Papi Pincho in Groveland
Last inspected:
133 E. Orange St, Groveland, FL 34736Papi Pincho in Groveland has accumulated 170 violations across 27 inspections since 2016, averaging 6.3 per visit. The facility has operated under two names at the same address, with a persistent fire safety violation: improper use of household fryers to cook plantains without proper hood suppression systems, cited repeatedly from 2016 through 2017 under both Papi's Pinchos and Papi Pincho. The restaurant faced one disciplinary action resulting in a $680 fine. Recent enforcement shows a spike in October 2025, with 15 violations and 7 high-priority citations issued on October 7, followed by a compliance callback on October 9.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Papi Pincho in Groveland: Comparison to Lake County Averages
This Facility
6.6
violations / inspection
6.6 violations per inspection
Lake County Avg
6.29
violations / inspection
6.29 county average
This Facility
0
emergency closures
0 closures
Lake County Avg
0.08
closures / facility
0.08 county average
Papi Pincho in Groveland: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $680.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4--2015037194 | $680.00 | Jul 16, 2015 | Jacksonville |
Papi Pincho in Groveland: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (6)
— 2 fire violations
— Routine - Food · 45-04-4 · Call Back - Complied
Inspector Observation: - From inspection on 2017-08-24: Use of cooking equipment producing grease laden vapors/smoke with no hood suppression system installed. Notified Fire AHJ. For reporting purposes only.
* observed plantains being fried in pot of oil, on stove top **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection on 2017-08-28:
Legal Basis: Reporting: (d) The division, or its agent, shall notify the local firesafety authority or the State Fire Marshal of any readily observable violation of a rule adopted under chapter 633 which relates to public lodging establishments or public food establishments, and the identification of such violation does not require any firesafety inspection certification. For reporting purposes only.
— Routine - Food · 45-04-4 · Warning Issued
Inspector Observation: Use of cooking equipment producing grease laden vapors/smoke with no hood suppression system installed. Notified Fire AHJ. For reporting purposes only.
* observed plantains being fried in pot of oil, on stove top **Repeat Violation**
Legal Basis: Reporting: (d) The division, or its agent, shall notify the local firesafety authority or the State Fire Marshal of any readily observable violation of a rule adopted under chapter 633 which relates to public lodging establishments or public food establishments, and the identification of such violation does not require any firesafety inspection certification. For reporting purposes only.
— 3 fire violations
— Routine - Food · 45-04-4 · Call Back - Complied
Inspector Observation: - From inspection on 2016-08-30: Use of cooking equipment producing grease laden vapors/smoke with no hood suppression system installed. Notified Fire AHJ. For reporting purposes only
OBSERVED A SMALL HOUSEHOLD FRYER IN THE PREMISES. OPERATOR STATED THAT IT IS USED TO FRY PLANTAINS. - From follow-up inspection on 2016-10-31:
Legal Basis: Reporting: (d) The division, or its agent, shall notify the local firesafety authority or the State Fire Marshal of any readily observable violation of a rule adopted under chapter 633 which relates to public lodging establishments or public food establishments, and the identification of such violation does not require any firesafety inspection certification. For reporting purposes only.
— Routine - Food · 45-04-4 · Warning Issued
Inspector Observation: Use of cooking equipment producing grease laden vapors/smoke with no hood suppression system installed. Notified Fire AHJ. For reporting purposes only
OBSERVED A SMALL HOUSEHOLD FRYER IN THE PREMISES. OPERATOR STATED THAT IT IS USED TO FRY PLANTAINS.
Legal Basis: Reporting: (d) The division, or its agent, shall notify the local firesafety authority or the State Fire Marshal of any readily observable violation of a rule adopted under chapter 633 which relates to public lodging establishments or public food establishments, and the identification of such violation does not require any firesafety inspection certification. For reporting purposes only.
— Routine - Food · 45-04-4 · Call Back - Complied
Inspector Observation: Use of cooking equipment producing grease laden vapors/smoke with no hood suppression system installed. Notified Fire AHJ. For reporting purposes only.
OBSERVED AN ELECTRIC SMALL OIL FRYER IN USE.
Legal Basis: Reporting: (d) The division, or its agent, shall notify the local firesafety authority or the State Fire Marshal of any readily observable violation of a rule adopted under chapter 633 which relates to public lodging establishments or public food establishments, and the identification of such violation does not require any firesafety inspection certification. For reporting purposes only.
— 1 fire violation
— Routine - Food · 45-04-4 · Warning Issued
Inspector Observation: Use of cooking equipment producing grease laden vapors/smoke with no hood suppression system installed. Notified Fire AHJ. For reporting purposes only.
OBSERVED AN ELECTRIC SMALL OIL FRYER IN USE.
Legal Basis: Reporting: (d) The division, or its agent, shall notify the local firesafety authority or the State Fire Marshal of any readily observable violation of a rule adopted under chapter 633 which relates to public lodging establishments or public food establishments, and the identification of such violation does not require any firesafety inspection certification. For reporting purposes only.
Papi Pincho in Groveland: Full Inspection History — DBPR (29)
— 2 inspections19 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 16 violations (12 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections22 violations · 16 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections13 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections13 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections28 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations · Call Back - Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 17 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections4 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections10 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 3 inspections11 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 4 inspections2 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— 3 inspections23 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections16 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations · Call Back - Complied
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
Papi Pincho in Groveland: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Papi Pincho in Groveland last inspected?
- Papi Pincho in Groveland was last inspected by Florida DBPR on May 5, 2026. The result was: Call Back - Complied.
- What are the most common violations at Papi Pincho in Groveland?
- The most frequently cited violations at Papi Pincho in Groveland are: Employee health reporting, Proper hand/arm washing, Food contact surfaces.
- How many health inspections has Papi Pincho in Groveland had?
- Papi Pincho in Groveland has had 29 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 6.6 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Papi Pincho in Groveland find?
- Papi Pincho in Groveland was most recently inspected on May 5, 2026 with 3 violation(s). Disposition: Call Back - Complied.
- Has Papi Pincho in Groveland ever been shut down?
- No, Papi Pincho in Groveland has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- What does Florida violation V11 (Food in good condition) mean?
- Violation 11 (Food in good condition) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/11.
- 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 V36 (Proper ventilation) mean?
- Violation 36 (Proper ventilation) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/36.
- Has Papi Pincho in Groveland had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, Papi Pincho in Groveland has 6 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has Papi Pincho in Groveland faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Papi Pincho in Groveland has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $680.00 in fines.
- How much has Papi Pincho in Groveland been fined?
- Papi Pincho in Groveland has been fined a total of $680.00 across 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
- Has Papi Pincho in Groveland operated under other names?
- Yes, this location previously operated as: Papi's Pinchos (2015-2016).
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