CEBICHE BAR
10860 PINES BLVD, Pembroke Pines FL 33026 · 954.433.2003
Last inspected Mar 26, 2026 · 11 visits since October 2023
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5 inspections, climbing. The current grade is the best on record.
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.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Disciplinary actions
3 cases · $1,000
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2--2023064576 | Oct 17, 2023 | Dec 11, 2023 | $600 |
| 2--2023009978 | Jan 31, 2023 | Mar 28, 2023 | $200 |
| 2--2021007324 | Jan 13, 2021 | Mar 15, 2021 | $200 |
Inspection history
11 visits, newest first
Mar 26, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 4 findings
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.
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.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
Mar 26, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair.
Jan 21, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 8 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority3 Intermediate3 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed the following in Flip top Cooler: Cooked eggs; (45F - Cold Holding)Ct cabbage; (46F); Fish (44F)Seafood mix; Chef moved items to Walk In Cooler
Warewashing sanitizing solution exceeding the maximum concentration allowed. Chlorine sanitizer exceeds 200ppm at Dishwasher
Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/
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/
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed spray bottle containing a pinkish liquid located under triple sink. Liquid identified as a degreaser Employee labeled bottle
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed floor under stove and grill soiled with grease
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair.
Dec 8, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. -Observed raw shell eggs stored over precooked plantains in walk in cooler. Operator relocate shell eggs.
Warewashing sanitizing solution exceeding the maximum concentration allowed. Observed chlorine sanitizer at 3 compartment sink exceeds 200 ppm. Operator changed solution to 100 ppm.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink in kitchen.
Food stored on floor. -Observed various food items stored on floor at passageway.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed accumulation of old food residue buildup inside microwave in kitchen.
Stored food not covered. -Observed container with cooked eggs stored in walk in cooler not covered.
Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. -Observed unwashed pumpkin stored over container with cooked eggs in walk in cooler. Operator removed pumpkin to bottom shelf.
Jun 18, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. -Observed raw beef cold held at 44F in walk in cooler. Per operator item transfer, steak transfer to unit 3 hours prior to the inspection. Operator placed ice on steak for quick chill.
Probe thermometer not accurate within plus or minus 2 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed probe thermometer reading 29F.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.
Ceiling tile missing in storage area.
Food stored on floor. -Observed various cases with food items stored on dry storage floor.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. -Observed sugar removed from the original container not labeled.
Feb 17, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 14 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority3 Intermediate9 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. -Observed raw chicken stored over sweet potatoes in walk in cooler.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. -Observed cooked sweet potato cold held at 46F and hard boiled eggs at 44F. Per operator, both items transfer to unit 3.5 hours prior to the inspection. Advise operator to placed ice packs on both items for quick chill.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. -Observed accumulation of black substance buildup on cutting boards.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. -Observed handwashing sink in kitchen used as dump sink.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. -Observed no date marked on noodles stored in walk in cooler. Item cooked more than 24 hours.
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Food stored in a location that is exposed to splash/dust. -Observed container with tomatoes stored next to dish washing machine.
Food stored on floor. -Observed cases with various foods items stored on passageway floor.
In-use tongs stored on oven door handle between uses.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -Observed accumulation of old food residue buildup on walk in cooler door.
Reach-in freezer interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. -Observed accumulation brown like substance buildup inside reach in freezers.
Single-service articles improperly stored. -Observed cases with plastic containers stored on passage way floor leading to restrooms.
Stored food not covered. -Observed various containers with food items stored uncovered in walk in cooler.
Oct 1, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jul 29, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 10 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority4 Intermediate5 Basic
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Employee washed hands with no soap. Observed chef wash his hands without soap advise employee to used soap to wash his hands.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
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/
No soap provided at handwash sink in kitchen area. Operator replenished.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed no date marked on tamales stored in walk in cooler. Per operator, tamales cooked on 07/27/2024.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. -Observed 2 CO2 tanks in passage way not secure.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas.
Fly sticky tape hanging over food/food preparation area/food-contact equipment. Operator discarded.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. -Observed various food items thawing at room temperature. Operator placed items underneath running water.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed salt and sugar removed from the original container not labeled. Operator labeled containers
Feb 21, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas.
Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Feb 13, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 7 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority0 Intermediate5 Basic
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Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed chlorine sanitizer at dishwashing machine at 00 ppm.
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. -Observed additional vacuum breaker needed at mop sink where splitter added.
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. -Observed employee drinks cup stored on in-use food preparation table. Operator removed cup.
Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. -Observed unwashed pumpkin stored over uncovered container with noodles in walk-in cooler. Operator relocate pumpkin.
Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Oct 17, 2023Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 15 violations recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority4 Intermediate7 Basic
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Chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. -Observed chlorine sanitizer at 3 compartment sink exceed 200 ppm. Operator changed solution. Final reading 100 ppm
Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. -Observed Chang gloves without washing hands and continued to engaging in preparing TCS foods. Advice operator to change gloves and wash hands.
Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. -Observed chef touch raw chicken then potion cooked rice without changing gloves and wash hands. During that process, chef touched cooked rice.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. -Observed cooked potatoes cold held at 44 degrees Fahrenheit in flip top cooler. Per operator, potatoes transfer to unit 1.5 hours prior to the inspection. Advice operator to placed ice pack on item for quick chill.
Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of employee health policy and health requirements.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. -Observed handwash sink at cookline block with garbage container.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. -Observed at 1:22 p.m. no date marked on cooked pasta stored held in walk-in cooler. Per operator, pasta cooked at 9:00 a.m yesterday. Cooked pasta held more than 27 hours without date marked.
Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed all employees training certification expired on 11/9/2021
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. -Observed no handle bowl used to dispense salt in dry storage area.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. -Observed 2 C02 tanks in passage way not secured.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Throughout cookline
Food stored on floor. -Observed various food items stored on walk-in cooler floor. -Observed container with cooking oil stored on kitchen floor. -Observed box with limes stored on dry storage floor. -Observed cases with onions and box with eggs stored on floor in passage way.
Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. -Observed bags with unwashed celery stored over container with soups in walk-in cooler.
Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. -Observed salt removed from the original container not identified by common name.
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