Orlando Restaurants Reopen After Health Code Closures; Guests Warned to Review Inspection Reports
Operators addressed serious violations within 24 hours to secure follow-up approval, resuming operations this week
Overview
- Seven Orlando-area restaurants were closed by Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation inspections between July 27 and August 2 after inspectors found violations ranging from pest infestations to expired licenses.
- Two of the affected outlets, Latin Bistro Express and Perkins Restaurant & Bakery in Kissimmee near Walt Disney World, were shut down on Irlo Bronson Highway.
- Latin Bistro Express corrected 22 violations—such as raw chicken stored in spice boxes, rodent activity and an expired license—and reopened on August 1.
- Perkins Restaurant & Bakery addressed live roach activity and improper dish-machine sanitizer strength before passing its follow-up inspection and resuming service on July 29.
- Disney guests considering off-property dining are being urged to consult Florida’s online inspection database before choosing nearby eateries.