Soup'r Cubans
Last inspected: Mar 18, 2026
82
Score
Going back to 2022, Soup'r Cubans has 10 inspections in the public record. The latest inspection on file is from Mar 18, 2026. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.
Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with counts hovering near two violations per visit.
Looking across the full record, “food-contact surface soiled with debris” is the recurring theme, flagged four times.
Compared to other Winter Haven restaurants (averaging 88), there's room to close the gap. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.
10
Inspections
0
Critical latest
1
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 18, 2026
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
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Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with debris. Observed around soda nozzles.
22-02-4
Basic - Accumulation of pinkish debris in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed on interior shield, employee cleaned interior shield. **Corrected On-Site**
22-20-5
Basic - Ripped/worn tin foil used as shelf cover. Observed under table in sandwich area, employee replaced tin foil. **Corrected On-Site**
14-20-4
82
Aug 20, 2025
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
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Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed behind kitchen equipment also wall behind flip top unit.
36-73-4
95
Mar 11, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
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High Priority - Employee touched soiled apron/clothes and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Employee grabbed garbage can to wipe food debris from table after employee put can back grab a knife to wipe it off with a towel then wiped hands on apron and did not Hand wash. Coached employee on proper hand washing procedures. Told operator to wash rinse and sanitize knife.
12A-28-4
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. All 'employees working.
13-03-4
82
Aug 13, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
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Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Operator has quaternary strips but is using chlorine for sanitizer.
16-37-1
Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. In ware washing area.
51-11-4
Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Containers at front counter. Employee turned face down. **Corrected On-Site**
25-06-4
82
Mar 15, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
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Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed
FL-50
82
Jan 22, 2024
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Oct 25, 2023
Routine - Food
6 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 12 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. **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/ Stephen dykhuizen 7-23-18 **Warning**
53A-03-7
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Reach in cooler cutting board soiled. Reach in cooler gasket on cook line soiled. **Warning**
22-02-4
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. **Warning**
16-37-1
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. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
11-26-1
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 - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Throughout kitchen. **Warning**
23-24-4
Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. **Warning**
51-11-4
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. **Warning**
13-03-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Underneath equipment on cook line. In ware washing area. **Warning**
36-73-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Side of Reach in cooler soiled with food debris and grease. **Warning**
23-03-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Behind equipment on cook line. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
36-27-5
41
May 30, 2023
Routine - Food
2 minor violations.
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Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
90
May 26, 2023
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
View 9 violations
High Priority - Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. 1 dead fly Pueblo chicken. 2 dead flies in shrimp corn chowder. All in back storage area. **Warning**
35A-02-6
High Priority - Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Pueblo chicken. Shrimp corn chowder. **Warning**
01B-13-4
High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. **Admin Complaint**
50-17-3
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Reach freezer upper part in back storage. **Warning**
22-02-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. By cook line **Warning**
36-27-5
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. On prep area **Warning**
14-09-4
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Soda machine soiled on back panel in dining room. **Warning**
23-24-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. In the font dining area. **Warning**
36-34-5
Basic - Food contaminated by unsanitized equipment or utensil. See stop sale. 1 dead fly Pueblo chicken. 2 dead flies in shrimp corn chowder. **Warning**
08B-19-4
45
Sep 8, 2022
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting board stained. White cutting board at the cutting station.
22-02-4
Basic - Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. Back roll up door open with no protection.
35B-03-4
Basic - Carbon dioxide tanks not adequately secured. Next to the ice machine in the back prep area. **Repeat Violation**
51-11-4
82
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Soup'r Cubans last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Soup'r Cubans on file is from Mar 18, 2026. The public record contains 10 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Soup'r Cubans?
Across the inspection record, “food-contact surface soiled with debris” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Soup'r Cubans.
How does Soup'r Cubans compare to other restaurants in Winter Haven?
Soup'r Cubans most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is lower than the Winter Haven average of 88.
Has Soup'r Cubans' inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Soup'r Cubans have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Soup'r Cubans 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 Soup'r Cubans inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Soup'r Cubans is inspected around three times per year on average.
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