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LIDUVINA

17013, Palmetto Bay FL 33157

Last inspected Jul 23, 2026 · 8 visits since October 2023

Licence typeRestaurant
Seats15
Risk levelRisk Level 1
LicenceSEA2336262
Grade history
DEC 24
SEP 25
FEB 26
MAR 26
JUL 26
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5 inspections, swinging between A and D. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.

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
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Disciplinary actions

1 case · $160

CaseViolation dateFinal orderAmount
1--2024041624Mar 28, 2024Feb 10, 2025$160

Inspection history

8 visits, newest first

Jul 23, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 9 recorded, 1 high priority.

1 High priority3 Intermediate5 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 9 findings
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs stored above milk in the reach in cooler.
High priority/08A-05-6/Warning
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at the front counter.
Intermediate/31B-02-4/Warning
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 Sthephanie M, Mathew Z, Flavia G, and Indira A. ( all working since 04/26).
Intermediate/53B-01-5/Warning
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed at the front counter.
Intermediate/31B-03-4/Warning
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Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed a soiled reach in freezer with ice at the front counter.
Basic/22-20-5/Warning
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed white cutting board no longer cleanable.
Basic/14-09-4/Warning
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed employee wearing a bracelet while preparing drinks at the front counter.
Basic/13-07-4/Warning
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
Basic/35B-01-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at the front counter.
Basic/31B-04-4/Warning
The state's own report →
Mar 17, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection

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

0 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
Show 3 findings ▾
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
Intermediate/05-08-4
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit.
Basic/05-09-4
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed at the front counter.
Basic/29-49-6
Feb 20, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 13 recorded, 4 high priority.

4 High priority1 Intermediate8 Basic
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Establishment operating without a license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Operator must obtain a public food service license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants within 60 days. Submit a license application and payment to DBPR/Bureau of Central Intake Unit, 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-0783. To apply online or obtain an application for license visit https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/. Observed a cafe place is operating at this establishment for about 1 month ago.
High priority/50-08-7/Warning
Food prepared in a private home. See stop sale. Observed 8 dozen of Cinnamon rolls prepared at home.
High priority/01A-03-4/Warning
Food-contact surfaces not sanitized after cleaning, before use. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Observed employee was not sanitizing utensils. Employee was coached how to sanitize utensils.
High priority/22-45-4/Warning
Stop Sale issued due to food originating from an unapproved source. Observed 8 dozen of Cinnamon rolls prepared at home.
High priority/01B-04-5/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.
Intermediate/11-26-1/Warning
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Observed at the unisex bathroom.
Basic/32-04-4/Warning
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed ceiling not smooth at preparation are at the back.
Basic/36-37-5/Warning
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed water damage at the front counter.
Basic/36-32-5/Warning
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed opened water bottles and car key stored above cookies. Employee removed items.
Basic/40-06-5/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed employees wearing bracelets.
Basic/13-07-4/Warning
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. reach in cooler door gaskets soiled at the front counter.
Basic/23-03-4/Warning
Open dumpster lid.
Basic/33-16-4/Warning
Uncleanable knife block in use to store knives. Observed knife block in use to store knives.
Basic/14-55-4/Warning
Sep 25, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

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

0 High priority0 Intermediate6 Basic
Show 6 findings ▾
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Observed at the unisex bathroom.
Basic/32-04-4
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed water damage at the front counter.
Basic/36-32-5
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer located in the kitchen area.
Basic/14-69-4
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed ice scoop inside standing water at 84°F at the front counter.
Basic/10-07-4
Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Observed lights I. Food preparation area missing the proper shield at the front counter.
Basic/38-07-4
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler door gaskets soiled at the front counter.
Basic/23-03-4
Dec 10, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

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

0 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
Show 3 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. Observed no form or kit, inspector emailed form to operator.
Intermediate/11-27-4/Return visit Dec 10, 2024 · Observed no kit or form printed at time of callback inspection report. Time Extended
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 no form on site, inspector provided form to operator for future use.
Intermediate/11-26-1/Corrective Action Taken/Return visit Dec 10, 2024 · Observed no form agreement provided at time of callback inspection report. Time Extended
Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed in kitchen area.
Basic/36-02-5/Return visit Dec 10, 2024 · Observed unsealed concrete in kitchen area at time of callback inspection report. Time Extended
Dec 9, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 9 recorded, 1 high priority.

1 High priority3 Intermediate5 Basic
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Container of medicine improperly stored. Observed bottle of advil stored above prep table. Employee moved to bottom shelf.
High priority/41-07-4
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 emailed form to operator.
Intermediate/11-27-4
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 no form on site, inspector provided form to operator for future use.
Intermediate/11-26-1/Corrective Action Taken
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed hand sink in kitchen area with no hot water; water 77F.
Intermediate/27-16-4
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup in chest freezer in storage office.
Basic/14-69-4
Open dumpster lid.
Basic/33-16-4
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed shelves of reach in cooler at front counter soiled with crumbs.
Basic/22-16-4
Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed box of bowls stored on floor of office.
Basic/25-05-4
Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed in kitchen area.
Basic/36-02-5
Mar 28, 2024Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection

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

0 High priority3 Intermediate0 Basic
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No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Sara Diaz, Veronica Reyes, Marla Apraricio, Cathia Madria working for over 60 day not certified.
Intermediate/53B-02-5/Warning/Return visit Mar 28, 2024 · During the callback inspection there was noon proof of employee training. Admin Complaint
No soap provided at handwash sink. In the hand wash sink located in the preparation area.
Intermediate/31B-03-4/Warning/Return visit Mar 28, 2024 · Time Extended
Water with a temperature of at least 100 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Hand was sink located in the preparation area no hot running water.
Intermediate/27-16-4/Warning/Return visit Mar 28, 2024 · During the callback inspection no hot water provided at hand sink located in the back kitchen. Admin Complaint
Oct 2, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 6 recorded.

0 High priority5 Intermediate1 Basic
Show 6 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.
Intermediate/11-27-4/Warning
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Sara Diaz, Veronica Reyes, Marla Apraricio, Cathia Madria working for over 60 day not certified.
Intermediate/53B-02-5/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.
Intermediate/11-26-1/Warning
No soap provided at handwash sink. In the hand wash sink located in the preparation area.
Intermediate/31B-03-4/Warning
Water with a temperature of at least 100 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Hand was sink located in the preparation area no hot running water.
Intermediate/27-16-4/Warning
Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Observed in the front counter right underneath the toppings table plastic storage containers with serials not 6 inches off the floor.
Basic/08B-47-4/Warning

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.