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PEPPERS MEXICAN GRILL AND CANTINA

794 S ATLANTIC AVE, Ormond Beach FL 32176 · 386-673-7668

Last inspected Apr 15, 2026 · 13 visits since November 2023

Licence typeRestaurant
Seats230
Risk levelRisk Level 2
LicenceSEA7406995
Grade history
APR 24
OCT 24
MAY 25
SEP 25
APR 26
≈ ERRATIC

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

Worst finding on record
2 Live, small flying insects found in dry storage area.
High priority/35A-02-7/Warning
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Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →

Disciplinary actions

5 cases · $2,285

CaseViolation dateFinal orderAmount
4--2026006411Sep 24, 2025Apr 27, 2026$800
4--2025048104May 22, 2025Oct 20, 2025$800
4--2025007976Jan 2, 2025May 6, 2025$225
4--2023053888Jun 26, 2023Nov 13, 2023$160
4--2021003742Jan 11, 2021Apr 26, 2021$300

Inspection history

13 visits, newest first

Apr 15, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

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

0 High priority1 Intermediate10 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 12 findings
No proof provided that some food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. -for new employees hired on April 1.
Intermediate/11-26-1/Warning/Return visit Apr 15, 2026 · Time Extended
Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing at several locations.
Basic/36-03-4/Repeat Violation/Warning/Return visit Apr 15, 2026 · Time Extended
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
Basic/32-12-6/Repeat Violation/Warning/Return visit Apr 15, 2026 · Time Extended
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Basic/50-09-4/Repeat Violation/Warning/Return visit Apr 15, 2026 · Time Extended
Show the remaining 8 findings ▾
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. -standing water on floor by ice machine. -standing water in between tiles and in areas where tiles are missing in dish washing area.
Basic/36-22-4/Repeat Violation/Warning/Return visit Apr 15, 2026 · Time Extended
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris under equipment at cook line.
Basic/36-73-4/Warning/Return visit Apr 15, 2026 · Time Extended
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. -dishwashing area.
Basic/36-17-5/Repeat Violation/Warning/Return visit Apr 15, 2026 · Time Extended
Floors not constructed to be easily cleanable. -deep grout lines in kitchen. -deep grout lines in dish washing area.
Basic/36-12-4/Warning/Return visit Apr 15, 2026 · Time Extended
Interior of oven has accumulation of black substance/grease.
Basic/22-08-4/Warning/Return visit Apr 15, 2026 · Time Extended
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, or dust. -wire shelving at cook line soiled. -shelving in dry storage area soiled. -storage container lids heavily soiled with food debris.
Basic/23-03-4/Repeat Violation/Warning/Return visit Apr 15, 2026 · Time Extended
Screen in door torn/in poor repair.
Basic/35B-09-4/Warning/Return visit Apr 15, 2026 · Time Extended
- From initial inspection : Observed scorch marks around electrical outlet. For reporting purposes only.
/47-02-4/Return visit Apr 15, 2026
The state's own report →
Apr 6, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 28 recorded, 4 high priority.

