Pasteleria Cubana

4256 W 12 Ave, Hialeah, FL 33012

Mexican / Latin

Last inspected: Jan 6, 2026

Score

Low Risk

Going back to 2022, Pasteleria Cubana has eight inspections in the public record. The newest entry in the record is dated Jan 6, 2026. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.

There hasn't been much movement either way: counts have stayed near two violations per visit across recent inspections.

The pattern that stands out is “wet wiping cloth not stored”, which has been cited three times.

Pasteleria Cubana's latest score of 90 sits above the Hialeah average of 76. Overall, the inspection record reads well.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Jan 6, 2026

Routine - Food

2 minor violations.

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Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed cellphone on top of preparation table. Manager removed cellphone. **Corrected On-Site**

40-06-5

Basic - Unwrapped single-service utensils not presented so that only the handles are touched. Observed sporks not stored properly. Operator stored with handle upwards. **Corrected On-Site**

25-02-4

Jul 21, 2025

Routine - Food

2 minor violations.

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Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed flour containers not labeled.

02D-01-5

Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed cooking oil containers stored on the floor by fryer. **Repeat Violation**

08B-38-4

Dec 26, 2024

Routine - Food

1 minor violation.

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Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed at kitchen prep table. **Repeat Violation**

21-12-4

Jul 29, 2024

Routine - Food

2 minor violations.

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Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures

FL-21

Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place

FL-36

Mar 15, 2024

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 1 minor violation.

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Food Obtained from Approved Sources

FL-11

Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place

FL-36

Oct 18, 2023

Routine - Food

2 minor violations.

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Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed at kitchen area.

36-34-5

Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed towel on prep table at kitchen **Repeat Violation**

21-12-4

Apr 7, 2023

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 1 minor violation.

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High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed license expired 10/01/2022 Manager renewed license at time of inspectio. Confirmation# 226049960 **Corrected On-Site**

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.

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

Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed cup inside hand wash sink. Manager removed cup fro inside hand wash sink. **Corrected On-Site**

31A-11-4

Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning.

16-46-4

Jul 25, 2022

Routine - Food

5 critical violations. 2 minor violations.

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High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken tender over raw pork inside standing freezer.

08A-20-5

High Priority - Shell eggs not stored at an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less. Observed raw shell at room temperature on top of prep table. Operator moved raw shell eggs inside cooler. **Corrected On-Site**

03A-03-5

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed ham croquettes (119F - Hot Holding); chicken croquettes (122F - Hot Holding); stuff potatoes (116F - Hot Holding); ham and cheese empanadas (111F - Hot Holding); beef empanadas (118F - Hot Holding)stored inside hot box at front counter. As per operator has been there approximately 30 minutes before the inspection, operator reheated to 180F.

03B-01-6

High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed bottle of windex stored on top of prep table next to slicer. **Corrected On-Site**

41-10-4

High Priority - Container of medicine improperly stored. Observed bottle of metronidazole stored on top of prep table. **Corrected On-Site**

41-07-4

Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Throughout the kitchen area.

36-32-5

Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. **Corrected On-Site**

21-12-4

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Pasteleria Cubana last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Pasteleria Cubana on file is from Jan 6, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Pasteleria Cubana?

Across the inspection record, “wet wiping cloth not stored” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Pasteleria Cubana.

How does Pasteleria Cubana compare to other restaurants in Hialeah?

Pasteleria Cubana most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is higher than the Hialeah average of 76.

Has Pasteleria Cubana's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Pasteleria Cubana have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Pasteleria Cubana 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 Pasteleria Cubana inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Pasteleria Cubana is inspected around two times per year on average.

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