Pisco Express Cocina Peruana
Last inspected: Mar 24, 2026
78
Score
Public records show eight inspections at Pisco Express Cocina Peruana stretching back to 2022. The latest inspection on file is from Mar 24, 2026. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.
Things are looking better lately, with recent visits averaging around three violations compared to roughly six violations earlier on.
The pattern that stands out is “spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled”, which has been cited two times.
The city-wide average is 79, putting Pisco Express Cocina Peruana squarely in typical territory. Taken together, the history is a positive one.
8
Inspections
0
Critical latest
2
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 24, 2026
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
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Intermediate - No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Facility has a movable walk in cooler located in parking lot **Warning**
51-16-7
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Bleach stored in generic spray bottle at dish wash area.Operator labeled bottle **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
41-17-4
Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Utensils at front counter. Operator inverted utensils **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
24-05-4
78
Oct 24, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
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High Priority - Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for food container. Chopped cilantro stored in container lined with paper towel. Operator removed paper towel **Corrected On-Site**
14-86-1
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
29-42-4
Intermediate - Chemical test kit not used to ensure proper sanitization of equipment and utensils when using a chemical sanitizer.
16-33-4
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Square green cutting board
14-09-4
64
Apr 22, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
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Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Spray bottle with brown liquid not labeled. Operator labeled. **Corrected On-Site**
41-17-4
Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Plates on shelves at corner by server window in kitchen. Operator had plates on top shelf removed. **Corrected On-Site**
24-05-4
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Red cutting board by fryer.
14-09-4
82
Dec 9, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.
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Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Toxic Substances Properly Identified, Stored, Used
FL-32
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
78
Mar 4, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
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High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw fish over beer in cooler storage, operator moved it to another shelf Observed raw shrimp and calamari over ready to eat empanadas in drawer cooler in kitchen **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken and beef over raw fish. Operator moved some items to another reach in cooler and reorganized reach in cooler for the fish to be on its own side. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
08A-20-5
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener soiled, employee cleaned it. **Corrected On-Site**
22-02-4
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed coffee cup over prep area/reach in cooler, operator removed it **Corrected On-Site**
12B-07-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed flour/cornstarch bins without label. Operator labeled. **Corrected On-Site**
02D-01-5
Basic - Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Observed frying oil on the floor in dry storage, operator moved them **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
08B-47-4
58
Oct 12, 2023
Routine - Food
5 critical violations. 3 minor violations.
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High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw fish over cooked pork, operator switched **Corrected On-Site**
08A-20-5
High Priority - Stop Sale issued due to food originating from an unapproved source. Observed merengue dessert shooter 15each, chocolate cake 13 each, passion fruit mousse 18each and alfajores cookies 21each prepared from Amaria without a license and prepared in a household
01B-04-5
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw fish over cooked shrimp in reach in cooler Operator switched items **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed 1 flying insect in kitchen, not touching food
35A-02-6
High Priority - Food prepared in a private home. See stop sale. Observed merengue dessert shooter 15each, chocolate cake 13 each, passion fruit mousse 18each and alfajores cookies 21each prepared from Amaria without a license and prepared in a household
01A-03-4
Basic - Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Frying oil in office **Corrected On-Site**
08B-47-4
Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. In office **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
51-11-4
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed water temperature of 88F. Operator removed water **Corrected On-Site**
10-07-4
41
May 12, 2023
Routine - Food
4 minor violations.
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Basic - Missing drain plug at dumpster. Shared dumpster
33-11-4
Basic - Light not functioning. 1 light out from hood
36-62-4
Basic - Garbage can located outside has no lid or lid open/broken. Shared dumpster
33-15-4
Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Inside the office
51-11-4
82
Dec 8, 2022
Food-Licensing Inspection
No violations found.
100
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Pisco Express Cocina Peruana last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Pisco Express Cocina Peruana on file is from Mar 24, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Pisco Express Cocina Peruana?
Across the inspection record, “spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Pisco Express Cocina Peruana.
How does Pisco Express Cocina Peruana compare to other restaurants in Orlando?
Pisco Express Cocina Peruana most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is about the same as the Orlando average of 79.
Has Pisco Express Cocina Peruana's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Pisco Express Cocina Peruana have averaged around three violations per visit, down from roughly six earlier in the record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Pisco Express Cocina Peruana 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 Pisco Express Cocina Peruana inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Pisco Express Cocina Peruana is inspected around two times per year on average.
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