ISLAS CANARIAS CUBAN EXPRESS

Name: ISLAS CANARIAS CUBAN EXPRESS
Address: 7535 N KENDALL DR FC 1410, MIAMI, FL, 33156, US
Rating: 37.8

7535 N KENDALL DR FC 1410, MIAMI, FL 33156

License #2328166

🌴 Cuban/Caribbean ℹ️

37.8 Grade F / 100

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September 22, 2026 · 7 findings · 2 critical

Routine - Food

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ISLAS CANARIAS CUBAN EXPRESS in MIAMI currently holds an InspectFL Health Score of 37.8 out of 100 — an F grade — a serious pattern of repeat or critical violations. This restaurant has been inspected 9 times from Florida DBPR, with the most recent inspection on September 22, 2026. Across those visits, inspectors documented 71 total violations — 16 critical, 14 major, 41 minor.

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Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action
[10-17-4] In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed knife under cutting board on top of cooler at front counter. Operator removed at time of inspection.
[21-44-1] Sanitizer bucket stored with food, equipment, utensils, linens, single-service, or single-use articles. Observed on cutting board above freezer. Operator removed bucket and placed at a proper location.
[03B-01-6] Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed rice (117F - Hot Holding) in warmer on cook line. As per operator, less than 2 hours in warmer. Operator had chef place into oven.
[10-01-5] In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed tongs inside of pork. Operator removed to be washed, rinsed and sanitized; new tongs provided.
[31B-02-4] No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at kitchen handsink. Operator replaced during inspection.
[51-18-6] No copy of latest inspection report available. Observed last copy not printed on site.
[14-86-1] Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for clean utensils for food contact. Operator asked chef to remove items.

Disposition: Warning Issued
[36-34-5] Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed throughout kitchen; dust accumulation.
[06-09-1] Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. Observed 4 fish filet completely thawed in ROP.
[35A-03-4] Dead roaches on premises. Observed 2 dead roaches on sticky trap on top of electric outlet in back of kitchen. Operator threw away sticky trap.
[16-46-4] Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed next to walk in on shelf.
[14-17-4] Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed in walk in cooler.
[36-27-5] Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed throughout kitchen; dust accumulation.
[03D-02-5] Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. Observed in walk in cooler: shredded beef (50F - Cooling). As per operator, made the day before. Observed in walk in cooler: cooked salsa (92F - Cooling). As per operator, made more than 6 hours prior.
[01B-36-5] Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 70 degrees Fahrenheit within two hours and from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within six hours. See stop sale. Observed in walk in cooler: shredded beef (50F - Cooling). As per operator, made the day before. Observed in walk in cooler: cooked salsa (92F - Cooling). As per operator, made more than 6 hours prior.
[35A-02-7] Live, small flying insects found. Observed 4 live flies on boxes of single service items stored above reach in freezer in kitchen area. Observed 1 live fly on wall above reach in freezer next to hand sink.
[01B-13-4] Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Observed 4 fish filet completely thawed in ROP.
[41-17-4] Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed spray bottle with no label above mop sink.

Disposition: Warning Issued
[23-24-4] Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed reach in cooler and freezer handles.
[36-34-5] Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance.
[12B-07-4] Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed on dry food rack. Observed coffee cup above sandwich prep station.
[10-08-5] Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Observed at front counter.
[51-13-4] No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Observed no poster. Insptor provided via email.
[51-18-6] No copy of latest inspection report available. Observed last report not on site.
[23-03-4] Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust.
[36-02-5] Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom.
[36-27-5] Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust.
[41-07-4] Container of medicine improperly stored. Observed containers of medicine stored above evaporated milk across reach in freezer.
[12A-09-4] Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Observed employee clean dishes and used same gloved hands to deep fry croquettes. Inspector spoke to person in charge about proper handwashing and glove change techniques.
[11-27-4] 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.
[31A-09-4] Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed hand sink blocked by trash can.
[31A-11-4] Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed container stored inside.
[53A-01-7] Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Observed no certificates on site. As per operator; all stored at office.
[53B-01-5] 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 certificates on site. As per operator; all stored at office.

Disposition: Warning Issued
[35B-01-4] Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
[08B-36-4] Food stored in a location that is exposed to splash/dust. Observed rice containers stored under/next to hand wash sink. Operator moved the containers.
[08B-38-4] Food stored on floor. Observed oil containers stored on floor. Operator moved the oil containers to a shelf.
[42-01-4] Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
[02D-01-5] Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed rice containers no identify by common name.
[08A-02-6] Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed raw ground beef stored over croquettes at reach in freezer. Operator relocated the ground beef to the bottom part of the reach in freezer.
[03A-02-5] Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed chicken croquettes (55 F - Cold Holding); ham croquettes (50 F - Cold Holding) at walk in cooler. As per operator the products are in and out to the walk in cooler.
[03B-01-6] Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed beans (125 F - Hot Holding) at warmer. As per operator for about three hours. Operator moved the beans to the stove to be reheated.
[03E-03-5] Time/temperature control for safety, commercially processed food reheating for hot holding not heated to a minimum temperature of 135 degrees Fahrenheit in all parts. Observed ham croquettes (122-118F - Reheating) . Operator sent the products to be reheated to 135°F. The products were reheated final temperature: ham croquettes (156-160 F - Reheating)
[29-42-4] Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
[41-27-4] Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Observed Sanitizer Bucket (Quaternary + 400 ppm) at spray bottles. Operator added water to get 200 ppm.
[31A-11-4] Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed the hand wash sink with food residue at preparation area.
[52-01-4] Identity of food or food product misrepresented. Observed gluten free croquettes offered at the establishment. The operator could not prove that they are gluten-free.
[53A-05-6] No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Observed five employees no Certificate Food Manager on duty.
[11-26-1] 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. Observed five new employees no proof of food employees reporting agreement.
[16-37-1] No quaternary chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
[02C-02-5] Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed desert rice with milk not properly date marked. As per operator for more than 24 hours. Operator date marked the products.