Havana Cuban Restaurant
Last inspected: Mar 20, 2026
74
Score
Across the available record, Havana Cuban Restaurant has eight inspections on file, the first dated 2022. Inspectors last stopped by on Mar 20, 2026. A medium risk score generally means inspectors found things to fix, though most weren't urgent.
Recent inspections have turned up roughly the same number of issues each time, hovering near six violations per visit.
“Handwash sink not accessible for employee use” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing three times across the record.
Compared to other North Fort Myers restaurants (averaging 89), there's room to close the gap. The inspection history reads as standard for a restaurant of this size.
8
Inspections
0
Critical latest
1
Major latest
4
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 20, 2026
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
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Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed spray bottle no label clear liquid in prep kitchen.
41-17-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. **Repeat Violation**
14-11-5
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no hand washing sign by hand washing sink in prep kitchen near walk in freezer.
31B-04-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed buildup of dust and debris on wall behind three compartment sink.
36-27-5
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed bulk container of sugar unlabeled by front counter.
02D-01-5
74
Sep 11, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
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High Priority - Employee washed hands with no soap. Observed employee wash hands at hand washing sink in prep kitchen which had broken soap dispenser. Discussed proper hand washing practices with Operator. Operator replaced a manual soap dispenser until it could be replaced. **Corrective Action Taken**
12A-20-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed long stirring spoon inside hand washing sink at front counter. Operator removed spoon. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - Soap dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense soap. Observed soap dispenser unable to disperse soap in kitchen area. Operator put manual dispenser in place until it can be repaired. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-06-4
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee preparing food in prep kitchen with no hair restraint. Employee put on hat. **Corrected On-Site**
13-03-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed broken/cracked gaskets in reach in cooler kitchen area.
14-11-5
Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. **Repeat Violation**
51-13-4
61
Mar 27, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
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High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed frozen chicken stored in non food grade retail bags inside walk in freezer.
14-31-5
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw beef over cooked ready to eat beans and cooked beef in rice. Operator moved raw to separate shelf. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed desk fan inside hand washing sink in kitchen. Operator removed from sink. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
Basic - Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed employee wearing a bracelet while serving food.
13-07-4
Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. **Repeat Violation**
51-13-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no hand washing sign at hand washing sink at front counter and hand washing sink in prep kitchen area. Provided Operator hand washing sign via email. **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation**
31B-04-4
58
Nov 1, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
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Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Plumbing Maintained; Sewage Disposal
FL-51
82
Mar 12, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 3 minor violations.
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High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. raw pork (47F - Cold Holding); raw pork skins (49F - Cold Holding) in stand up reach-in cooler in kitchen. The owner moved all raw products into walk-in cooler. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Emailed owner Time Public Health Control Paperwork for display case on front counter Chicken tamales and meat croquettes. **Corrective Action Taken**
03F-10-5
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed pork in stand up reach-in cooler not date marked.
02C-02-5
Intermediate - Water with a temperature of at least 100 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed hot water shut off at hand washing sink in kitchen.
27-16-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair.
36-32-5
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 stand up reach-in cooler in kitchen ambient temperature 48F
14-74-7
Basic - Self-closing device on bathroom door disconnected/broken. **Repeat Violation**
32-17-4
55
Aug 17, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 4 major violations. 4 minor violations.
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Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated
FL-13
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Toxic Substances Properly Identified, Stored, Used
FL-32
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
Food Temperature Measuring Devices Provided and Accurate
FL-46
35
Mar 17, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 10 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw chicken stored over ready to eat soup with pasta in reach in cooler in kitchen area. Operator moved chicken to bottom shelf during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
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. Provided Operator with Employee Reporting Agreement DBPR Form HR 5030-103 via email. **Corrective Action Taken**
11-26-1
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. Provided Operator with Clean up Form DBPR HR 5030-104 via email. **Corrective Action Taken**
11-27-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels in unisex restroom. Employee refilled during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed ceiling not smooth and easily cleanable in prep kitchen by walk-in cooler. **Repeat Violation**
36-37-5
Basic - Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed employee wearing a watch while preparing food for customers. **Repeat Violation**
13-07-4
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed tongs hanging on front of oven at thigh level in kitchen area. Operator removed tongs. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
10-20-4
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed beef thawing in prep sink in standing water. Operator turned on water. **Corrected On-Site**
06-01-5
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wet wiping cloths on cutting board of roll top reach in cooler at front counter not stored in sanitizer solution. Operator moved cloths to sanitizer bucket. **Corrected On-Site**
21-12-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed bulk sugar unlabeled in plastic containers at front counter. Operator labeled during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
02D-01-5
47
Aug 10, 2022
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed spray bottle of Windex next to to go straws and sugar shakers behind drink reach in cooler. Operator moved to chemical shelf. **Corrected On-Site**
41-10-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener blade with buildup of debris in prep kitchen next to walk-in freezer.
22-02-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed serving spoon in hand washing sink by front counter across from steam table. Operator removed from sink. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed metal pans wet nesting on stainless steel shelf above table across from three compartment sink. **Repeat Violation**
24-08-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed sack of onions stored on floor across from walk-in cooler. Operator moved to shelf. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed tongs on oven handle in kitchen. Operator moved tongs to counter. **Corrected On-Site**
10-20-4
Basic - Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed employee wearing a watch while preparing food for customers.
13-07-4
Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed ceiling not smooth and easily cleanable in prep kitchen by walk-in cooler . **Repeat Violation**
36-37-5
55
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Havana Cuban Restaurant last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Havana Cuban Restaurant on file is from Mar 20, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Havana Cuban Restaurant?
Across the inspection record, “handwash sink not accessible for employee use” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Havana Cuban Restaurant.
How does Havana Cuban Restaurant compare to other restaurants in North Fort Myers?
Havana Cuban Restaurant most recently scored 74 out of 100, which is lower than the North Fort Myers average of 89.
Has Havana Cuban Restaurant's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Havana Cuban Restaurant have averaged around six violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Havana Cuban Restaurant 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 Havana Cuban Restaurant inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Havana Cuban Restaurant is inspected around two times per year on average.
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