4 High priority4 Intermediate20 Basic
Show 29 findings ▾
2 Live, small flying insects found in dry storage area.
High priority/35A-02-7/Warning
Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. -dented can of pineapple juice in storage area.
High priority/01B-01-4/Warning
Employee handled soiled equipment in dish area and then handled clean equipment without washing hands.
High priority/12A-13-4/Warning
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. -raw beef 44°f, cooked pork 44°f in walk in cooler.
High priority/03A-02-5/Warning
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink.
Intermediate/31B-02-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
No proof provided that some food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. -for new employees hired on April 1.
Intermediate/11-26-1/Warning
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. -spray bottle containing bleach not labeled.
Intermediate/41-17-4/Repeat Violation/Warning
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. -hot water shut off at hand wash sink next to ice machine.
Intermediate/27-16-4/Repeat Violation/Warning
Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves.
Basic/14-05-4/Warning
Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing at several locations.
Basic/36-03-4/Repeat Violation/Warning
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
Basic/32-12-6/Repeat Violation/Warning
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Basic/50-09-4/Repeat Violation/Warning
Employee cellphone stored in or above a food preparation area.
Basic/40-06-5/Warning
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting.
Basic/24-08-4/Warning
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. -standing water on floor by ice machine. -standing water in between tiles and in areas where tiles are missing in dish washing area.
Basic/36-22-4/Repeat Violation/Warning
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris under equipment at cook line.
Basic/36-73-4/Warning
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. -dishwashing area.
Basic/36-17-5/Repeat Violation/Warning
Floors not constructed to be easily cleanable. -deep grout lines in kitchen. -deep grout lines in dish washing area.
Basic/36-12-4/Warning
Food stored on floor. -bags of onions and bag of sugar dry storage area.
Basic/08B-38-4/Warning
Hood filter missing from automatic fire suppression/exhaust system.
Basic/14-42-4/Warning
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment.
Basic/10-17-4/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation/Warning
Interior of oven has accumulation of black substance/grease.
Basic/22-08-4/Warning
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. -reach in cooler at cook line.
Basic/05-09-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, or dust. -wire shelving at cook line soiled. -shelving in dry storage area soiled. -storage container lids heavily soiled with food debris.
Basic/23-03-4/Repeat Violation/Warning
Screen in door torn/in poor repair.
Basic/35B-09-4/Warning
Water leaking from handle at hand wash sink by ice machine.
Basic/29-11-4/Warning
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
Basic/21-12-4/Warning
Wet wiping cloths used for occasional spills on equipment food- and nonfood-contact surfaces not clean.
Basic/21-09-4/Warning
Observed scorch marks around electrical outlet. For reporting purposes only.
/47-02-4
Sep 25, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation

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

1 High priority3 Intermediate13 Basic
Show 17 findings ▾
Pesticide-emitting strip present in food prep area.
High priority/41-24-4/Warning/Return visit Sep 25, 2025 · Time Extended
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. -handwash sink blocked shredder.
Intermediate/31A-09-4/Warning/Return visit Sep 25, 2025 · Time Extended
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled.
Intermediate/41-17-4/Warning/Return visit Sep 25, 2025 · Time Extended
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink in kitchen.
Intermediate/27-16-4/Repeat Violation/Admin Complaint/Return visit Sep 25, 2025 · Time Extended
Clean knife stored in dirty, rusted rack.
Basic/24-06-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning/Return visit Sep 25, 2025 · Time Extended
Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing.
Basic/36-03-4/Repeat Violation/Warning/Return visit Sep 25, 2025 · Time Extended
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
Basic/32-12-6/Repeat Violation/Warning/Return visit Sep 25, 2025 · Time Extended
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Basic/50-09-4/Warning/Return visit Sep 25, 2025 · Time Extended
Duct tape used to repair nonfood-contact surface. -microwave door handle.
Basic/14-71-4/Repeat Violation/Warning/Return visit Sep 25, 2025 · Time Extended
Faucet/handle broken at handwash sink.
Basic/29-09-4/Warning/Return visit Sep 25, 2025 · Time Extended
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. -standing water between broken tiles in dishwashing area.
Basic/36-22-4/Warning/Return visit Sep 25, 2025 · Time Extended
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris in bar area.
Basic/36-73-4/Warning/Return visit Sep 25, 2025 · Time Extended
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair in kitchen, dishwashing area and bar area.
Basic/36-17-5/Repeat Violation/Warning/Return visit Sep 25, 2025 · Time Extended
Ice buildup in walk-in freezer.
Basic/14-69-4/Warning/Return visit Sep 25, 2025 · Time Extended
Lights in food storage area missing the proper shield.
Basic/38-07-4/Repeat Violation/Warning/Return visit Sep 25, 2025 · Time Extended
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. -ladies restroom.
Basic/31B-04-4/Warning/Return visit Sep 25, 2025 · Time Extended
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, or dust. -shelving in dry storage area. -container lids soiled, dry storage area. -heavy buildup of grease under and on cooking equipment. -heavy buildup of grease on shelving in kitchen.
Basic/23-03-4/Warning/Return visit Sep 25, 2025 · Time Extended
Sep 24, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedComplaint Investigation

Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 36 violations recorded, 6 high priority.

