A Lo Cubano Tropical
Last inspected: Jul 25, 2025
95
Score
Going back to 2022, A Lo Cubano Tropical has eight inspections in the public record. A Lo Cubano Tropical was last inspected on Jul 25, 2025. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.
Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around three violations each.
Across the inspection history, “food stored on floor” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded three times.
Among Hialeah restaurants, the typical score is 76; A Lo Cubano Tropical is comfortably above that bar. Overall, the inspection record reads well.
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Inspections
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Critical latest
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Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Jul 25, 2025
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
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Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. No self closing door at employees bathroom. **Repeat Violation**
32-04-4
95
Feb 6, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
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Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cooked beef container , cooked pork container raw beef container inside reach in cooler 3 doors no date labeled, according to cook prepared two days ago. Employee labeled food containers with preparation dates. **Corrected On-Site**
02C-02-5
Basic - Label on a food item prepared and packaged onsite for customer self-service does not include product identity/description, date product was packaged and name and address of the establishment that prepared and packaged the food. Observed on beverage cooler at front area rice puddings and flans prepared on site yesterday afternoon, for customer self service, no labeled.
02D-03-4
Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning.
16-46-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed at preparation table at kitchen.
21-12-4
Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. No self closing door at employees bathroom.
32-04-4
Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed at ware washing area.
36-22-4
70
Sep 18, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
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High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed inside reach in cooler used to stored raw chicken.
14-31-5
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed tongs stored in hand wash sink hanging from splash guard.
31A-11-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed: Food stored on floor. Observed bucket with condensed milk stored on the floor. **Repeat Violation**
08B-38-4
74
Apr 23, 2024
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
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Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed bucket with fruit pulp stored on the floor inside walk in cooler. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-23: Observed bucket with fruit pulp stored on the floor inside walk in cooler. **Time Extended**
08B-38-4
95
Feb 22, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
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Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed no employee training available for any employees . **Warning**
53B-01-5
Basic - Equipment and utensils not washed, rinsed and sanitized in the correct order in three-compartment sink. Do not use dishes/equipment not properly sanitized. Observed 'em washing equipment in the incorrect order. Explained employee the correct order to set up 3 com sink, wash , rinse and sanitize. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
16-13-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed bucket with fruit pulp stored on the floor inside walk in cooler. **Warning**
08B-38-4
Basic - In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed at prep area. Employee removed knife's **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
10-17-4
Basic - Light not functioning. Observed inside walk in freezer light no function **Warning**
36-62-4
74
Jul 25, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
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High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed tuna (60F - Cold Holding) inside reach in cooler, according to manager open 2 hours ago, Manager put tuna container inside reach in freezer for rapid chill. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Observed tomato sauce inside reach in cooler opened two days ago no date labeled. Manager labeled food container. **Corrected On-Site**
02C-03-5
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed cup with water on top of preparation table at kitchen, manager discarded cup with water. **Corrected On-Site**
12B-07-4
Basic - wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wiping cloth on top of preparation table.
21-12-4
70
Feb 23, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 2 minor violations.
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High Priority - Chlorine sanitizer in spray bottle not at proper minimum strength. Observed spry bottle chlorine sanitizer over200 ppm. Manager discarded sanitizer and prepared new solution, spray bottle chlorine sanitizer 100 ppm **Corrected On-Site**
22-39-4
Intermediate - No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses.
11-26-1
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed spray bottle containing chlorine sanitizer mixed with water, no labeled. Manager labeled sanitizer bottle **Corrected On-Site**
41-17-4
Intermediate - Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment.
11-27-4
Basic - In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed sugar scoop handle inside sugar. Manager stored sugar scoop with handle upwards. **Corrected On-Site**
10-01-5
Basic - Light shield for lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing end caps. Observed at kitchen area.
38-12-4
58
Aug 9, 2022
Routine - Food
4 minor violations.
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Basic - Ceiling tile missing. Located in the prep area.
36-36-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed walk in cooler gasket disrepair.
14-11-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Reach in cooler gasket soiled.
23-03-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust.
36-27-5
82
Frequently Asked Questions
When was A Lo Cubano Tropical last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at A Lo Cubano Tropical on file is from Jul 25, 2025. The public record contains eight inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at A Lo Cubano Tropical?
Across the inspection record, “food stored on floor” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at A Lo Cubano Tropical.
How does A Lo Cubano Tropical compare to other restaurants in Hialeah?
A Lo Cubano Tropical most recently scored 95 out of 100, which is higher than the Hialeah average of 76.
Has A Lo Cubano Tropical's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at A Lo Cubano Tropical have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at A Lo Cubano Tropical means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.
How often is A Lo Cubano Tropical inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, A Lo Cubano Tropical is inspected around three times per year on average.
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