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NEW PEPITOS HOUSE

4976 MILLENIA BLVD STE C, Orlando FL 32839

Last inspected Oct 1, 2025 · 8 visits since October 2023

Licence typeRestaurant
Seats6
Risk levelRisk Level 2
LicenceSEA5811720
Grade history
APR 24
AUG 24
MAR 25
SEP 25
OCT 25
≈ ERRATIC

5 inspections, swinging between A and D. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.

Worst finding on record
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 operator with form.
Intermediate/11-27-4/Warning
Badges — none earned
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined

Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →

Disciplinary actions

1 case · $200

CaseViolation dateFinal orderAmount
4--2016033898May 19, 2016Oct 11, 2016$200

Inspection history

8 visits, newest first

Oct 1, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection

Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

1 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 4 findings
Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. -Bread directly touching plastic to go bags
High priority/14-31-5
Equipment in poor repair. -Big cooler in back kitchen not maintaining temp of 41F. No temperature sensitive food in cooler. -gaskets torn in same cooler
Basic/14-11-5
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. -Interior door of right oven -gaskets and interior rim of chest freezer
Basic/22-08-4
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -under coffe station -under triple sink -under coolers in back area -under equipment in coo
Basic/23-03-4
Sep 30, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection

Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 9 violations recorded, 3 high priority.

3 High priority0 Intermediate6 Basic
Show 9 findings ▾
Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Bread directly touching plastic to go bags
High priority/14-31-5
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Big reach in cooler in back : Bacon, raw beef, raw chicken, hot digs, burgers, mozz, queso, ramono, american, raw shell eggs. (45-49F - Cold Holding) overnight per operator. Advised to immediately discard
High priority/01B-02-5/Repeat Violation/Admin Complaint
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Big reach in cooler in back : Bacon, raw beef, raw chicken, hot digs, burgers, mozz, queso, ramono, american, raw shell eggs. (45-49F - Cold Holding) overnight per operator. Advised to immediately discard
High priority/03A-02-5/Repeat Violation/Admin Complaint
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Basic/50-09-4/Repeat Violation
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. -under coffe station -under triple sink -under coolers in back area -under equipment in cook line
Basic/36-73-4
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Left oven Interior door of right oven
Basic/22-08-4
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gaskets torn in reach in cooler in back kitchen
Basic/23-03-4/Repeat Violation
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Gaskets and interior rim of chest freezer
Basic/22-16-4
Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. Unwashed tomatoes over mayo in cooler
Basic/08B-17-4
Mar 21, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

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

0 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
Show 5 findings ▾
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
Intermediate/16-37-1/Return visit Mar 21, 2025 · Time Extended
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Basic/50-09-4/Return visit Mar 21, 2025 · Time Extended
Equipment in poor repair. Gaskets torn in reach in cooler in back kitchen
Basic/14-11-5/Return visit Mar 21, 2025 · Time Extended
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -Gaskets soiled in reach in cooler in back kitchen -Gaskets in chest freezer
Basic/23-03-4/Return visit Mar 21, 2025 · Time Extended
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. In reach in cooler in back kitchen
Basic/14-33-4/Return visit Mar 21, 2025 · Time Extended
Mar 20, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 12 recorded, 4 high priority.

