Havana Sugar
Last inspected: Oct 28, 2025
39
Score
Public records show four inspections at Havana Sugar stretching back to 2024. The newest entry in the record is dated Oct 28, 2025. Diners may want to take note: high risk reflects issues that a health inspector considered important.
Things have been moving the wrong way, with the rolling count rising from around 10 violations to closer to 14 violations per visit.
“Establishment has no written procedures for employees” comes up most often, recorded three times in the inspection record.
By comparison, the average Homestead facility scores 70, putting Havana Sugar on the weaker side. The pattern in the record is worth a careful look.
4
Inspections
2
Critical latest
1
Major latest
11
Minor latest
Inspection History
Oct 28, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 11 minor violations.
View 14 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed reach in cooler next to triple sink with ambient temp of 48F. The following TCS foods stored inside: milk (46F - Cold Holding); sour cream (47F - Cold Holding). As per operator, more than 4 hours stored inside.
03A-02-5
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed reach in cooler next to triple sink with ambient temp of 48F. The following TCS foods stored inside: milk (46F - Cold Holding); sour cream (47F - Cold Holding). As per operator, more than 4 hours stored inside.
01B-02-5
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**
11-27-4
Basic - Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed unsealed concrete in front of triple sink.
36-02-5
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed in reach in cooler; ice buildup.
14-69-4
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 next to triple sink with ambient temp of 48F. The following TCS foods stored inside: milk (46F - Cold Holding); sour cream (47F - Cold Holding).
14-74-7
Basic - Improper storage of maintenance equipment that interferes with cleaning. Observed mop sink with single service items stored inside; inaccessible.
42-02-4
Basic - Interior of refrigerator or freezer in disrepair/has exposed insulation. Observed at reach in freezer in kitchen as well as ice cream at front counter.
14-36-5
Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Observed no poster; inspector provided via email. **Corrective Action Taken**
51-13-4
Basic - No copy of latest inspection report available. Observed no copy on site.
51-18-6
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled gaskets in reach in cooler.
23-03-4
Basic - Open dumpster lid. Observed lid open at time of inspection.
33-16-4
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed in kitchen on floor; box of cups.
25-05-4
Basic - Unnecessary items stored in garbage enclosure. Observed wooden planks stored in dumpster area.
33-30-4
39
Oct 7, 2024
Routine - Food
5 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed no training for Stephanie, Brenda and Jenny. - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-07: Observed no training available. **Admin Complaint**
53B-02-5
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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. - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-07: **Time Extended**
11-26-1
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. - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-07: **Time Extended**
11-27-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no chlorine test strips available. - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-07: No test strips available. **Time Extended**
16-37-1
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products. **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-07: Did not observed. **Time Extended**
05-08-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Twenty (20) foot-candles of light at least 30 inches from floor not provided in handwashing, warewashing, or equipment and utensil storage areas. - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-07: Still observed. **Time Extended**
38-02-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed on sugar container at preparation area. - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-07: Still observed. **Corrected On-Site**
10-01-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. Observed on unisex bathroom. **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-07: Still observed. **Time Extended**
32-12-5
52
Jul 26, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 6 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 13 violations
High Priority - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Observed carrot cake date on 07/14 operator discarded during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
02C-01-5
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed carrot cake date on 07/14 operator discarded during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
01B-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 dessert not date marked, as per operator from previous day. **Corrected On-Site**
02C-02-5
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.
11-27-4
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no chlorine test strips available.
16-37-1
Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products. **Repeat Violation**
05-08-4
Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed no training for Stephanie, Brenda and Jenny.
53B-02-5
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.
11-26-1
Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. Observed on unisex bathroom. **Repeat Violation**
32-12-5
Basic - In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed on sugar container at preparation area.
10-01-5
Basic - Twenty (20) foot-candles of light at least 30 inches from floor not provided in handwashing, warewashing, or equipment and utensil storage areas.
38-02-4
Basic - Unnecessary items stored in garbage enclosure. Observed paint gallons stored on floor at front counter, also observed by 3 compartment sink.
33-30-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed at front counter.
21-12-4
32
Jan 18, 2024
Food-Licensing Inspection
2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
05-08-4
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed at the hand wash sink.
31B-03-4
Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors.
32-04-4
Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
32-12-5
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Havana Sugar last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Havana Sugar on file is from Oct 28, 2025. The public record contains four inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Havana Sugar?
Across the inspection record, “establishment has no written procedures for employees” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Havana Sugar.
How does Havana Sugar compare to other restaurants in Homestead?
Havana Sugar most recently scored 39 out of 100, which is lower than the Homestead average of 70.
Has Havana Sugar's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Havana Sugar have averaged around 14 violations per visit, up from roughly 10 earlier in the record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Havana Sugar 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 Havana Sugar inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Havana Sugar is inspected around two times per year on average.
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