NEW PEPITOS HOUSE
4976 MILLENIA BLVD STE C, Orlando FL 32839
Last inspected Oct 1, 2025 · 8 visits since October 2023
5 inspections, swinging between A and D. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
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.
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
1 case · $200
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4--2016033898 | May 19, 2016 | Oct 11, 2016 | $200 |
Inspection history
8 visits, newest first
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. -Bread directly touching plastic to go bags
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
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. -Interior door of right oven -gaskets and interior rim of chest freezer
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
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 9 violations recorded, 3 high priority.
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Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Bread directly touching plastic to go bags
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
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
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. -under coffe station -under triple sink -under coolers in back area -under equipment in cook line
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Left oven Interior door of right oven
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gaskets torn in reach in cooler in back kitchen
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Gaskets and interior rim of chest freezer
Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. Unwashed tomatoes over mayo in cooler
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
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No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Equipment in poor repair. Gaskets torn in reach in cooler in back kitchen
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
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. In reach in cooler in back kitchen
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 12 recorded, 4 high priority.
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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
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
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
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
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Blocked by ladder and broom. Operator immediately removed
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Equipment in poor repair. Gaskets torn in reach in cooler in back kitchen
Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. -Case of drinks on floor in kitchen. Operator immediately removed
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
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. In reach in cooler in back kitchen
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Bowl used in sugar.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Equipment in poor repair. Gasket on stand up reach in cooler torn and soiled.
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Stand up reach in cooler.
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Onion rings in freezer.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Shell eggs above containers of salad dressing.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Chicken above beef.
Soap dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense soap. Both dispenser in kitchen.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Vents and tiles in kitchen area.
Hole in or other damage to wall. Tiles missing on wall next to make table in kitchen.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust.warewash area.
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
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Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Ware wash area
Equipment in poor repair. Gasket torn on reach in cooler in front of three compartment sink.
Hole in or other damage to wall. Next to make table on cook line.
Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Both lights on cook line.
Unnecessary items/unused equipment on the premises. Make table cooler in front of kitchen not working.
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 14 recorded, 2 high priority.
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Raw animal food stored over canned/bottled drinks. Shell eggs above drinks in reach in cooler.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Bacon above cheese and mushrooms.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Ware wash area
Equipment in poor repair. Gasket torn on reach in cooler in front of three compartment sink.
Hole in or other damage to wall. Next to make table on cook line.
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Behind sink in ware wash area.
Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Both lights on cook line.
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.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Beef and chicken thawing at room temperature.
Unnecessary items/unused equipment on the premises. Make table cooler in front of kitchen not working.
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.