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SR CEVICHE

2576 NE MIAMI GARDENS DR, Miami FL 33180 · 786.422.3065

Last inspected Apr 21, 2026 · 7 visits since November 2023

Licence typeRestaurant
Seats38
Risk levelRisk Level 2
LicenceSEA2315217
Grade history
MAY 24
SEP 24
JAN 25
SEP 25
APR 26
≈ ERRATIC

5 inspections, swinging between A and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.

Worst finding on record
Live, small flying insects found. Observed two live flying insects flying in kitchen area, one landing on cooked rice at cook line.
High priority/35A-02-7
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Inspection history

7 visits, newest first

Apr 21, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

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

1 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 4 findings
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Observed faucets at mop sink with no vacuum breaker.
High priority/29-42-4/Return visit Apr 21, 2026 · Time Extended
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn in kitchen.
Basic/14-11-5/Repeat Violation/Return visit Apr 21, 2026 · Time Extended
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed standing water on floor underneath dish machine.
Basic/36-22-4/Repeat Violation/Return visit Apr 21, 2026 · Time Extended
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed reach in cooler shelves rusted.
Basic/14-33-4/Repeat Violation/Return visit Apr 21, 2026 · Time Extended
Apr 20, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 28 recorded, 9 high priority.

9 High priority4 Intermediate15 Basic
Show 28 findings ▾
Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. Observed cooked rice (77F - Cooling) inside walk in cooler. As per operator product was made previous day and held outside of cooler all night until one hour prior to inspection.
High priority/03D-02-5
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/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. Observed cooked rice (77F - Cooling) inside walk in cooler. As per operator product was made previous day and held outside of cooler all night until one hour prior to inspection.
High priority/01B-36-5
Live, small flying insects found. Observed two live flying insects flying in kitchen area, one landing on cooked rice at cook line.
High priority/35A-02-7
Raw animal food stored over canned/bottled drinks. Observed raw fish stored over bottles of beer inside walk in cooler.
High priority/08A-11-5
Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw chicken stored over unwashed tomatoes inside walk in cooler.
High priority/08A-04-5
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw swai stored over ready to eat spicy sauce in flip top portion of reach in cooler in kitchen.
High priority/08A-05-6
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Observed Live, small flying insects found. Observed one live flying insects flying in kitchen area landing on cooked rice at cook line.
High priority/01B-13-4
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked rice (74F - Cold Holding) at cook line, as per operator for one hour.
High priority/03A-02-5
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Observed faucets at mop sink with no vacuum breaker.
High priority/29-42-4
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no chemical test kit for chlorine.
Intermediate/16-37-1
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap at hand sink next to cook line.
Intermediate/31B-03-4/Repeat Violation
Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels. Observed paper towel dispenser unable to dispense paper towels next to cook line.
Intermediate/31B-05-4
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cooked chicken and cooked steak not date marked inside reach in cooler next to cook line. As per operator products were prepared over 24 hours ago.
Intermediate/02C-02-5/Repeat Violation
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Observed both bathroom doors not self closing.
Basic/32-04-4
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed all reach in cooler handles soiled.
Basic/23-24-4
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling tiles heavily soiled with dust above prep area in kitchen.
Basic/36-34-5
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn in kitchen.
Basic/14-11-5/Repeat Violation
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed standing water on floor underneath dish machine.
Basic/36-22-4/Repeat Violation
Food stored on floor. Observed container of sliced onions stored on floor inside walk in cooler and cases of oil stored on floor in dry storage room.
Basic/08B-38-4/Repeat Violation
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed all reach in cooler gaskets soiled. Observed hood filters heavily soiled with grease.
Basic/23-03-4/Repeat Violation
Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. Observed back door not self closing, unable to close completely leaving gaps at side and top of door.
Basic/35B-03-4
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed reach in cooler shelves heavily soiled next to cook line.
Basic/22-16-4
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed reach in cooler shelves rusted.
Basic/14-33-4/Repeat Violation
Stored food not covered. Observed multiple foods stored uncovered inside bottom of reach in cooler next to cook line.
Basic/08B-12-5
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed raw shrimp thawing inside standing water at dish area.
Basic/06-01-5/Repeat Violation
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed walk in cooler shelves rusted.
Basic/14-17-4/Repeat Violation
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed walls heavily soiled in kitchen.
Basic/36-27-5
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed containers of salt and flour not labeled under table in back prep area.
Basic/02D-01-5
Sep 23, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 17 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

