LA SORPRESA CUBANA
609 SW 57 AVE · MIAMI · Dade County · FL 33144
Inspection Summary
Violation Summary
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All DBPR Inspector Observations
17 full violation description(s) documented by the inspector during this visit.
High Priority 4
50-17-3High Priority – Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed license expired 10-24. **Admin Complaint**
08A-20-5High Priority – Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw steak stored above raw shell eggs. Operator changed order for proper storage. **Corrected On-Site**
01B-02-5High Priority – Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed cooler at Prep Table with an ambient temperature of 60F. The following foods stored inside: cooked pasta (46F – Cold Holding). As per operator, spaghetti was prepared and held in cooler more than 4 hours prior to inspection.
03A-02-5High Priority – Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooler at Prep Table with an ambient temperature of 60F. The following foods stored inside: ham (55F – Cooling); cooked pasta (46F – Cold Holding). As per operator, spaghetti was cooked and stored inside from previous day, ham was prepped 2 hours prior to inspection.
Intermediate 4
53A-10-4Intermediate – Certified food manager unable to answer basic Food Code questions pertaining to safe operation of establishment. Observed manager unable to calibrate thermometer to proper temperature, inspector went over process with manager. **Corrective Action Taken**
11-27-4Intermediate – 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. Observed no form or kit, inspector provided via email. **Corrective Action Taken**
16-32-5Intermediate – Incorrect chemical test kit provided for measuring the concentration of the sanitizer solution used in the three-compartment sink and/or dishmachine. Observed quat test kit on site, chlorine is used.
05-03-4Intermediate – Probe thermometer not within the intended measuring range of use. Observed manager unable to calibrate thermometer to proper temperature, inspector went over process with manager. **Corrective Action Taken**
Basic 9
36-37-5Basic – Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed tiles throughout kitchen and establishment. **Repeat Violation**
36-32-5Basic – Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed multiple ceiling tiles with water damage throughout kitchen and dining area.
14-74-7Basic – Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired. Observed cooler at Prep Table with an ambient temperature of 60F. The following foods stored inside: ham (55F – Cooling); cooked pasta (46F – Cold Holding)
40-06-5Basic – Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed cellphone on meat slicer next to hand sink.
36-17-5Basic – Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed broken floor tiles in back storage area.
36-24-5Basic – Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed hole in wall behind hand sink.
14-69-4Basic – Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed in back storage chest freezer and front counter chest freezer.
51-13-4Basic – No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Observed no poster, inspector provided via email. **Corrective Action Taken**
14-33-4Basic – Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed in reach in coolers next to microwaves. **Repeat Violation**
Inspector observations synchronized from DBPR on September 16, 2026 12:30 PM.
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Inspection records and inspector observations reflect conditions documented by DBPR at the time of the inspection and may not reflect current conditions.