record. Inspectors last stopped by on Jul 8, 2025. A high risk rating points to multiple serious findings at the most recent inspection.
Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with counts hovering near four violations per visit.
“Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean” comes up most often, recorded 17 times in the inspection record.
That's lower than the typical Chicago restaurant, which scores around 81. The pattern in the record is worth a careful look.
16
Inspections
1
Critical latest
1
Major latest
10
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jul 8, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 10 minor violations.
View 12 violations
Proper cold holding temperatures
Inspector notes: OBSERVED TIME/TEMPERATURE CONTROL FOR SAFETY FOODS EGGS AT IMPROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURES ON COUNTER IN PREP AREA AT 90.6F. INSTRUCTED TO DISCARD AND DENATURE ALL SAID TCS FOODS AND TO MAINTAIN A COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURE OF 41�F AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY VIOLATION.7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED.
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Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: OBSERVED A WHITE PANEL INSIDE THE ICE MACHINE THAT WAS FILLED WITH A BLACK MOLD-LIKE SUBSTANCE. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO WASH, CLEAN, SANITIZE, AND MAINTAIN. ICE IS USED FOR HUMAN CONSUMPTION. MANAGEMENT IMMEDIATELY BURNED ICE AND CLEANED AND SANITIZED THE ICE MACHINE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. 7-38-005.CITATION ISSUED.
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Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: NOTED FLY TRAP HANGING DIRECTLY ABOVE PREP TABLE IN PREP AREA BEHIND COUNTER. . ACCORDING TO FOOD CODE: Insect control devices shall be installed so that the devices are not located over a FOOD preparation area. MUST RELOCATE EXISTING FLY TRAP DEVICES IN DIRECT VIOLATION OF THIS RULE.
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Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: OBSERVED IN DRY STORAGE SPIDER WEBS INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE WEBS AND MAINTAIN
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Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
Inspector notes: OBSERVED FOOD CONTAINERS STORED ON THE FLOOR IN THE WALK-IN COOLER, PREP AND STORAGE AREAS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROPERLY STORE AND PROTECT FOOD ITEMS FROM CONTAMINATION WHILE STORED BY ELEVATING AT LEAST SIX INCHES FROM THE FLOOR ON RAISED SHELVING UNITS.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED CUTTING BOARDS IN THE REAR PREP AREA WITH OPEN SEAMS AND DARK STAINS. INSTRUCTED TO REFINISH OR REPLACE DAMAGED OR STAINED CUTTING BOARDS AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR OF THE MICROWAVE NOT CLEAN. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE INTERIOR OF THE REACH IN COOLERS IN NEED OF CLEANING. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED GREASE BUILDUP ON COOKING EQUIPMENT, WALLS, SURROUNDING FLOORS AND SHELVING UNITS IN THE KITCHEN/PREP AREAS. INSTRUCTED TO DEGREASE, CLEAN AND SANITIZE.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED MISSING GROUT AND DAMAGED FLOOR TILES IN THE REAR PREP. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR TO CREATE A SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE SURFACE. MUST MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
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Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED A 2 BURNED OUT LIGHT-BULB IN HOOD SYSTEM. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE BULB AND MAINTAIN LIGHTING.
56
All food employees have food handler training
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO PROOF OF TRAINING FOR ALL FOOD HANDLERS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN RECORDS AT ALL TIMES.
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Apr 18, 2024
Routine
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: FOUND NO SOAP AT SINK AT PREPARATION AREAS.PRIORITY FOUNDATION. CITATION ISSUED.7-38-030C.PROVIDED BY THE END OF THE INSPECTION.
10
Food properly labeled; original container
Inspector notes: FOUND BULK FOOD NOT LABELED.(FLOUR,SUGAR,ETC.)MUST PROVIDE.
37
Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: FOUND RACKS INSIDE WALK IN COOLER NOT CLEAN.MUST PROVIDE.
