PEDRO'S TACOS AND TEQUILA BAR
6233 N DAVIS HWY, Pensacola FL 32504 · 850-456-9400
Last inspected Aug 20, 2026 · 14 visits since August 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between A and C. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 8 live roaches behind prep sink across from the walk in beer cooler. 6 live roaches present behind dishwasher sanitizer containers next to dishwasher.
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Inspection history
14 visits, newest first
Aug 20, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 8 findingsThe state's own report →
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Chicken in reach-in cooler under grill at 55f for over 4 hours. Salsa in walk-in cooler at 45f ambient cooling over 4 hours.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Chicken in reach-in cooler under grill at 55f for over 4 hours. See stop sale.
Time/temperature control for safety food prepared from/mixed with ingredient(s) at ambient temperature not cooled to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 4 hours. Salsa in walk-in cooler at 45f ambient cooling over 4 hours. See stop sale.
No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/
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Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Ceiling tiles and vent soiled with mold like substance in margarita room behind bar.
Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired. Reach-in coolers under grill have gaskets in poor repair and missing seals.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Gap around back door. 2 holes along one side.
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Pipe leaking at back hand washing sink.
Apr 21, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation (Partial)
Met inspection standards. 1 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Objectionable odors in bathroom or other areas of the establishment. Men's restroom has strong odor from floor drain.
Dec 16, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
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Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Feta in make-line reach-in cooler at 61f for over 4 hours.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In make-line reach-in cooler: pico de gallo at 46f for approximately 1 hour, and feta at 61f for over 4 hours. Upon observation, feta was double panned and not allowing cold air to reach inner pan. See stop sale.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Rice in steam well at 125f for approximately 30 minutes. Per operator, steam well was turned down after rush so rice doesn't burn. Instructed operator to reheat rice to 165f and turn steam well temperature to 135f or higher.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed mold-like substance on ceiling vents in dining room and women's restroom.
Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired. Ambient temperature of reach-in cooler on right hand side of make-line at 48f. Gaskets are in disrepair in reach-in cooler on left side of make-line.
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. No ambient thermometer in reach-in cooler on right side of make-line.
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Leak under hand washing sink in back prep area.
Nov 4, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Upon inspection, dishmachine chlorine sanitizer reading 10ppm. Owner primed sanitizer and achieved 50ppm.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed employee rinsing off lid in handwashing sink in prep area.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Bowl submerged in queso in walk-in cooler.
Water draining onto floor surface. Observed water dripping from ceiling in walk-in cooler.
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Leak underneath handwashing sinks at server area and in back prep area.
Feb 21, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
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Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Bowl used as scoop for steak in walk-in cooler. Operator removed bowl during inspection.
Stored food not covered. Tortilla shells stored on top of oven uncovered.
Water draining onto floor surface. Observed water from ceiling in walk-in cooler dripping onto floor.
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Leak from hand wash sink in server area. Plumber has already been contracted to repair sink, but has not completed repairs.
Nov 12, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Sep 11, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 11 recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority3 Intermediate4 Basic
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Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. Steak in walk-in cooler at 62f Cook Cooling 7 hours.
Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 70 degrees Fahrenheit within 2 hours. Chicken in walk-in cooler Cook Cooling for 7 hours at 81f.
Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer reading 0ppm. Operator changed empty sanitizer bottle out during inspection, correcting to 50ppm.
Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with tortillas.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. At bar, handwashing sink used to store bar equipment. Operator removed items during inspection.
No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ No certified food manager present while more than 3 food handlers are present.
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. No proof of training for many food handling employees over 60 days.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Bowls used as scoops for diced tomatoes and several items in walk-in cooler. Operator removed bowls during inspection.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Floor tiles missing throughout kitchen.
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Knives stored between covers for reach-in coolers. Operator removed knives and swapped them out for clean ones.
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. No ambient air thermometer observed in reach-in coolers and walk-in cooler.
Apr 18, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jan 17, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 10 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority3 Intermediate5 Basic
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Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Upon inspection, dishmachine chlorine sanitizer reading 0ppm. Manager swapped and primed dishmachine to achieve reading of 50ppm.
Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Chicken in walk-in freezer stored in commercial, non-food grade bags.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. At bar, hand sink used to store items.
Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Ceviche is not identified containing raw fish.
Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. No consumer advisory posted for establishment. Provided operator with consumer advisory.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Plate used to dispense steak i reach in cooler. Cup with no handle used to dispense sauce in walk-in cooler.
Ceiling vents soiled with accumulated dust in dining room.
Exterior wall to walk-in coolers by dumpster are in disrepair from heavy rusting.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Standing water in walk-in coolers.
Open dumpster lid.
Nov 8, 2023□ Emergency Order Callback CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Nov 8, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Nov 7, 2023■ Emergency order recommendedComplaint Investigation
Ordered shut on the spot. 4 violations recorded, 1 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.
1 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
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Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 8 live roaches behind prep sink across from the walk in beer cooler. 6 live roaches present behind dishwasher sanitizer containers next to dishwasher.
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. Addressed in previous inspection.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Hand wash sink by ice machine has no soap.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Back door has visible crack that doesn't prevent outside vermin.
Oct 27, 2023Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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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.
Aug 28, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 20 recorded, 6 high priority.
6 High priority6 Intermediate8 Basic
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Drink ice observed in direct contact with heavy buildup of black mold like substance in ice machine.
Employee dried hands on clothes/apron/soiled towel after washing. Cooks wiping hands on soiled apron towel.
Employee handled soiled equipment or utensils and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Employee handling dishes not washing hands between handling dirty dishes to handling clean dishes.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. License renewed during inspection.
Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Cooks leaving line and returning without glove change or hand wash.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. On cold holding line, par cooked wings at 55f (for 1 hour), raw tenders at 51f for approximately 1 hour. Manager closed make bar covers during inspection to cool product.
Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Milk in beer cooler, not date marked, per manager opened about 3 days ago.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Large container blocking access to hand wash sink in back of kitchen. Moved during inspection.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Hand wash sinks storing dirty pans and dish cleaning supplies. Manager removed items during inspection.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Hand wash sink by ice machine and hand wash sink in back of kitchen missing paper towels. Hand wash sink by ice machine restocked during inspection.
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.
Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Burgers and steaks provided undercooked. Proved manager with consumer advisory and provided. Ceviche confirmed fully cooked.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Interior of ice machine covered with heavy buildup of black mold like substance. See stop sale for ice
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Handleless cups and pans used as scoops throughout restaurant. Walk in cooler-salsa Flour bulk bins
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Above cook line and rear preparation area
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee drinks on dish drying rack and above food reach in cooler. Manager had employees move drinks during inspection.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Drink cups on drying rack
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Ware wash area
Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Fluorescent lights Front and rear lines
Stored food not covered. Chili rellenos not covered. Manager covered items during inspection.
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.