6 High priority7 Intermediate23 Basic
Show 36 findings ▾
Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. -cooked ground beef in walk in cooler at 53°f. Cooked and placed in walk in cooler yesterday.
High priority/03D-02-5/Repeat Violation/Admin Complaint
Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly.
High priority/22-41-4/Warning
Pesticide-emitting strip present in food prep area.
High priority/41-24-4/Warning
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. -flat of raw shell eggs stored on top of zucchini.
High priority/08A-05-6/Warning
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. -Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. -cooked ground beef in walk in cooler at 53°f. Cooked and placed in walk in cooler yesterday.
High priority/01B-02-5/Repeat Violation/Admin Complaint
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. -all items in cook line reach in cooler above 41°f (Beef 46°f, chicken 45°f, pork 44°f, shrimp 47°f, beef 45°f, cheese 48°f). Operator stated all items in cooler 2 hours. Operator moved to freezer for rapid cooling.
High priority/03A-02-5/Repeat Violation/Admin Complaint
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.
Intermediate/11-27-4/Warning
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. -handwash sink blocked shredder.
Intermediate/31A-09-4/Warning
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
Intermediate/53A-01-7/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.
Intermediate/11-26-1/Warning
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled.
Intermediate/41-17-4/Warning
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink in kitchen.
Intermediate/27-16-4/Repeat Violation/Admin Complaint
1 dead roach inside unused hot holding cabinet in kitchen and 1 dead roach in between cracks in oven door.
Basic/35A-03-4/Warning
Accumulation of dead flying insects on fly tape in kitchen.
Basic/35A-06-4/Warning
Cardboard used under food containers stored on unused flat grill.
Basic/14-45-4/Warning
Clean knife stored in dirty, rusted rack.
Basic/24-06-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Cosmetics/toiletries stored with food, clean equipment and utensils, clean linens or single-service items.
Basic/40-04-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing.
Basic/36-03-4/Repeat Violation/Warning
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
Basic/32-12-6/Repeat Violation/Warning
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Basic/50-09-4/Warning
Duct tape used to repair nonfood-contact surface. -microwave door handle.
Basic/14-71-4/Repeat Violation/Warning
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting.
Basic/24-08-4/Warning
Faucet/handle broken at handwash sink.
Basic/29-09-4/Warning
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. -standing water between broken tiles in dishwashing area.
Basic/36-22-4/Warning
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris in bar area.
Basic/36-73-4/Warning
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair in kitchen, dishwashing area and bar area.
Basic/36-17-5/Repeat Violation/Warning
Ice buildup in walk-in freezer.
Basic/14-69-4/Warning
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment.
Basic/10-17-4/Warning
Lights in food storage area missing the proper shield.
Basic/38-07-4/Repeat Violation/Warning
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. -ladies restroom.
Basic/31B-04-4/Warning
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, or dust. -shelving in dry storage area. -container lids soiled, dry storage area. -heavy buildup of grease under and on cooking equipment. -heavy buildup of grease on shelving in kitchen.
Basic/23-03-4/Warning
Soiled dry wiping cloth in use. -soiled wiping cloth wrapped around door handle on walk in cooler.
Basic/21-10-4/Warning
Stored food not covered. -salt container and tortillas in dry storage area.
Basic/08B-12-5/Warning
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed under water that was barely running/dripping.
Basic/06-08-5/Warning
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Basic/42-01-4/Warning
May 23, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

