The Cuban Dely
Last inspected: Feb 5, 2026
52
Score
The Cuban Dely appears in inspection records nine times, starting in 2022. The latest inspection on file is from Feb 5, 2026. A high risk rating points to multiple serious findings at the most recent inspection.
Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around three violations each.
The pattern that stands out is “wet wiping cloth not stored”, which has been cited two times.
That's lower than the typical LaBelle restaurant, which scores around 87. There are enough flags in the record to merit a second thought.
9
Inspections
1
Critical latest
3
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 5, 2026
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Toxic Substances Properly Identified, Stored, Used
FL-32
Personal Cleanliness
FL-40
52
Aug 14, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
82
Feb 26, 2025
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
95
Sep 24, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce observed raw chicken stored above unwashed head of cabbage and lettuce, operator moved chicken to lower shelf.. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-04-5
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting board soiled with food debris, cutting board should be cleaned a minimum of once every 4 hours according to the food code
22-02-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wet towel on the countertop not stored in .sanitizer solution. Operator set up sanitizer bucket and moved towels. **Corrected On-Site**
21-12-4
74
Apr 1, 2024
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Jan 30, 2024
Routine - Food
3 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 6 violations
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. Observed no proof of training for employees. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
53B-01-5
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no chemical test kit for quaternary sanitizing solution. **Warning**
16-37-1
Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products. Observed no probe thermometer present at time of inspection. **Warning**
05-08-4
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed light visible at bottom threshold at rear kitchen door. **Warning**
35B-01-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wiping cloth on counter next to espresso machine. **Warning**
21-12-4
Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed 4 textured ceiling tiles in kitchen above prep area. **Warning**
36-37-5
64
Jul 31, 2023
Routine - Food
4 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 6 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. Emailed form **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation**
11-27-4
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no chemical test kit for chlorine at time of inspection.
16-37-1
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.
53B-01-5
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. Emailed DBPR form 5030-103 **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation**
11-26-1
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed build up of black mold like substance on interior of ice machine
22-20-5
Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Observed ice scoop handle in contact with ice at ice machine near coffee maker. removed ice scoop **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
10-08-5
61
Mar 29, 2023
Routine - Food
3 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 6 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.
11-27-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed cup stored in front service hand wash sink. Operator removed cup. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-11-4
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.
11-26-1
Basic - No hot running water at mop sink.
27-10-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Sugar container.
02D-01-5
Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. **Corrected On-Site**
10-08-5
64
Dec 28, 2022
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed beef at 47F in reach in cooler, operator moved to freezer to achieve proper temperature. **Corrected On-Site**
03A-02-5
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed cutting board on reach in refrigerator has cutting marks and is no longer cleanable. **Repeat Violation**
14-09-4
82
Frequently Asked Questions
When was The Cuban Dely last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at The Cuban Dely on file is from Feb 5, 2026. The public record contains nine inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at The Cuban Dely?
Across the inspection record, “wet wiping cloth not stored” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at The Cuban Dely.
How does The Cuban Dely compare to other restaurants in LaBelle?
The Cuban Dely most recently scored 52 out of 100, which is lower than the LaBelle average of 87.
Has The Cuban Dely's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at The Cuban Dely have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at The Cuban Dely 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 The Cuban Dely inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, The Cuban Dely is inspected around three times per year on average.
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