Sr Ceviche Lighthouse INC in Lighthouse Point
Last inspected:
3100 N Federal Hwy, Lighthouse Point, FL 33064SR Ceviche Lighthouse in Lighthouse Point has accumulated 182 violations across 28 inspections since 2017, averaging 6.5 per visit. The facility was shut down once for fly activity. This location previously operated as El Tamarindo Cafe II in 2015, when inspectors cited a fire extinguisher in the red zone by the men's restroom, a violation that recurred under the current operator. The restaurant has faced 3 disciplinary actions totaling $2,520 in fines. Recent inspections from 2024 forward show escalating enforcement, including two administrative complaints recommended in 2024 and 2025. The most frequently cited violations involve hand washing, food contact surfaces, and utensil sanitation.
Most recent closure: February 5, 2019 for flies.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Sr Ceviche Lighthouse INC in Lighthouse Point: Comparison to Broward County Averages
This Facility
6.5
violations / inspection
6.5 violations per inspection
Broward County Avg
4.52
violations / inspection
4.52 county average
This Facility
1
emergency closures
1 closures
Broward County Avg
0.23
closures / facility
0.23 county average
Sr Ceviche Lighthouse INC in Lighthouse Point: Emergency Closure History (1)
Sr Ceviche Lighthouse INC in Lighthouse Point: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (4)
Total fines on record: $2,920.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2--2026003465 | $400.00 | Nov 6, 2025 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 2--2024010678 | $400.00 | Jan 31, 2024 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 2--2019006836 | $400.00 | Feb 6, 2019 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 2--2015046221 | $1,720.00 | Sep 17, 2015 | District 12 |
Sr Ceviche Lighthouse INC in Lighthouse Point: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (2)
— 2 fire violations
— Routine - Food · 45-02-4 · Call Back - Extension given, pending
Inspector Observation: Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only. By men's restroom. On 8/18/15 fire extinguisher discharged .
Legal Basis: Reporting: (d) The division, or its agent, shall notify the local firesafety authority or the State Fire Marshal of any readily observable violation of a rule adopted under chapter 633 which relates to public lodging establishments or public food establishments, and the identification of such violation does not require any firesafety inspection certification. For reporting purposes only.
— Routine - Food · 45-02-4 · Warning Issued
Inspector Observation: Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only. By men's restroom.
Legal Basis: Reporting: (d) The division, or its agent, shall notify the local firesafety authority or the State Fire Marshal of any readily observable violation of a rule adopted under chapter 633 which relates to public lodging establishments or public food establishments, and the identification of such violation does not require any firesafety inspection certification. For reporting purposes only.
Sr Ceviche Lighthouse INC in Lighthouse Point: Full Inspection History — DBPR (28)
— 4 inspections28 violations · 18 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 4 inspections26 violations · 17 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (10 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections13 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections5 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections13 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 4 inspections20 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 5 inspections27 violations · 16 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Emergency Order Callback Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 15 violations (8 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections9 violations · 7 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections7 violations · 3 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
Sr Ceviche Lighthouse INC in Lighthouse Point: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Sr Ceviche Lighthouse INC in Lighthouse Point last inspected?
- Sr Ceviche Lighthouse INC in Lighthouse Point was last inspected by Florida DBPR on November 7, 2025. The result was: Call Back - Complied.
- When was Sr Ceviche Lighthouse INC in Lighthouse Point last shut down?
- Sr Ceviche Lighthouse INC in Lighthouse Point was last shut down on February 5, 2019 for flies. This data reflects state records at time of publication. The facility may have since resolved these issues.
- What are the most common violations at Sr Ceviche Lighthouse INC in Lighthouse Point?
- The most frequently cited violations at Sr Ceviche Lighthouse INC in Lighthouse Point are: Proper hand/arm washing, Food contact surfaces, Clean multi-use utensils.
- How many health inspections has Sr Ceviche Lighthouse INC in Lighthouse Point had?
- Sr Ceviche Lighthouse INC in Lighthouse Point has had 28 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 6.5 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Sr Ceviche Lighthouse INC in Lighthouse Point find?
- Sr Ceviche Lighthouse INC in Lighthouse Point was most recently inspected on November 7, 2025 with 2 violation(s). Disposition: Call Back - Complied.
- Has Sr Ceviche Lighthouse INC in Lighthouse Point ever been shut down?
- Yes, Sr Ceviche Lighthouse INC in Lighthouse Point has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- What does Florida violation V05 (Handwashing procedures) mean?
- Violation 05 (Handwashing procedures) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/05.
- What does Florida violation V23 (Chemical properly stored) mean?
- Violation 23 (Chemical properly stored) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/23.
- Has Sr Ceviche Lighthouse INC in Lighthouse Point had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, Sr Ceviche Lighthouse INC in Lighthouse Point has 2 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has Sr Ceviche Lighthouse INC in Lighthouse Point faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Sr Ceviche Lighthouse INC in Lighthouse Point has 4 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $2,920.00 in fines.
- How much has Sr Ceviche Lighthouse INC in Lighthouse Point been fined?
- Sr Ceviche Lighthouse INC in Lighthouse Point has been fined a total of $2,920.00 across 4 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
- Has Sr Ceviche Lighthouse INC in Lighthouse Point operated under other names?
- Yes, this location previously operated as: El Tamarindo Cafe II (2015-2015).
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Data Source: This report is based on official public inspection records from the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR) and the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS).
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