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Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: FOUND NO BACKFLOW PREVENTION DEVICES AT ICE MACHINE WATERLINE.MUST PROVIDE WHERE IT CAN BE LOCATED AND SERVICED.
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78
Jul 14, 2023
Reinspection
No violations found.
100
Jul 5, 2023
Routine
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: OBSERVED 2 LIVE ROACHES ON PREP AREA WALLS. MUST REMOVE ALL ROACH ACTIVITY BY DATE OF REINSPECTION. ADVISED TO CALL PEST CONTROL OPERATOR FOR SERVICE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-020(A).
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Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: OBSERVED 1/4 INCH GAP AT REAR EXIT DOOR SWEEP. MUST RODENT PROOF SAID DOOR.
38
Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED ACCUMULATED FOOD DEBRIS ON INTERIOR OF PREP AREA COOLERS, PREP AREA SHELVES, MEAT SLICER, INTERIOR/AROUND HOT AND COLD WATER HANDLES OF MAIN PREP AREA HANDWASH BOWL. MUST CLEAN EQUIPMENT AND MAINTAIN.
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Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: 3-COMPARTMENT SINK RIGHT SIDE COMPARTMENT PIPE DRAINING SLOWLY. INSTRUCTED MANAGER 3-COMPARTMENT SINK PIPES MUST DRAIN QUICKLY.
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78
Aug 30, 2022
Reinspection
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: 4-101.11 OBSERVED FROZEN CROQUETTES AND EMPANADAS STORED IN CONTACT WITH CARDBOARD BOXES IN THE CHEST FREEZERS. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO USE STORAGE CONTAINERS WHICH CAN BE WASHED AND SANITIZED.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: 4-602.13 CLEAN THE MICROWAVES, 1 DOOR FREEZER, DEEP FRYER, GRILLS AND PREP TABLES IN THE FOOD PREP AREA.
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Aug 22, 2022
Routine
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Consumer advisory provided for raw/undercooked food
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO CONSUMER ADVISORY DISCLOSURE ON THE MENU FOR RAW OR UNDERCOOKED FOODS. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO DISCLOSE OR DESCRIBE ALL FOODS WHICH CAN BE ORDERED RAW OR UNDERCOOKED AND LINK THOSE ITEMS TO THE REMINDER STATEMENT ON THE MENU. MUST ADD THE FOLLOWING STATEMENT BEFORE THE REMINDER STATEMENT:"THESE FOODS CAN BE ORDERED RAW OR UNDERCOOKED OR MAY CONTAIN RAW OR UNDERCOOKED INGREDIENTS." PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED FROZEN CROQUETTES AND EMPANADAS STORED IN CONTACT WITH CARDBOARD BOXES IN THE CHEST FREEZERS. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO USE STORAGE CONTAINERS WHICH CAN BE WASHED AND SANITIZED.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: CLEAN THE MICROWAVES, 1 DOOR FREEZER, DEEP FRYER, GRILLS AND PREP TABLES IN THE FOOD PREP AREA.
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Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: THE VENTILATION FANS IN BOTH WASHROOMS ARE NOT OPERATIONAL. MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE THE VENTILATION FAN IN BOTH WASHROOMS.
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78
May 5, 2021
Reinspection
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: MAIN PREP AREA 3-COMPARTMENT SINK WATER LEAKING AROUND HOT AND COLD WATER HANDLES. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN SINK.
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Apr 28, 2021
Routine
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Previous core violation corrected
Inspector notes: THE FOLLOWING PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION FROM REPORT #2303664 DATED ON 07/25/19 NOT CORRECTED-#58 OBSERVED NO FOOD ALLERGEN TRAINING FOR ALL FOOD MANAGERS. INSTRUCTED ALL CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGERS MUST HAVE FOOD ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATES ON PREMISES BY DATE OF REINSPECTION. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-42-090.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED ACCUMULATED FOOD DEBRIS ON INTERIOR/AROUND HOT AND COLD WATER HANDLES OF MAIN PREP AREA HANDWASH BOWL. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN SAID HANDWASH BOWL.
