Don Pepe Mexican Restaurant in Dunnellon
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20744 W Pennsylvania Ave, Dunnellon, FL 34431Don Pepe Mexican Restaurant in Dunnellon has been emergency-closed once, on November 15, 2016, for roach activity. Across 24 inspections since 2016, the facility accumulated 127 violations, averaging 5.3 per inspection — slightly above the Florida statewide average of 5.2. High-priority violations have been recurring, including employee health policy violations (cited in at least 2 of the past 4 inspections), improper hand and arm washing (cited in 3 of the past 5 inspections), chemical storage violations (cited in 5 of the past 7 inspections), and shell stock handling requirements (cited in 6 recent inspections). The facility received one disciplinary action totaling $400 in fines. The most recent inspection on February 9, 2026 documented 24 violations and was completed with no further action required, though a September 2025 inspection resulted in an administrative complaint recommendation.
Most recent closure: November 15, 2016 for roach activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Don Pepe Mexican Restaurant in Dunnellon: Comparison to Marion County Averages
Don Pepe Mexican Restaurant in Dunnellon: Emergency Closure History (1)
Don Pepe Mexican Restaurant in Dunnellon: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $400.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5--2016052952 | $400.00 | Nov 15, 2016 | Miami (Doral) |
Don Pepe Mexican Restaurant in Dunnellon: Full Inspection History — DBPR (24)
— 1 inspection8 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections11 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections12 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 5 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 4 inspections16 violations · 7 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 12 violations (6 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— 2 inspections9 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections12 violations · 9 high priority
— Complaint Full· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection1 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections12 violations · 11 high priority
— Complaint Full· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 2 inspections7 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 1 inspection6 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 4 inspections12 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Emergency Order Callback Complied
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (2 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
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Don Pepe Mexican Restaurant in Dunnellon: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Don Pepe Mexican Restaurant in Dunnellon last inspected?
- Don Pepe Mexican Restaurant in Dunnellon was last inspected by Florida DBPR on February 9, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- When was Don Pepe Mexican Restaurant in Dunnellon last shut down?
- Don Pepe Mexican Restaurant in Dunnellon was last shut down on November 15, 2016 for roach activity. This data reflects state records at time of publication. The facility may have since resolved these issues.
- What are the most common violations at Don Pepe Mexican Restaurant in Dunnellon?
- The most frequently cited violations at Don Pepe Mexican Restaurant in Dunnellon are: Shell stock requirements, Employee health reporting, Employee health policy.
- How many health inspections has Don Pepe Mexican Restaurant in Dunnellon had?
- Don Pepe Mexican Restaurant in Dunnellon has had 24 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 5.3 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Don Pepe Mexican Restaurant in Dunnellon find?
- Don Pepe Mexican Restaurant in Dunnellon was most recently inspected on February 9, 2026 with 9 violation(s), including 1 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Don Pepe Mexican Restaurant in Dunnellon ever been shut down?
- Yes, Don Pepe Mexican Restaurant in Dunnellon has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- What does Florida violation V12 (Shell stock requirements) mean?
- Violation 12 (Shell stock requirements) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/12.
- What does Florida violation V13 (Parasite destruction) mean?
- Violation 13 (Parasite destruction) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/13.
- What does Florida violation V21 (Time as control) mean?
- Violation 21 (Time as control) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/21.
- Has Don Pepe Mexican Restaurant in Dunnellon faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Don Pepe Mexican Restaurant in Dunnellon has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $400.00 in fines.
- How much has Don Pepe Mexican Restaurant in Dunnellon been fined?
- Don Pepe Mexican Restaurant in Dunnellon has been fined a total of $400.00 across 1 disciplinary action(s) 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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