CEVICHE INKA PISCO BAR & RESTAURANT
3155 NE 163 ST, North Miami Beach FL 33160 · 305 206 9700
Last inspected Dec 12, 2025 · 8 visits since August 2023
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▼ IMPROVING
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. Discussed and emailed form to operator.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
2 cases · $800
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1--2018043803 | Aug 16, 2018 | Mar 27, 2019 | $400 |
| 1--2018047738 | Sep 6, 2018 | Dec 20, 2018 | $400 |
Inspection history
8 visits, newest first
Dec 12, 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
What the inspector wrote — 14 findingsThe state's own report →
Observed chef changing tasks touching raw foods then moving to ready to eat foods without washing hands and changing gloves.
Observed various raw foods stored in Nonfood-grade bags. Bags were in direct contact with food.
Establishment not maintaining oyster tags for 90 days.
Handwash sink in ware wash area not accessible for employee use at all times due to mussels thawing in sink.
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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/
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn.
Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken.
Observed Employee personal drinks not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public.
Observed Floors in walk in cooler lined with carpet making floors not constructed to be easily cleanable.
Observed hand washing sink in kitchen area improperly secured and hanging from wall. Sink must be properly mounted and maintained in good repair.
Observed mussels thawing in hand washing sink.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning.
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Walk-in freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Dec 12, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
1 High priority3 Intermediate7 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs being stored over various ready to eat foods in reach in cooler.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink.
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. Discussed and emailed form to operator.
No soap provided at handwash sink.
Clean pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner.
Cloth used as a food-contact surface. Observed cloth lining pan of sushi rice.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn.
Food storage container cracked or broken.
Food stored on floor. Observed various foods stored on floor in kitchen area.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees.
Mar 19, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
1 High priority3 Intermediate7 Basic
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Self-service salad bar/buffet lacking adequate sneezeguards or other proper protection from contamination. Observed establishment has added a buffet line containing both hot and cold food with no sneeze guard. Buffet has 3 section's 1 not section, 1 cold section and 1 section. Currently buffet line is made up of tables and chafing dishes with lids and utensils exposed. Buffet located in dining room.
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 4+ employees present with no certified food manager present.
No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Observed no plans on file establishment has added a self service buffet area containing both hot and cold food with no sneeze guard. Buffet has 3 section's 1 hot section, 1 cold section and 1 sushi section. Currently buffet line is made up of tables and chafing dishes with lids and utensils exposed. Buffet located in dining room. Advised manager that establishment must undergo plan review. Provided plan review package.
No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Observed raw sushi being held on time with no written plan. Sushi was on buffet line. Sushi had only been out for about 30 mins.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler with torn gaskets.
Interior of refrigerator in disrepair and has exposed insulation.
No mop sink or curbed cleaning facility provided at establishment.
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler.
Walk-in freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease and/or food debris.
Mar 19, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 14 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority4 Intermediate8 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs being stored over various ready to eat foods in reach in cooler.
Self-service salad bar/buffet lacking adequate sneezeguards or other proper protection from contamination. Observed establishment has added a buffet line containing both hot and cold food with no sneeze guard. Currently buffet line is made up of tables and chafing dishes with lids and utensils exposed. Buffet is located in dining room. Establishment provided plans that were approved on 2/12/25. However, approved plans does not match the current layout of restaurant and no sneeze guard was added. The following was noted on plans "CLIENT AGREES TO ADD SNEEZE GUARD TO EVERY SIDE OF THE BUFFET BARS". Operator agreed to remove buffet until violation was cured. Spoke to plan review that advised that establishment must correct and resubmit plans.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink.
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. Discussed and emailed form to operator.
No soap provided at handwash sink.
Observed establishment has added a buffet line containing both hot and cold food with no sneeze guard. Currently buffet line is made up of tables and chafing dishes with lids and utensils exposed. Buffet is located in dining room. Establishment provided plans that were approved on 2/12/25. However, approved plans does not match the current layout of restaurant and no sneeze guard was added. The following was noted on plans "CLIENT AGREES TO ADD SNEEZE GUARD TO EVERY SIDE OF THE BUFFET BARS". Operator agreed to remove buffet until violation was cured. Spoke to plan review that advised that establishment must correct and resubmit plans.
Clean pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner.
Cloth used as a food-contact surface. Observed cloth lining pan of sushi rice.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn.
Food storage container cracked or broken.
Food stored on floor. Observed various foods stored on floor in kitchen area.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed Krab meat thawing at room temperature on prep table.
Oct 14, 2024Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
1 High priority3 Intermediate7 Basic
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Self-service salad bar/buffet lacking adequate sneezeguards or other proper protection from contamination. Observed establishment has added a buffet line containing both hot and cold food with no sneeze guard. Buffet has 3 section's 1 not section, 1 cold section and 1 section. Currently buffet line is made up of tables and chafing dishes with lids and utensils exposed. Buffet located in dining room.
