May Pen Cuisine

6115 Silver Star Road, Orlando, FL 32808

African

Last inspected: Dec 16, 2025

Score

Low Risk

May Pen Cuisine appears in inspection records seven times, starting in 2022. The newest entry in the record is dated Dec 16, 2025. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.

Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with counts hovering near five violations per visit.

Across the inspection history, “light not functioning” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded two times.

Restaurants in Orlando average 79, so May Pen Cuisine is doing better than most peers. Overall, the inspection record reads well.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Dec 16, 2025

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 2 minor violations.

View 3 violations

Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. In kitchen block by tradh can . **Corrected On-Site**

31A-09-4

Basic - Light not functioning. Under hood

36-62-4

Basic - Plumbing system in disrepair. Hot water faucet in hand sink in kitchen is insufficient pressure

29-08-4

Mar 3, 2025

Routine - Food

5 minor violations.

View 5 violations

Hands Clean and Properly Washed

FL-08

Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized

FL-22

Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean

FL-23

Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place

FL-36

Single-Use/Single-Service Articles Properly Stored and Used

FL-45

Aug 12, 2024

Routine - Food

2 major violations. 6 minor violations.

View 8 violations

Intermediate - Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Walk-in cooler shelves

22-31-4

Intermediate - 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.

53B-14-5

Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Cook line.

36-34-5

Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. 128F. Utensil on flat top.

10-07-4

Basic - Light not functioning. Hood

36-62-4

Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Sink in kitchen

31B-04-4

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or fan cover

23-03-4

Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Tan cutting board.

14-09-4

Feb 1, 2024

Routine - Food

No violations found.

100

Sep 20, 2023

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 6 minor violations.

View 7 violations

Food Obtained from Approved Sources

FL-11

Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels

FL-14

Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean

FL-23

Approved Thawing Methods Used

FL-31

Toxic Substances Properly Identified, Stored, Used

FL-32

Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place

FL-36

Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed

FL-50

Mar 7, 2023

Routine - Food

3 major violations. 2 minor violations.

View 5 violations

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. Provided operator with form. **Corrected On-Site**

11-27-4

Intermediate - No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. Provided operator with form. Form must be filled out and kept on file in facility. **Corrective Action Taken**

11-26-1

Intermediate - Required employee training provided by a third-party employee training program and operator unable to provide original certificate for employees trained. Only 1 original and 2 copies.

53B-09-4

Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Wall behind prep table in kitchen soiled food debris.

36-27-5

Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. **Corrected On-Site**

42-01-4

Sep 12, 2022

Routine - Food

2 minor violations.

View 2 violations

Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Clean pans on storage rack.

24-08-4

Basic - Ripped/worn tin foil used as shelf cover. On serving line and table in kitchen area. **Repeat Violation**

14-20-4

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was May Pen Cuisine last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at May Pen Cuisine on file is from Dec 16, 2025. The public record contains seven inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at May Pen Cuisine?

Across the inspection record, “light not functioning” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at May Pen Cuisine.

How does May Pen Cuisine compare to other restaurants in Orlando?

May Pen Cuisine most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is higher than the Orlando average of 79.

Has May Pen Cuisine's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at May Pen Cuisine have averaged around five violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at May Pen Cuisine 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 May Pen Cuisine inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, May Pen Cuisine is inspected around two times per year on average.

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