DON CEVICHE PERU AND MEXICO
102 HWY 27, Minneola FL 34715 · 352-404-7613
Last inspected Jul 28, 2026 · 6 visits since August 2024
AUG 24
AUG 25
MAY 26
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3 inspections, swinging between A and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
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
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
1 case · $480
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4--2026006988 | Oct 6, 2025 | Jun 11, 2026 | $480 |
Inspection history
6 visits, newest first
Jul 28, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
1 High priority5 Intermediate6 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 12 findingsThe state's own report →
Spray hose at dish sink lower than flood rim of sink. -triple sink
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.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. -cutting boards on cook line
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.
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Operator is not properly tracking/marking the number of days ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite was held at refrigeration temperatures prior to freezing in order to properly date mark the food when it is thawed and held at refrigeration temperatures again. -various items in reach in freezer
Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. -servers
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. -flour container
Equipment in poor repair. -gaskets on upright reach in freezer on cook line and by walk in -fryer baskets
Floor area(s) covered with standing water under reach in freezer in kitchen
In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -mop sink -dust pan
May 26, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 24 recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority9 Intermediate11 Basic
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Employee cracked raw shell eggs and then handled ready-to-eat food and/or clean equipment or utensils without washing hands. Educated employee, he washed hands and changed gloves.
Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. -portioned raw chicken over portioned raw beef in reach in freezer
Spray hose at dish sink lower than flood rim of sink. -triple sink
Warewashing sanitizing solution exceeding the maximum concentration allowed. -chlorine 500+++
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.
Food being cooled by nonapproved method as evidenced by inadequate rate of cooling during time of inspection. -portioned cooked pasta, wrapped tight in individual bags, packed tight in deep pan, covered with plastic wrap. Educated operator, removed all pasta from bags, placed innreach in freezer for rapid cooling
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. -cutting boards on cook line
Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. -Leche de tigre, contains raw fish, not identified as raw on menuRepeat ViolationWarning**
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink on front line
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.
Operator is not properly tracking/marking the number of days ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite was held at refrigeration temperatures prior to freezing in order to properly date mark the food when it is thawed and held at refrigeration temperatures again. -various items in reach in freezer
Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. -servers
Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. -provided copy to operator
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. -flour container
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. -above triple sink
Equipment in poor repair. -gaskets on upright reach in freezer on cook line and by walk in -fryer baskets
Floor area(s) covered with standing water under reach in freezer in kitchen
In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses.
Interior of microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees front line
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -mop sink -dust pan
Stored food not covered. -items in reach in freezer
Oct 6, 2025Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 11 violations recorded.
0 High priority5 Intermediate6 Basic
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Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Fish ceviche
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/. -1 four burner gas top, 1 flat top, and 1 wok under hood, not all fitting under the hood.
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.
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. Provided today
Water treatment device has not been inspected or serviced according to manufacturer's instructions.
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food in salt
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting.
Equipment in poor repair. Gasket front reach in cooler torn
Aug 7, 2025Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
1 High priority5 Intermediate9 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw unpasteurized shell eggs stored over ready to eat sauce in reach in cooler
Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Fish ceviche
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/. -1 four burner gas top, 1 flat top, and 1 wok under hood, not all fitting under the hood.
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.
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. Provided today
Water treatment device has not been inspected or serviced according to manufacturer's instructions.
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food in salt
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Drain cover(s) missing 3 compartment sink
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting.
Equipment in poor repair. Gasket front reach in cooler torn
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer.
Stored food not covered. Flan walk in cooler
Aug 6, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 32 recorded, 7 high priority.
7 High priority13 Intermediate12 Basic
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Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. Per operator from yesterday cooked rice (60F - Cooling)
Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 70 degrees Fahrenheit within 2 hours. -fried corn (72F -Cooling since 9:00, temped at 12:30 -boiled corn( 76F-Cooling since 9:00, temped at 12:30
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. -cooked rice (60F - Cooling) per operator from yesterday, fried corn, cooked at 9:00, still 72 at 12:30. Boiled corn, cooked at 9:00, at 12:30 still 76F
Food-contact surfaces not sanitized after cleaning, before use. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Utensils soiled rinsed in water and out in use.
Nonexempt fish offered raw or undercooked has not undergone proper parasite destruction. Fish must be fully cooked or discarded. Swaie for ceviche cooked with lime juice.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw unpasteurized shell eggs stored over ready to eat sauce in reach in cooler
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. -chicken (130F - Hot Holding); beef (132F - Hot Holding); cooked onions (128F - Hot Holding); cooked beans (139F - Hot Holding), held less than four hours per operator. Operator moved to stove for rapid reheat. Chicken-168F
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 today
Food being cooled by nonapproved method as evidenced by inadequate rate of cooling during time of inspection. Covered
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. In front by broom in kitchen by strainers
Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Fish ceviche
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Next to 3 compartment sink
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/. -1 four burner gas top, 1 flat top, and 1 wok under hood, not all fitting under the hood.
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.
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. Provided today
No soap provided at handwash sink Next to 3 compartment sink
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled.
Water treatment device has not been inspected or serviced according to manufacturer's instructions.
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink by triple sink
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food in salt
Clean utensils or equipment stored in dirty drawer or rack. Ice scoop
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Drain cover(s) missing 3 compartment sink
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting.
Equipment in poor repair. Gasket front reach in cooler torn
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees Next to 3 compartment sink
Stored food not covered. Flan walk in cooler
Use of cooking equipment producing grease laden vapors/smoke with no hood suppression system installed. Notified Fire AHJ. For reporting purposes only. -wok on right side of hood
Aug 23, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
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Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. -Ceviche. Operator will update menu.
Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. -Provided form.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. -Rear exit door.
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.