Mancora Ceviche Bar & Grill
Last inspected: Mar 6, 2026
100
Score
Across the available record, Mancora Ceviche Bar & Grill has 13 inspections on file, the first dated 2022. Inspectors last stopped by on Mar 6, 2026. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.
Recent visits have flagged more than earlier ones: around eight violations per visit lately, up from roughly six violations before.
Looking across the full record, “handwash sink not accessible for employee use” is the recurring theme, flagged five times.
Mancora Ceviche Bar & Grill's latest score of 100 sits above the Coral Springs average of 77. The record is unremarkable in either direction.
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Inspections
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Inspection History
Mar 6, 2026
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Jan 12, 2026
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 10 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated
FL-13
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Personal Cleanliness
FL-40
Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed
FL-50
45
Sep 10, 2025
Routine - Food
4 major violations. 10 minor violations.
View 14 violations
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Procedures for Responding to Vomiting/Diarrheal Events
FL-05
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Toxic Substances Properly Identified, Stored, Used
FL-32
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Personal Cleanliness
FL-40
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
Washing Fruits and Vegetables
FL-42
Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed
FL-50
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
37
Feb 18, 2025
Complaint Full
No violations found.
100
Feb 11, 2025
Complaint Full
2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No hot running water at three-compartment sink. Three compartment sink water temperature 78F **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-02-11: Three compartment sink water temperature 78F. Time extended until 2/17 **Time Extended**
27-06-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. All hand wash sinks water temperature 78F **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-02-11: Water temperature at all hand sinks 78F. Time extended until 2/17 **Time Extended**
27-16-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - No hot running water at mop sink. Mop sink water temperature 78F **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-02-11: Water temperature of mop sink 78F. Time extended until 2/17 **Time Extended**
27-10-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. Wall tile in disrepair at kitchen behind oven **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-02-11: Observed at callback same **Time Extended**
36-24-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Gasket torn at walk in cooler door **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-02-11: Observed at callback- same **Time Extended**
14-11-5
70
Feb 10, 2025
Complaint Full
1 critical violation. 4 major violations. 8 minor violations.
View 13 violations
High Priority - Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Sanitizer Bucket Chlorine over 200ppm. Operator drained solution and made new. Chlorine now at 100ppm **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
41-27-4
Intermediate - No hot running water at three-compartment sink. Three compartment sink water temperature 78F **Warning**
27-06-4
Intermediate - Operator is not properly tracking/marking the number of days ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite was held at refrigeration temperatures prior to freezing in order to properly date mark the food when it is thawed and held at refrigeration temperatures again. Cooked calamari not time tracked. Operator added time in time out **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
02C-04-5
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Bottle of degreaser unlabeled at dish area. Operator labeled **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
41-17-4
Intermediate - Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. All hand wash sinks water temperature 78F **Warning**
27-16-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Bowl used as scoop in flour container. Operator removed **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
14-01-5
Basic - Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Employee wearing watch while working with food **Warning**
13-07-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Gasket torn at walk in cooler door **Warning**
14-11-5
Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. Wall tile in disrepair at kitchen behind oven **Warning**
36-24-5
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. In use utensils in container of water 77F. Operator cleaned out containers we and stored utensils dry in container. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
10-07-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. No hand wash sign in male and female bathroom for employees **Warning**
31B-04-4
Basic - No hot running water at mop sink. Mop sink water temperature 78F **Warning**
27-10-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Container of flour in kitchen not covered. Operator covered **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08B-12-5
39
Oct 24, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. 1. Raw chicken over raw beef in flip top cooler. Operator properly inverted. 2. Raw chicken over raw beef in walk in cooler. Operator properly inverted. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
08A-20-5
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Mop supplies blocking hand sink by dish area. Operator moved mop supplies **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. No soap at hand sink by Cookline. Operator provided soap **Corrected On-Site**
31B-03-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Oil squeeze bottles in kitchen not labled. Operator labeled squeeze bottles **Corrected On-Site**
02D-01-5
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Cooking utensils stored in container of water 79F. Operator moved container to stove to apply heat. Water at 155F **Corrected On-Site**
10-07-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Container of lamb shanks on floor in walk in cooler. Operator elevated container **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Bowl used for scoop in flour container. Operator removed bowl **Corrected On-Site**
14-01-5
58
Feb 22, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 3 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw fish over ready to eat assorted foods. Operator switched foods to its appropriate placements. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken over raw beef under flip top unit in kitchen cook line. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-20-5
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener blade soiled
22-02-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink in kitchen area. Operator placed paper towels at handwashing station. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed old labels on containers in walk in cooler on various containers.
