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CEVICHES BY DIVINO UPPER SIDE

6411 BISCAYNE BLVD, Miami FL 33138

Last inspected Jun 3, 2026 · 9 visits since January 2024

□ Not on the state's active licence list

This licence isn't in DBPR's current active file, which usually means the business has closed, been sold, or let the licence lapse. Everything below belongs to this licence, not to whoever may be trading here now. The history stays public because it is a public record.

Licence typeFood service
Licence2336268
Grade history
MAY 24
OCT 24
FEB 25
JUL 25
APR 26
▲ GETTING WORSE

5 inspections trending down, 27 points off where it started.

Worst finding 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.
Intermediate/11-27-4/Warning
Badges — 1 earned
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined

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Inspection history

9 visits, newest first

Jun 3, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.

0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Apr 7, 2026Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection

A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.

0 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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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 establishment removed pizza oven and added a stove, added hoods and fryers at kitchen. Renovations were not in plans.
Intermediate/51-16-7/Repeat Violation/Warning/Return visit Apr 7, 2026 · Observed plans have been submitted but not yet approved. Time Extended
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed walk in cooler fan cover soiled.
Basic/23-03-4/Repeat Violation/Warning/Return visit Apr 7, 2026 · Observed walk in cooler fan cover soiled. Time Extended
Walk-in cooler shelves have accumulation of soil residues.
Basic/22-16-4/Warning/Return visit Apr 7, 2026 · Walk-in cooler shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Time Extended
Apr 2, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 10 recorded, 2 high priority.

2 High priority3 Intermediate5 Basic
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Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed inside walk in cooler choclo corn (46F - Cold Holding); mussels stock (46F - Cold Holding); cheese (46F - Cold Holding); cause mashed potatoes (47F - Cold Holding); quinoa (47F - Cold Holding). As per operator for more than a day.
High priority/01B-02-5/Warning
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed inside walk in cooler choclo corn (46F - Cold Holding); mussels stock (46F - Cold Holding); cheese (46F - Cold Holding); cause mashed potatoes (47F - Cold Holding); quinoa (47F - Cold Holding). As per operator for more than a day.
High priority/03A-02-5/Warning
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed bowl inside hand sink at front counter. Operator removed the bowl.
Intermediate/31A-11-4/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation/Warning
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 establishment removed pizza oven and added a stove, added hoods and fryers at kitchen. Renovations were not in plans.
Intermediate/51-16-7/Repeat Violation/Warning
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed at kitchen area. Operator provided.
Intermediate/31B-03-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Observed top exterior soiled. Operator cleaned during inspection.
Basic/16-21-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed bowl inside container with sugar at dry storage. Operator removed the bowl.
Basic/14-01-5/Corrected On-Site/Warning
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed between flip tops door and cutting board.
Basic/10-17-4/Repeat Violation/Warning
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed walk in cooler fan cover soiled.
Basic/23-03-4/Repeat Violation/Warning
Walk-in cooler shelves have accumulation of soil residues.
Basic/22-16-4/Warning
Oct 3, 2025Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection

Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 3 violations recorded.

0 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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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 establishment removed pizza oven and added a stove,add hoods and fryers at kitchen not in plans. Must submit plans.
Intermediate/51-16-7/Warning/Return visit Oct 3, 2025 · Observed establishment removed pizza oven and added a stove,add hoods and fryers at kitchen not in plans. Must submit plans. Admin Complaint
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed an employee open bottle of water at prep table front counter.
Basic/12B-07-4/Warning/Return visit Oct 3, 2025 · Time Extended
Establishment did not report seating change that affects the license fee, Clean Indoor Air Act, sewage system approval or other related requirements. Observed establishment with approximately 30 seats and license is approved with 12 seats.
Basic/51-09-4/Warning/Return visit Oct 3, 2025 · Time Extended
Jul 29, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 16 recorded, 1 high priority.

