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ME SABE A PERU

3715 W 16 AVE STE 14, Hialeah FL 33012 · (201)456-0904

Last inspected Jul 14, 2026 · 8 visits since October 2023

Licence typeRestaurant
Seats16
Risk levelRisk Level 2
LicenceSEA2334987
Grade history
AUG 24
JAN 25
JUL 25
JAN 26
JUL 26
▲ GETTING WORSE

5 inspections, one direction. The current grade is the worst on record.

Worst finding on record
Raw animal foods not properly separated from one another based upon minimum required cooking temperature when stored in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed raw chicken stored over raw fish inside chest freezer. Operator stored raw chicken in a different unit away from raw fish.
High priority/08A-17-6/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation
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Disciplinary actions

1 case · $400

CaseViolation dateFinal orderAmount
1--2021007433Feb 9, 2021Jul 2, 2021$400

Inspection history

8 visits, newest first

Jul 14, 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 Intermediate0 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 1 finding
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 no food handler for Ediuliz Cruz, has been working more than 60 days.
Intermediate/53B-01-5/Return visit Jul 14, 2026 · Time Extended
Jul 13, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 9 recorded, 2 high priority.

2 High priority2 Intermediate5 Basic
Show 9 findings ▾
Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Coached operator on proper procedures.
High priority/12A-07-5
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed raw steak (44F - Cold Holding); cooked shrimp (46F - Cold Holding); cooked seafood mix (46F - Cold Holding); raw calamari (46F - Cold Holding); cooked sweet potatoes (45F - Cold Holding); cooked pasta (45F - Cold Holding); raw fish filets (44F - Cold Holding) on reach in cooler, as per operator less than 1 hour. Operator add ice for rapid cooling.
High priority/03A-02-5/Corrective Action Taken
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 no food handler for Ediuliz Cruz, has been working more than 60 days.
Intermediate/53B-01-5
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cooked yuca and cooked corn prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not date marked on standing unit.operator dated during inspection.
Intermediate/02C-02-5/Corrected On-Site
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed dust accumulated on ceiling tiles at cook line.
Basic/36-34-5
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed on white chest freezer.
Basic/14-69-4
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled gaskets on white chest freezer.
Basic/23-03-4
Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Observed Sanitizer Bucket (Chlorine 0ppm); next to reach in cooler. Operator discarded and replaced with a new solution.Sanitizer Bucket (Chlorine 100ppm)
Basic/21-07-4/Corrected On-Site
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed bread crumbs container not identified with common name. Also observed seasoning bottles not labeled with common names next to steam table.
Basic/02D-01-5
Jan 6, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

1 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
Show 5 findings ▾
Raw animal foods not properly separated from one another based upon minimum required cooking temperature when stored in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed raw chicken stored over raw fish inside chest freezer. Operator stored raw chicken in a different unit away from raw fish.
High priority/08A-17-6/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Operator provided paper towels at time of inspection.
Intermediate/31B-02-4/Corrected On-Site
No soap provided at handwash sink. Operator provided soap.
Intermediate/31B-03-4/Corrected On-Site
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Basic/42-01-4/Repeat Violation
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed salt and msg containers no labeled.
Basic/02D-01-5
Jul 22, 2025Inspection 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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Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed spray bottle containing all purpose cleaner no labeled.
Intermediate/41-17-4
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed at bathroom water damage on ceiling tiles.
Basic/36-32-5/Repeat Violation
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Wrist and rings while cooking. Operator removed jewelry.
Basic/13-07-4/Corrected On-Site
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed two people cooking and preparing food no hair restraints.
Basic/13-03-4/Repeat Violation
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters soiled.
Basic/23-03-4/Repeat Violation
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Basic/42-01-4/Repeat Violation
Jan 16, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

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

0 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
Show 3 findings ▾
Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Observed ceviches offered on the menu not Identified as raw.
Intermediate/02B-01-5
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed at bathroom ceiling tiles water damage.
Basic/36-32-5
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Basic/50-09-4
Aug 23, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

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

1 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
Show 3 findings ▾
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed inside reach in cooler. Raw chicken over cooked potatoes. Employee put raw chicken on bottom shelf, under cooked potatoes.
High priority/08A-05-6/Corrected On-Site
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters soiled.
Basic/23-03-4/Repeat Violation
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed container with MSG (Ajinomoto) no labeled at prep area..
Basic/02D-01-5
Mar 12, 2024Inspection 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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Food stored on floor. Observed evaporated milk and cooking oil containers stored on the floor. Employee stored food items six inches above the floor.
Basic/08B-38-4/Corrected On-Site
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled hood filters.
Basic/23-03-4/Repeat Violation
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Employee stored wiping cloths inside sanitizer solution bucket.
Basic/21-12-4/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation
Oct 16, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

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

0 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
Show 3 findings ▾
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed plastic colander inside hand wash sink. Employee moved item from inside hand wash sink.
Intermediate/31A-11-4/Corrected On-Site
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters soiled.
Basic/23-03-4
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wet towel on top of counter. Employee stored in sanitizer solution.
Basic/21-12-4/Corrected On-Site

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.