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ANEJO COCINA MEXICANA

1035 N ORLANDO AVE STE 101, Winter Park FL 32789 · 321-972-8496

Last inspected Aug 6, 2026 · 12 visits since July 2023

Licence typeRestaurant
Seats250
Risk levelRisk Level 2
LicenceSEA5814842
Grade history
JUL 24
JAN 25
JUL 25
JAN 26
JUL 26
— STEADY

5 inspections within 23 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.

Worst finding on record
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Chicken 60F at prep station
High priority/01B-02-5
Badges — 1 earned
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined

Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →

Inspection history

12 visits, newest first

Aug 6, 2026Call Back - Extension given, pendingComplaint Investigation

A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.

0 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 5 findings
Food thermometer(s) not calibrated according to manufacturer's specifications. Glass Stem thermometer at 45F
Intermediate/05-07-4/Warning/Return visit Aug 6, 2026 · Time Extended
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.
Intermediate/53B-01-5/Warning/Return visit Aug 6, 2026 · Time Extended
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Metal containers at dish area
Basic/24-08-4/Warning/Return visit Aug 6, 2026 · Time Extended
Silverware/utensils stored upright with the food-contact surface up. Silverware stored upright at Server station.
Basic/24-18-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning/Return visit Aug 6, 2026 · Time Extended
Show the remaining 1 finding ▾
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Leaking pipe at hand wash sink at dry storage area
Basic/29-11-4/Warning/Return visit Aug 6, 2026 · Time Extended
The state's own report →
Jul 27, 2026Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 10 recorded, 3 high priority.

3 High priority3 Intermediate4 Basic
Show 10 findings ▾
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. Both dishwashers at 00ppm chlorine. Advised operator to use 3 compartment sink to wash, rinse and sanitize
High priority/22-41-4/Warning
Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Raw beef over onions at walk in cooler. Operator moved beef
High priority/08A-04-5/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. +200 ppm chlorine. Operator added more water. 100ppm chlorine
High priority/41-27-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Food thermometer(s) not calibrated according to manufacturer's specifications. Glass Stem thermometer at 45F
Intermediate/05-07-4/Warning
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.
Intermediate/53B-01-5/Warning
No soap provided at handwash sink. Hand wash sink at bar
Intermediate/31B-03-4/Warning
Accumulation of debris inside warewashing machine.
Basic/16-03-4/Warning
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Metal containers at dish area
Basic/24-08-4/Warning
Silverware/utensils stored upright with the food-contact surface up. Silverware stored upright at Server station.
Basic/24-18-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Leaking pipe at hand wash sink at dry storage area
Basic/29-11-4/Warning
Mar 10, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.

0 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
Show 2 findings ▾
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Bag with clean cloths inside Hand wash sink at Prep station and bar
Intermediate/31A-09-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning/Return visit Mar 10, 2026 · Time Extended
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Cook line reach in cooler
Basic/29-49-6/Warning/Return visit Mar 10, 2026 · Time Extended
Jan 8, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 14 recorded, 1 high priority.

1 High priority7 Intermediate6 Basic
Show 14 findings ▾
Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for food container. Non-food grade paper used to cover shredded cheese at cook line
High priority/14-86-1/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener Soda gun nozzles at bar
Intermediate/22-02-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Bag with clean cloths inside Hand wash sink at Prep station and bar
Intermediate/31A-09-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Tuna ceviche and aguachile shrimp ceviche
Intermediate/02B-01-5/Warning
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. No chlorine test strips
Intermediate/16-37-1/Warning
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/ 4 back of house and 3 front of house
Intermediate/53A-05-6/Warning
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Hand wash sink at dry storage
Intermediate/31B-02-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Purple sanitizer spray bottle at bar
Intermediate/41-17-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. At prep station
Basic/22-16-4/Warning
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Cook line reach in cooler
Basic/29-49-6/Warning
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Leaking pipe at hand washing sink at dry storage area
Basic/29-11-4/Warning
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Basic/42-01-4/Warning
Wiping cloth quaternary ammonium compound sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. 00ppm Quaternary
Basic/21-08-4/Warning
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Rice and beans containers at prep station
Basic/02D-01-5/Warning
Jul 29, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.

0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jul 21, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 12 recorded.

