MARISCOS LOS PULPOS KISSIMMEE
909 W VINE ST, Kissimmee FL 34741 · 407-360-2788
Last inspected Jan 12, 2026 · 8 visits since September 2023
SEP 23
MAR 24
AUG 24
JAN 25
JUL 25
▼ IMPROVING
5 inspections trending up, 20 points better than where it started.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
1 case · $200
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4--2019038794 | Jun 19, 2019 | Aug 29, 2019 | $200 |
Inspection history
8 visits, newest first
Jan 12, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedLicensing Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 1 finding
Floors not maintained smooth and durable. Throughout facility.
Nov 12, 2025Call Back - Extension given, pendingLicensing Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
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No plan review submitted and approved - bar area added. 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/. Added a bar and built a wall divided the restaurant into two.
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/.
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Kitchen exit door.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Floor tile missing in front of handwashing sink in warewashing area.
Floors not maintained smooth and durable. Throughout facility.
Jul 8, 2025Warning IssuedLicensing Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 12 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority2 Intermediate9 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw chicken stored over sauces in walk-in cooler.
No plan review submitted and approved - bar area added. 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/. Added a bar and built a wall divided the restaurant into two.
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/.
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Kitchen exit door.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Floor tile missing in front of handwashing sink in warewashing area.
Floors not maintained smooth and durable. Throughout facility.
Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Drink syrup mixes not stored 6-inches above floor in storage room at kitchen entrance.
Food stored on floor. Liquid margarine and eggs stored on the floor in walk-in cooler.
Open dumpster lid.
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Multiple drinks in coolers throughout facility.
Silverware/utensils stored upright with the food-contact surface up. At waitstaff area.
Jan 31, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate5 Basic
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Nonfood-grade containers used for food storage - direct contact with food. Lowe's bucket used to store salsa in walk-in cooler
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Soiled cutting board on make table at cooks line can opener on prep table,operator washed.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Spoon in handwashing sink.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Cellphone above reach in cooler on cooks line.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Shallow pans in dry storage.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. By triple sink at dishwashing area.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Ice buildup in Ice -cream freezer in storage next to soda boxes.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Tongs on metal part of wok on cooks line.
Aug 7, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate9 Basic
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Food being cooled by nonapproved method as evidenced by inadequate rate of cooling during time of inspection. Protein (pig ears cooling in deep pan. Advised shallow pan for cooling.
Box containing rolls of plastic has old food debris/soil residue inside.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Dirty balled up apron on prep table.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board.
Open ice cream containers provided for self-service not properly protected. Customer reaching into container to scoop. Advised to cut down containers or pre scoop ice cream.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Interior of ice cream cooler at buffet line heavily soiled.
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Bowls at soup and ice cream areas not stored protected.
Trash on the ground outside back door of kitchen
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
Mar 7, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate8 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Bulk containers: sugar, starch, salt, corn meal etc all heavily soiled.
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
Box containing roll/sheets of aluminum foil/plastic wrap/parchment paper/deli tissues has old food debris/soil residue inside.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Various boards including small board in wait station.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Wait station.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Dishwasher area.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Shelving throughout kitchen
Plumbing system in disrepair.handwash sink works, but is loose, use caution when using.
Observed electrical wiring in disrepair. For reporting purposes only. Outlet plate missing from behind bottom shelf.
Sep 13, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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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.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood and hood filters lightly soiled.
Sep 12, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 9 recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority3 Intermediate2 Basic
Show 9 findings ▾
Nonexempt fish offered raw or undercooked has not undergone proper parasite destruction. Fish must be fully cooked or discarded. Ceviche is not cooked, but no proof of parasite destruction. Manager states she can open box as she lefty keys somewhere.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Pico 55f, ceviche 60f, cantaloupe 59f, tapioca pudding 67f,
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Stewed chicken 104f,
Establishment advertised crab on menu/menu board but served imitation crab. Crab melt on buffet line.
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.
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.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood and hood filters lightly soiled.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning.
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.