La Cocinita Cuba Fusion

333 W 23 St, Hialeah, FL 33010
Mexican / Latin
Last inspected: Jun 27, 2025
43
Score
High Risk

Across the available record, La Cocinita Cuba Fusion has three inspections on file, the first dated 2023. The most recent visit was on Jun 27, 2025. Diners may want to take note: high risk reflects issues that a health inspector considered important.

The picture has gotten worse over the last few visits, with the average climbing from around three violations to closer to 10 violations.

“No proof provided that food employees are informed” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing two times across the record.

Compared to other Hialeah restaurants (averaging 76), there's room to close the gap. Diners may want to weigh the inspection history when deciding to visit.

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Inspections
1
Critical latest
5
Major latest
4
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jun 27, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 5 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 10 violations
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw marinated chicken stored over raw beef. Operator stored properly. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08A-20-5
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed handwashing sink being used as a dump sink. **Warning**
31A-11-4
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. Observed for employee Yaislemy F. **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. **Warning**
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. **Warning**
11-27-4
Intermediate - Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ **Warning**
53A-03-7
Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. **Warning**
51-13-4
Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed single service to go plates not inverted. Operator inverted to go plates. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
25-06-4
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed four filets of swai (frozen) thawing at room temperature. Operator began thawing under cold running water. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
06-01-5
Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. **Warning**
21-04-4
43
Feb 8, 2024
Routine - Food
3 major violations.
View 3 violations
Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products. **Repeat Violation**
05-08-4
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.
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.
11-27-4
74
Jun 23, 2023
Food-Licensing Inspection
2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
Procedures for Responding to Vomiting/Diarrheal Events
FL-05
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was La Cocinita Cuba Fusion last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at La Cocinita Cuba Fusion on file is from Jun 27, 2025. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at La Cocinita Cuba Fusion?

Across the inspection record, “no proof provided that food employees are informed” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at La Cocinita Cuba Fusion.

How does La Cocinita Cuba Fusion compare to other restaurants in Hialeah?

La Cocinita Cuba Fusion most recently scored 43 out of 100, which is lower than the Hialeah average of 76.

Has La Cocinita Cuba Fusion's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at La Cocinita Cuba Fusion have averaged around 10 violations per visit, up from roughly three earlier in the record.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at La Cocinita Cuba Fusion 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 La Cocinita Cuba Fusion inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, La Cocinita Cuba Fusion is inspected roughly once per year on average.