Soriano Brothers Cuban Cuisine
Last inspected: Oct 13, 2025
52
Score
The health department has logged 10 inspections at Soriano Brothers Cuban Cuisine, the earliest from 2022. Inspectors last stopped by on Oct 13, 2025. High risk indicates the latest inspection turned up problems worth knowing about.
Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around eight violations each.
When inspectors have written things up, “cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable” has been the most frequent reason, cited six times.
Compared to other Miami restaurants (averaging 74), there's room to close the gap. Taken together, the history suggests a facility that has struggled with consistency.
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Inspections
1
Critical latest
1
Major latest
8
Minor latest
Inspection History
Oct 13, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 8 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 over raw beef at reach in cooler by front counter. Employee relocated items. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-20-5
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed yellow rice and pork at walk in cooler with no date marked. **Repeat Violation**
02C-02-5
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. **Repeat Violation**
14-09-4
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
13-03-4
Basic - In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed Spatula behind 3 compartment sink at dishwasher area. **Repeat Violation**
10-17-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at handsink next to 3 compartment sink. **Repeat Violation**
31B-04-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filter at cook line soiled. Observed reach in cooler gaskets soiled.
23-03-4
Basic - Soiled dry wiping cloth in use. **Repeat Violation**
21-10-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed beef and pork stored at walk in cooler it covered. **Repeat Violation**
08B-12-5
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. **Repeat Violation**
21-12-4
52
Aug 13, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 7 minor violations.
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High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw meat over black beans at walk in cooler. Manager reorganized products. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed Raw chicken over raw pork. Manager reorganized products. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-20-5
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. At time of the inspection person in charge is not able to provide food handler certificate for all staff. **Repeat Violation**
53B-01-5
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cooked beef held more than 24 hours not properly date marked at walk in cooler. **Repeat Violation**
02C-02-5
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed at kitchen. Observed at front counter of establishment.
14-09-4
Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Manager removed it. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
10-08-5
Basic - In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed Spatula behind 3 compartment sink at dishwasher area.
10-17-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no handwashing sign at handisnk located next to 3 compartment sink by front counter of establishment. **Repeat Violation**
31B-04-4
Basic - Soiled dry wiping cloth in use. Observed at kitchen.
21-10-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed black beans, chicken and beef not covered stored at hot box at front counter.
08B-12-5
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed at front counter of establishment.
21-12-4
43
Mar 4, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
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Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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** - From follow-up inspection 2025-03-04: iate - 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 **Time Extended**
53B-01-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment and utensils not washed, rinsed and sanitized in the correct order in three-compartment sink. Do not use dishes/equipment not properly sanitized. Observed employee washing dishes with no sanitation step, instructed operator regarding the ware washing procedure. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-03-04: Observed employee washing dishes with no sanitation step, instructed operator regarding the ware washing procedure. **Time Extended**
16-13-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Hot holding gaskets in disrepair. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-03-04: Equipment in poor repair. Hot holding gaskets in disrepair **Time Extended**
14-11-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-03-04: Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. **Time Extended**
35B-01-4
78
Mar 3, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 3 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 11 violations
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Proper Eating, Tasting, Drinking, or Tobacco Use
FL-06
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
30
Sep 18, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 4 minor violations.
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High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed sweet plantains (125F - Hot Holding) and mash potatoes (128F - Hot Holding) at the hot box. Operator began to reheat products. **Corrected On-Site**
03B-01-6
High Priority - Displayed food not properly protected from contamination. Observed hot tamales at the steam table uncovered. Operator covered products. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-02-4
Basic - No container installed for catching grease from hood drip tray. Observed no drip container in back cook line area.
14-73-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed walk in cooler fan covers soiled. Observe hood filters at cook line soiled.
23-03-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed walk in freezer wall soiled. Operator wiped down. **Corrected On-Site**
36-27-5
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gasket near cook line torn.
