Havana Libre Cuban Cuisine
Last inspected: Apr 14, 2026
86
Score
Across the available record, Havana Libre Cuban Cuisine has nine inspections on file, the first dated 2022. The most recent report on file is from Apr 14, 2026. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.
Things have been moving in the right direction, with the rolling count dropping from around seven violations to closer to three violations per visit.
The most common issue across all inspections has been “handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing”, showing up three times.
Compared to the broader Naples restaurant scene, where the average is 81, this is a stronger showing. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.
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Inspections
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Critical latest
1
Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 14, 2026
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
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Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification and no other certified food service manager employed at this location. **Warning**
53A-02-7
Basic - Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. In the walk in cooler, observed three packs of salmon and two packs of white fish in the commercially reduced oxygen packaging. Operator stated foods were just placed in the walk in cooler to thaw an hour prior to inspection. Operator immediately removed fish from reduced oxygen packaging. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
06-09-1
86
Dec 5, 2025
Routine - Food
2 major violations.
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Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. - From follow-up inspection 2025-12-05: Operator unable to provide Food Manager Certification. **Admin Complaint**
53A-01-7
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Two spray bottles on housekeeping cart are not labeled. - From follow-up inspection 2025-12-05: Spray bottles in the cleaning cart are not labeled. **Time Extended**
41-17-4
82
Oct 3, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 5 major violations.
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High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Raw beef was placed over ready to eat beans in the walk in cooler. Operator moved foods for proper storage. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-02-6
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. There was food being thawed in handwashing sink in the main kitchen. Operator moved food from handwashing sink. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
53A-01-7
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink in the server prep area.
31B-02-4
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. Employees begun signing food employee reporting agreement. **Corrective Action Taken**
11-26-1
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Two spray bottles on housekeeping cart are not labeled.
41-17-4
52
Feb 14, 2025
Food-Licensing Inspection
2 minor violations.
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Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Proper Sanitizer Contact Time and Concentration
FL-33
90
Mar 13, 2024
Routine - Food
3 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 4 violations
Intermediate - No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Four cooks and two servers observed with no Certified Food Manager present. 11-28-23 **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
53A-05-6
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. In server area near bar **Warning**
41-17-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed Hand washing sink being used for thawing food. Operator moved food. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
31A-11-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters have accumulated grease and debris **Warning**
23-03-4
70
Nov 28, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 6 major violations. 7 minor violations.
View 14 violations
High Priority - Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Dishwasher (Chlorine 0ppm) Operator changed sanitizer bucket Secondary test ; Dishwasher (Chlorine 50ppm) **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
22-41-4
Intermediate - Establishment advertised a specific fish on the menu/menu board but served another type of fish. Kingfish is being offered on the menu and Wahoo is being used instead. Per operator, kingfish has been substituted for wahoo and customers are told so upon ordering. **Admin Complaint**
52-04-5
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. In kitchen Hand washing sink being used to thaw fish **Warning**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. **Warning**
16-37-1
Intermediate - No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Observed Two servers and three cooks with no certified food manager present **Warning**
53A-05-6
Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. **Warning**
53B-01-5
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.5-25-23 **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
11-26-1
Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. One in bar and two near back door, unsecured **Warning**
51-11-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. **Warning**
22-20-5
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. 5-25-23 Flour, sugar and breadcrumb bin not labeled **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
02D-01-5
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed frozen snapper being thawed in standing water **Warning**
06-01-5
Basic - Ten (10) foot-candles of light at least 30 inches from floor not provided in walk-in cooler. No lights provided in walk in cooler **Warning**
38-04-4
Basic - Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. Back door from kitchen not self closing **Warning**
35B-03-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters have accumulated grease and debris **Warning**
23-03-4
33
May 25, 2023
Routine - Food
6 critical violations. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 9 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Proper Eating, Tasting, Drinking, or Tobacco Use
FL-06
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
21
Jan 12, 2023
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Sewage and Wastewater Properly Disposed
FL-27
Toxic Substances Properly Identified, Stored, Used
FL-32
70
Jul 18, 2022
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no chemical test kit. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-07-18: **Time Extended**
16-37-1
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Observed fruit box on the floor in the walk in cooler. Operator removed fruit box over top shelf. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-07-18: There is a box of pineapples on the floor in the walk-in cooler. **Time Extended**
08B-47-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed rusted shelves in walk in cooler. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-07-18: **Time Extended**
14-17-4
82
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Havana Libre Cuban Cuisine last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Havana Libre Cuban Cuisine on file is from Apr 14, 2026. The public record contains nine inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Havana Libre Cuban Cuisine?
Across the inspection record, “handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Havana Libre Cuban Cuisine.
How does Havana Libre Cuban Cuisine compare to other restaurants in Naples?
Havana Libre Cuban Cuisine most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is higher than the Naples average of 81.
Has Havana Libre Cuban Cuisine's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Havana Libre Cuban Cuisine have averaged around three violations per visit, down from roughly seven earlier in the record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Havana Libre Cuban Cuisine means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.
How often is Havana Libre Cuban Cuisine inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Havana Libre Cuban Cuisine is inspected around two times per year on average.
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