3 PEPPER BURRITO CO
1322 HOMESTEAD RD N, Lehigh Acres FL 33936 · 2393133427
Last inspected Aug 17, 2026 · 9 visits since October 2023
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5 inspections within 11 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed chicken tenders (122F - Hot Holding) on front counter under heat lamp. The manager placed chicken tenders in heating unit in kitchen. See Reheating Temperature.
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Disciplinary actions
1 case · $200
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2016039959 | Jul 28, 2016 | Sep 16, 2016 | $200 |
Inspection history
9 visits, newest first
Aug 17, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 3 findings
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed no handle plastic bowl in the bulk dry rice container.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed gasket torn on the reach in cooler on the front line.
Single-service articles stored next to handwash/food preparation sink exposed to splash. Observed plastic to go containers stored next to the hand wash sink on the front line.
Mar 3, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed chicken tenders (122F - Hot Holding) on front counter under heat lamp. The manager placed chicken tenders in heating unit in kitchen. See Reheating Temperature.
No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Emailed manager Time As Public Health for Chicken Tenders under heating lamp.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach-in cooler on front line gasket torn.
Dec 2, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employees beverage cup on side prep table next to serving trays, operator removed beverage.
Silverware/utensils stored upright with the food-contact surface up. Observed forks stored fcs surface operator stored properly.
Oct 13, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler gaskets, and reach in freezer gaskets soiled.
Aug 12, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 4 recorded.
0 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed food debris on the can opener blade.
Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Accumulation of brown mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed brownish substance in the interior of the ice chute on the self service soda dispenser in the dining room.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler gaskets, and reach in freezer gaskets soiled.
Jan 15, 2025Inspection 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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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed build up of food debris on can opener blade. Operator removed can opener for cleaning.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed door handles soiled with food debris on reach in freezer.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Observed Co2 tanks not secured next to 3 compartment sink. Operating attached chain.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed floor soiled around perimeter of kitchen and under hot holding cabinet in prep kitchen area.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed Build of of dust like substance on walk in cooler air vents.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall soiled by rear kitchen door.
Aug 7, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate5 Basic
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Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.observed accumulation of white mold like substance on the interior of the ice chute on the self dispensing ice machine at the soda fountain in the dining room.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed no handle bowl used to dispense rice in working container of rice in the kitchen..
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Observed no choking poster. Printed choking poster and gave to operator.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gaskets on the reach in freezer soiled with food debris. Observed outside of tortilla dispenser soiled with food debris.
Plumbing system in disrepair. Observed customer hand wash sink next to the self serve soda dispenser not working and in need of repair.
Oct 25, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
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Employee with long fingernails working with exposed food, single-service items or clean equipment and utensils. Observed employee on food service line with long fingernails.
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. Operator stated they are in the process of training new employee once hired over 60 days.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed scoop handle in contact with salt and pepper mixture on shelf next to walk in cooler. Operator moved scoop.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed build up of food debris on gaskets on reach in freezer next to rear door.
Oct 5, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
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Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Observed 1 dented can of fire roasted salsa with Jalapenos. Operator set can aside to return for credit.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener with build up of food debris on blade.
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.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed no handle container used to scoop rice in working container of rice.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed plastic containers on drain board on 3 compartment sink not properly air dried before stacking.
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