0 High priority6 Intermediate6 Basic
Show 12 findings ▾
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener at prep area
Intermediate/22-02-4/Corrected On-Site
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Hand sink at prep station blocked with a ladder
Intermediate/31A-09-4/Corrected On-Site
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. No chlorine test strips
Intermediate/16-37-1
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
Intermediate/05-08-4
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.
Intermediate/53B-13-5
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Purple liquid in spray bottle with no label at bar
Intermediate/41-17-4/Corrected On-Site
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Basic/50-09-4
Dishmachine not washing/rinsing properly. Must wash, rinse and sanitize all dishware, equipment and utensils in three-compartment sink until dishmachine is functioning properly. 00ppm chlorine. Advised operator to use 3 compartment sink to wash, rinse and sanitize
Basic/16-55-4/Warning
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting.
Basic/24-08-4/Corrected On-Site
Food stored on floor. Chicken case in walk in freezer
Basic/08B-38-4/Corrected On-Site
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Interior of Microwave soiled located at cook line
Basic/22-08-4/Corrected On-Site
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Employee drink in reach in cooler next to fryers
Basic/12B-13-4/Corrected On-Site
Jan 14, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 13 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

1 High priority4 Intermediate8 Basic
Show 13 findings ▾
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Chicken 60F at prep station
High priority/01B-02-5
Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Heavy cream not date marked open more than 24 at prep station
Intermediate/02C-03-5
No soap provided at handwash sink. Next to prep station
Intermediate/31B-03-4/Corrected On-Site
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.
Intermediate/53B-13-5
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Chlorine spray bottle not labeled in dish area
Intermediate/41-17-4
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Ceiling tile leaking in dish area
Basic/36-32-5
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee jackets on top of single service items in dry storage
Basic/40-06-5
Equipment in poor repair. Gasket in disrepair at low boy reach in cooler
Basic/14-11-5
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Utensils in standing water at bar 80F
Basic/10-07-4
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. At reach in cooler at cook line
Basic/05-09-4
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Thawing chicken, ground beef and steak at ambient temperature overnight
Basic/06-01-5
Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. In walk in cooler
Basic/08B-17-4
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Leaking faucet in prep station
Basic/29-11-4
Jul 9, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.

0 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
Show 6 findings ▾
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener soiled with food debris
Intermediate/22-02-4/Return visit Jul 9, 2024 · Time Extended
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. West nesting in plastic containers located in dish area
Basic/24-08-4/Return visit Jul 9, 2024 · Time Extended
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Build up ice in reach in cooler in cook line
Basic/14-69-4/Return visit Jul 9, 2024 · Time Extended
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. No air ambient thermometer inside of reach in cooler next to hot box
Basic/05-09-4/Return visit Jul 9, 2024 · Time Extended
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Reach in cooler with rusted shelves in prep station
Basic/14-33-4/Return visit Jul 9, 2024 · Time Extended
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Standing water in reach in cooler located next to hot box
Basic/29-49-6/Return visit Jul 9, 2024 · Time Extended
Jul 3, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 14 recorded, 4 high priority.

4 High priority2 Intermediate8 Basic
Show 14 findings ▾
Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. 2 Tomatoes cans
High priority/01B-01-4
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw beef patties over strawberries in walk in freezer
High priority/08A-05-6/Corrected On-Site
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Chicken tenders, chicken flautas and pork belly located in reach in cooler next to hot box with temperature between 55-58F left over night. Operator discarded
High priority/01B-02-5
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Chicken tenders, chicken flautas and pork belly located in reach in cooler next to hot box with temperature between 55-58F left over night. Operator discarded
High priority/03A-02-5/Warning
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener soiled with food debris
Intermediate/22-02-4
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Hand wash sink in prep area blocked with bag of clean rags
Intermediate/31A-09-4/Corrected On-Site
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Bowl with no handle inside of flour container
Basic/14-01-5/Corrected On-Site
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. West nesting in plastic containers located in dish area
Basic/24-08-4
Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken. Cracked container in walk in freezer. Operator discarded
Basic/14-38-4/Corrected On-Site
Food stored on floor. Container with shrimps on floor in walk in freezer
Basic/08B-38-4/Corrected On-Site
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Build up ice in reach in cooler in cook line
Basic/14-69-4
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. No air ambient thermometer inside of reach in cooler next to hot box
Basic/05-09-4
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Reach in cooler with rusted shelves in prep station
Basic/14-33-4
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Standing water in reach in cooler located next to hot box
Basic/29-49-6
Jan 10, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.

