Con Sabor

306 Ne 8 St, Homestead, FL 33030
Mexican / Latin
Last inspected: Mar 23, 2026
33
Score
High Risk

Inspectors have visited Con Sabor nine times, with records going back to 2022. On Mar 23, 2026, the health department conducted the most recent visit. High risk usually means inspectors flagged either critical violations or a stack of smaller ones.

The trend has not been favorable: recent inspections average around 14 violations each, up from closer to eight violations before.

The pattern that stands out is “ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer”, which has been cited five times.

Con Sabor's latest score of 33 falls below the Homestead average of 70. The pattern in the record is worth a careful look.

9
Inspections
1
Critical latest
4
Major latest
11
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 23, 2026
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 4 major violations. 11 minor violations.
View 16 violations
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Observed mop sink with hose attachment; no breaker. **Repeat Violation**
29-42-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed front counter at front counter used to stored wiping cloths container. Coach manager. **Repeat Violation**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed at handwash sink next to the triple sink.
31B-03-4
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. Observed food handler training for Wendy Dalila Aviles expired since 06-28-25. **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
53B-14-5
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed trash can next to triple sink blocked with trash can.
31A-09-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed at front counter ice bin.
22-20-5
Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed throughout the front counter and in the kitchen. **Repeat Violation**
36-37-5
Basic - Ceiling tile missing. Observed at front counter and in the kitchen.
36-36-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed water damage and holes; multiple tiles in the front counter and in the kitchen. **Repeat Violation**
36-32-5
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
50-09-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed at front counter ice cream freezer. **Repeat Violation**
14-69-4
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed ice cream scoops in standing water at 74f at front counter. Coach chef. Chef discarded water.
10-07-4
Basic - No copy of latest inspection report available. Observed no copy on site. **Repeat Violation**
51-18-6
Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed in reach in cooler located in main hall. **Repeat Violation**
14-33-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall soiled at cook line. Observed wall soiled at triple sink.
36-27-5
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
42-01-4
33
Dec 22, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 8 minor violations.
View 12 violations
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Observed mop sink with hose attachment; no breaker. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-12-22: **Time Extended**
29-42-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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. Observed no form or kit; inspector provided via email. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-12-22: **Time Extended**
11-27-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Observed manager with no certificate; Laura Gutierrez. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-12-22: Observed manager with no certificate; Laura Gutierrez. **Admin Complaint**
53A-01-7
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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. Observed Wendy; 06-25. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-12-22: **Time Extended**
53B-14-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling tile missing. Observed at front counter. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-12-22: Observed at front counter at callback. **Time Extended**
36-36-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed water damage and holes; multiple tiles. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-12-22: Observed water damage and holes; multiple tiles at callback. **Time Extended**
36-32-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-12-22: Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. **Time Extended**
50-09-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed in chest freezer at front counter. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-12-22: **Time Extended**
14-69-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Light shield damaged/in disrepair. Observed no shield cover above reach in freezer. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-12-22: Observed no shield cover above reach in freezer; at callback. **Time Extended**
38-01-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Observed no poster; inspector provided via email. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-12-22: **Time Extended**
51-13-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - No copy of latest inspection report available. Observed no copy on site. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-12-22: **Time Extended**
51-18-6
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed in reach in cooler located in main hall. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-12-22: **Time Extended**
14-33-4
43
Oct 17, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 4 major violations. 8 minor violations.
View 14 violations
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Observed mop sink with hose attachment; no breaker. **Warning**
29-42-4
High Priority - Container of medicine improperly stored. Observed rubbing alcohol on prep table next to ice machine. Operator removed during inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
41-07-4
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. Observed no form or kit; inspector provided via email. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
11-27-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed handsink at front counter with utensils stored inside. **Warning**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Observed manager with no certificate; Laura Gutierrez. **Warning**
53A-01-7
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. Observed Wendy; 06-25. **Warning**
53B-14-5
Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Observed no poster; inspector provided via email. **Warning**
51-13-4
Basic - No copy of latest inspection report available. Observed no copy on site. **Warning**
51-18-6
Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed in reach in cooler located in main hall. **Warning**
14-33-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed water damage and holes; multiple tiles. **Warning**
36-32-5
Basic - Ceiling tile missing. Observed at front counter. **Warning**
36-36-4
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. **Warning**
50-09-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed in chest freezer at front counter. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
14-69-4
Basic - Light shield damaged/in disrepair. Observed no shield cover above reach in freezer. **Warning**
38-01-4
33
Feb 18, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 5 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Insects, Rodents, and Animals Not Present
FL-38
Plumbing Maintained; Sewage Disposal
FL-51
64
Sep 5, 2024
Food-Licensing Inspection
2 critical violations. 3 major violations. 7 minor violations.
View 12 violations
High Priority - Food with mold-like growth. See stop sale. Observed mango pulp inside the reach in cooler covered with mold like growth. Employee discarded. **Corrected On-Site**
01B-07-4
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Jamaica beverage (50 F - Cold Holding) inside the reach in cooler by the entrance. As per employee it was cooked 2 days ago. Stop sale was issued.
03A-02-5
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
16-37-1
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Employee provided soap. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-03-4
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed Jamaica beverage inside the reach in cooler not date marked. As per employee it was cooked2 days ago.
02C-02-5
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed a bowl used as scoop inside the rice . Employee removed it.
14-01-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed at the kitchen area.
36-34-5
Basic - Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired. Observed reach in cooler located at the entrance to the kitchen.
14-74-7
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn by the grill.
14-11-5
Basic - Establishment did not report seating change that affects the license fee, Clean Indoor Air Act, sewage system approval or other related requirements. Observed establishment applied for 8 units but I counted 43 seats inside the establishment. Seating form was provided.
