Ana's Café Cubano
Last inspected: Mar 11, 2026
47
Score
Ana's Café Cubano appears in inspection records five times, starting in 2023. The most recent visit was on Mar 11, 2026. High risk usually means inspectors flagged either critical violations or a stack of smaller ones.
The picture has gotten worse over the last few visits, with the average climbing from around two violations to closer to seven violations.
The city-wide average sits at 74, which Ana's Café Cubano's 47 doesn't quite reach. This restaurant has more on its record than most do.
5
Inspections
2
Critical latest
3
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 11, 2026
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 3 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure
FL-25
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Single-Use/Single-Service Articles Properly Stored and Used
FL-45
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
47
Aug 12, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated
FL-13
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Washing Fruits and Vegetables
FL-42
78
May 7, 2025
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-05-07: Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. **Time Extended**
32-04-4
95
May 5, 2025
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 3 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked cut potatoes (107F - Hot Holding) at room temperature. Employee took product to reheat. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
03B-01-6
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cut tomatoes (54F - Cold Holding); shredded pork (63F - Cold Holding) at preparation cooler at kitchen. As per manager, since the previous day. Observed sliced ham (56F - Cold Holding) at 1 door cooler across from cook line. As per employee, since the previous day. **Warning**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cut tomatoes (54F - Cold Holding); shredded pork (63F - Cold Holding) at preparation cooler at kitchen. As per manager, since the previous day. Observed sliced ham (56F - Cold Holding) at 1 door cooler across from cook line. As per employee, since the previous day. **Warning**
01B-02-5
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed metal basket stored inside hand sink. Manager removed item. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Observed Manager certificate for Oneida Veliz expired on 11-24-24. **Warning**
53A-03-7
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed hand sink in employee bathroom blocked by plastic stairs and metal rack. **Warning**
31A-09-4
Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. **Warning**
32-04-4
45
May 2, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. In reach in freezer; raw pork over ready to eat mushrooms. Person in charge moved raw pork to bottom shelf. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - Packaged food not labeled as specified by law. Banana bread on front counter grab and go, not labeled. Person in charge placed behind counter until it can be labeled. **Corrected On-Site**
02D-02-4
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Pork and empanada mixture not dated. Person in charge dated. **Corrected On-Site**
02C-02-5
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Cup used to scoop brown sugar. Person in charge removed cup. **Corrected On-Site**
14-01-5
Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Bathroom does not have a self closing door.
32-04-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Gaskets on low 3 door reach in cooler are torn.
14-11-5
Basic - Reuse of single-service or single-use articles. Establishment is reusing Belgium waffle containers to place cooked bacon and pork in. Addressed and person in charge replaced with clear cambro containers. **Corrected On-Site**
25-32-4
Basic - Food stored in a prohibited area. Freezer and refrigerator are in customer dining area. Can be opened by customers. Both need to be secured.
08B-37-4
55
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Ana's Café Cubano last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Ana's Café Cubano on file is from Mar 11, 2026. The public record contains five inspections in total.
How does Ana's Café Cubano compare to other restaurants in Key West?
Ana's Café Cubano most recently scored 47 out of 100, which is lower than the Key West average of 74.
Has Ana's Café Cubano's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Ana's Café Cubano have averaged around seven violations per visit, up from roughly two earlier in the record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Ana's Café Cubano 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 Ana's Café Cubano inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Ana's Café Cubano is inspected around two times per year on average.
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