Peppers Mexican Grill and Cantina in Destin
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14073 Emerald Coast Pkwy, Destin, FL 32541Peppers Mexican Grill and Cantina in Destin has accumulated 177 violations across 27 inspections since 2016, averaging 6.6 per visit. The facility has not been shut down but shows a pattern of recurring compliance issues, particularly with food contact surfaces, ventilation, and consumer advisory violations. In April 2025, the restaurant received a warning with 16 violations and three high-priority citations, requiring follow-up inspections over four days. The most recent inspection in December 2025 documented 17 violations, indicating persistent enforcement challenges.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records. This facility has an active inspection record with the Florida DBPR.
Peppers Mexican Grill and Cantina in Destin: Comparison to Okaloosa County Averages
Peppers Mexican Grill and Cantina in Destin: Full Inspection History — DBPR (30)
— 3 inspections9 violations · 6 high priority
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 5 inspections27 violations · 20 high priority
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 5 inspections7 violations · 6 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Partial· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Partial· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
— Complaint Partial· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections12 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections18 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections5 violations · 1 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 5 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— 1 inspection2 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections12 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 4 inspections24 violations · 12 high priority
— Complaint Full· 3 violations · Call Back - Complied
— Complaint Full· 8 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Complaint Full· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections11 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Peppers Mexican Grill and Cantina in Destin: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Peppers Mexican Grill and Cantina in Destin last inspected?
- Peppers Mexican Grill and Cantina in Destin was last inspected by Florida DBPR on September 3, 2026. The result was: Call Back - Complied.
- What are the most common violations at Peppers Mexican Grill and Cantina in Destin?
- The most frequently cited violations at Peppers Mexican Grill and Cantina in Destin are: Consumer advisory, Proper ventilation, Food contact surfaces.
- How many health inspections has Peppers Mexican Grill and Cantina in Destin had?
- Peppers Mexican Grill and Cantina in Destin has had 30 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 6.2 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Peppers Mexican Grill and Cantina in Destin find?
- Peppers Mexican Grill and Cantina in Destin was most recently inspected on September 3, 2026 with 0 violation(s). Disposition: Call Back - Complied.
- Has Peppers Mexican Grill and Cantina in Destin ever been shut down?
- No, Peppers Mexican Grill and Cantina in Destin has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
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Data Source: This report is based on official public inspection records from the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR) and the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS).
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Disclaimer: All data reflects official state records at time of publication. Facilities may have since corrected cited violations, resolved enforcement actions, or changed ownership.
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