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Pepes Cantina Express Avalon Park

3801 Avalon Park Blvd Suite 100, Orlando, FL 32828
Mexican / Latin
Last inspected: Apr 22, 2026
52
Score
High Risk

Going back to 2022, Pepes Cantina Express Avalon Park has 11 inspections in the public record. The newest entry in the record is dated Apr 22, 2026. The high risk label is a heads-up that the most recent visit didn't go well.

Recent inspections have turned up roughly the same number of issues each time, hovering near two violations per visit.

Looking across the full record, “time/temperature control for safety food” is the recurring theme, flagged two times.

That's lower than the typical Orlando restaurant, which scores around 79. Taken together, the history suggests a facility that has struggled with consistency.

11
Inspections
3
Critical latest
2
Major latest
0
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 22, 2026
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 2 major violations.
View 5 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. hot hold been out since 11;30 (); Bria (125F - Hot Holding); beef steak (125F - Cold Holding); plantain (106F - Hot Holding); red beans (111F - Hot Holding). **Warning**
03B-01-6
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. hot hold been out since 11;30 (); Bria (125F - Hot Holding); beef steak (125F - Cold Holding); plantain (106F - Hot Holding); red beans (111F - Hot Holding). **Warning**
01B-02-5
High Priority - Live, small flying insects found Observed 4 live small flying insects front area not landing at any food . Next routine visit per supervisor. **Warning**
35A-02-7
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Spray bottle containing glass cleaner no label . Operator label it . **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
41-17-4
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/. Changing the intire kitchen sit up . **Warning**
51-16-7
52
Dec 18, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Cold holding cooler front area ; cut lettuce (48F - Cold Holding); pico (48F - Cold Holding); shredded cheese (48F - Cold Holding); salsa (50F - Cold Holding); corn mix (48F - Cold Holding Operator stated last time take temperature 2 hours ago was at 40f and he moved all the food to freezer to cool down . All the food temperature get down to 32f after replace it at the freezer and operator was able to fix the cooler while conducted my inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
03A-02-5
Basic - Smoking or vaping in an enclosed indoor workplace. Observed employee using a vape at the kitchen.
54-01-5
82
Jul 10, 2025
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Jan 24, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation.
View 1 violation
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. The employee hand sink front area . Operator provided it . **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
90
Oct 2, 2024
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Aug 12, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation.
View 1 violation
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - 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. - From follow-up inspection 2024-08-12: **Time Extended**
11-26-1
90
Aug 2, 2024
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 4 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Observed employee have his hand in his bucket then put a gloves in to serve a customer without washing hand . **Warning**
12A-07-5
High Priority - Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed 2 live flying insects not landing to any food , One at the kitchen in the back and one front area . Next announcement visit per supervisor Randy hicks . **Warning**
35A-02-6
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. cooked steak (112F) operator stated its only been at the hot hold for one hour and he will reheat it . **Corrective Action Taken* Second temperature 180f. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
03B-01-6
Intermediate - Handwash sink removed from food preparation/dishwashing area. Must be reinstalled in the same location where removed. **Warning**
31A-04-4
Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
53A-01-7
Intermediate - 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.
53B-01-5
Intermediate - 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.
11-26-1
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. The hoods. **Warning**
23-03-4
41
Apr 12, 2024
Food-Licensing Inspection
No violations found.
100
Aug 4, 2023
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Feb 9, 2023
Routine - Food
1 major violation.
View 1 violation
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Manager removed cart.
31A-09-4
90
Aug 10, 2022
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Basic - Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Heavy cream. Manager picked it up. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-47-4
95

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Pepes Cantina Express Avalon Park last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Pepes Cantina Express Avalon Park on file is from Apr 22, 2026. The public record contains 11 inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Pepes Cantina Express Avalon Park?

Across the inspection record, “time/temperature control for safety food” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Pepes Cantina Express Avalon Park.

How does Pepes Cantina Express Avalon Park compare to other restaurants in Orlando?

Pepes Cantina Express Avalon Park most recently scored 52 out of 100, which is lower than the Orlando average of 79.

Has Pepes Cantina Express Avalon Park's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Pepes Cantina Express Avalon Park have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at Pepes Cantina Express Avalon Park means the most recent inspection flagged either critical violations or a substantial number of smaller ones. Diners may want to read the violation details before deciding to visit.

How often is Pepes Cantina Express Avalon Park inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Pepes Cantina Express Avalon Park is inspected around three times per year on average.

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