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 4+ employees present with no certified food manager present.
No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Observed no plans on file establishment has added a self service buffet area containing both hot and cold food with no sneeze guard. Buffet has 3 section's 1 hot section, 1 cold section and 1 sushi section. Currently buffet line is made up of tables and chafing dishes with lids and utensils exposed. Buffet located in dining room. Advised manager that establishment must undergo plan review. Provided plan review package.
No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Observed raw sushi being held on time with no written plan. Sushi was on buffet line. Sushi had only been out for about 30 mins.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler with torn gaskets.
Interior of refrigerator in disrepair and has exposed insulation.
No mop sink or curbed cleaning facility provided at establishment.
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler.
Walk-in freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease and/or food debris.
Sep 4, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 22 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority4 Intermediate16 Basic
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Self-service salad bar/buffet lacking adequate sneezeguards or other proper protection from contamination. Observed establishment has added a buffet line containing both hot and cold food with no sneeze guard. Buffet has 3 section's 1 not section, 1 cold section and 1 section. Currently buffet line is made up of tables and chafing dishes with lids and utensils exposed. Buffet located in dining room.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed raw sushi being held at 65F - Cold Holding. Sushi is held on time on buffet line.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed raw beef pork thawing in hand washing sink. Located next to 3 compartment sink.
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 4+ employees present with no certified food manager present.
No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Observed no plans on file establishment has added a self service buffet area containing both hot and cold food with no sneeze guard. Buffet has 3 section's 1 hot section, 1 cold section and 1 sushi section. Currently buffet line is made up of tables and chafing dishes with lids and utensils exposed. Buffet located in dining room. Advised manager that establishment must undergo plan review. Provided plan review package.
No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Observed raw sushi being held on time with no written plan. Sushi was on buffet line. Sushi had only been out for about 30 mins.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed an employee using a bowl with no handle to scoop food.
Cleaned and sanitized equipment or utensils not properly stored. Observed clean pots being stored on floor in warewash area.
Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged salmon bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler with torn gaskets.
Food stored on floor. Observed various pots of food being stored on floor in walk in freezer.
Interior of refrigerator in disrepair and has exposed insulation.
No mop sink or curbed cleaning facility provided at establishment.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed various kitchen equipment soiled accumulated food and grease buildup.
Reach-in cooler interior has accumulation of soil residues.
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Ripped/worn tin foil used as shelf cover.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed raw beef pork thawing in hand washing sink. Located next to 3 compartment sink.
Walk-in freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease and/or food debris.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed various squeeze bottles not labeled.
Feb 20, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 19 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority1 Intermediate15 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs being stored above cooked rotini. Located in reach in cooler.
Shell eggs not stored at an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less. Located on floor under prep table. Advised manager and she moved to reach in cooler.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed chimichurri sauce stored at 83F - Cold Holding. Sauce was located in front of stove. Chef placed in reach in cooler.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed small metal pitcher and spoon being stored in hand washing sink located in bar area.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed bowl with no handle being used to dispense white rice. Chef threw bowl away.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Located above walk in freezer.
Cleaned and sanitized equipment or utensils not properly stored. Located on floor under 3 compartment sink.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn.
Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed.
Food stored on floor. Observed case of raw shell eggs being stored on floor under prep table in kitchen area.
In-use tongs stored on stove door handle between uses. Chef removed.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit and located on floor next to stove.
Interior of refrigerator in disrepair and has exposed insulation.
Lights in food storage area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers.
Observed damage to wall. Located on side on hand washing sink located in warewash area.
Observed walk in freezer floor with rubber mats and not constructed to be easily cleanable.
Ripped/worn tin foil used as shelf cover. Located under prep table.
Ten (10) foot-candles of light at least 30 inches from floor not provided in dry food storage area.
Walk-in freezer and reach in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Aug 15, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 18 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority7 Intermediate9 Basic
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Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for food container. Observed paper towels lining and in direct contact with various pans of raw fish and cut vegetables.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs being stored on top of various ready to eat foods in reach in cooler.
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. Discussed and emailed form to operator.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed coffee cup and sponge being stored in sink located in bar area.
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 about 5 employees present and engaging in food preparation with no certified manager present.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink.
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
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. Discussed and emailed form to operator.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Located in kitchen area.
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed clean and sanitized pots/ pans being stored on floor in warewash area.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee phone being stored on prep table in kitchen area.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed hand washing sink in kitchen are not affixed to wall.
Food stored on floor. Observed various foods being stored on floor in walk in freezer.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Located on stove door.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board.
Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Located in dry storage room.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Located next to service window.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed walls throughout kitchen area soiled with accumulated grease and black buildup.
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