Cabanas 2
Last inspected: Mar 9, 2026
55
Score
Going back to 2022, Cabanas 2 has eight inspections in the public record. The latest inspection on file is from Mar 9, 2026. A medium risk score generally means inspectors found things to fix, though most weren't urgent.
Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near 10 violations each time.
“Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable” comes up most often, recorded three times in the inspection record.
The city-wide average sits at 74, which Cabanas 2's 55 doesn't quite reach. Taken together, the history looks like that of a busy facility working through the usual inspection cycle.
8
Inspections
2
Critical latest
2
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 9, 2026
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Front counter: bread stored inside thank you bags. Discussed with the operator.
14-31-5
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Walk in cooler: raw shell eggs stored above sour cream. Discussed with the operator and provided the hand out for proper storage of food. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - Records/documents for required employee training do not contain all of the required information. DOB issuing for Erika, Yadia, Evelyn. **Corrected On-Site**
53B-10-4
Intermediate - Soap dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense soap. Kitchen. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-06-4
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. On the flip top reach in cooler. **Repeat Violation**
14-09-4
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. **Repeat Violation**
35B-01-4
55
Nov 17, 2025
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 1 major violation. 7 minor violations.
View 11 violations
High Priority - Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. Observed TAMALES (56F - Cooling) at walk in cooler, as per operator made the day prior.
03D-02-5
High Priority - Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Observed GRATED CHEESE (56F - Cooling) at walk in cooler, as per operator made the day prior. Observed TAMALES (56F - Cooling) at walk in cooler, as per operator made the day prior.
01B-13-4
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food removed from cold holding for necessary preparation rose above 41 degrees Fahrenheit during the preparation process and was not cooled back down to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 4 hours. Observed GRATED CHEESE (56F - Cooling) at walk in cooler, as per operator made the day prior.
03D-07-5
Intermediate - Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed shelves at reach in cooler across from flattop rusted.
22-31-4
Basic - Accumulation of lime scale on the inside of the dishmachine. Observed lime scale buildup inside dishwasher at ware washing area.
16-23-4
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed white cutting board at steam table with deep grooves and not easily cleaned.
14-09-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee food stored in reach in cooler at cook line not separate from ready to eat items. Employee removed personal food and stored properly. **Corrected On-Site**
40-06-5
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed at screen to at kitchen exit gap on the bottom and left side of screen door.
35B-01-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gastric at reach in cooler across from steam table spoiled.
23-03-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed raw steak, raw chicken at reach in cooler across from flattop griddle not covered.
08B-12-5
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed containers of rice and flour at prep area not labeled.
02D-01-5
41
Mar 6, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 7 minor violations.
View 10 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure
FL-25
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
50
Jul 29, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 6 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
43
Mar 1, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 7 minor violations.
View 10 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw fish over bean pupusa mix, raw eggs over carrots. Items rearranged at time of inspection. Provided flyer on safe refrigerator storage to operator. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Food debris Inside of grinder. Food debris in crevices of slicer, and grease/residue build up behind blade. Employee began cleaning items at time of inspection. Food debris built up on peelers on top of make table by dish machine. **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation**
22-02-4
Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. No proof of CFM for manager at time of inspection Amy Gallegos.
53A-01-7
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
22-20-5
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Upright 2 door freezer handles. Employee cleaned at time of inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
23-24-4
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. On cook line make table, and on steam table.
14-09-4
Basic - Exterior back door to kitchen has a gap at the threshold and on sides that opens to the outside.
35B-01-4
Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. On floor inside walk-in cooler, and in front of cook line. **Repeat Violation**
36-17-5
Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Behind front counter. Scoop removed at time of inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
10-08-5
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Cook line reach in top interior soiled.
22-16-4
50
Dec 19, 2023
Routine - Food
4 critical violations. 2 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 12 violations
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed
FL-50
15
Jan 26, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 8 minor violations.
View 11 violations
High Priority - Establishment operating without a license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Operator must obtain a public food service license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants within 60 days. Submit a license application and payment to DBPR/Bureau of Central Intake Unit, 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-0783. To apply online or obtain an application for license visit http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/ Observed license expired. Operator payed license at the time of the inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
50-08-7
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed interior of reach in coolers soiled in kitchen area. Observed interior of reach in freezer soiled.
22-02-4
Intermediate - Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
53B-14-5
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles.
23-24-4
Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed standing water on floor near cook line.
36-22-4
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit.
10-07-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at hand sink in kitchen.
31B-04-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hand sink soiled. Observed exterior of reach in coolers soiled.
23-03-4
Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning.
16-46-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed throughout kitchen area.
36-27-5
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed sauce bottles containing different sauces missing labels.
02D-01-5
47
Jul 1, 2022
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 9 minor violations.
View 11 violations
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed reach in cooler soiled. Observed cutting board soiled.
22-02-4
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink.
31B-03-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris/ grease.
36-73-4
Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed in walk in cooler.
36-17-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed cooking oil stored on floor in kitchen.
08B-38-4
Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice.
10-08-5
Basic - No container installed for catching grease from hood drip tray.
14-73-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed exterior of microwave soiled.
23-03-4
Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning.
16-46-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
21-12-4
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles.
23-24-4
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Cabanas 2 last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Cabanas 2 on file is from Mar 9, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Cabanas 2?
Across the inspection record, “cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Cabanas 2.
How does Cabanas 2 compare to other restaurants in Miami?
Cabanas 2 most recently scored 55 out of 100, which is lower than the Miami average of 74.
Has Cabanas 2's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Cabanas 2 have averaged around 10 violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Cabanas 2 means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.
How often is Cabanas 2 inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Cabanas 2 is inspected around two times per year on average.
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