Henry's Cuban Cafe 4

245 N Banana River Dr, Merritt Island, FL 32952

Café / Breakfast

Last inspected: Apr 1, 2026

Score

High Risk

Henry's Cuban Cafe 4 appears in inspection records five times, starting in 2024. Inspectors last stopped by on Apr 1, 2026. High risk indicates the latest inspection turned up problems worth knowing about.

The picture has gotten worse over the last few visits, with the average climbing from around two violations to closer to six violations.

“Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing two times across the record.

The city-wide average sits at 77, which Henry's Cuban Cafe 4's 47 doesn't quite reach. This restaurant has more on its record than most do.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Apr 1, 2026

Routine - Food

4 critical violations. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.

View 6 violations

High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. First aid kits stored on shelf over reach-in freezer. Operator moved **Corrected On-Site**

41-10-4

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. In hot holding display case on front counter empanada (128F - Hot Holding)

03B-01-6

High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw chorizo stored over cooked foods in reach-in cooler. Operator moved **Corrected On-Site**

08A-05-6

High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Please renew within 30 days of expiration date to avoid additional charges

50-17-3

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. New hire Jose has not signed. **Corrected On-Site**

11-26-1

Basic - Stored food not covered. Bagged foods in reach-in freezer are not closed. Operator closed **Corrected On-Site**

08B-12-5

Dec 2, 2025

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 1 minor violation.

View 2 violations

Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Utensil in hand wash sink in kitchen. Employee removed fork. **Corrected On-Site**

31A-11-4

Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Plastic forks, knives and spoons not stored inverted. Employee inverted utensils. **Corrected On-Site**

25-06-4

Jul 17, 2025

Routine - Food

1 critical violation.

View 1 violation

High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Plastic shopping bags with printed ink used to store foods **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-07-17: **Time Extended**

14-31-5

May 12, 2025

Routine - Food

3 critical violations. 4 major violations. 4 minor violations.

View 11 violations

High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Plastic shopping bags with printed ink used to store foods **Warning**

14-31-5

High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. License expired on April 1, 2025 **Warning**

50-17-3

High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw bacon and raw chorizo stored in reach in cooler on top shelf over cooked foods. Operator moved **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**

08A-05-6

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. Both employees stated that they have been working for more than 4 months **Warning**

53B-02-5

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

11-26-1

Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Hand wash sink in hallway between triple sink and kitchen areas **Warning**

31B-03-4

Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Mop stored in used mop water between uses **Warning**

42-01-4

Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Raw chicken sitting in sink thawing by Ambient Air. Moved to reach in cooler **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**

06-01-5

Basic - Reuse of single-service or single-use articles. Operator is rinsing and reusing plastic bags to store foods **Warning**

25-32-4

Basic - Objectionable odors in bathroom or other areas of the establishment. Mop sink room **Warning**

36-64-5

Sep 23, 2024

Food-Licensing Inspection

2 major violations. 2 minor violations.

View 4 violations

Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Expired in 2022

16-37-1

Intermediate - Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Provided for operator **Corrected On-Site**

02B-02-5

Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Provided to operator **Corrected On-Site**

51-13-4

Basic - Building components, attachments or fixtures in poor repair. Wall above service window is not finished. Exposed drywall and wooden studs

36-51-4

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Henry's Cuban Cafe 4 last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Henry's Cuban Cafe 4 on file is from Apr 1, 2026. The public record contains five inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Henry's Cuban Cafe 4?

Across the inspection record, “raw animal food stored over/not properly separated” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Henry's Cuban Cafe 4.

How does Henry's Cuban Cafe 4 compare to other restaurants in Merritt Island?

Henry's Cuban Cafe 4 most recently scored 47 out of 100, which is lower than the Merritt Island average of 77.

Has Henry's Cuban Cafe 4's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Henry's Cuban Cafe 4 have averaged around six violations per visit, up from roughly two earlier in the record.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at Henry's Cuban Cafe 4 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 Henry's Cuban Cafe 4 inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Henry's Cuban Cafe 4 is inspected around three times per year on average.

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