16-46-4
Basic - Employee eating in a food preparation or other restricted area. Employees eating on cook-line. Operator corrected and employees moved to dining room.. **Corrected On-Site**
12B-02-4
50
Aug 23, 2023
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
74
Aug 22, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 4 major violations. 7 minor violations.
View 12 violations
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High 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** - From follow-up inspection 2023-08-22: At the time of callback inspection, 3 live flying insects from landing on wall in bar areas. **Admin Complaint**
35A-02-6
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - 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** - From follow-up inspection 2023-08-22: **Time Extended**
11-27-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - 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 48-52F after 6 hours. - From follow-up inspection 2023-08-22:
03D-15-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - 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 - From follow-up inspection 2023-08-22: **Time Extended**
53A-03-7
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. -Observed handwash sink block with ice bucket. - From follow-up inspection 2023-08-22: **Time Extended**
31A-09-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. -Observed ceiling in dishwashing area in disrepairs. - From follow-up inspection 2023-08-22: **Time Extended**
36-32-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - 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. - From follow-up inspection 2023-08-22: **Time Extended**
36-34-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. -Observed various food containers stored in a manner not allowing proper air drying. - From follow-up inspection 2023-08-22: **Time Extended**
24-08-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. -Observed floor tiles missing throughout walk-in cooler. - From follow-up inspection 2023-08-22: **Time Extended**
36-17-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. -Observed ice scoop with handle stored in ice used for drinking. - From follow-up inspection 2023-08-22: **Time Extended**
10-08-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - 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. - From follow-up inspection 2023-08-22: **Time Extended**
10-01-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. - From follow-up inspection 2023-08-22: **Time Extended**
14-17-4
41
Aug 21, 2023
Routine - Food
9 critical violations. 5 major violations. 15 minor violations.
View 29 violations
High 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.
03D-02-5
High 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**
03A-02-5
High 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.
01B-02-5
High 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-24-5
High 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.
02C-01-5
High 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**
08A-02-6
High 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**
41-10-4
High 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**
14-15-4
High 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**
35A-02-6
Intermediate - 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**
11-27-4
Intermediate - 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.
03D-15-4
Intermediate - 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
53A-03-7
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. -Observed handwash sink block with ice bucket.
31A-09-4
Intermediate - 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**
02C-02-5
Basic - Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
14-17-4
Basic - 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.
22-20-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. -Observed ceiling in dishwashing area in disrepairs.
36-32-5
Basic - 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.
36-34-5
Basic - 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**
08B-49-4
Basic - 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.
40-06-5
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. -Observed various food containers stored in a manner not allowing proper air drying.
24-08-4
Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. -Observed floor tiles missing throughout walk-in cooler.
36-17-5
Basic - 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**
08B-38-4
Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. -Observed ice scoop with handle stored in ice used for drinking.
10-08-5
Basic - 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.
10-01-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -Observed soiled residue buildup on sugar and salt containers.
23-03-4
Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning.
16-46-4
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. -Observed cases with takeout containers stored on kitchen floor. Operator removed and stored properly. **Corrected On-Site**
25-05-4
Basic - 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**
08B-54-4
7
Nov 21, 2022
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 5 violations
High Priority - In-use utensil stored in unclean water at or above 135 degrees Fahrenheit. -Observed in-use utensils stored in unclean water at 76 degrees Fahrenheit.
10-05-5
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. -Observed handwash sink block with rolling cart. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink on cookline. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. -Observed no handle bowl used to dispense flour. **Corrected On-Site**
14-01-5
Basic - Stored food not covered. -Observed a uncovered container with flour in kitchen area. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-12-5
64
Oct 28, 2022
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed ceiling tiles above cook line soiled and damaged with water damage from leak above cook line. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-08-10: Observed same. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2022-10-28: Observed same. **Time Extended**
36-32-5
95
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Mancora Ceviche Bar & Grill last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Mancora Ceviche Bar & Grill on file is from Mar 6, 2026. The public record contains 13 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Mancora Ceviche Bar & Grill?
Across the inspection record, “handwash sink not accessible for employee use” has been cited five times, more than any other issue at Mancora Ceviche Bar & Grill.
How does Mancora Ceviche Bar & Grill compare to other restaurants in Coral Springs?
Mancora Ceviche Bar & Grill most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Coral Springs average of 77.
Has Mancora Ceviche Bar & Grill's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Mancora Ceviche Bar & Grill have averaged around eight violations per visit, up from roughly six earlier in the record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Mancora Ceviche Bar & Grill means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.
How often is Mancora Ceviche Bar & Grill inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Mancora Ceviche Bar & Grill is inspected around four times per year on average.
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