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

0 High priority2 Intermediate6 Basic
Show 8 findings ▾
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled.
Intermediate/41-17-4/Repeat Violation/Warning/Return visit May 23, 2025 · Time Extended
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink in kitchen.
Intermediate/27-16-4/Warning/Return visit May 23, 2025 · Time Extended
Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing in kitchen.
Basic/36-03-4/Repeat Violation/Warning/Return visit May 23, 2025 · Time Extended
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
Basic/32-12-6/Warning/Return visit May 23, 2025 · Time Extended
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair in kitchen.
Basic/36-17-5/Warning/Return visit May 23, 2025 · Time Extended
Floors not maintained smooth and durable. -deep grout lines between tiles in kitchen and dish washing area.
Basic/36-11-4/Repeat Violation/Warning/Return visit May 23, 2025 · Time Extended
Lights in warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers.
Basic/38-07-4/Warning/Return visit May 23, 2025 · Time Extended
Standing water in missing tiles at cookline.
Basic/36-22-4/Warning/Return visit May 23, 2025 · Time Extended
May 22, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection

Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 21 violations recorded, 6 high priority.

6 High priority3 Intermediate12 Basic
Show 21 findings ▾
3 Live, small flying insects found in kitchen.
High priority/35A-02-7/Repeat Violation/Warning
Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. -refried beans in walk in cooler between 54°f and 56°f. Cooked and placed in cooler yesterday. -cooked carnitas at 48°f in walk in cooler. Cooked and placed in walk in cooler yesterday.
High priority/03D-02-5/Repeat Violation/Admin Complaint
Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 70 degrees Fahrenheit within two hours and from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within six hours. See stop sale. -refried beans in walk in cooler between 54°f and 56°f. Cooked and placed in cooler yesterday. -cooked carnitas at 48°f in walk in cooler. Cooked and placed in walk in cooler yesterday.
High priority/01B-36-5/Repeat Violation/Warning
Metal stem-type thermometer soiled.
High priority/22-12-5/Warning
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. -all foods in cookline reach in cooler between 46°f and 53°f. All foods in cooler overnight. -chorizo 48°f -beef 47°f -pork 48°f -beef 50°f, -shredded cheese 53°f -shredded pork 53°f
High priority/01B-02-5/Repeat Violation/Admin Complaint
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. -all foods in cookline reach in cooler between 46°f and 53°f. All foods in cooler overnight. -chorizo 48°f -beef 47°f -pork 48°f -beef 50°f, -shredded cheese 53°f -shredded pork 53°f
High priority/03A-02-5/Warning
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. -refried beans in walk in cooler.
Intermediate/02C-02-5
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled.
Intermediate/41-17-4/Repeat Violation/Warning
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink in kitchen.
Intermediate/27-16-4/Warning
Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing in kitchen.
Basic/36-03-4/Repeat Violation/Warning
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
Basic/32-12-6/Warning
Duct tape used to repair microwave door handle.
Basic/14-71-4/Warning
Employee drinking from an unenclosed beverage container in a food preparation/clean dishware area and the container does not have a dispensing mechanism to prevent hand contact with lip contact area of drink container.
Basic/12B-12-5/Warning
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting.
Basic/24-08-4/Repeat Violation/Warning
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris in dry storage area.
Basic/36-73-4/Warning
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair in kitchen.
Basic/36-17-5/Warning
Floors not maintained smooth and durable. -deep grout lines between tiles in kitchen and dish washing area.
Basic/36-11-4/Repeat Violation/Warning
Lights in warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers.
Basic/38-07-4/Warning
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. -reach in cooler at cookline.
Basic/05-09-4/Warning
Standing water in missing tiles at cookline.
Basic/36-22-4/Warning
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. -ground beef thawing at room temperature.
Basic/06-01-5/Warning
Jan 2, 2025Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection

Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 6 violations recorded.