0 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
Show 5 findings ▾
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener blade
Intermediate/22-02-4/Warning/Return visit Jan 10, 2024 · Time Extended
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 2 employee certificates available
Intermediate/53B-13-5/Warning/Return visit Jan 10, 2024 · Time Extended
Clean equipment/dishware/utensils stored next to handwash/food preparation sink exposed to splash. Stainless steel chip baskets stored under the paper towel dispenser in the server station
Basic/24-27-4/Warning/Return visit Jan 10, 2024 · Time Extended
Equipment in poor repair. -Gaskets to the 3 door under counter cooler are ripped and need to be replaced - gasket to the walk in freezer is not attached -gasket to the under counter cooler at the range is ripped
Basic/14-11-5/Warning/Return visit Jan 10, 2024 · Gaskets are on order Time Extended
Light not functioning. -in the hood a'in the kitchen
Basic/36-62-4/Warning/Return visit Jan 10, 2024 · Time Extended
Jan 3, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 26 recorded, 5 high priority.

5 High priority9 Intermediate12 Basic
Show 27 findings ▾
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. At the bar no sanitizer connected
High priority/22-41-4/Warning
Raw animal food stored in same container as ready-to-eat food. Raw Steak stored with ham
High priority/08A-08-5/Warning
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Under counter 2 door bev air; milk (59F - Cold Holding); sauce (59F - Cold Holding) unit is not operating properly
High priority/01B-02-5/Warning
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Under counter 2 door bev air; milk (59F - Cold Holding); sauce (59F - Cold Holding) unit is not operating properly
High priority/03A-02-5/Warning
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. when adding a splitter to a hose Bibb a vacuum breaker needs to be added to the unprotected side. Currently the splitter is set up with a water line to a chemical dispenser and the other side is open. The open side needs a vacuum breaker added. The chemical device has its back flow protection built in.
High priority/29-34-4/Warning
Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Milk opened and not datedv
Intermediate/02C-03-5/Warning
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener blade
Intermediate/22-02-4/Warning
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Hand sink at the can rack blocked by a ladder and 5 gal bucket -hand sink at the dish area the water was off at the vaulted, operator corrected this sink
Intermediate/31A-09-4/Warning
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. At the bar or the dish areav
Intermediate/16-37-1/Warning
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/ No manager present
Intermediate/53A-05-6/Corrected On-Site/Warning
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Hand sink at the can rack
Intermediate/31B-02-4/Warning
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 2 employee certificates available
Intermediate/53B-13-5/Warning
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Flan not dated
Intermediate/02C-02-5/Warning
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled.
Intermediate/41-17-4/Warning
Accumulation of dead or trapped birds, insects, rodents, or other pests, in control devices. Bug glue board has many dead insects and the unit is missing the bottom tray to catch them as they fall, please replace glue board and catch tray
Basic/35A-06-4/Warning
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. In the sugar a plastic cup used to dispense the sugar,
Basic/14-01-5/Warning
Clean equipment/dishware/utensils stored next to handwash/food preparation sink exposed to splash. Stainless steel chip baskets stored under the paper towel dispenser in the server station
Basic/24-27-4/Warning
Equipment in poor repair. -Gaskets to the 3 door under counter cooler are ripped and need to be replaced - gasket to the walk in freezer is not attached -gasket to the under counter cooler at the range is ripped
Basic/14-11-5/Warning
Floor and wall junctures not coved in food preparation/storage/warewashing areas or bathroom. At the mop sink
Basic/36-08-4/Warning
Food stored on floor. Margarita mix in the store room
Basic/08B-38-4/Warning
Light not functioning. -in the hood a¿¿in the kitchen
Basic/36-62-4/Warning
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Line hand sink
Basic/31B-04-4/Warning
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Spoons at the pick up window stored business end up
Basic/25-06-4/Warning
Stored food not covered. Sugar
Basic/08B-12-5/Warning
Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. Avocados not washed at the line make cooler
Basic/08B-17-4/Warning
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Pressure real ease valve at the dish washer
Basic/29-11-4/Warning
Marked exit/path to marked exit blocked. For reporting purposes only. Emergency exit blocked by a screen and several boxes at the restrooms
/46-01-4
Jul 6, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

2 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
Show 8 findings ▾
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw snapper stored over cut watermelon and jalapeños peppers in walk in cooler
High priority/08A-05-6/Corrected On-Site
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. At mop sink
High priority/29-34-4
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Hand wash sink at cooks line
Intermediate/31B-02-4/Corrected On-Site
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Cutting boards on cooks line
Basic/14-09-4
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Cell phone on prep table at cooks line
Basic/40-06-5/Corrected On-Site
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Reach in drawers at cooks line under grill have soiled gaskets Under grill is soiled
Basic/23-03-4
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Reach in cooler at cooks line
Basic/29-49-6
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Sugar,flour no labels at dry storage area
Basic/02D-01-5

This record follows the licence, not the owner. Restaurants change hands and the licence history normally does not, so an older entry may describe people who no longer run the place. Every inspection above links to the state's own report. Something wrong? Tell us.