PEPPIS PIZZERIA INC
4111 N TAMIAMI TRL, Naples FL 34103 · 6590280
Last inspected Aug 20, 2026 · 9 visits since August 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between A and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. cheese pizza (81F - Cold Holding); mozzarella (78F - Cold Holding) food has been out of temperature less than 4 hours per operator.
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Disciplinary actions
1 case · $200
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2025068987 | Aug 26, 2025 | Oct 15, 2025 | $200 |
Inspection history
9 visits, newest first
Aug 20, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 1 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 1 finding
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Operator stated utensils have been in water at opening 11am. Operator removed utensils from water.
Mar 6, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
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Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Bucket stored in handwashing sink. Operator removed the bucket.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled near front counter. Operator labeled the spray bottle.
Bowl with no handle used to dispense sugar. Operator removed the bowl.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Sugar container not labeled at prep area.
Aug 26, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 7 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority4 Intermediate1 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. Dishwasher (Chlorine 0ppm). Operator will use 3 compartment sink until dish machine has proper chlorine strength. Triple Sink (Chlorine 100ppm)
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. cheese pizza (81F - Cold Holding); mozzarella (78F - Cold Holding) food has been out of temperature less than 4 hours per operator.
Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served. Clam and mussel tags are not marked with the last date sold.
Food being cooled by nonapproved method as evidenced by inadequate rate of cooling during time of inspection. A container of frozen ham was placed behind dish machine for thawing, no evidence of liquid contamination observed. Operator placed in freezer.
No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Time/temperature is being used for pizzas in front counter, time is marked, but no written plan available upon inspection. A copy of time/temperature control provided to operator.
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. Needed training for: Yosman, Michela.
Food stored in a location that is exposed to splash/dust. A container of frozen ham was placed behind dish machine for thawing, no evidence of liquid contamination observed. Operator placed in freezer.
Mar 24, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 13 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
5 High priority4 Intermediate4 Basic
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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. Observed an employee handle soiled dishware then handle clean drinking cups without washing hands. The employee was educated on proper handwashing procedures.
Employee washed hands with no soap. The employee rewashed hands.
Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed black plastic non-food grade bags in direct contact with pizza dough.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed butter (61F - Cold Holding) in the kitchen. The operator stated the butter had been held for approximately 2 hours. The operator placed the butter in a reach in freezer.
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed the can opener soiled with food debris.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap at the handwashing sink in the kitchen. The operator provided soap for the hand sink.
No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Observed pizza held at time as public health control. Employees were unable to locate the written procedures.
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.
Can opener blade not kept sharp - observed metal shavings.
Dishware dried with a towel/cloth after removed from the dishmachine.
No waste receptacle installed at handwash sink provided with disposable towels in the kitchen.
Wiping cloth quaternary sanitizing solution stored on the floor in the kitchen.
Sep 6, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Aug 29, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 5 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
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Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. In dry storage room, observed one dented can of pizza sauce. Operator moved can away from storage.
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. Dishwasher (Chlorine 0ppm); Triple Sink (Quaternary 200ppm)
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener blade is soiled.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. In kitchen, Hand washing sink blocked by a Reach in cooler.
Damaged/spoiled/recalled food not properly segregated. In dry storage room, observed one dented can of pizza sauce. Operator moved can away from storage.
Jan 24, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. In walk in cooler, observed raw shell eggs, raw sausage and raw beef, being stored over salad dressings. Operator rearranged products
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener has accumulated debris
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. At back door of restaurant.
Aug 28, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
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- From initial inspection : Observed electrical wiring in disrepair. For reporting purposes only. Near top of walk-in cooler, exposed wires from air handler
Aug 22, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 3 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority0 Intermediate0 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. Dishwasher (Chlorine 0ppm) Operator changed empty bucket with a new one Secondary test; Dishwasher (Chlorine 50ppm)
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. At front counter held overnight, Per Operator cooked onions (53F - Cold Holding); cooked meatballs (52F - Cold Holding); fresh mozzarella (50F - Cold Holding); cut ham (55F - Cold Holding); raw sausage (55F - Cold Holding) Operator discarded products
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. At front counter in reach in refrigerator since last night, Per Operator cooked onions (53F - Cold Holding); cooked meatballs (52F - Cold Holding); fresh mozzarella (50F - Cold Holding); cut ham (55F - Cold Holding); raw sausage (55F - Cold Holding) Operator discarded products
Observed electrical wiring in disrepair. For reporting purposes only. Near top of walk-in cooler, exposed wires from air handler
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.