Sabor Cubano Alex
Last inspected: Jan 30, 2026
70
Score
Across the available record, Sabor Cubano Alex has nine inspections on file, the first dated 2022. On Jan 30, 2026, the health department conducted the most recent visit. The medium risk tier sits in the middle: not spotless, but not alarming either.
Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with counts hovering near four violations per visit.
When inspectors have written things up, “no soap provided at handwash sink” has been the most frequent reason, cited four times.
The city-wide average sits at 74, which Sabor Cubano Alex's 70 doesn't quite reach. The inspection history reads as standard for a restaurant of this size.
9
Inspections
0
Critical latest
1
Major latest
5
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 30, 2026
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed at front counter. **Repeat Violation**
31B-03-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. **Repeat Violation**
22-20-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling vent dusty over washing area.
36-34-5
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee water on cutting board on prep table.
12B-07-4
Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. **Repeat Violation**
10-08-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Reach in cooler door gaskets soiled.
23-03-4
70
Sep 9, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 5 violations
High Priority - Observed: Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed sliced cheese (50F - Cold Holding); sliced ham (49F - Cold Holding) inside reach in cooler across reach in freezer. As per operator for less than 4 hrs. Operator placed in another cooler for rapid cooling. **Corrective Action Taken** Priority: High Priority
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Observed: Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed plastic container stored inside hand sink at kitchen. Employee removed the container. **Corrected On-Site** Priority: Intermediate
31A-11-4
Intermediate - Observed: No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed at kitchen. Operator provided. **Corrected On-Site** Priority: Intermediate
31B-03-4
Basic - Observed: Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed ice machine has Accumulation of black mold like substance at front counter. Priority: Basic
22-20-5
Basic - Observed: Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Observed at front counter. Operator placed the handle upwards. **Corrected On-Site** Priority: Basic
10-08-5
64
Apr 10, 2025
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Feb 7, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 3 major violations.
View 5 violations
High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed raw beef stored inside Nonfood-grade bags inside reach in freezer. **Warning**
14-31-5
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken stored over raw beef inside reach in cooler. Operator properly arranged products. **Warning**
08A-20-5
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed at kitchen. Operator provided the soap. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
31B-03-4
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/ Observed Lazaro Rodriguez expired on 1/30/2025. **Warning**
53A-03-7
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed plastic bucket inside hand sink. Operator removed the bucket. **Warning**
31A-11-4
55
Jul 23, 2024
Routine - Food
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
86
Apr 24, 2024
Routine - Food
3 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 5 violations
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. Discussed and provided to manager via email. **Repeat Violation**
11-27-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed white cutting soiled with food debris on preparation table.
22-02-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at women's restroom **Repeat Violation**
31B-02-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed ceiling tiles with water damage at kitchen area.
36-32-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler door gaskets soiled. **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
67
Feb 19, 2024
Routine - Food
4 critical violations. 3 major violations. 8 minor violations.
View 15 violations
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from one another based upon minimum required cooking temperature when stored in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed chicken wings over French fries stored inside reach in freezer.
08A-17-6
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cut tomato (70F - Cold Holding) stored on shelve over sandwich preparation station as per employee for half hour. Employee placed the food item inside reach in cooler for rapid cooling. **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. **Repeat Violation**
29-42-4
High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed license expired 10/1/2023. Manager paid during inspection. Validation number 238699188 **Corrected On-Site**
50-17-3
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. Discussed and provided to manager in printed form.
11-27-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed spray bottle with degreaser and soap stored inside hand wash sink next to triple sink. Employee removed the items. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at women's restroom.
31B-02-4
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed oven door handles at kitchen soiled with accumulation of grease.
23-24-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling vent dusty at kitchen area. **Repeat Violation**
36-34-5
Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. Observed at women's restroom.
32-12-5
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee drink on cutting board. Employee removed the drink. **Corrected On-Site**
12B-07-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed cooking oil stored on kitchen floor under triple sink.
08B-38-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler door gaskets soiled. Also observed hood filters soiled with grease.
23-03-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed pork belly inside reach in cooler not covered. Employee covered during inspection.
08B-12-5
Basic - Wood food-contact surface not properly sealed. Observed under sandwich preparation area.
14-06-4
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Apr 10, 2023
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 3 major violations. 7 minor violations.
View 13 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw steak stored above sliced ham. Manager rearranged properly during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cut tomato (48F - Cold Holding) as per employee less than 30 minutes, employee moved to reach in cooler.
03A-02-5
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
29-42-4
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. Provided sign during inspection.
11-27-4
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. Provided form during inspection.
11-26-1
Intermediate - Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed expired training for Jennifer C. And Yusmary G. On the 01/30/2023.
53B-14-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed in kitchen area.
36-34-5
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed personal phone on preparation table. Employee removed during inspection.
40-06-5
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. **Repeat Violation**
13-03-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed a case of cooking oil stored on floor.
08B-38-4
Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.
51-13-4
Basic - No copy of latest inspection report available.
51-18-6
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled with grease hood filters.
23-03-4
33
Jul 18, 2022
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 5 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 14 violations
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken above raw steak stored in reach in cooler. Employee rearranged properly during inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
08A-20-5
High Priority - Shell eggs not stored at an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less. Observed shell eggs at room temperature in preparation table. As per employee shell eggs was there less than 30 minutes.Employee moved to reach in cooler during inspection. **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation**
03A-03-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed container with raw steak at 54°F in preparation table. Employee moved to reach in cooler during inspection. As per employee food was there less than four hours. **Corrected On-Site**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled white cutting board in preparation table.
22-02-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed wiping cloths inside front hand wash sink. Employee removed during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed in hand wash sink in kitchen. Also in women bathroom.Employee restocked during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed in hand wash sink in kitchen. Employee restocked during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-03-4
Intermediate - Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed no training for Francis F. Employee has been working more than 60 days.
53B-13-5
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
50-09-4
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. **Repeat Violation**
13-03-4
Basic - Frozen time/temperature control for safety food being slacked at room temperature is no longer frozen solid. Observed container with raw steak at 54°F in preparation table. As per employee steak was there less than 4 hours. Employee moved to reach in cooler during inspection. **Corrective Action Taken**
06-06-5
Basic - Open dumpster lid.
33-16-4
Basic - Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Observed in unit in front counter. Employee removed during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
12B-13-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed in front hand wash sink. Employee removed during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
21-12-4
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Sabor Cubano Alex last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Sabor Cubano Alex on file is from Jan 30, 2026. The public record contains nine inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Sabor Cubano Alex?
Across the inspection record, “no soap provided at handwash sink” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Sabor Cubano Alex.
How does Sabor Cubano Alex compare to other restaurants in Miami?
Sabor Cubano Alex most recently scored 70 out of 100, which is lower than the Miami average of 74.
Has Sabor Cubano Alex's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Sabor Cubano Alex have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Sabor Cubano Alex means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.
How often is Sabor Cubano Alex inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Sabor Cubano Alex is inspected around three times per year on average.
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