4 High priority3 Intermediate5 Basic
Show 12 findings ▾
Establishment using a sanitizer solution that does not meet the requirements specified in 40 CFR 180. Only use single-service items to serve food to customers until approved sanitizer is available for warewashing. Establishment is using vinegar for sanitizer. Advised to immediately replace with chlorine bleach or Quat, or other approved sanitizer. Operator got bleach
High priority/22-48-5/Corrected On-Site
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. -Raw chicken over raw beef in prep cooler. Immediately removed
High priority/08A-20-5/Corrected On-Site
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Back Reach in cooler: shell Eggs, raw beef, Raw burgers, Whole beef, cut Lettuce, Queso, Corn cachacas, Mozzarella, Hot dogs, 50F-55F. Cold holding Per operator all food was removed from freezer at 11pm and placed in cooler to thaw overnight. Ambient temp of cooler is 53F
High priority/01B-02-5/Warning
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Back Reach in cooler: shell Eggs, raw beef, Raw burgers, Whole beef, cut Lettuce, Queso, Corn cachacas, Mozzarella, Hot dogs, 50F-55F. Cold holding Per operator all food was removed from freezer at 11pm and placed in cooler to thaw overnight. Ambient temp of cooler is 53F
High priority/03A-02-5/Warning
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Blocked by ladder and broom. Operator immediately removed
Intermediate/31A-09-4/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 probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
Intermediate/05-08-4
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Basic/50-09-4
Equipment in poor repair. Gaskets torn in reach in cooler in back kitchen
Basic/14-11-5
Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. -Case of drinks on floor in kitchen. Operator immediately removed
Basic/08B-47-4/Corrected On-Site
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -Gaskets soiled in reach in cooler in back kitchen -Gaskets in chest freezer
Basic/23-03-4
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. In reach in cooler in back kitchen
Basic/14-33-4
Aug 7, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

0 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
Show 4 findings ▾
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Bowl used in sugar.
Basic/14-01-5
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Basic/50-09-4
Equipment in poor repair. Gasket on stand up reach in cooler torn and soiled.
Basic/14-11-5
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Stand up reach in cooler.
Basic/14-33-4
Apr 11, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

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

3 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
Show 7 findings ▾
Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Onion rings in freezer.
High priority/14-31-5
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Shell eggs above containers of salad dressing.
High priority/08A-05-6/Corrected On-Site
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Chicken above beef.
High priority/08A-20-5/Corrected On-Site
Soap dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense soap. Both dispenser in kitchen.
Intermediate/31B-06-4
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Vents and tiles in kitchen area.
Basic/36-34-5/Repeat Violation
Hole in or other damage to wall. Tiles missing on wall next to make table in kitchen.
Basic/36-24-5
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust.warewash area.
Basic/36-27-5
Dec 12, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

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

0 High priority0 Intermediate5 Basic
Show 5 findings ▾
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Ware wash area
Basic/36-32-5/Warning/Return visit Dec 12, 2023 · Time Extended
Equipment in poor repair. Gasket torn on reach in cooler in front of three compartment sink.
Basic/14-11-5/Warning/Return visit Dec 12, 2023 · Time Extended
Hole in or other damage to wall. Next to make table on cook line.
Basic/36-24-5/Warning/Return visit Dec 12, 2023 · Time Extended
Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Both lights on cook line.
Basic/38-07-4/Warning/Return visit Dec 12, 2023 · Time Extended
Unnecessary items/unused equipment on the premises. Make table cooler in front of kitchen not working.
Basic/33-31-5/Warning/Return visit Dec 12, 2023 · Time Extended
Oct 10, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 14 recorded, 2 high priority.

2 High priority4 Intermediate8 Basic
Show 14 findings ▾
Raw animal food stored over canned/bottled drinks. Shell eggs above drinks in reach in cooler.
High priority/08A-11-5/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Bacon above cheese and mushrooms.
High priority/08A-05-6/Corrected On-Site/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. Provided operator with form.
Intermediate/11-27-4/Warning
Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Oswaldo Berges issue date 06-14-18.
Intermediate/53A-03-7/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
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. Provided operator with form. Form must be filled out by each person and kept on file in the facility.
Intermediate/11-26-1/Warning
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Ware wash area
Basic/36-32-5/Warning
Equipment in poor repair. Gasket torn on reach in cooler in front of three compartment sink.
Basic/14-11-5/Warning
Hole in or other damage to wall. Next to make table on cook line.
Basic/36-24-5/Warning
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Behind sink in ware wash area.
Basic/10-17-4/Warning
Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Both lights on cook line.
Basic/38-07-4/Warning
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Stand up reach in cooler in back of kitchen old food debris in bottom of cooler.
Basic/22-16-4/Warning
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Beef and chicken thawing at room temperature.
Basic/06-01-5/Warning
Unnecessary items/unused equipment on the premises. Make table cooler in front of kitchen not working.
Basic/33-31-5/Warning

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.