SENOR PEPPER'S TACOS AND MARISCOS
205 N CENTER ST, Pierson FL 32180 · 386-631-1189
Last inspected Aug 17, 2026 · 10 visits since November 2023
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AUG 26
— STEADY
5 inspections within 12 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Inspection history
10 visits, newest first
Aug 17, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
2 High priority0 Intermediate6 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 8 findingsThe state's own report →
Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. -grocery bags in direct contact with beef and fish in freezers.
Nonfood-grade containers used for food storage - direct contact with food. -rice,beans and peppers stored in nonfood-grade containers.
Ceiling shows water damage in back kitchen area in room with coolers.
Cutting board in front of steam table has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
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Exhaust system operated with filters removed. No means to capture grease and/or condensation to prevent dripping.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. -grease under fryers.
Hole in or other damage to wall. -hole in wall by ice machine.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dust. -wire shelving at cook line soiled.
Aug 6, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 16 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority2 Intermediate11 Basic
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Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. -grocery bags in direct contact with beef and fish in freezers.
Nonfood-grade containers used for food storage - direct contact with food. -rice,beans and peppers stored in nonfood-grade containers.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
Handwash sink in bar area has drain line removed and is not usable.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. -cups and knife in handwashing sink.
Accumulation of black mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine.
Ceiling shows water damage in back kitchen area in room with coolers.
Cutting board in front of steam table has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Exhaust system operated with filters removed. No means to capture grease and/or condensation to prevent dripping.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. -grease under fryers.
Hole in or other damage to wall. -hole in wall by ice machine.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses.
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. -reach in cooler across from flat grill.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dust. -wire shelving at cook line soiled.
Stored food not covered. -container of salt uncovered on dry storage rack.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. -container of salt not labeled.
Mar 23, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 17 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority2 Intermediate12 Basic
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Food-contact surfaces not sanitized after cleaning, before use. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. -raw shell eggs stored over ready to eat foods in reach in cooler.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. -spray bottle with cleaner hanging on cart above takeout containers.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled.
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink in bar area.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. -bowl used to dispense sugar.
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
Dead roaches on premises. -1 dead roach in kitchen.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. -accumulation of grease under cooking equipment.
Food stored on floor. -bag of onions stored on floor in dry storage room.
Hood filter missing from automatic fire suppression/exhaust system.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, or dust. -wires shelving at cook line has accumulation of dust.
Stored food not covered. -container of salt stored uncovered.
Unclean building components, attachments or fixtures. -heavy grease buildup on hood.
Water leaking from pipe under hand wash sink in bar area.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. -sugar container not labeled.
Oct 15, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
1 High priority1 Intermediate10 Basic
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Nonfood-grade containers used for food storage - direct contact with food. -uncooked rice stored in storage tote in dry food storage room.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled.
Accumulation of lime scale on the inside of the dishmachine.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Exhaust system operated with filters removed. No means to capture grease and/or condensation to prevent dripping.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. -under cooking equipment.
Food stored on floor. -bags of flour and sugar in dry storage area.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses.
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, or dust. -wire shelf at cook line soiled with grease and food debris.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. -containers of flour not labeled.
Oct 7, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 18 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority3 Intermediate12 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.
Nonfood-grade containers used for food storage - direct contact with food. -uncooked rice stored in storage tote in dry food storage room.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. -sour cream 61°f in container on ice at cook line. Advised operator to use metal containers and place ice around container.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. -refried beans and shredded chicken in reach in cooler.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled.
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink in bar area.
Accumulation of lime scale on the inside of the dishmachine.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Exhaust system operated with filters removed. No means to capture grease and/or condensation to prevent dripping.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. -under cooking equipment.
Food stored on floor. -bags of flour and sugar in dry storage area.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses.
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, or dust. -wire shelf at cook line soiled with grease and food debris.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. -containers of flour not labeled.
Apr 2, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 14 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
5 High priority1 Intermediate8 Basic
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Container of biofreeze stored above food in kitchen.
Container of cut lemons stored in ice used for drinks.
Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. -queso at 56°f in reach in cooler. Cooked last night, placed in 5 gallon bucket and put in reach in cooler.in cooler overnight.
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. -Queso at 56°f in reach in cooler. Cooked last night, placed in 5 gallon bucket and put in reach in cooler. In cooler overnight.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. -beef broth at 122°f in steam table. Operator stated it was reheated on stove and then placed in steam table 1 hour ago. Unit was not on. Operator began to reheat on stove and turned power on to unit.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. -blender base stored on top of handwash sink at front counter.
Accumulation of lime scale on the inside of the dishmachine.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. -threshold at back door in dish room is rusted through.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of grease under fryer.
Hole in or other damage to wall by cookline.
Hood filter missing from automatic fire suppression/exhaust system.
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees at front counter.
Wall soiled next to cooler by back door soiled with accumulated food debris.
Nov 8, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 16 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority1 Intermediate12 Basic
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Container of medicine improperly stored.
Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. -grocery bags used to store tortillas. -grocery in direct contact with ground beef in hot holding unit.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. -raw chicken stored over raw beef in cooler.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. -handwashing sink at cook line used to store soiled containers.
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense salt.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris under cooking equipment and coolers.
Hole in or other damage to wall at cook line.
Light in room used to store food containers is missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers.
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. -Pepsi brand cooler.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. -handwashing sink by dish machine.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, dust. -wire shelving at cook line soiled with dust.
Single-service articles improperly stored. -case of foil containers in dry storage area.
Stored food not covered. Pepper and salt stored uncovered.
Unclean building components, attachments or fixtures. -wall fan soiled with dust and grease.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
May 8, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 17 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority2 Intermediate13 Basic
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Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. -ground beef in direct contact with grocery bags.
Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. -raw chicken stored over unwashed lemons in reach in cooler.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink at end of cookline.
No soap provided at handwash sink at end of cookline.
Accumulation of lime scale on the inside of the dishmachine.
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris, grease under cooking equipment.
Hole in or other damage to wall at cookline.
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit, reach in cooler at cookline.
Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease by cooking equipment.
Water leaking from pipe under hand wash sink next to dish machine.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Wet wiping cloths used for occasional spills on equipment food- and nonfood-contact surfaces not clean.
Jan 19, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
1 High priority1 Intermediate8 Basic
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Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb by back door.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, tortilla maker.
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Grease receptacle not on proper pad/nonabsorbent surface.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -hood filters soiled with grease. -cooking equipment soiled with grease.
Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors.
Ten (10) foot-candles of light at least 30 inches from floor not provided in dry food storage area.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust in kitchen.
Nov 13, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 25 recorded, 5 high priority.
5 High priority5 Intermediate15 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw shell eggs stored over produce in reach in cooler.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from one another based upon minimum required cooking temperature when stored in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Raw chicken stored next to frozen fish.
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. Salsa at 49°f in reach in cooler. In cooler overnight.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Salsa at 49°f in reach in cooler. In cooler overnight.
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb by back door.
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.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, tortilla maker.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing, scraper stored in hand wash sink.
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.
Bathroom door left open other than during cleaning or maintenance.
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris under cooking equipment.
Food stored on floor, rice in dry storage area.
Garbage can located outside has no lid.
Grease receptacle not on proper pad/nonabsorbent surface.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -hood filters soiled with grease. -cooking equipment soiled with grease.
Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues.
Single-service articles improperly stored.p, case of takeout containers stored on floor.
Ten (10) foot-candles of light at least 30 inches from floor not provided in dry food storage area.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust in kitchen.
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.