14-11-5
61
May 3, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
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Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Yanet Martinez 2/22/24 **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-05-03: Operator will take in mid-May. **Time Extended**
53A-03-7
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling in walk in cooler soiled. Operator will clean. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-05-03: **Time Extended**
36-34-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable: throughout kitchen.. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-05-03: **Time Extended**
14-09-4
82
May 1, 2024
Routine - Food
4 critical violations. 4 major violations. 7 minor violations.
View 15 violations
High Priority - Employee touched bare body part and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Employee touched lips and face, did not wash hands. Operator educated employee and they washed hands. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
12A-10-4
High Priority - Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. One at triple sink. Operator terminated. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
35A-05-4
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Tuna salad (70F - Cold Holding) on buffet, in shallow pan. Operator was educated on using a deep pan to get tuna salad in cold holding area. Operator discarded tuna salad. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Displayed food not properly protected from contamination. Tamales at buffet line not covered. Operator covered. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08B-02-4
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 operator with the Vomiting and Diarrhea clean up form **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
11-27-4
Intermediate - Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Yanet Martinez 2/22/24 **Warning**
53A-03-7
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times: Plastic container stored in sink in main kitchen . Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Operator obtained and posted. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
02B-02-5
Basic - Ceiling in walk in cooler soiled. Operator will clean. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
36-34-5
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable: throughout kitchen.. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
14-09-4
Basic - Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. **Warning**
13-07-4
Basic - Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor: cut papya not stored correctly in walk in freezer. Operator stored correctly. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08B-47-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees in men's restroom. Operator obtained sign and will post. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
31B-04-4
Basic - Reach-in freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface in butcher area. Operator will paint. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
14-33-4
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Beef at kitchen 28 F. Operator will prep, for service. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
06-01-5
26
Jan 31, 2024
Routine - Food
4 critical violations. 2 major violations. 7 minor violations.
View 13 violations
High Priority - Displayed food not properly protected from contamination. Observed a container with rice without lid next to the grill area. **Repeat Violation**
08B-02-4
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs stored above uncovered cooked beef.
08A-05-6
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed tamales at 122° F inside the steam box at the front counter. Employee increased the temperature and add hot water to the steam box. **Corrective Action Taken**
03B-01-6
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed a hose connected at the time of the inspection. Operator placed one. **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation**
29-34-4
Intermediate - No handwash sink located in vending machine area where employees service bulk food machines. Observed metal stored inside the hand wash sink employee removed them. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-01-4
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed food stored inside the reach in cooler not date marked.
02C-02-5
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Observed license displayed expired Oct 2023.
50-09-4
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed a green cutting board no longer cleanable. **Repeat Violation**
14-09-4
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Employee placed a hat. **Corrected On-Site**
13-03-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gasket torn. **Repeat Violation**
14-11-5
Basic - In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between preparation tables. Employee removed them. **Corrected On-Site**
10-17-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler gasket tour at the pizza station. **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed cooked beef inside the reach in cooler not covered.
08B-12-5
32
Mar 15, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 5 minor violations.
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High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. **Repeat Violation**
29-34-4
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed a white cutting board no longer cleanable at the Sandwich station.
14-09-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed steamer gasket torn.
14-11-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed boxes of plantains stored on the floor. Operator removed them. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Observed at the ice machine by the juice station. Operator removed it. **Corrected On-Site**
10-08-5
Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed a white container with rice without lid by the fryer.
08B-12-5
67
Oct 21, 2022
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
78
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Soriano Brothers Cuban Cuisine last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Soriano Brothers Cuban Cuisine on file is from Oct 13, 2025. The public record contains 10 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Soriano Brothers Cuban Cuisine?
Across the inspection record, “cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable” has been cited six times, more than any other issue at Soriano Brothers Cuban Cuisine.
How does Soriano Brothers Cuban Cuisine compare to other restaurants in Miami?
Soriano Brothers Cuban Cuisine most recently scored 52 out of 100, which is lower than the Miami average of 74.
Has Soriano Brothers Cuban Cuisine's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Soriano Brothers Cuban Cuisine have averaged around eight violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Soriano Brothers Cuban Cuisine 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 Soriano Brothers Cuban Cuisine inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Soriano Brothers Cuban Cuisine is inspected around three times per year on average.
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