1 High priority5 Intermediate10 Basic
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Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. 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 two packages of raw tuna thawed by reach in cooler front counter. As per operator more than 4 hours.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.
High priority/01B-13-4/Warning
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.
Intermediate/11-27-4/Warning
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed a container stored inside hand sink by front counter. Manager removed.
Intermediate/31A-11-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
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 establishment removed pizza oven and added a stove,add hoods and fryers at kitchen not in plans. Must submit plans.
Intermediate/51-16-7/Warning
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 employee hired less than 60 days Paola Villacorta.
Intermediate/11-26-1/Warning
Original container of toxic substance or chemical does not bear the manufacturer's label. Observed soap squeeze bottle not labeled by three compartment sink.
Intermediate/41-21-4/Warning
Cleaned and sanitized equipment or utensils not properly stored. Observed lemon squeezer stored on floor by front counter. Manager stored properly.
Basic/24-07-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
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 two packages of raw tuna thawed by reach in cooler front counter. As per operator more than 4 hours.
Basic/06-09-1/Warning
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed an employee open bottle of water at prep table front counter.
Basic/12B-07-4/Warning
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed an employee while preparing food.
Basic/13-03-4/Warning
Establishment did not report seating change that affects the license fee, Clean Indoor Air Act, sewage system approval or other related requirements. Observed establishment with approximately 30 seats and license is approved with 12 seats.
Basic/51-09-4/Warning
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer by second floor near walk in cooler.
Basic/14-69-4/Warning
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed a knife between equipment and prep table by kitchen.
Basic/10-17-4/Warning
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed a fan by kitchen wall dusty. Observed reach in cooler gaskets soiled by kitchen. Observed fan for walk in cooler dusty.
Basic/23-03-4/Repeat Violation/Warning
Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Observed Sanitizer Bucket (Chlorine 0ppm) at kitchen. Manager prepared new solution. Recheck Sanitizer Bucket (Chlorine 100ppm)
Basic/21-07-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed salt container by cook line not labeled.
Basic/02D-01-5/Warning
Feb 26, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

0 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed chef cooking no hair restraint.
Basic/13-03-4
In-use utensil not stored with handle above the top of time/temperature control for safety food and rim of the container. Observed inside cut fish container at front counter scoop handle touching fish at refrigerated preparation table. Employee stored scoop with handle upwards.
Basic/10-06-5/Corrected On-Site
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed fan cover inside walk in cooler soiled.
Basic/23-03-4/Repeat Violation
Oct 16, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed plastic container no handle used to portion fish for ceviche at from counter reach in cooler.
Basic/14-01-5/Repeat Violation
Old food stuck to clean dishware/utensils.
Basic/16-48-4
May 23, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

0 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
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No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no quaternary test kit available.
Intermediate/16-37-1
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed plastic cup no handle stored inside sugar container at storage closet.
Basic/14-01-5
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed at kitchen plates not inverted. Manager inverted plates.
Basic/24-05-4/Corrected On-Site
In-use utensil not stored with handle above the top of time/temperature control for safety food and rim of the container. Observed inside rice, spoon handle touching rice. Manager stored with handle upwards.
Basic/10-06-5/Corrected On-Site
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed fan cover inside walk in cooler dusty.
Basic/23-03-4
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed containers inside storage closet with sugar and flour no labeled with common names.
Basic/02D-01-5
Jan 30, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

0 High priority2 Intermediate5 Basic
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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. Provided form during inspection.
Intermediate/11-27-4
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed dirty metal container stored inside HWS at front counter. Manager removed during inspection.
Intermediate/31A-11-4/Corrected On-Site
Open dumpster lid.
Basic/33-16-4
Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed Togo utensils stored on floor at front counter, employee stored properly.
Basic/25-05-4/Corrected On-Site
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed fish broth (frozen) at preparation table, employee moved to reach in cooler during inspection.
Basic/06-01-5/Corrected On-Site
Wet wiping cloths used for occasional spills on equipment food- and nonfood-contact surfaces not clean. Observed in kitchen area.
Basic/21-09-4
Wiping cloth quaternary ammonium compound sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Observed Sanitizer Bucket (Quaternary 0ppm) in kitchen area, employee discarded.
Basic/21-08-4/Corrective Action Taken

This record follows the licence, not the owner. Restaurants change hands and the licence history normally does not, so an older entry may describe people who no longer run the place. Every inspection above links to the state's own report. Something wrong? Tell us.