SR CEVICHE LIGHTHOUSE INC
3100 N FEDERAL HWY, Lighthouse Point FL 33064 · 786-422-3065
Last inspected Nov 7, 2025 · 9 visits since September 2023
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5 inspections trending up, 13 points better than where it started.
Raw sewage on ground of establishment. Observed gray water on ground around dumpster and next to back exit door.
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Disciplinary actions
4 cases · $2,920
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2--2026003465 | Nov 6, 2025 | Apr 20, 2026 | $400 |
| 2--2024010678 | Jan 31, 2024 | Jul 12, 2024 | $400 |
| 2--2019006836 | Feb 6, 2019 | Mar 15, 2019 | $400 |
| 2--2015046221 | Sep 17, 2015 | Nov 20, 2015 | $1,720 |
Inspection history
9 visits, newest first
Nov 7, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 2 findings
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. 1. Hood filters at cookline in kitchen.
Nov 6, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 11 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority1 Intermediate8 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. 1. Bowl of raw beef on shelf above container of cooked octopus in reach in cooler in kitchen. 2. Container of raw chicken stored on shelf above container of baked potatoes. Operator reorganized.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Rice (72F), cut tomato (50F), shrimp (50F), mussels (50F), calamari (50F), fries (50F), plaintain (50F), yucca fries (50F), and cooked beef (50F) at flip top cooler and four drawer reach in cooler opposite cookline in kitchen. Not prepared or portioned today. Foods placed in unit three hours ago per operator. Observed water draining from reach in cooler onto towels on the floor. Operator moved foods to reach in cooler to rapid chill to 41F or below.
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
Accumulation of lime scale on the inside of the dishmachine in kitchen.
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 water draining from four drawer reach-in cooler on to the floor opposite cookline in kitchen.
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in four drawer reach in cooler opposite cookline in kitchen.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. 1. Hood filters at cookline in kitchen.
Screen in door torn and poor repair at exterior door in kitchen.
Screening is not 16-mesh to the inch at exterior door in kitchen.
Water draining onto floor surface from four drawer reach in cooler opposite cookline in kitchen.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wet wiping cloths stored on hand sink faucet and at cutting board in kitchen.
Aug 6, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 11 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority0 Intermediate8 Basic
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Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. 1. Food contaminated by unsanitized equipment or utensil. Observed opened personal employee water bottle stored in direct contact with rice at flip top cooler opposite cookline in kitchen. See stop sale. 2. Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. Observed commercial processed fish completely thawed in sealed reduced oxygen packaging in reach in cooler in kitchen. See Stop Sale.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Rice (59F) stored in flip top cooler opposite cookline in kitchen. Not prepared or portioned today. Stored in unit overnight per operator. See Stop sale.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Rice (59F) stored in flip top cooler opposite cookline in kitchen. Not prepared or portioned today. Stored in unit overnight per operator. See Stop sale.
Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. Observed commercial processed fish completely thawed in sealed reduced oxygen packaging in reach in cooler in kitchen. See Stop Sale.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee drink cup stored on cutting board opposite cookline in kitchen. Operator removed.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee personal cell phone stored on cutting board opposite cookline in kitchen. Operator removed.
Food contaminated by unsanitized equipment or utensil. Observed opened personal employee water bottle stored in direct contact with rice at flip top cooler opposite cookline in kitchen. See stop sale.
Lights in dry food storage area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. 1. Door gaskets and tracks at four drawer reach in cooler opposite cookline in kitchen.
Standing water in bottom of four drawer reach-in-cooler opposite cookline in kitchen.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. 1. Observed frozen cooked peppers thawing at room temperature in triple sink in kitchen. 2. Observed frozen cooked beans thawing at room temp at cookline in the kitchen.
Jan 29, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority3 Intermediate5 Basic
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Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed employee washing silver bowl in hand wash sink at ceviche prep station.
No soap provided at handwash sink in kitchen. Operator provided soap.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed unlabeled spray bottle containing yellow toxic substance, not labeled at triple sink in kitchen.
Employee eating in a food preparation or other restricted area. Observed open can of Coca Cola next to cutting board on prep counter in kitchen. Operator removed.
Light not functioning. One light not functioning at hood above cookline in kitchen.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. 1. Hood filters above cookline in kitchen.
Plumbing system in disrepair. Observed water draining onto floor and into plastic container from three door reach in cooler in kitchen.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed bagged raw frozen fish and bagged frozen calamari thawing in standing water at triple sink in kitchen. Operator removed.
Oct 22, 2024□ 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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Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable, opposite cook line in kitchen.
Equipment in poor repair. 1. Observed broken and missing handles on rice warmer in kitchen. 2. Reach-in chest freezer door not completely attached to hinges, does not properly open or close.