51-09-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in cooler by the entrance.
14-69-4
Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed at the reach in cooler in front of the grill.
29-49-6
39
Feb 23, 2024
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed employee was washing tomatoes inside the hand wash sink at the front counter.employee removed them. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Consumer advisory was provided to operator.
02B-02-5
Basic - Employee drinking from an unenclosed beverage container in a food preparation/clean dishware area and the container does not have a dispensing mechanism to prevent hand contact with lip contact area of drink container. Observed a cup of coffee stored in the preparation table. Operator removed it. **Corrected On-Site**
12B-12-5
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
35B-01-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup at the reach in freezer at the front counter.
14-69-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at the hand wash sink at the bathroom and also at the hand wash sink at the front counter. **Repeat Violation**
31B-04-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters soiled. **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
64
Aug 1, 2023
Routine - Food
5 critical violations. 1 major violation. 9 minor violations.
View 15 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs stored above cooked beef inside the reach in cooler. Operator placed raw shell eggs at the bottom of the reach in cooler. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed beans @ 50° F inside the reach in cooler.As per operator beans were cooked yesterday night. Stop sale was issued.
01B-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed beans @ 50° F inside the reach in cooler.As per operator beans were cooked yesterday night. Stop sale was issued.
03A-02-5
High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed raw chicken stored in supermarket bags in the reach in freezer.
14-31-5
High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed operating with an expired license. **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
50-17-3
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed not soap at the hand wash sink by the 3 compartment sink. Operator provided soap. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
31B-03-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed a bowl used as scoop inside the beans. Operator removed it.
14-01-5
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed ice machine is not working properly. Ice is melted and there is a water leaking at the front counter.
14-11-5
Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed tiles missing at the kitchen area by the 6 door reach in cooler. **Repeat Violation**
36-17-5
Basic - In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed 6 knives stored between the wall and the 3 compartment sink.
10-17-4
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed ice cream scoop stored in standing water @ 70°F at the front counter. Operator removed the water.
10-07-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at the unisex bathroom. And at the hand wash sink by the 3 compartment sink. **Repeat Violation**
31B-04-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters and reach in cooler gaskets soiled. **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed cooked food inside the reach in cooler not covered. **Repeat Violation**
08B-12-5
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed a sugar container not labeled at the front area. **Repeat Violation**
02D-01-5
27
Apr 11, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 5 major violations. 9 minor violations.
View 16 violations
High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license since October 1, 2022. **Admin Complaint**
50-17-3
High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed fruit pulp stored inside of nonfood grade bags at reach in cooler one door. Operator started to change the bags. **Corrective Action Taken**
14-31-5
Intermediate - Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Consumer advisory was provided and posted. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
02B-02-5
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 and cooked pork not properly date marked at reach in cooler located in front of the grill. As per operator from three days ago. And seafood broth and beef soup at standing reach in cooler. As per operator for from two days ago. Operator date marked the products. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
02C-02-5
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed garbage can blocked the hand wash sink at preparation area. Operator moved the garbage can. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sinks, preparation area, front counter and bathroom. **Repeat Violation**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink at bathroom.
31B-03-4
Basic - Cleaned and sanitized equipment or utensils not properly stored. Observed cutting board stored on floor next to three compartment sink. Operator moved the cutting boards to be cleaned and sanitized. **Corrective Action Taken**
24-07-4
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
35B-01-4
Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed some floor tiles in disrepair next to six doors reach in cooler.
36-17-5
Basic - In-use utensil used with moist food stored in running water with insufficient velocity to flush food particles away. Operator opened the faucet for more water. **Corrected On-Site**
10-03-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees at bathroom.
31B-04-4
Basic - Reach-in freezer interior has accumulation of soil residues. One door standing reach in freezer.
22-16-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed cooked beef and seafood broth not covered at reach in cooler. Operator started to covered the products. **Corrective Action Taken**
08B-12-5
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed sugar container not identified by common name at front counter.
02D-01-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed ceiling tiles show water damage at preparation area, about reach in cooler.
36-32-5
29
Sep 22, 2022
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 4 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 10 violations
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken stored above raw steak in reach in cooler in kitchen area. Employee rearranged properly during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-20-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked chicken (46F - Cold Holding); cooked chorizo (45F - Cold Holding. As per manager food was there less than 2 hours. Manager moved items to standing door reach in cooler during inspection. cooked chicken (43F - Cold Holding); cooked chorizo (42F - Cold Holding) at 2:22pm**Corrective Action Taken** **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw shell eggs stored above vegetables in reach in cooler near to kitchen entrance door.
08A-04-5
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed in hand wash sink in kitchen area. Also in bathroom. Employee restocked during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service.
02B-02-5
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cooked rice and cooked pork over 24 hours inside reach in cooler. Employee date marked during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
02C-02-5
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed chlorine spray bottle not labeled with common name in kitchen area. Manager labeled during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
41-17-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed plastic bowl inside salt container. Employee removed during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
14-01-5
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. **Corrected On-Site**
42-01-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed salt container not labeled with common name in kitchen area. Also bin with flour under preparation table.Employee labeled during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
02D-01-5
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Con Sabor last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Con Sabor on file is from Mar 23, 2026. The public record contains nine inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Con Sabor?

Across the inspection record, “ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer” has been cited five times, more than any other issue at Con Sabor.

How does Con Sabor compare to other restaurants in Homestead?

Con Sabor most recently scored 33 out of 100, which is lower than the Homestead average of 70.

Has Con Sabor's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Con Sabor have averaged around 14 violations per visit, up from roughly eight earlier in the record.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at Con Sabor 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 Con Sabor inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Con Sabor is inspected around three times per year on average.