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Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: MAIN PREP AREA 3-COMPARTMENT SINK WATER LEAKING AROUND HOT AND COLD WATER HANDLES. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN SINK.
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Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: NO COVERED TRASH RECEPTACLE IN WOMENS WASHROOM. MUST PROVIDE.
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Aug 1, 2019
Reinspection
4 major violations. 15 minor violations.
View 19 violations
Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
Inspector notes: Violation Codes: 2-501.11 Inspector Comments: Inspector Comments: Violation Codes: 2-501.11 Inspector Comments: OBSERVED NO CLEAN-UP POLICY PROCEDURE AND ITEMS FOR VOMITING AND DIARRHEA.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION- NO CITATION ISSUED
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Proper date marking and disposition
Inspector notes: Violation Codes: 3-501.17 Inspector Comments: Inspector Comments: Violation Codes: 3-501.17 Inspector Comments: OBSERVED NO DATE MARKINGS ON TCS READY TO EAT FOODS BEING HELD IN COOLERS FOR MORE THAN 24 HOURS.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION-NO CITATION ISSUED
23
Consumer advisory provided for raw/undercooked food
Inspector notes: Violation Codes: 3-603.11 Inspector Comments: Inspector Comments: Violation Codes: 3-603.11 Inspector Comments: OBSERVED NO CONSUMER ADVISORY DISCLOSURE AND REMINDER OF RISK OF CONSUMING RAW AND UNDERCOOKED FOODS ON MENU.MUST PORVIDE AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION-NO CITATION ISSUED
25
Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting
Inspector notes: Violation Codes: 2-102.14(O) Inspector Comments: Inspector Comments: Violation Codes: 2-102.14(N) Inspector Comments: OBSERVED NO SIGNED EMPLOYEES HEALTH POLICIES.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION-NO CITATION ISSUED
3
Food properly labeled; original container
Inspector notes: Violation Codes: 3-302.12 Inspector Comments: Inspector Comments: Violation Codes: 3-302.12 Inspector Comments: MUST LABEL FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS WHEN FOOD IS NOT IN ORIGINAL PACKAGE
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Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: Violation Codes: 6-202.15 Inspector Comments: Inspector Comments: Violation Codes: 6-202.15 Inspector Comments: OBSERVED AN APPX."1/2-3/4" GAP ALONG BOTTOM OF ENTRY DOOR .MUST MAKE DOOR TIGHT FITTING
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Wiping cloths: properly used & stored
Inspector notes: Violation Codes: 3-304.14 Inspector Comments: Inspector Comments: Violation Codes: 3-304.14 Inspector Comments: MUST STORE WIPING CLOTHS IN A SANITIZING SOLUTIION WHEN NOT IN USE.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: Violation Codes: 4-101.19 Inspector Comments: MUST REMOVE FOIL WRAPPED AROUND STOVE AND RUST FROM LOWER SHELVES OF PREP TABLES
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: Violation Codes: 4-501.11 Inspector Comments: Inspector Comments: Violation Codes: 4-501.11 Inspector Comments: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE WORN DOOR GASKETS ON 3- DOOR PREP COOLER.MUST PROVIDE A LOCK FOR EACH REFRIGERATOR STORED OUTSIDE OF TOILET ROOMS AND NEAR REAR DOOR