0 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
Show 6 findings ▾
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/Return visit Nov 1, 2024 · Time Extended/Return visit Jan 2, 2025 · Admin Complaint
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.
Intermediate/53B-13-5/Return visit Nov 1, 2024 · Time Extended/Return visit Jan 2, 2025 · Admin Complaint
Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken in several locations.
Basic/36-03-4/Warning/Return visit Nov 1, 2024 · Time Extended/Return visit Jan 2, 2025 · Time Extended
Floor tiles broken in dish wash area.
Basic/36-17-5/Warning/Return visit Nov 1, 2024 · Time Extended/Return visit Jan 2, 2025 · Time Extended
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. -reach in cooler at cookline.
Basic/14-33-4/Warning/Return visit Nov 1, 2024 · Time Extended/Return visit Jan 2, 2025 · Time Extended
Water leaking from faucet/handle at cookline handwashing sink.
Basic/29-11-4/Warning/Return visit Nov 1, 2024 · Time Extended/Return visit Jan 2, 2025 · Time Extended
Nov 1, 2024Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection

A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.

0 High priority4 Intermediate7 Basic
Show 11 findings ▾
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/Return visit Nov 1, 2024 · Time Extended
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.
Intermediate/53B-13-5/Return visit Nov 1, 2024 · Time Extended
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. -spray bottle containing bleach not labeled.
Intermediate/41-17-4/Warning/Return visit Nov 1, 2024 · Time Extended
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink.
Intermediate/27-16-4/Repeat Violation/Warning/Return visit Nov 1, 2024 · Time Extended
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. -microwave door handle soiled.
Basic/23-24-4/Warning/Return visit Nov 1, 2024 · Time Extended
Ceiling leaking in dining room.
Basic/36-32-5/Warning/Return visit Nov 1, 2024 · Time Extended
Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken in several locations.
Basic/36-03-4/Warning/Return visit Nov 1, 2024 · Time Extended
Floor tiles broken in dish wash area.
Basic/36-17-5/Warning/Return visit Nov 1, 2024 · Time Extended
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, or dust. -wire shelving in dish wash area encrusted with grease/debris.
Basic/23-03-4/Warning/Return visit Nov 1, 2024 · Time Extended
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. -reach in cooler at cookline.
Basic/14-33-4/Warning/Return visit Nov 1, 2024 · Time Extended
Water leaking from faucet/handle at cookline handwashing sink.
Basic/29-11-4/Warning/Return visit Nov 1, 2024 · Time Extended
Oct 31, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 23 recorded, 8 high priority.

8 High priority4 Intermediate11 Basic
Show 23 findings ▾
1 Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area.
High priority/35A-02-6/Warning
Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. -shredded chicken at 51°f in walk in cooler. Cooked and placed in walk in cooler yesterday.
High priority/03D-02-5/Warning
Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 70 degrees Fahrenheit within two hours and from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within six hours. See stop sale. -shredded chicken at 51°f in walk in cooler. Cooked and placed in walk in cooler yesterday.
High priority/01B-36-5/Warning
Employee handled soiled equipment or utensils and then handled clean equipment or utensils without washing hands.
High priority/12A-13-4/Warning
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. -chicken soup in walk in cooler dated 10/22.
High priority/02C-01-5/Warning
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food not consumed/sold within 7 days after opening/preparation. See stop sale. Chicken soup in walk in cooler dated 10/22.
High priority/01B-24-5/Warning
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. -walk in cooler: raw beef 44°f, raw chicken 44°f, pork 44°f, chicken soup 44°f.
High priority/03A-02-5/Warning
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. -can of spray paint stored over clean dishes.
High priority/41-10-4/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.
Intermediate/11-26-1
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.
Intermediate/53B-13-5
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. -spray bottle containing bleach not labeled.
Intermediate/41-17-4/Warning
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink.
Intermediate/27-16-4/Repeat Violation/Warning
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. -microwave door handle soiled.
Basic/23-24-4/Warning
Ceiling leaking in dining room.
Basic/36-32-5/Warning
Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken in several locations.
Basic/36-03-4/Warning
Dead roaches on premises. -1 dead roach in dry storage area.
Basic/35A-03-4/Warning
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils.
Basic/12B-07-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting.
Basic/24-08-4/Warning
Floor tiles broken in dish wash area.
Basic/36-17-5/Warning
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, or dust. -wire shelving in dish wash area encrusted with grease/debris.
Basic/23-03-4/Warning
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. -reach in cooler at cookline.
Basic/14-33-4/Warning
Water leaking from faucet/handle at cookline handwashing sink.
Basic/29-11-4/Warning
employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers.
Basic/12B-13-4/Warning
Apr 23, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation

Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

0 High priority3 Intermediate7 Basic
Show 10 findings ▾
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.
Intermediate/53B-13-5
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. -cooked chicken wings in reach in cooler.
Intermediate/02C-02-5
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink at cookline.
Intermediate/27-16-5
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair in kitchen over prep area.
Basic/36-32-5
Cove molding in disrepair under handwash sink at cookline.
Basic/36-08-4
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils.
Basic/12B-07-4/Corrected On-Site
Employee drinking from an unenclosed beverage container in a food preparation/clean dishware area and the container does not have a dispensing mechanism to prevent hand contact with lip contact area of drink container.
Basic/12B-12-5/Corrected On-Site
Floor area(s) covered with standing water in walk in cooler.
Basic/36-22-4
Interior of microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.
Basic/22-08-4
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -food debris under microwave.
Basic/23-03-4
Apr 23, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

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

0 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Floor area(s) covered with standing water. -warewashing area -corridor outside warewashing area inside warewashing area directly in front of dish machine. Manager had employee use squeegee to push wastewater into nearby grease trap drain under machine.
Basic/36-22-4/Warning/Return visit Apr 23, 2024 · Time Extended
Hole in or other damage to wall. -wall in disrepair/bowing neat entrance at back door
Basic/36-24-5/Return visit Apr 23, 2024 · Time Extended
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Basic/14-17-4/Return visit Apr 23, 2024 · Time Extended
Apr 8, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 28 recorded, 7 high priority.

7 High priority7 Intermediate14 Basic
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Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. 0-10ppm, rechecked 4 times
High priority/22-41-4/Warning
Employee switched from working with raw food to ready-to-eat food without washing hands. -employee on cook line handled portioned bag of raw poultry prior to handling bag of tortilla shells without washing hands between handling raw and ready to eat food.
High priority/12A-12-4
Food stored in ice used for drinks. See stop sale. -squeeze bottles stored inside drink ice at bar, next to ice scoop. Ice must be discarded prior to refilling for beverages. Advised to keep squeeze bottles inside of a nearby cooler for convenience.
High priority/08B-56-4
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
High priority/50-17-3
Stop Sale issued due to adulteration of food product. -ice inside well
High priority/01B-03-5
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. -salsa prepared previous day brought out 1 hour prior to inspection, 46F in middle, 66F at edge held inside inadequate ice bath. Reviewed time as public health control option available for this process. Manager stated plan to address by using smaller batches in future to allow for more adequate ice bath temperature control.
High priority/03A-02-5
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. -reheated refried beans 113-169F at steam table across from stove. Employee reheated during inspection
High priority/03B-01-6/Corrective Action Taken
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. -hand sink not accessible due to employee storing stacked salsa/dip containers inside basin
Intermediate/31A-09-4/Corrected On-Site
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. -significant amount of food debris inside hand sink with pan of prepped food resting on top of basin to sink -employee drained potatoes into hand wash sink
Intermediate/31A-11-4
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. -jessica
Intermediate/53A-01-7
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/ -manager could not locate certificate
Intermediate/53A-05-6
Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels. -mens restroom
Intermediate/31B-05-4/Corrected On-Site
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. -cut tomatoes from previous day inside walk in cooler without date mark
Intermediate/02C-02-5
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. -purple chemical inside unlabeled spray bottle on cook line
Intermediate/41-17-4
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Basic/22-20-5
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance.
Basic/36-34-5
Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. -near access to kitchen from server/expo area
Basic/36-03-4
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. -cell phone on countertop in front of pan of refried beans on cook line
Basic/40-06-5/Corrected On-Site
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. -warewashing area -corridor outside warewashing area inside warewashing area directly in front of dish machine. Manager had employee use squeegee to push wastewater into nearby grease trap drain under machine.
Basic/36-22-4/Warning
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. -behind some cooking equipment -inside bar under countertops in some areas
Basic/36-73-4
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. -warewashing area Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. -prep area
Basic/36-17-5
Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. -inside walk ins
Basic/08B-47-4/Corrected On-Site
Food stored in a location that is exposed to splash. -prepped potatoes uncovered on top of basin to hand sink on cook lne
Basic/08B-36-4/Corrected On-Site
Grease on the ground and/or pad around grease receptacle. Grease receptacle lid open, broken, or missing. Open dumpster lid.
Basic/33-20-4/Warning
Hole in or other damage to wall. -wall in disrepair/bowing neat entrance at back door
Basic/36-24-5
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -old air curtain/blower above back exit door at kitchen
Basic/23-03-4
Stored food not covered inside dry storage area.
Basic/08B-12-5
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Basic/14-17-4
Nov 17, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 32 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