Aug 20, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 19 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority6 Intermediate10 Basic
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Evidence of mop/cleaning wastewater dumped onto ground at back exit door, gray water near back door.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Container of raw beef hearts stored above cooked pasta in reach in cooler in kitchen. Operator reorganized.
Raw sewage on ground of establishment. Observed gray water on ground around dumpster and next to back exit door.
Employee has not received adequate training related to their assigned duties as evidenced by the inability to answer basic food safety questions. Reviewed cooling control point with employee heated cooling cooked corn.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed container of sauce and food debris in basin of hand sink at ceviche prep station. Operator removed.
No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Linda Barrera, 7/26/22.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink in the kitchen. Operator restocked.
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. Cynthia Chavez, 7/19/24 expired, SafeStaff.
Spray bottle containing yellow toxic substance not labeled at triple sink in kitchen. Operator labeled "degreaser".
Ceiling vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance, throughout kitchen and prep areas.
Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. Observed mani mani thawing in sealed ROP packaging in reach in cooler in kitchen. Operator opened packages.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable, opposite cook line in kitchen.
Equipment in poor repair. 1. Observed broken and missing handles on rice warmer in kitchen. 2. Reach-in chest freezer door not completely attached to hinges, does not properly open or close.
Food stored on floor. Observed boxed limes and oil in plastic jugs stored on floor in storage. Operator removed.
Grease receptacle lid open. Operator closed
No mop sink or curbed cleaning facility provided at establishment.
Open dumpster lid. Operator closed.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust, behind dish machine and next to prep area.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Wet mop stored on floor in dry storage area.
Feb 1, 2024Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 2 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. 1. Raw shell eggs ambient 61F at 2:30pm, placed on counter at 9am per operator, under no temperature control. See Stop Sale. 2. Cooked corn (61F) on food prep table next to cook line under no temperature control. Prepared less than three hours ago per operator. Operator placed in reach in cooler to quick chill. 3. Shrimp (52F) and green mussel (52F)in the flip top reach in cooler in sushi prep area. Stored in flip top cooler less than two hours per operator. Containers filled above load line. Operator moved to reach in cooler to quick chill.
Equipment in poor repair. 1. Reach cooler door gasket hanging loose, sushi prep area.
Jan 31, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 15 violations recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority2 Intermediate10 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Bowl of raw chicken leg quarters on top of container of cooked rice. Operator reorganized.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Raw shell eggs ambient 61F at 2:30pm, placed on counter at 9am per operator, under no temperature control. See Stop Sale.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. 1. Raw shell eggs ambient 61F at 2:30pm, placed on counter at 9am per operator, under no temperature control. See Stop Sale. 2. Cooked corn (61F) on food prep table next to cook line under no temperature control. Prepared less than three hours ago per operator. Operator placed in reach in cooler to quick chill. 3. Shrimp (52F) and green mussel (52F)in the flip top reach in cooler in sushi prep area. Stored in flip top cooler less than two hours per operator. Containers filled above load line. Operator moved to reach in cooler to quick chill.
Menu contains an item made with a raw/undercooked animal food as an ingredient and description of item does not inform consumer of raw/undercooked animal food ingredient, ceviche clasico on lunch special menu.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. 1. Unlabeled spray bottle of clear liquid on table in sushi prep. Operator labeled "409". 2. Unlabeled spray bottle of red liquid at the ware wash sink. Operator labeled "degreaser".
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine in the kitchen.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Plastic single use container used to scoop raw fish at flip top cooler in sushi prep area.
Equipment in poor repair. 1. Reach cooler door gasket hanging loose, sushi prep area.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Utensil water 73F on table next to cookline.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of grease/food debris on prep table next to cook line in the kitchen.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. 1. Clean utensil storage rack above the triple sink in the kitchen. 2. Hood filters above cook line.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning, on storage shelf next to cookline.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Raw fish and raw shrimp thawing in standing water at the triple sink. Operator removed.
Wall soiled with black mold-like substance behind the triple sink in the kitchen.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. No labels on MSG, sugar, and flour store on shelf at food prep table in the kitchen. Operator labeled.
Sep 22, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority4 Intermediate3 Basic
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Container of medicine improperly stored. Employee multivitamins stored on shelf above food prep counter in the kitchen. Operator removed.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw beef stored over cooked pasta and cooked potatoes in the reach in cooler in the kitchen. Operator reorganized.
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. No vacuum breaker at the mop sink by the back exit door outside.
Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of foodborne illnesses and symptoms of illness that would prevent an employee from working with food, clean equipment and utensils, and single-service items. Printed poster. Operator posted.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. No chlorine sanitizer test kit.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink in the kitchen. Operator provided.
No soap provided at handwash sink in the kitchen. Operator provided.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee bag stored next to good utensil on shelf above food prep counter. Operator removed.
Food storage container lid cracked or broken. Lid for the container of sugar on shelf in dry storage.
Stored food not covered. Sugar in a container on a shelf in dry storage uncovered.
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