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: Violation Codes: 4-601.11(C) Inspector Comments: MUST CLEAN DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM GRILL TABLES,PREP COOLER,FRYER CABINET,WALK IN COOLER FAN GUARD COVER AND SHELVING UNITS
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Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: Violation Codes: 5-205.15 Inspector Comments: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE SLOW DRAIN AT HAND SINK IN WOMEN'S TOILET ROOM
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Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: Violation Codes: 4-301.16 Inspector Comments: Inspector Comments: Violation Codes: 4-301.16 Inspector Comments: MUST PROVIDE A DUMP SINK TO DISCARD LIQUID WASTE IN FRONT BEVERAGE / COFFEE AREA
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: Violation Codes: 6-201.13 Inspector Comments: Inspector Comments: Violation Codes: 6-201.13 Inspector Comments: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE BROKEN/DAMAGED CONCRETE FLOOR AND WALL IN BASEMENT
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: Violation Codes: 6-201.16 Inspector Comments: Inspector Comments: Violation Codes: 6-201.16 Inspector Comments: MUST SCRAPE AND PAINT PEELING PAINT ON WALLS IN DINING AREA AND OUTSIDE OF TOILETROOMS
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: Violation Codes: 6-501.13 Inspector Comments: Inspector Comments: Violation Codes: 6-501.13 Inspector Comments: MUST CLEAN DEBRIS FROM FLOOR IN BETWEEN COOLERS AND IN BASEMENT
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: Violation Codes: 6-201.13 Inspector Comments: MUST REPLACE STAINED CEILING TILES IN REAR PREP AREA
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Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: Violation Codes: 6-501.14 Inspector Comments: MUST CLEAN DEBRIS BUILD UP ON FILTERS AND HOOD AT COOKING EQUIPMENT
56
Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: Violation Codes: 2-102.13 Inspector Comments: Inspector Comments: Violation Codes: 2-102.13 Inspector Comments: OBSERVED NO FOOD ALLERGEN TRAINING FOR ALL FOOD MANAGERS.MUST ENROLL AND MAINTAIN
58
Thermometers provided & accurate
Inspector notes: Violation Codes: 4-204.112(B) Inspector Comments: OBSERVED NO THERMOMETER FOR 3- DOOR PREP COOLER AND 2- DOOR PREP IN REAR HALLWAY.MUST PROVIDE
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Jul 25, 2019
Complaint
2 critical violations. 6 major violations. 15 minor violations.
View 23 violations
Proper hot holding temperatures
Inspector notes: OBSERVED IMPROPER TEMPERATURES OF 3LBS. COOKED PORK 93.0F ON TOP OF PREP COOLER AND 2LBS. COOKED ONIONS 75.2F INSIDE A PAN ON STOVE.MUST HAVE HOT HOLDING FOODS AT 135.0F OR ABOVE. PRODUCT WAS DISCARDED BY MANAGER.APPX.5LBS.$10.(PRIORITY 7-38-005)
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Proper cold holding temperatures
Inspector notes: OBSERVED IMPROPER TEMPERATURES OF COLD HOLDING FOODS INSIDE OF WALK IN COOLER SUCH AS 12LBS. COOKED SPANISH RICE 45.0F,45.7F,48.0F,48.4F.16LBS. COOKED BEEF 44.6F,45.3F,45.9F,46.9F.2LBS. COOKED ONIONS 47.1F.6LBS. DATED 7/24/19 COOKED RICE & BEANS -44.6F-44.8F DATED 7/20/19.12LBS. COOKED BLACK BEANS-45.7F,46.0F,46.4F,47.7F,49.5F DATED 7/24/19.PRODUCT WAS DISCARDED BY MANAGER.MUST HAVE COLD HOLDING FOODS AT 41.0F OR BELOW.APPX.48LBS. $111.(PRIORITY)CONSOLIDATED VIOLATION.
