MANCORA CEVICHE BAR & GRILL
7675 – 7679 W SAMPLE RD · CORAL SPRINGS · Broward County · FL 33065
Inspection Summary
Violation Summary
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All DBPR Inspector Observations
29 full violation description(s) documented by the inspector during this visit.
High Priority 9
03D-02-5High Priority – Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. -Observed cooked rice cooling in walk-in cooler at 48-52 degrees Fahrenheit. Rice has been cooling from overnight. Cooked rice did not cooled from 135°F to 41°F in a total of 6 hours. See stop sale.
35A-02-6High Priority – Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. -Observed 2 live flying insects landing on wall in kitchen. -Observed 4 live flying insects landing on wall in bar areas. **Warning**
14-15-4High Priority – Nonfood-grade containers used for food storage – direct contact with food. -Observed cooked lamb stored directly in shopping bags. Operator removed to an food grade container. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-02-6High Priority – Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer – not all products commercially packaged. -Observed raw octopus stored over cooked chicken in chest freezer. Operator relocate cooked chicken. **Corrected On-Site**
02C-01-5High Priority – Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. -Observed cooked sweet potatoes date mark as cooked dates 08/10/2023-08/11/2023. See stop sale.
01B-24-5High Priority – Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food not consumed/sold within 7 days after opening/preparation. See stop sale. Observed cooked sweet potatoes date mark as cooked dates 08/10/2023-08/11/2023.
01B-02-5High Priority – Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed cooked potatoes cold held at 48 degrees Fahrenheit in flip top cooler. Per operator, potatoes placed in unit on 08/19/2023.
03A-02-5High Priority – Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. -Observed cooked potatoes cold held at 48 degrees Fahrenheit in flip top cooler. Per operator, potatoes placed in unit on 08/19/2023. See stop sale. -Observed cooked eggs cold held in flip top cooler at 47°F. Per operator, eggs were cooked on 08/19/2023. See stop sale **Warning**
41-10-4High Priority – Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. -Observed spray bottle with cleaning chemical stored on shelf next to takeout containers. Operator relocate spray bottle. **Corrected On-Site**
Intermediate 5
11-27-4Intermediate – 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. A poster has been given to the operator. **Corrected On-Site**
03D-15-4Intermediate – Food being cooled by nonapproved method as evidenced by inadequate rate of cooling during time of inspection. -Observed cooked rice covered while cooling. Cooked rice found at 48-52°F after 6 hours.
53A-03-7Intermediate – Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ -Observed food manager certification expired on 04/09/2023
31A-09-4Intermediate – Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. -Observed handwash sink block with ice bucket.
02C-02-5Intermediate – Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. -Observed no date marked on cooked rice stored in walk-in cooler. Per operator, rice cooked on 08/19/2023. -Observed no date marked on cooked octopus stored in walk-in cooler. Per operator, item was cooked on 08/16/2023. Operator correctly date marked. -Observed no date marked on cooked lamb chops stored in walk-in cooler. Per operator, item was cooked on 08/16/2023. Operator correctly date marked. **Corrected On-Site**
Basic 15
22-20-5Basic – Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. -Observed accumulation of black mold like substance buildup inside ice machine.
36-32-5Basic – Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. -Observed ceiling in dishwashing area in disrepairs.
36-34-5Basic – Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. -Observed accumulation of dust buildup on AC vents, ceiling tiles and light shields in kitchen areas.
08B-49-4Basic – Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. -Observed employee cheese stored in glass door refrigerator not identified. Operator removed and stored in separately. **Corrected On-Site**
40-06-5Basic – Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. -Observed employees bags stored on food preparation table next to clean utensils.
24-08-4Basic – Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried – wet nesting. -Observed various food containers stored in a manner not allowing proper air drying.
36-17-5Basic – Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. -Observed floor tiles missing throughout walk-in cooler.
08B-38-4Basic – Food stored on floor. -Observed containers with food items stored on walk-in cooler floor. -Observed cases with drinking water stored on kitchen floor. Operator removed and stored properly. **Corrected On-Site**
10-08-5Basic – Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. -Observed ice scoop with handle stored in ice used for drinking.
10-01-5Basic – 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 with handle stored in flour container.
23-03-4Basic – Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -Observed soiled residue buildup on sugar and salt containers.
16-46-4Basic – Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning.
25-05-4Basic – Single-service articles improperly stored. -Observed cases with takeout containers stored on kitchen floor. Operator removed and stored properly. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-54-4Basic – Uncovered food stored near sink exposed to splash. -Observed 2 open containers with drinking water stored on front counter next to handwash sink. Operator removed and stored properly. **Corrected On-Site**
14-17-4Basic – Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Inspector observations synchronized from DBPR on October 23, 2026 12:57 PM.
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Inspection records and inspector observations reflect conditions documented by DBPR at the time of the inspection and may not reflect current conditions.