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Garbat Pizza Cubana

5522 Nw 163Rd St, Miami Lakes, FL 33014
Pizza
Last inspected: Oct 11, 2025
74
Score
Medium Risk

Public records show seven inspections at Garbat Pizza Cubana stretching back to 2022. Garbat Pizza Cubana was last inspected on Oct 11, 2025. A medium risk rating points to a few notable findings at the last inspection, though nothing severe.

Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around four violations each.

When inspectors have written things up, “time/temperature control for safety food cold held” has been the most frequent reason, cited two times.

Garbat Pizza Cubana scores about where you'd expect for a Miami Lakes restaurant. Nothing in the record is alarming, but there's room to improve.

7
Inspections
1
Critical latest
1
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Oct 11, 2025
Complaint Full
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-10-11: Still observed **Time Extended**
50-17-3
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Irenia. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-10-11: Still observed **Time Extended**
53B-13-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Coffee and sugar container. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-10-11: Still observed **Time Extended**
02D-01-5
74
Oct 10, 2025
Complaint Full
4 critical violations. 2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 9 violations
High Priority - Bare hand contact with ready-to-eat food while the establishment is under a foodborne illness investigation. Observed employees cut tomatoes while preparing sandwich without wearing gloves. **Warning**
09-02-5
High Priority - Establishment operating with no potable running water. Water tank was refilled during inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
27-12-4
High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. **Warning**
50-17-3
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cheese (55F - Cold Holding); beef (53F - Cold Holding); milk (51F - Cold Holding); spaghettis (51F - Cold Holding); burger (53F - Cold Holding), for less than 4 hours as per operator, in reach in cooler. Operator placed food items under ice. **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - No running water at three-compartment sink. Water tank was refilled during inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
27-09-4
Intermediate - Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Irenia. **Warning**
53B-13-5
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Coffee and sugar container. **Warning**
02D-01-5
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed cup inside sugar container. **Warning**
14-01-5
Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. **Warning**
10-08-5
39
Jul 2, 2025
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 1 major violation.
View 4 violations
High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed pizza dough stored in thank you bags. Operator removed it and placed in clear bags. **Corrected On-Site**
14-31-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cheese pizza (84F - Cold Holding) for less than 4 hours as per operator, operator placed inside reach in cooler. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed hot dogs (130F - Hot Holding) for less than 4 hours as per operator. Operator reheat at 165°F. **Corrected On-Site**
03B-01-6
Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
05-08-4
58
Nov 18, 2024
Routine - Food
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure
FL-25
Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed
FL-50
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
86
Jul 18, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Procedures for Responding to Vomiting/Diarrheal Events
FL-05
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed
FL-50
55
Aug 28, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation.
View 1 violation
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
86
Sep 26, 2022
Routine - Food
1 critical violation.
View 1 violation
Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed
FL-50
86

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Garbat Pizza Cubana last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Garbat Pizza Cubana on file is from Oct 11, 2025. The public record contains seven inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Garbat Pizza Cubana?

Across the inspection record, “time/temperature control for safety food cold held” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Garbat Pizza Cubana.

How does Garbat Pizza Cubana compare to other restaurants in Miami Lakes?

Garbat Pizza Cubana most recently scored 74 out of 100, which is about the same as the Miami Lakes average of 74.

Has Garbat Pizza Cubana's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Garbat Pizza Cubana have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Garbat Pizza Cubana 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 Garbat Pizza Cubana inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Garbat Pizza Cubana is inspected around two times per year on average.

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