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Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: OBSERVED EVIDENCE OF APPX. 10- 12 LIVE LARGE FLIES AND APPX. 4-6 SMALL FLIES FLYING AROUND IN BASEMENT FOOD & PAPER ,SUMP PUMP AREA,STORAGE AREAS.RECOMMENDED TO HAVE A PEST CONTROL OPERATOR TO SERVICE PREMISES ON OR AFTER 7/25/19.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-020(A)
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Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: Violation Codes: 2-102.14(N) Inspector Comments: OBSERVED NO SIGNED EMPLOYEES HEALTH POLICIES.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION-NO CITATION ISSUED)
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Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: Violation Codes: 2-501.11 Inspector Comments: OBSERVED NO CLEAN-UP POLICY PROCEDURE AND ITEMS FOR VOMITING AND DIARRHEA.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION- NO CITATION ISSUED)
5
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO SOAP AT HAND WASHING SINK IN MAIN PREP AREA.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN SOAP AT ALL TIMES AT ALL HAND SINKS.SOAP WAS PROVIDED DURING INSPECTION.(COS)(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-030(C)
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Proper date marking and disposition
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: Violation Codes: 3-501.17 Inspector Comments: OBSERVED NO DATE MARKINGS ON TCS READY TO EAT FOODS BEING HELD IN COOLERS FOR MORE THAN 24 HOURS.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION-NO CITATION ISSUED
23
Consumer advisory provided for raw/undercooked food
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: Violation Codes: 3-603.11 Inspector Comments: OBSERVED NO CONSUMER ADVISORY DISCLOSURE AND REMINDER OF RISK OF CONSUMING RAW AND UNDERCOOKED FOODS ON MENU.MUST PORVIDE AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION-NO CITATION ISSUED)
25
Thermometers provided & accurate
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO THERMOMETER FOR 3- DOOR PREP COOLER AND 2- DOOR PREP IN REAR HALLWAY.MUST PROVIDE.
36
Food properly labeled; original container
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: Violation Codes: 3-302.12 Inspector Comments: MUST LABEL FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS WHEN FOOD IS NOT IN ORIGINAL PACKAGE
37
Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: Violation Codes: 6-202.15 Inspector Comments: OBSERVED AN APPX."1/2-3/4" GAP ALONG BOTTOM OF ENTRY DOOR .MUST MAKE DOOR TIGHT FITTING
38
Wiping cloths: properly used & stored
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: Violation Codes: 3-304.14 Inspector Comments: MUST STORE WIPING CLOTHS IN A SANITIZING SOLUTIION WHEN NOT IN USE
41
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: MUST REMOVE FOIL WRAPPED AROUND STOVE AND RUST FROM LOWER SHELVES OF PREP TABLES.
47
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: Violation Codes: 4-501.11 Inspector Comments: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE WORN DOOR GASKETS ON 3- DOOR PREP COOLER.MUST PROVIDE A LOCK FOR EACH REFRIGERATOR STORED OUTSIDE OF TOILET ROOMS AND NEAR REAR DOOR
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM GRILL TABLES,PREP COOLER,FRYER CABINET,WALK IN COOLER FAN GUARD COVER AND SHELVING UNITS.
49
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE SLOW DRAIN AT HAND SINK IN WOMEN'S TOILET ROOM.
51
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: Violation Codes: 4-301.16 Inspector Comments: MUST PROVIDE A DUMP SINK TO DISCARD LIQUID WASTE IN FRONT BEVERAGE / COFFEE AREA
51
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: Violation Codes: 6-201.13 Inspector Comments: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE BROKEN/DAMAGED CONCRETE FLOOR AND WALL IN BASEMENT
55
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: Violation Codes: 6-201.16 Inspector Comments: MUST SCRAPE AND PAINT PEELING PAINT ON WALLS IN DINING AREA AND OUTSIDE OF TOILETROOMS
55
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: Violation Codes: 6-501.13 Inspector Comments: MUST CLEAN DEBRIS FROM FLOOR IN BETWEEN COOLERS AND IN BASEMENT
55
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: MUST REPLACE STAINED CEILING TILES IN REAR PREP AREA.
55
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN DEBRIS BUILD UP ON FILTERS AND HOOD AT COOKING EQUIPMENT.
56
Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: Violation Codes: 2-102.13 Inspector Comments: OBSERVED NO FOOD ALLERGEN TRAINING FOR ALL FOOD MANAGERS.MUST ENROLL AND MAINTAIN
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May 20, 2019
Reinspection
4 major violations. 13 minor violations.
