PERUVIAN KITCHEN
18117 NE 19 AVE, North Miami Beach FL 33162 · 786-768-4418
Last inspected Jul 14, 2026 · 11 visits since February 2024
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
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Disciplinary actions
3 cases · $960
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1--2025081432 | Sep 8, 2025 | Jan 12, 2026 | $160 |
| 1--2021010204 | Feb 26, 2021 | May 17, 2021 | $400 |
| 1--2016035400 | Jul 27, 2016 | Aug 31, 2016 | $400 |
Inspection history
11 visits, newest first
Jul 14, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 8 findingsThe state's own report →
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed raw beef (51F - Cold Holding)stored in the reach in cooler overnight, as per operator. Stop sale issued.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed raw beef (51F - Cold Holding)stored in the reach in cooler overnight, as per operator. Stop sale issued.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed spray bottle with bleach with no name label.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn.
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In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses.
Open dumpster lid.
Plumbing system in disrepair. Observed plumbing under 3 compartment sink in disrepair leaking on to a container on the floor.
Stored food not covered. Observed swai filets, yuca and seafood mix in the reach in cooler not covered.
Jul 14, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Equipment in poor repair. Observed 2 door reach in cooler gaskets torn.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Throughout the kitchen.
Dec 8, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 9 recorded.
0 High priority4 Intermediate5 Basic
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Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed old food debris inside the kitchen handwashing sink.
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
Observed no chlorine chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed employees named Neimy, Suzanne and Jennifer with expired employee certificate.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed 2 door reach in cooler gaskets torn.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Throughout the kitchen.
Food stored on floor. Observed a bag of onions, rice bag and sweet potatoes box stored on the floor in the back storage room.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed mussels thawing in room temperature. Operator placed under running water.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall in the back storage room with the walls soiled.
Sep 8, 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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Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed all employee training expired on 10/24/24.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. In the kitchen.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed torn gaskets in 3 reach in coolers in the kitchen also soiled.
Jul 7, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 11 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority4 Intermediate6 Basic
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Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Observed employee with gloves handling cooked chicken, then washed her gloves and being food preparation. Educated employee how to properly wash their hands and removed gloves.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed front counter handwashing sink with food debris inside.
Packaged food not labeled as specified by law. Observed black beans, rice and flour in containers with no name label.
Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed all employee training expired on 10/24/24.
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed hot water turned off in the bathroom handwashing sink.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed plastic bowl used as a scoop with no handle in the rice and bean container.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee drink on top of reach in cooler.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. In the kitchen.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed torn gaskets in 3 reach in coolers in the kitchen also soiled.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed seafood mix, beef heart and swai fish, stored on top of prep table thawing in room temperature. Discussed with operator different ways to thaw properly.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed storage room with walls soiled.
Dec 26, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority3 Intermediate4 Basic
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No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed Ingrid Karen Victor and Nora with expired certificates.
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed no hot water in the bathroom handwashing sink.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. In the kitchen.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses.
Observed reach-in freezer interior have accumulation of soil residues in the back storage room.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. In the storage room.
Dec 18, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 16 recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority3 Intermediate9 Basic
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Shell eggs not stored at an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less. Observed raw shell eggs (48F - ambient temperature ) stored in the reach in cooler for less than 3 hours as per operator. Advised operator place ice over item or place inside another reach in cooler.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed raw beef (52F - Cold Holding); raw chicken (50F - Cold Holding); boiled potatoes (46F - Cold Holding) stored in the reach in cooler since last night as per operator. Stop sale issued.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed raw beef (52F - Cold Holding); raw chicken (50F - Cold Holding); boiled potatoes (46F - Cold Holding) stored in the reach in cooler since last night as per operator. Stop sale issued.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed chicken with sauce (124F - Hot Holding) stored on top of the stove for less than 30 minutes as per operator. Operator placed back into the oven to reheat.
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed Ingrid Karen Victor and Nora with expired certificates.
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed no hot water in the bathroom handwashing sink.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed plastic bowls with no handle used as a scoop in the rice and bean containers.
Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired. Observed first reach in cooler in the kitchen with ambient temperature of 48F.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. In the kitchen.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed scoop handle inside the flour. Operator stored properly.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gaskets soiled in 2 reach in cooler.
Observed in-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board.
Observed reach-in freezer interior have accumulation of soil residues in the back storage room.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. In the storage room.
Jul 8, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
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No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. None of the reach in coolers have ambient thermometer.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed shelves on top of 3 compartment sink soiled. Observed hood filters soiled.
Jul 2, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 12 recorded, 5 high priority.
5 High priority2 Intermediate5 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. Observed black beans (58F - Cooling) stored in the reach in cooler over night, as per operator. Provided form and educated employees how to properly cool food items.
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. Observed black beans (58F - Cooling) stored in the reach in cooler over night, as per operator. Provided form and educated employees how to properly cool food items.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed raw chicken (46F - Cold Holding); swai (45F - Cold Holding); cooked sweet potatoes (46F - Cold Holding) stored in the reach in cooler over night. Stop sale issues.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed raw chicken (46F - Cold Holding); swai (45F - Cold Holding); cooked sweet potatoes (46F - Cold Holding) stored in the reach in cooler over night. Stop sale issues. Observed calamari (58F - Cold Holding/2nd temp 42F); shrimp (60F - Cold Holding/2nd temp 43F); octopus (59F - Cold Holding/2nd temp 42F); tilapia (60F - Cold Holding/2nd temp 42F) stored in the ceviche station for less than 4 hours, as per operator. Items were placed under ice.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed corn (127F - Hot Holding) stored on top of the stove 3 hours before inspection, as per operator. Operator reheated corn (180F - Reheating).
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired. Observed storage room reach in cooler ambient temperature at 45F, ceviche station reach in cooler at 48F and kitchen reach in cooler at 54F.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed 5 knives stored between 2 reach in coolers in the kitchen. Operator removed.
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. None of the reach in coolers have ambient thermometer.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed shelves on top of 3 compartment sink soiled. Observed hood filters soiled.
May 1, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate6 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed oven baked chicken (123F - Hot Holding) stored on the shelve of the kitchen, advised operator to reheat item.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed a metal container and a spatula at the front handwashing sink. Operator removed.
Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Observed ceviche not identified on the menu.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Throughout the establishment.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Throughout the kitchen.
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Operator removed.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler gasket and shelves next to the 3 compartment sink soiled.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Worn, torn and/or soiled floors/carpeting. Behind the fryers and stove.
Feb 12, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 18 violations recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority3 Intermediate11 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Observed employee not changing gloves as needed, Inspector instructed employee during inspection.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed 11 whole raw chicken at 74° F. in standing water inside uncovered mop sink,that is located outside of the establishment.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed 11 whole raw chicken at 74° F. in standing water inside uncovered mop sink,that is located outside of the establishment.
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,
Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Observed in menu fish ceviche is not identified.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cooked pasta not date marked inside reach in cooler at kitchen area, as per employee over 24 hours, employee dated during inspection.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed in units at kitchen area.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed in kitchen area.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed at the back door.
Food stored in a prohibited area. Observed 11 whole raw chicken at 74° F. in standing water inside uncovered mop sink,that is located outside of the establishment.
Food stored on floor. Observed cooking oil container stored on kitchen floor.
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Employee removed.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed whole raw chicken at 74° F. in standing water inside uncovered mop sink,that is located outside of the establishment.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Wet wiping cloths used for occasional spills on equipment food- and nonfood-contact surfaces not clean. Observed several WC in kitchen area.
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