7 High priority5 Intermediate20 Basic
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Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. 0-25ppm, ran multiple times during inspection, manager corrected line inside sanitizer bucket feeding into unit. 100ppm.
High priority/22-41-4/Corrected On-Site
Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. -to go bag used for direct contact with raw pork
High priority/14-31-5
Nonfood-grade containers used for food storage - direct contact with food. -brute bins used for direct contact with rice, beans
High priority/14-15-4
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse.
High priority/01B-02-5
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. -shredded cheese 46-47F, raw shrimp 49F, pork 54F inside makeline cooler acroas from grills. Manager stated 3.5 hours, see stop sale due to rate of growth. Raw seafood 47F.
High priority/03A-02-5/Repeat Violation
Time/temperature control for safety food prepared from/mixed with ingredient(s) at ambient temperature not cooled to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 4 hours. -house salsa, manager stated made 3.5 hours prior 57F on top of improper ice bath. See stop sale for rate of growth.
High priority/03D-06-5/Corrective Action Taken
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. -cooke rice, 125F in double pan set up on steam table. Cooked and placed on line 2 hours prior. Manager added water to other pan for double boil. Manager reheated to 165F
High priority/03B-01-6
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.
Intermediate/11-27-4/Corrected On-Site
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. -can opener blade
Intermediate/22-02-4
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. -blocked by large trash can
Intermediate/31A-09-4/Corrected On-Site
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink.
Intermediate/31B-02-4/Corrected On-Site
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. -multiple items inside walk in cooler, manager had employee correct dates
Intermediate/02C-02-5/Corrected On-Site
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
Basic/16-21-4
Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. -dry storage
Basic/36-03-4
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
Basic/32-12-5
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. -cell phone on back prep table next to pots
Basic/40-06-5/Corrected On-Site
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. -inside broken tiles in back prep area -warewashing area
Basic/36-22-4
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. -small tiles in back prep area near floor drain
Basic/36-17-5
Frozen time/temperature control for safety food being slacked at room temperature is no longer frozen solid. -outer portion of pork, 42F. Advised to thaw in refrigerator ahead of time or use cold running water
Basic/06-06-5
Grease on the ground and/or pad around grease receptacle.
Basic/33-20-4
Grease receptacle lid open.
Basic/33-29-4
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer.
Basic/14-69-4
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment.
Basic/10-17-4/Corrected On-Site
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -wire rack above makeline cooler on cook line
Basic/23-03-4
Objectionable odors in areas of the establishment. -beer cooler in bar
Basic/36-64-5
Open dumpster lid.
Basic/33-16-4
Soiled dry wiping cloth in use.
Basic/21-10-4
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler.
Basic/29-49-6
Stored food not covered. -sheet tray of peppers inside wall in freezer
Basic/08B-12-5
Walk-in freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Basic/14-17-4
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. -3 compartment sink
Basic/29-11-4
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. -bulk sugar container
Basic/02D-01-5/Corrected On-Site

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