View 17 violations
Consumer advisory provided for raw/undercooked food
Inspector notes: Violation Codes: 3-603.11 Inspector Comments: OBSERVED NO CONSUMER ADVISORY DISCLOSURE AND REMINDER OF RISK OF CONSUMING RAW AND UNDERCOOKED FOODS ON MENU.MUST PORVIDE AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION-NO CITATION ISSUED
25
Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting
Inspector notes: Violation Codes: 2-102.14(N) Inspector Comments: OBSERVED NO SIGNED EMPLOYEES HEALTH POLICIES.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION-NO CITATION ISSUED
3
Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
Inspector notes: Violation Codes: 2-501.11 Inspector Comments: OBSERVED NO CLEAN-UP POLICY PROCEDURE AND ITEMS FOR VOMITING AND DIARRHEA.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION- NO CITATION ISSUED
5
Proper date marking and disposition
Inspector notes: Violation Codes: 3-501.17 Inspector Comments: OBSERVED NO DATE MARKINGS ON TCS READY TO EAT FOODS BEING HELD IN COOLERS FOR MORE THAN 24 HOURS.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION-NO CITATION ISSUED
23
Food properly labeled; original container
Inspector notes: Violation Codes: 3-302.12 Inspector Comments: MUST LABEL FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS WHEN FOOD IS NOT IN ORIGINAL PACKAGE
37
Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: Violation Codes: 6-202.15 Inspector Comments: OBSERVED AN APPX."1/2-3/4" GAP ALONG BOTTOM OF ENTRY DOOR .MUST MAKE DOOR TIGHT FITTING
38
Wiping cloths: properly used & stored
Inspector notes: Violation Codes: 3-304.14 Inspector Comments: MUST STORE WIPING CLOTHS IN A SANITIZING SOLUTIION WHEN NOT IN USE
41
Single-use/single-service articles: properly stored & used
Inspector notes: Violation Codes: 4-903.11(A;C) Inspector Comments: MUST INVERT FOIL PANS AND PLASTIC WEAR WITH HANDLES IN UP RIGHT POSITION
45
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: Violation Codes: 4-102.11 Inspector Comments: MUST ELIMINATE PLASTIC BAGS USED FOR FOOD STORAGE AND PROVIDE FOOD GRADE BAGS
47
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: Violation Codes: 4-501.11 Inspector Comments: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE WORN DOOR GASKETS ON 3- DOOR PREP COOLER.MUST PROVIDE A LOCK FOR EACH REFRIGERATOR STORED OUTSIDE OF TOILET ROOMS AND NEAR REAR DOOR
47
Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: Violation Codes: 4-601.11(C) Inspector Comments: MUST CLEAN DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM COUNTER TOP UNDER COFFEE MACHINE
49
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: Violation Codes: 4-301.16 Inspector Comments: MUST PROVIDE A DUMP SINK TO DISCARD LIQUID WASTE IN FRONT BEVERAGE / COFFEE AREA.
51
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: Violation Codes: 6-201.13 Inspector Comments: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE BROKEN/DAMAGED CONCRETE FLOOR AND WALL IN BASEMENT
55
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: Violation Codes: 6-201.16 Inspector Comments: MUST SCRAPE AND PAINT PEELING PAINT ON WALLS IN DINING AREA AND OUTSIDE OF TOILETROOMS
55
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: Violation Codes: 6-501.13 Inspector Comments: MUST CLEAN DEBRIS FROM FLOOR IN BETWEEN COOLERS AND IN BASEMENT
55
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: Violation Codes: 6-501.114 Inspector Comments: MUST REMOVE CLUTTER IN REAR PORCH AREA (ICE MACHINE,MOP HEADS & BUCKETS,BOXES,ETC
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: Violation Codes: 2-102.13 Inspector Comments: OBSERVED NO FOOD ALLERGEN TRAINING FOR ALL FOOD MANAGERS.MUST ENROLL AND MAINTAIN
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May 13, 2019
Routine
5 major violations. 13 minor violations.