1 High priority4 Intermediate12 Basic
Show 17 findings ▾
Observed employee plating food for customer without washing hands and changing gloves after handling raw fish.
High priority/12A-09-4
Handwash sink in kitchen area not accessible for employee use at all times due to fries being stored inside. Chef removed.
Intermediate/31A-09-4
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Located in kitchen area.
Intermediate/31B-02-4
No soap provided at handwash sink. Located in kitchen area.
Intermediate/31B-03-4
Observed various foods in reach in cooler/freezer and walk in cooler prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked.
Intermediate/02C-02-5
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
Basic/16-21-4
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn.
Basic/14-11-5
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Located in dry storage area.
Basic/36-22-4
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer.
Basic/14-69-4
In-use tongs stored on stove door handle between uses.
Basic/10-20-4
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Located in waiter station.
Basic/31B-04-4
Observed cases of oil stored on floor in dry storage area.
Basic/08B-38-4/Repeat Violation
Observed raw shrimp thawing at room temperature. Located on prep table in kitchen area.
Basic/06-01-5
Observed various kitchen equipment to include hood suppression system soiled with grease buildup.
Basic/23-03-4
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning.
Basic/16-46-4
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Basic/14-33-4
Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Basic/14-17-4/Repeat Violation
Jan 22, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

0 High priority2 Intermediate6 Basic
Show 8 findings ▾
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink.
Intermediate/31B-02-4
No soap provided at handwash sink.
Intermediate/31B-03-4
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed a bowl with no handle being used to dispense rice.
Basic/14-01-5
Floor in disrepair. Located in walk in cooler.
Basic/36-17-5
Food stored on floor. Observed bucket of food being stored on floor in walk in cooler.
Basic/08B-38-4
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board.
Basic/21-04-4
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed various fish thawing in standing water in 3 compartment sink.
Basic/06-01-5
Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Basic/14-17-4/Repeat Violation
Sep 23, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 13 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

3 High priority1 Intermediate9 Basic
Show 13 findings ▾
Employee began working with food, handling clean equipment or utensils, or touching unwrapped single-service items without first washing hands. Observed employee washing dishes then proceeding to prep food for customer consumption without washing hands first.
High priority/12A-16-4
Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw chicken being stored directly over unwashed vegetables in walk in cooler.
High priority/08A-04-5
Shell eggs not stored at an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less.
High priority/03A-03-5/Repeat Violation
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed containers of cut fruit being stored in hand washing sink. Located in drink station. Employee removed.
Intermediate/31A-09-4/Corrected On-Site
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee drink on drainboard next to octopus being prepped.
Basic/12B-07-4
Equipment located in an area not protected from overhead leakage of pipes, drains and other sources. Observed pots and pans being stored outside not protected from elements.
Basic/24-15-4
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Located in kitchen area.
Basic/36-22-4
Food stored in a location that is exposed to splash/dust. Observed employee cutting octopus on drain board attached to dishwasher. Dishwasher was in use and food was exposed to splash. Advised Chef and he instructed employee to remove.
Basic/08B-36-4/Corrected On-Site
Food stored on floor. Observed various foods being stored on floor throughout kitchen area.
Basic/08B-38-4
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters soiled with accumulated grease buildup.
Basic/23-03-4
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Basic/14-33-4
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed bags of raw fish thawing in standing water in 3 compartment sink.
Basic/06-01-5
Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Basic/14-17-4
May 15, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 12 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

3 High priority2 Intermediate7 Basic
Show 12 findings ▾
Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for food container. Observed non food grade paper towels lining pan of cut vegetables.
High priority/14-86-1
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw chicken being stored over various ready to eat foods in reach in freezer.
High priority/08A-05-6
Shell eggs not stored at an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less.
High priority/03A-03-5
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink.
Intermediate/31B-02-4
No soap provided at handwash sink.
Intermediate/31B-03-4
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
Basic/16-21-4
Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged mahi bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package.
Basic/06-09-1
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Located on stove door.
Basic/10-20-4
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board.
Basic/21-04-4
Reach-in cooler interior have accumulation of soil residues.
Basic/22-16-4
Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Basic/14-17-4
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed sugar, flour and rice removed from their containers placed in plastic containers and not labeled.
Basic/02D-01-5
Nov 13, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

1 High priority5 Intermediate3 Basic
Show 9 findings ▾
Shell eggs not stored at an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less. Located on prep table. Chef moved to reach in cooler.
High priority/03A-03-5
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. Discussed and emailed form to operator.
Intermediate/11-27-4/Corrective Action Taken
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed bag of fries being stored in hand washing sink.
Intermediate/31A-09-4
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Located in kitchen area.
Intermediate/31B-02-4
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. Discussed and emailed form to operator.
Intermediate/11-26-1/Corrective Action Taken
No soap provided at handwash sink. Located in kitchen area.
Intermediate/31B-03-4
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
Basic/16-21-4
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Located on stove door.
Basic/10-20-4
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Basic/14-33-4

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.