Kousine Peruvian Kitchen
Last inspected: Mar 20, 2026
74
Score
Public records show 10 inspections at Kousine Peruvian Kitchen stretching back to 2023. The most recent visit was on Mar 20, 2026. A medium risk rating points to a few notable findings at the last inspection, though nothing severe.
Things have been moving the wrong way, with the rolling count rising from around four violations to closer to six violations per visit.
Looking across the full record, “no paper towels” is the recurring theme, flagged two times.
The city-wide average sits at 80, which Kousine Peruvian Kitchen's 74 doesn't quite reach. The inspection history reads as standard for a restaurant of this size.
10
Inspections
1
Critical latest
1
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 20, 2026
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
74
Sep 9, 2025
Routine - Food
3 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 4 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Chlorine and quaternary. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-09: Still need quaternary test strips. **Time Extended**
16-37-1
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-09: Observed same. **Time Extended**
05-08-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-09: Observed same. **Time Extended**
53B-13-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - AC vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance - dining area, over flip top coolers and hallway. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-09: Observed same. **Time Extended**
36-34-5
70
Sep 8, 2025
Routine - Food
4 critical violations. 6 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 11 violations
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Procedures for Responding to Vomiting/Diarrheal Events
FL-05
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
21
Apr 3, 2025
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. At handwashing sink by walk in cooler, no paper towels supplied. Operator supplied paper towels **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. No soap provided at handwashing sink by walk in cooler. Operator provided soap **Corrected On-Site**
31B-03-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. In walk in cooler and walk in freezer, beef stored on floor. Operator moved beef to shelf **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
78
Feb 5, 2025
Routine - Food
2 major violations.
View 2 violations
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
82
Dec 5, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 4 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Cookline - countertop - lobster sauce (60F). Per operator item was placed out 1/2 hour ago. Operator placed on Time as a Public Health Control. Provided form to operator and operator filled out during inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment. Provided handout to operator. **Warning**
11-27-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Hand sink by walk in cooler. Operator removed items. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
31A-09-4
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/ PIC - Paula Galiano. **Warning**
53A-05-6
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Expo area - spray bottle with sanitizer. Advised operator to label. **Warning**
41-17-4
Basic - Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Packs of raw beef and other items stored on floor under shelving in walk in cooler and walk in freezer. Operator stored all items properly. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
08B-47-4
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Cookline - scoop in water 58F. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
10-07-4
52
Jun 18, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 4 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Walk in cooler - raw chicken stored over raw beef. Operator stored all items properly. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-20-5
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Walk in cooler - Raw pork stored over ready to eat sweet potatoes. Operator stored all items properly. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - Probe thermometer not accurate within plus or minus 2 degrees Fahrenheit. Operator's probe thermometer 29F in ice/water.
05-06-4
Intermediate - No chlorine and quaternary chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
16-37-1
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. By ice machine. Operator replaced. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. 2 spray bottles at triple sink. Advised operator to label.
41-17-4
Basic - Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Walk in cooler and walk in freezer - food items stored on floor under bottom shelf.
08B-47-4
Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning.
16-46-4
45
Apr 17, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Proper Eating, Tasting, Drinking, or Tobacco Use
FL-06
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
50
Jun 20, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
55
Jan 13, 2023
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Kousine Peruvian Kitchen last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Kousine Peruvian Kitchen on file is from Mar 20, 2026. The public record contains 10 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Kousine Peruvian Kitchen?
Across the inspection record, “no paper towels” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Kousine Peruvian Kitchen.
How does Kousine Peruvian Kitchen compare to other restaurants in Fort Lauderdale?
Kousine Peruvian Kitchen most recently scored 74 out of 100, which is lower than the Fort Lauderdale average of 80.
Has Kousine Peruvian Kitchen's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Kousine Peruvian Kitchen have averaged around six violations per visit, up from roughly four earlier in the record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Kousine Peruvian Kitchen 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 Kousine Peruvian Kitchen inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Kousine Peruvian Kitchen is inspected around three times per year on average.
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