View 18 violations
Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO SIGNED EMPLOYEES HEALTH POLICIES.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION-NO CITATION ISSUED)
3
Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO CLEAN-UP POLICY PROCEDURE AND ITEMS FOR VOMITING AND DIARRHEA.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION- NO CITATION ISSUED)
5
Proper date marking and disposition
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO DATE MARKINGS ON TCS READY TO EAT FOODS BEING HELD IN COOLERS FOR MORE THAN 24 HOURS.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION-NO CITATION ISSUED)
23
Consumer advisory provided for raw/undercooked food
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO CONSUMER ADVISORY DISCLOSURE AND REMINDER OF RISK OF CONSUMING RAW AND UNDERCOOKED FOODS ON MENU.MUST PORVIDE AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION-NO CITATION ISSUED)
25
Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
Inspector notes: OBSERVED HALF OF THE LID BROKEN /MISSING ON OUTSIDE GARBAGE DUMPSTER LEAVING AN APPX."4-6" GAP.MUST MAKE LIDS TIGHT FITTING.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-020(B)
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Food properly labeled; original container
Inspector notes: MUST LABEL FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS WHEN FOOD IS NOT IN ORIGINAL PACKAGE.
37
Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: OBSERVED AN APPX."1/2-3/4" GAP ALONG BOTTOM OF ENTRY DOOR .MUST MAKE DOOR TIGHT FITTING.
38
Wiping cloths: properly used & stored
Inspector notes: MUST STORE WIPING CLOTHS IN A SANITIZING SOLUTIION WHEN NOT IN USE.
41
Single-use/single-service articles: properly stored & used
Inspector notes: MUST INVERT FOIL PANS AND PLASTIC WEAR WITH HANDLES IN UP RIGHT POSITION.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: MUST ELIMINATE PLASTIC BAGS USED FOR FOOD STORAGE AND PROVIDE FOOD GRADE BAGS.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE WORN DOOR GASKETS ON 3- DOOR PREP COOLER.MUST PROVIDE A LOCK FOR EACH REFRIGERATOR STORED OUTSIDE OF TOILET ROOMS AND NEAR REAR DOOR.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM COUNTER TOP UNDER COFFEE MACHINE.
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Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE A DUMP SINK TO DISCARD LIQUID WASTE IN FRONT BEVERAGE / COFFEE AREA .
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE BROKEN/DAMAGED CONCRETE FLOOR AND WALL IN BASEMENT.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: MUST SCRAPE AND PAINT PEELING PAINT ON WALLS IN DINING AREA AND OUTSIDE OF TOILETROOMS.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN DEBRIS FROM FLOOR IN BETWEEN COOLERS AND IN BASEMENT.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: MUST REMOVE CLUTTER IN REAR PORCH AREA (ICE MACHINE,MOP HEADS & BUCKETS,BOXES,ETC.)
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO FOOD ALLERGEN TRAINING FOR ALL FOOD MANAGERS.MUST ENROLL AND MAINTAIN.
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Jun 1, 2018
Routine
6 minor violations.
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Hands washed and cleaned, good hygienic practices; no bare hand contact with ready-to-eat foods.
Inspector notes: Observed poor hygienic practices: observed a food handler rinse hands in water at the three compartment sink then wipe then on a wash cloth. Also observed a food handler touch ready to eat food items (already heated sandwiches and lettuce for sandwiches) with bare hands. Instructed facility that all hand washing must be done at a hand washing sink with soap and by following hand washing guidelines and that there is to be no bare hand contact with ready to eat foods (ie. use gloves, utensils, etc). Facility complied. Critical violation 7-38-010(a).
