Peruanisima Bakery and Cafe
Last inspected: Feb 25, 2026
61
Score
Public records show eight inspections at Peruanisima Bakery and Cafe stretching back to 2022. Inspectors last stopped by on Feb 25, 2026. A medium risk score generally means inspectors found things to fix, though most weren't urgent.
Violation counts have been trending down, averaging around four violations across recent inspections versus roughly seven violations before.
Across the inspection history, “time/temperature control for safety food cold held” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded two times.
Compared to other Altamonte Springs restaurants (averaging 76), there's room to close the gap. The full record sits in fairly typical territory for a working restaurant.
8
Inspections
2
Critical latest
1
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 25, 2026
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
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Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
61
Aug 14, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.
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Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
78
Jan 31, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
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High Priority - Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. -0ppm. Container empty, restocked.
22-41-4
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. -cooked potatoes (45F - Cold Holding) less than 4 hours in lift top cooler across from stove. Unit missing pans, allowing cold air to escape.
03A-02-5
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. -for chlorine dish machine.
16-37-1
Basic - Label on a food item prepared and packaged onsite for customer self-service does not include product identity/description, date product was packaged and name and address of the establishment that prepared and packaged the food. -tamal, rolls, empanadas in customer self-service freezer in dining area.
02D-03-4
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. -tongs and ladles on oven door. Employee pants touching utensils.
10-20-4
61
Jul 17, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations.
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Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
64
Feb 6, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
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High Priority - Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for food container. -paper towel in container of sliced tomato.
14-86-1
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. -raw egg yolks over cake, raw egg whites in bowl with oranges. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. -towels in hand wash sink by prep area, milk pitcher in hand wash sink at front counter. **Corrected On-Site**
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. -sauce with cooked peppers, empanada filling prepared 2 days ago not date marked.
02C-02-5
Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
32-12-5
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. -employee purse on case of to go containers. **Corrected On-Site**
40-06-5
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. -at front counter.
31B-04-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -center hood filters soiled. -styrofoam cooler exterior soiled.
23-03-4
50
Jul 28, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 4 minor violations.
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High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. -bowl of raw eggs, flats of raw shell eggs on shelves above desserts in upright coolers in dessert area.
08A-05-6
Intermediate - No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/. -only food manager not on site.
53A-05-6
Intermediate - No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. -empanadas in front counter 88°f less than 4 hours. Provided and filled out written plan.
03F-10-5
Intermediate - Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. -only one employee has food handler training. All others must have food handler training within 60 days of employment.
53B-13-5
Basic - Establishment did not report seating change that affects the license fee, Clean Indoor Air Act, sewage system approval or other related requirements. -discussed at licensing that facility applied for a No Seat license. Observed 20 seats currently between inside and outside tables, 2 separate parties sitting, salt shakers, sugar in tables. Provided operator with a seating change evaluation to be signed by Wastewater and Fire Dept. Prior license allowed 22 seats.
51-09-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. -cases of unwashed produce on floor in kitchen
08B-38-4
Basic - In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. -handles of flour and sugar in contact with product. **Corrected On-Site**
10-01-5
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. -containers of flour, corn starch, sugar.
02D-01-5
52
Mar 31, 2023
Food-Licensing Inspection
No violations found.
100
Jul 14, 2022
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
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High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. -per operator, lease is up and business is closing 8/1/22. **Admin Complaint**
50-17-2
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. -cheese in make table 47f less than 2 hours.
03A-02-5
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/. Antonio Gomez expired 6/7/22.
53A-03-7
Basic - Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. -partial Gatorade on shelf with customer food in reach-in freezer.
12B-13-4
64
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Peruanisima Bakery and Cafe last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Peruanisima Bakery and Cafe on file is from Feb 25, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Peruanisima Bakery and Cafe?
Across the inspection record, “time/temperature control for safety food cold held” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Peruanisima Bakery and Cafe.
How does Peruanisima Bakery and Cafe compare to other restaurants in Altamonte Springs?
Peruanisima Bakery and Cafe most recently scored 61 out of 100, which is lower than the Altamonte Springs average of 76.
Has Peruanisima Bakery and Cafe's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Peruanisima Bakery and Cafe have averaged around four violations per visit, down from roughly seven earlier in the record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Peruanisima Bakery and Cafe 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 Peruanisima Bakery and Cafe inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Peruanisima Bakery and Cafe is inspected around two times per year on average.
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