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EPPERSON CLUB

31885 OVERPASS RD, Wesley Chapel FL 33545 · 813-444-5221

Last inspected Jul 15, 2026 · 10 visits since July 2023

Licence typeRestaurant
Seats16
Risk levelRisk Level 2
LicenceSEA6113810
Grade history
JAN 25
MAY 25
DEC 25
MAR 26
JUL 26
▼ IMPROVING

5 inspections trending up, 22 points better than where it started.

Worst finding on record
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed the following 3 flies in the back of the kitchen 2 flies in the expo area 3 flies in the kitchen area.
High priority/35A-02-6/Warning
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Inspection history

10 visits, newest first

Jul 15, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 2 findings
Cutting boards on pull top reach in coolers have cut marks and are no longer cleanable. Discussed switching out cutting boards with manager
Basic/14-09-4
Ice buildup in walk-in freezer from fan. Manager removed ice block
Basic/14-69-4/Corrected On-Site
Mar 12, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation

Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
Show 2 findings ▾
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed worn label on clear bin in dish ware storage rack across from dry storage closet.
Basic/16-46-4
Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. Unwashed cantaloupe and cucumbers stored above Reese candy topping and Oreo crumble mixture in walk in cooler. Manager moved vegetables to bottom shelf and candy to top shelf in walk in cooler.
Basic/08B-17-4/Corrected On-Site
Dec 19, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 1 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
Show 1 finding ▾
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer by side entrance door and walk-in freezer. Operator stated she would change the gaskets to the reach in freezer. Operator was able to chip off some ice in walk in freezer but stated she'd come back to get the rest.
Basic/14-69-4
May 15, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

0 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
Show 3 findings ▾
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable on the flip top units and prep tables.
Basic/14-09-4
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed wet stacked containers in the dish drying area. Storage corrected.
Basic/24-08-4/Corrected On-Site
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer in the prep area and walk-in freezer. Manager removed ice buildup up in reach in.
Basic/14-69-4/Corrective Action Taken
Apr 4, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.

0 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
Show 4 findings ▾
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee jackets stored on prep table Employee removed
Basic/40-06-5/Corrected On-Site/Warning/Return visit Apr 4, 2025 · Employee phones and walking on prep table across from cook line. Time Extended
Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. 6 cans of tomato sauce stored on floor in dry storage room Employee placed on shelf
Basic/08B-47-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning/Return visit Apr 4, 2025 · Caramel popcorn stored on floor in dry storage. Time Extended
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Inside chest freezer in beverage room
Basic/14-69-4/Warning/Return visit Apr 4, 2025 · ice present in walk in freezer and chest freezer. Time Extended
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Bulk salt not labeled on prep table on cookline. Employee labeled
Basic/02D-01-5/Corrected On-Site/Warning/Return visit Apr 4, 2025 · Bulk salt unlabeled. Time Extended
Jan 24, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 10 recorded, 1 high priority.

1 High priority1 Intermediate8 Basic
Show 10 findings ▾
Food with mold-like growth. See stop sale. 15 sweet potatoes and 20 green bell peppers observed with mold like growth in walk-in cooler.
High priority/01B-07-4/Warning
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.
Intermediate/53B-01-5/Warning
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Exterior of dish machine soiled with old food debris
Basic/16-21-4/Warning
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Plastic bowls not inverted on shelf in dish area
Basic/24-05-4/Warning
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee drink stored on prep table Employee removed
Basic/12B-07-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee jackets stored on prep table Employee removed
Basic/40-06-5/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. 6 cans of tomato sauce stored on floor in dry storage room Employee placed on shelf
Basic/08B-47-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Inside chest freezer in beverage room
Basic/14-69-4/Warning
Single-service articles improperly stored. Togo cup lids stored on floor in dry storage room Employee placed on shelf
Basic/25-05-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Bulk salt not labeled on prep table on cookline. Employee labeled
Basic/02D-01-5/Corrected On-Site/Warning
May 15, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation

Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

1 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
Show 6 findings ▾
Observed: Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed 2 live flies in kitchen area near 3 compartment sink Observed 2 flies in dry storage area. Priority: High Priority
High priority/35A-02-6
Observed: Packaged food not labeled as specified by law. Observed above cook line. Spice container not labeled Priority: Intermediate
Intermediate/02D-02-4/Corrected On-Site
Observed: Food stored on floor. Food stored on floor in walk in cooler and freezer. Operator removed from floor and stored properly. Priority: Basic
Basic/08B-38-4/Corrected On-Site
Observed: Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed debris in interior of ovens in prep line. Priority: Basic
Basic/22-08-4
Observed: No suitable facilities provided to store employee clothing and other possessions. Observed Celsius drink near food area Priority: Basic
Basic/40-01-4/Corrected On-Site
Observed: Single-service articles stored outside or in a room/shed that is not fully enclosed (open to outdoors/screened). Observed dry storage observed outside, under a canopy. Operators moved items indoor 6 inches above ground Priority: Basic
Basic/25-11-5/Corrected On-Site
Dec 15, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

1 High priority0 Intermediate6 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shelled eggs stored over pretzels in walk-in cooler Corrected observed employee place raw shelled eggs on bottom shelf
High priority/08A-05-6/Corrected On-Site
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee drink stored on prep table Corrected observed employee voluntarily discard
Basic/12B-07-4/Corrected On-Site
Faucet/handle missing at plumbing fixture. Observed hand sink on cookline missing handle for cold and hot water
Basic/29-09-4
Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Observed 6 containers of oil stored on floor in dry storage area
Basic/08B-47-4/Repeat Violation
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed 4 knifes stored between prep table and wall Corrected observed employee remove
Basic/10-17-4/Corrected On-Site
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed wet wiping cloth stored under cutting board on prep table Corrected observed employee remove
Basic/21-04-4/Corrected On-Site
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed two wet mops stored at mop sink Corrected observed employee invert
Basic/42-01-4/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation
Jul 28, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation

A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.

0 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
Show 2 findings ▾
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
Intermediate/16-37-1/Return visit Jul 28, 2023 · Observed no chemical test strips for chlorine. Time Extended
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed the white cutting board with excessive grooves on the board.
Basic/14-09-4/Return visit Jul 28, 2023 · Cutting board has marks Time Extended
Jul 26, 2023Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 10 recorded, 1 high priority.

1 High priority4 Intermediate5 Basic
Show 10 findings ▾
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed the following 3 flies in the back of the kitchen 2 flies in the expo area 3 flies in the kitchen area.
High priority/35A-02-6/Warning
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. Manager posted the sheet.
Intermediate/11-27-4/Corrected On-Site
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
Intermediate/16-37-1
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.
Intermediate/11-26-1
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed fruit garnishes not labeled or dated.
Intermediate/02C-02-5
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed the white cutting board with excessive grooves on the board.
Basic/14-09-4
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting.
Basic/24-08-4
Food stored on floor. Observed oil stored on the kitchen floor. Also observed food in the freezer on the floor l Manager moved the food on the shelve,
Basic/08B-38-4/Corrected On-Site
Single-service articles improperly stored.Observed pizza boxes stored on the floor.
Basic/25-05-4
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Basic/42-01-4

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.