Mexi-Peru

4816 14 St W, Bradenton, FL 34207

Mexican / Latin

Last inspected: Jan 8, 2026

Score

Medium Risk

Mexi-Peru has been inspected six times since 2024. The newest entry in the record is dated Jan 8, 2026. A medium risk score generally means inspectors found things to fix, though most weren't urgent.

Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around three violations each.

When inspectors have written things up, “food stored on floor” has been the most frequent reason, cited three times.

Mexi-Peru's latest score of 74 falls below the Bradenton average of 83. The inspection history reads as standard for a restaurant of this size.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Jan 8, 2026

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 3 minor violations.

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High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. observed on cooks line raw shell egg mixture (75F - Cold Holding) Person in charge stated it had been out for approximately 1 hour and placed it back in the reach in cooler.As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation**

03A-02-5

Basic - Food stored on floor. Cooking oil stored on floor in main kitchen area. Person in charge removed from floor. As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**

08B-38-4

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed over grill hood filters soiled with grease.

23-03-4

Basic - Silverware/utensils stored upright with the food-contact surface up. Observed in main kitchen area spoons face up in storage container. Person in charge inverted. **Corrected On-Site**

24-18-4

Aug 7, 2025

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 3 minor violations.

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High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit.observed on cooks line raw shell egg mixture (78F - Cold Holding) Person in charge stated it had been out for approximately 1 hour and placed it back in the reach in cooler. **Corrective Action Taken**

03A-02-5

Basic - Cooking oil stored on floor in main kitchen area. Person in charge removed from floor. **Corrected On-Site**

08B-38-4

Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.observed interior and exterior of microwave soiled with dried food particles.Person in charge cleaned microwave. **Corrected On-Site**

22-08-4

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

31B-04-4

Mar 18, 2025

Routine - Food

3 minor violations.

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Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed over fryer and grill hood filters soiled with grease.

23-03-4

Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed mold like the substance in ice machine bin.Person in charge cleaned bin. **Corrected On-Site**

22-20-5

Basic - Bottled water stored on floor in back dry storage area .Person in charge removed from floor. **Corrected On-Site**

08B-38-4

Jan 6, 2025

Routine - Food

No violations found.

100

Nov 6, 2024

Routine - Food

5 major violations. 1 minor violation.

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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. Educated person in charge and printed a copy to person in charge. Person in charge had all employees working read and sign. **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**

11-26-1

Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. **Warning**

53A-01-7

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 - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed in dishwasher area hand washing sink blocked with a cart of soiled dishes. Person in charge moved cart. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**

31A-09-4

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. Printed a copy to person in charge. **Warning**

11-27-4

Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees on hand washing sink in dishwasher area. **Warning**

31B-04-4

Jun 28, 2024

Food-Licensing Inspection

No violations found.

100

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Mexi-Peru last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Mexi-Peru on file is from Jan 8, 2026. The public record contains six inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Mexi-Peru?

Across the inspection record, “food stored on floor” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Mexi-Peru.

How does Mexi-Peru compare to other restaurants in Bradenton?

Mexi-Peru most recently scored 74 out of 100, which is lower than the Bradenton average of 83.

Has Mexi-Peru's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Mexi-Peru have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Mexi-Peru means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.

How often is Mexi-Peru inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Mexi-Peru is inspected around four times per year on average.

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