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Clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored: no reuse of single service articles
Inspector notes: Observed clean knives stored between the three compartment sink and the exposed hand sink in the kitchen. Instructed facility to maintain clean utensils in a proper area that is clean, sanitary, and safe.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: Observed dirt and debris on the floors throughout the basement. Instructed facility to clean and maintain.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: Observed damaged and stained ceiling tiles in the kitchen near the exhaust hood and panini presses. Instructed facility to replace and maintain. Observe grease accumulation on the exhaust hood filters. Instructed facility to clean and maintain.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: Observed the three compartment sink to be leaking at the faucet neck. Instructed facility to repair and maintain.
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Food (ice) dispensing utensils, wash cloths properly stored
Inspector notes: Observed in use wash cloths stored on prep tables and areas throughout facility. Instructed facility to maintain in appropriate manner.
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Aug 2, 2017
Complaint
5 minor violations.
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Potentially hazardous food meets temperature requirement during storage, preparation display and service
Inspector notes: POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS BEING STORED AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURES ON TOP OF STOVE IN KITCHEN FOOD PREP AREA. OBSERVED A CONTAINER OF RAW CHICKEN AT 75.8F AND A CONTAINER OF RAW BEEF AT 88.4F TEMPERATURES. MANAGER IMMEDIATELY AND VOLUNTARILY DISCARDED AND DENATURED FOOD ALL FOOD ITEMS 6LBS OF FOOD WORTH $18. INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN ALL COLD POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS AT 40.0F OR BELOW. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-005(A).
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: OBSERVED RUSTY FOOD STORAGE SHELVING INISE WALK-IN COOLER. MUST REPAINT AND REPLACE.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: OBSERVED GREASE BUILD UP ON VENTILATION HOOD AND FILTERS ABOVE COOKING EQUIPMET. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. OBSERVED GREASE BUILD UP ON SIDES OF COOKING EQUIPMENT IN KITCHEN FOOD PREP AREA. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: OBSERVED LEAKING FAUCET BASE AT THE 3-COMPARTMENTV SINK IN KITCHEN FOOD PREP AREA. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
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Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: STEAM THERMOMETER NEEDED TO MONITOR FOOD TEMPERATURES. MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
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Jan 13, 2017
Routine
3 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: OBSERVED DUST BUILD-UP ON VENTILATION FANS INSIDE PREP COOLERS AND INSIDE WALK-IN COOLER. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: OBSERVED WATER DAMAGED CEILING TILES IN FRONT PREP AREA. MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE.
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Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: VISIBLE AND WORKING THERMOMETER NEEDED INSIDE 2-DOOR MILK LOCATED IN FRONT AREA. MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
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Jun 14, 2016
License
5 minor violations.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: NOTED LEAKING FAUCET AT THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: NOTED RUSTY SHELVES INSIDE WALK IN COOLER AND AT THE KITCHEN PREP TALE. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN, REPAINT WITH NON TOXIC FOOD GRADE PAINT AND MAINTAIN OR REPLACE.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT ESPECIALLY INSIDE THE SERVICE PREP COOLER AND INSIDE ELECTRICAL UNIT OF DEEP FRYER.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN FLOORS BEHIND COOKING EQUIPMENT WITH GREASE AND REPAIR BROKEN FLOOR UNDERNEATH STAIRWAY AT THE BASEMENT FOOD STORAGE AREA.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN VENTS INSIDE ALL COOING EQUIPMENT.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was 1492 Cuban Fusion last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at 1492 Cuban Fusion on file is from Jul 8, 2025. The public record contains 16 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at 1492 Cuban Fusion?
Across the inspection record, “physical facilities installed, maintained & clean” has been cited 17 times, more than any other issue at 1492 Cuban Fusion.
Has 1492 Cuban Fusion's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at 1492 Cuban Fusion have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at 1492 Cuban Fusion means the most recent inspection flagged either critical violations or a substantial number of smaller ones. Diners may want to read the violation details before deciding to visit.
How often is 1492 Cuban Fusion inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, 1492 Cuban Fusion is inspected around two times per year on average.
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