TASTE OF PERU GATORLAND
14650 GATORLAND DR #5, Orlando FL 32837 · 407.234.0718
Last inspected Jul 31, 2026 · 8 visits since October 2023
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5 inspections trending up, 43 points better than where it started.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Items range from 47F-50F Raw beef, raw chicken, raw fish, soup, cheese. Items held overnight in reach in freezer by back door per operator.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
1 case · $400
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4--2022042329 | Aug 18, 2022 | May 2, 2023 | $400 |
Inspection history
8 visits, newest first
Jul 31, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 6 findingsThe state's own report →
Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Shopping bag used to store tostones in walk-in freezer.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from one another based upon minimum required cooking temperature when stored in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Raw beef over cooked beans. Raw beef over tres leches. Operator rearranged.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Spray bottle containing sanitizer at front counter and degreaser at 3 compartment sink without label.
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors.
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Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Personal food not identified in glass reach-in cooler at bar. Operator segregated and labeled.
Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. Unwashed celery and green onions stored over cooked food in reach in cooler on cooks line.
Mar 17, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
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Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Spray bottle at front counter and next to triple sink containing blue and purple substance unlabeled. Operator labeled disinfectant and degreaser.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee sweater stored on top of case of soda on shelf in kitchen.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Tongs on oven handle. Operator relocated to deep fryer basket.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Interior of microwave soiled with food debris.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed fish being thawed on shelf above triple sink. Operator removed from packaging and moved to walk-in cooler.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Sugar in container at bar unlabeled.
Oct 15, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 12 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority3 Intermediate9 Basic
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Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Handwashing sink at bar used to fill mug.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Multiple containers of beef stew in freezer with no date marking.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Spray bottles containing blue substance containing degreaser without label at ware washing area and spray bottle with blue substance identified as sanitizer at bar without label. Corrected On-SiteRepeat Violation**
Ceiling tile missing. Near walk-in freezer.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Ceiling tiles soiled with dust.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Cellphone on wiping cloth on prep table.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed only kitchen employee engaging in food preparation without hair restraint.
Food stored on floor. Cases of chicken and pork belly stored on floor in walk-in freezer. White bucket with purple drink stored on floor. Employee making purple drink from boiled purple corn on stove and placed one container on floor. Operator moved off of floor.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Interior of microwave on cooks line soiled with food debris.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. In restroom.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Buckets of beef thawing in a bucket on the floor near walk-in freezer.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Walls on cooks line soiled with food debris.
Apr 30, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 12 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority2 Intermediate7 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw chicken and raw beef directly over a box of lettuce in two door reach in cooler in back of kitchen.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw fish, raw beef and raw chicken over cut onions in two door reach in cooler at back of kitchen.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Bottle of raid stored next to container of potato's on bottom shelf of prep table with clean dishes. Operator removed.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Handwashing sink in kitchen, operator placed paper towels.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. One spray bottle with purple liquid in kitchen, one spray bottle with blue liquid at front counter. Operator labeled.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed plastic to go bowl inside container of beans. Operator removed.
Cleaned and sanitized equipment or utensils not properly stored. Knife at front counter stored between wall and pipe, by handwashing sink. Operator removed.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed cellphone on prep table where employee was cutting meat. Operator removed.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. One missing over walk-in freezer.
Food stored on floor. White bucket with purple drink stored on floor. Employee making purple drink from boiled purple corn on stove and placed one container on floor. Operator moved off of floor.
Hole in or other damage to wall. Holes in wall by handwashing sink of kitchen.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. At handwashing sink of kitchen, and heavily soiled underneath triple sink.
Oct 30, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
1 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. No vacuum breaker at mop sink.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed spray bottle with blue liquid not labeled by front counter.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Hood over grill had grease accumulation.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Ice buildup in back wall of walk-in freezer.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Calamari in standing water in hand sink.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Containers with MSG and sugar not labeled.
Oct 29, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 17 recorded, 5 high priority.
5 High priority4 Intermediate8 Basic
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Operator failed to comply with a Stop Sale Notice. Food for which Stop Sale Notice issued continues to be prepared for service/served to the public. Items range from 47F-50F Raw beef, raw chicken, raw fish, soup, cheese. Items held overnight in reach in freezer by back door per operator.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw beef and fish over sweet plantains and sweet potatoesi in reach in under maketable.
Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Observed employee handle dirty dishes and continued to prep food. Manager had employee wash their hands and change gloves.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Items range from 47F-50F Raw beef, raw chicken, raw fish, soup, cheese. Items held overnight in reach in freezer by back door per operator.
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. No vacuum breaker at mop sink.
Employee washed hands in a sink other than an approved handwash sink. Employee washed hands in triple sink. Manager spoke to employee.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed calamari in container held in handwashing sink in kitchen.
No soap provided at handwash sink. At front counter and in kitchen handwashing sink.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed spray bottle with blue liquid not labeled by front counter.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. At front counter. Operator emptied ice machine and cleaned while still on premises.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Hood over grill had grease accumulation.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee drink stored on prep table with clean dishes.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Ice buildup in back wall of walk-in freezer.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Tongs and ladle hanging over stove handle.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Calamari in standing water in hand sink.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Containers with MSG and sugar not labeled.
Mar 28, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 18 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority3 Intermediate13 Basic
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Employee cracked raw shell eggs and then handled ready-to-eat food and/or clean equipment or utensils without washing hands. Observed employee crack an egg and use a whipping cloth to clean gloves.
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Front area hand wash sink
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed spray bottle with blue liquid without label, on top of the ice machine
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Over 3 compartment sink
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. From reach in cooler
Equipment in poor repair. Observed door handle from double door reach in cooler in disrepair.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Kitchen, behind equipment and prep tables
Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed small holes on the wall by the 3 compartment sink.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Hanging from oven door.
Light not functioning. 1 light out from hood.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Reach in cooler gaskets soiled
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Unclean building components, attachments or fixtures. Hood filters are soiled with grease
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Oct 9, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw chicken over ready to eat stew and raw steak over ready to eat yuca
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Establishment needs chlorine test kit
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed desserts in front cooler without date marking
Ceiling tile missing. Observed missing tile over cooler
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed water damage ceiling tiles in kitchen
Equipment in poor repair. Double door cooler handle is broken
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
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.