Sabor Latino Cubano Criollo
Last inspected: Nov 10, 2025
25
Score
Public records show seven inspections at Sabor Latino Cubano Criollo stretching back to 2022. Inspectors last stopped by on Nov 10, 2025. The high risk label is a heads-up that the most recent visit didn't go well.
There hasn't been much movement either way: counts have stayed near nine violations per visit across recent inspections.
“Food stored on floor” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing four times across the record.
That's lower than the typical Miami restaurant, which scores around 74. Diners may want to weigh the inspection history when deciding to visit.
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Inspections
5
Critical latest
1
Major latest
11
Minor latest
Inspection History
Nov 10, 2025
Routine - Food
5 critical violations. 1 major violation. 11 minor violations.
View 17 violations
High Priority - Container of medicine improperly stored. Observed medicine stored on shelf on top of preparation table at back kitchen area. Operator stored properly during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
41-07-4
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Stuffe Potato (130F - Hot Holding) at hot holding unit at front counter. Operator increased temperature of hot holding unit during inspection. Also observed Ham Croquettes (132F - Hot Holding) at hot holding unit at front counter. Operator increased temperature of hot holding unit during inspection. **Corrective Action Taken**
03B-01-6
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Criolla Sauce (47F - Cold Holding) on reach cooler at cook line. As per operator over 24 hours Operator discarded during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed Criolla Sauce (47F - Cold Holding) on reach cooler at cook line. As per operator over 24 hours Operator discarded during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
01B-02-5
High Priority - Pesticide/insecticide labeled for household use only present in establishment. Observed several containers stored under dry stored rack at back kitchen. Operator discarded during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
41-05-4
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed chlorine test kit expired 2019.
16-37-1
Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed at cook line area. **Repeat Violation**
36-37-5
Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed bowls not inverted on rack outside of walk in cooler.
24-05-4
Basic - Clean utensils stored between equipment and wall. Observed clean knifes stored between wall and pipe at back kitchen area. Operator removed it en stored properly during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
24-14-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed taro roots cases stored on the floor at walk in freezer. Operator stored properly during inspection. Also observed chicken bullion cases stored on the floor outside of walk in freezer. Operator stored properly during inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
08B-38-4
Basic - Grease receptacle/dumpster not on proper pad/nonabsorbent surface. Observed outside dumpster not on a flat smooth surface.
33-23-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed on the floor at walk in freezer. **Repeat Violation**
14-69-4
Basic - Missing drain plug at dumpster.
33-11-4
Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.
51-13-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gaskets soiled at double door reach in freezer. **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall with mold like substance behind dishwasher machine. Operator cleaned it during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
36-27-5
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed flour container with no label on rack at back kitchen area.
02D-01-5
25
Mar 10, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Proper Sanitizer Contact Time and Concentration
FL-33
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
50
Dec 6, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Washing Fruits and Vegetables
FL-42
Proper Eating, Tasting, Drinking, or Tobacco Use
FL-06
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
74
Apr 2, 2024
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 3 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
Insects, Rodents, and Animals Not Present
FL-38
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
47
Oct 30, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 5 violations
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Quaternary ammonium sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Observed quaternary ammonium solution at 0ppm at 3 compartment sink at front counter. Manager added quaternary ammonium tablet to solution. **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-30: Observed 3 compartment sink not set up at time of callback inspection. **Time Extended**
22-43-4
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed hose connections behind dish machine. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-30: Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed hose connections behind dish machine. **Time Extended**
29-34-4
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. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-30: 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. **Time Extended**
11-27-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Food stored on floor.Observed plastic container of cooking oil stored on floor at cook line. Manager removed item. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-30: Food stored on floor.Observed plastic container of cooking oil stored on floor at cook line. **Time Extended**
08B-38-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-30: Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. **Time Extended**
36-37-5
61
Aug 29, 2023
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 6 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 13 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed pooled eggs (54F - Cold Holding) at top of reach in cooler at cook line. As per manager, for less than 1 hour. Manger placed item inside reach in cooler. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Quaternary ammonium sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Observed quaternary ammonium solution at 0ppm at 3 compartment sink at front counter. Manager added quaternary ammonium tablet to solution. **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
22-43-4
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed hose connections behind dish machine. **Warning**
29-34-4
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. **Warning**
11-27-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed 2 ladles and spoon stored inside hand sink at ware washing area. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at ware washing area. **Warning**
31B-02-4
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. **Warning**
11-26-1
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed container of ground beef not covered at walk in cooler. As per manager, item prepared on previous day. Manager placed date marking on container. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
02C-02-5
Intermediate - Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. **Warning**
53B-05-5
Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. **Warning**
24-05-4
Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed at back preparation area. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
36-17-5
Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. **Warning**
36-37-5
Basic - Food stored on floor.Observed plastic container of cooking oil stored on floor at cook line. Manager removed item. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
08B-38-4
29
Nov 1, 2022
Routine - Food
4 critical violations. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed cut vegetable and bread stored in non-food grade bag at front counter area.
14-31-5
High Priority - Quaternary ammonium sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Observed quaternary ammonium solution at 0 ppm. Employee adjusted to 200ppm. **Corrected On-Site**
22-43-4
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs stored over sauce at reach in cooler at cook line. Manager rearranged items. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed hose connected near dish machine.
29-34-4
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed plastic spray bottle of degreaser not labeled.
41-17-4
Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed at back preparation area. **Repeat Violation**
36-17-5
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed food employee preparing eggs not wearing hair restraint.
13-03-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed plastic containers of chicken base stored on floor near walk in freezer. Manager placed items on shelf. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Sabor Latino Cubano Criollo last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Sabor Latino Cubano Criollo on file is from Nov 10, 2025. The public record contains seven inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Sabor Latino Cubano Criollo?
Across the inspection record, “food stored on floor” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Sabor Latino Cubano Criollo.
How does Sabor Latino Cubano Criollo compare to other restaurants in Miami?
Sabor Latino Cubano Criollo most recently scored 25 out of 100, which is lower than the Miami average of 74.
Has Sabor Latino Cubano Criollo's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Sabor Latino Cubano Criollo have averaged around nine violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Sabor Latino Cubano Criollo 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 Sabor Latino Cubano Criollo inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Sabor Latino Cubano Criollo is inspected around two times per year on average.
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