Anejo Cocina Mexicana
Last inspected: Mar 3, 2026
37
Score
Anejo Cocina Mexicana appears in inspection records four times, starting in 2025. The most recent report on file is from Mar 3, 2026. A high risk tier suggests the facility had a rough recent inspection, with multiple violations on record.
The picture has gotten worse over the last few visits, with the average climbing from around six violations to closer to 14 violations.
“Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled” comes up most often, recorded two times in the inspection record.
The city-wide average sits at 79, which Anejo Cocina Mexicana's 37 doesn't quite reach. This restaurant has more on its record than most do.
4
Inspections
1
Critical latest
4
Major latest
9
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 3, 2026
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 4 major violations. 9 minor violations.
View 14 violations
High Priority - Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. 15 packets of salmon, tuna and tilapia not thawed per package requirements in reach-in cooler and walk-in cooler. **Warning**
01B-13-4
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Spray bottle containing pink substance identified by operator as degreaser unlabeled. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
41-17-4
Intermediate - Chemical test kit not used to ensure proper sanitization of equipment and utensils when using a chemical sanitizer. No heat strip or thermometer for dish machine. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
16-33-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. At end of cooks line. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
53B-01-5
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Plastic bowl used as scoop in sugar and flour bulk container. Operator discarded **Corrected On-Site**
14-01-5
Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. On cooks line. **Warning**
29-49-6
Basic - 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. 15 packets of salmon, tuna and tilapia not thawed per package requirements in reach-in cooler and walk-in cooler. **Warning**
06-09-1
Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
32-12-6
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. **Warning**
35B-01-4
Basic - Light not functioning. One light burnt out under each hood. Operator changed. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
36-62-4
Basic - Missing drain plug at dumpster. **Warning**
33-11-4
Basic - Open dumpster lid. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
33-16-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Sugar, salt, cinnamon sugar and flour bulk containers unlabeled. **Corrected On-Site**
02D-01-5
37
Oct 7, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 6 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 13 violations
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Raw shell eggs over tortilla and sauces in walk-in cooler. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08A-20-5
High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Shopping bags used to stored tortillas in warmer. Shopping bags used to store ice used on fish in pullout cooler below grill on cooks line. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
14-31-5
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Handwashing sink at bar by pan with syrups. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. **Warning**
53B-01-5
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. At handwashing sink at end of cook line. **Warning**
31B-03-4
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Spray bottles containing degreaser and Clorox not labeled. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
41-17-4
Intermediate - Chemical test kit not used to ensure proper sanitization of equipment and utensils when using a chemical sanitizer. No heat strip or thermometer for dish machine. **Warning**
16-33-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Drink dispenser nozzle soiled with black substance at bar. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
22-02-4
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Several pans on storage shelf. **Warning**
24-08-4
Basic - Faucet/handle missing at plumbing fixture. Broken faucet at handwashing sink at entrance to cooks line. **Warning**
29-09-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Ice buildup in lower half of make-table cooler on cooks line. **Warning**
14-69-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Bulk containers containing sugar, corn flour not labeled at dry storage area. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
02D-01-5
Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. **Warning**
32-12-6
32
Apr 3, 2025
Food-Licensing Inspection
No violations found.
100
Mar 28, 2025
Food-Licensing Inspection
1 major violation.
View 1 violation
Intermediate - Handwash sink removed from food preparation/dishwashing area. Must be reinstalled in the same location where removed. Handwashing sink at waitstaff area removed. Plans reflect a handwashing sink at waitstaff area. **Warning**
31A-04-4
90
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Anejo Cocina Mexicana last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Anejo Cocina Mexicana on file is from Mar 3, 2026. The public record contains four inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Anejo Cocina Mexicana?
Across the inspection record, “spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Anejo Cocina Mexicana.
How does Anejo Cocina Mexicana compare to other restaurants in Orlando?
Anejo Cocina Mexicana most recently scored 37 out of 100, which is lower than the Orlando average of 79.
Has Anejo Cocina Mexicana's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Anejo Cocina Mexicana have averaged around 14 violations per visit, up from roughly six earlier in the record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Anejo Cocina Mexicana means the most recent inspection flagged either critical violations or a substantial number of smaller ones. Diners may want to read the violation details before deciding to visit.
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