Panda Express #1597
Last inspected: Oct 16, 2025
78
Score
Inspectors have visited Panda Express #1597 nine times, with records going back to 2022. The newest entry in the record is dated Oct 16, 2025. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.
There hasn't been much movement either way: counts have stayed near five violations per visit across recent inspections.
“Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing three times across the record.
Panda Express #1597 scores about where you'd expect for a Orlando restaurant. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.
9
Inspections
0
Critical latest
1
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Oct 16, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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** - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-29: 2 week extension **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-10-16: **Admin Complaint**
53B-01-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-29: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-10-16: **Time Extended**
22-20-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Walk in freezer **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-29: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-10-16: **Time Extended**
14-69-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Verified ownership **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-29: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-10-16: **Time Extended**
50-09-4
78
Sep 29, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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** - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-29: 2 week extension **Time Extended**
53B-01-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-29: **Time Extended**
22-20-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Verified ownership **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-29: **Time Extended**
50-09-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Walk in freezer **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-29: **Time Extended**
14-69-4
78
Jul 30, 2025
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 6 violations
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 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. Email a copy to operator **Warning**
11-26-1
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
22-20-5
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Verified ownership **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
50-09-4
Basic - Drain cover(s) missing. 2 compartment prep sink in storage area **Warning**
29-18-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Walk in freezer **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
14-69-4
67
Feb 6, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 7 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed
FL-50
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
64
Aug 1, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed
FL-50
61
Jan 10, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. **Repeat Violation**
29-42-4
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. garlic in oil (60F - Cold Holding) per operator 2 1/2 hours. Put in freezer to rapid chill. Gave operator time as a public health plan.
03A-02-5
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. To go cups, lids, napkins stored on floor in conference room.
25-05-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Side of bucket by office.
21-12-4
67
Sep 19, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations.
View 2 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Chopped cabbage in walk in cooler @45. Manger put in freezer to rapid cook. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
29-42-4
74
Mar 28, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
29-42-4
Intermediate - Required employee training provided by a third-party employee training program and operator unable to provide original certificate for employees trained.
53B-09-4
Intermediate - Water treatment device has not been inspected or serviced according to manufacturer's instructions.
29-28-4
Basic - Drain cover(s) missing. Mop sink .
29-18-4
Basic - Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation.
13-04-4
Basic - Open dumpster lid. **Corrected On-Site**
33-16-4
Basic - Trash receptacles not provided where needed in establishment. Employee hand sink front area . **Corrected On-Site**
33-06-4
58
Sep 12, 2022
Routine - Food
2 minor violations.
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Basic - No copy of latest inspection report available.
51-18-6
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Fan covers in walk-in cooler
23-03-4
90
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Panda Express #1597 last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Panda Express #1597 on file is from Oct 16, 2025. The public record contains nine inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Panda Express #1597?
Across the inspection record, “vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Panda Express #1597.
How does Panda Express #1597 compare to other restaurants in Orlando?
Panda Express #1597 most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is about the same as the Orlando average of 79.
Has Panda Express #1597's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Panda Express #1597 have averaged around five violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Panda Express #1597 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 Panda Express #1597 inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Panda Express #1597 is inspected around three times per year on average.
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