Pepper Pot Restaurant in Jacksonville
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4233 Brentwood Ave, Jacksonville, FL 32206Pepper Pot Restaurant in Jacksonville has accumulated 160 violations across 21 inspections since 2016, averaging 7.6 violations per inspection—nearly 50 percent higher than the Florida statewide average of 5.2. The facility has not experienced an emergency closure. Employee health policy violations were cited in at least 5 inspections, including 4 in the past year, representing a substantial recurring compliance gap. Additional recurring findings include consumer advisory violations, handwashing violations, and approved food source violations. The facility received a $400 disciplinary fine. Fire safety violations were documented twice in 2021, both involving portable fire extinguisher gauges in the red zone near the rear door. The most recent inspection on December 22, 2025 identified 15 violations and was completed with no further action; however, the pattern of repeated employee health policy and consumer advisory violations across multiple inspections over the past year indicates ongoing systemic issues with food safety management and disclosure practices.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Pepper Pot Restaurant in Jacksonville: Comparison to Duval County Averages
Pepper Pot Restaurant in Jacksonville: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $400.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5--2023011660 | $400.00 | Jan 31, 2023 | Fort Lauderdale |
Pepper Pot Restaurant in Jacksonville: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (2)
— 2 fire violations
— Routine - Food · 45-02-4 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food · 45-02-4 · Administrative complaint recommended
Pepper Pot Restaurant in Jacksonville: Full Inspection History — DBPR (21)
— 4 inspections14 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 5 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 3 inspections9 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections19 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 14 violations (10 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— 2 inspections23 violations · 16 high priority
— Routine - Food· 14 violations (9 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections19 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 11 violations (8 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— 3 inspections23 violations · 18 high priority
— Routine - Food· 15 violations (11 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 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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— 2 inspections13 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 2 inspections14 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 1 inspection6 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Pepper Pot Restaurant in Jacksonville: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Pepper Pot Restaurant in Jacksonville last inspected?
- Pepper Pot Restaurant in Jacksonville was last inspected by Florida DBPR on December 22, 2025. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- What are the most common violations at Pepper Pot Restaurant in Jacksonville?
- The most frequently cited violations at Pepper Pot Restaurant in Jacksonville are: Consumer advisory, Proper ventilation, Time as control.
- How many health inspections has Pepper Pot Restaurant in Jacksonville had?
- Pepper Pot Restaurant in Jacksonville has had 21 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 7.6 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Pepper Pot Restaurant in Jacksonville find?
- Pepper Pot Restaurant in Jacksonville was most recently inspected on December 22, 2025 with 5 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Pepper Pot Restaurant in Jacksonville ever been shut down?
- No, Pepper Pot Restaurant in Jacksonville has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- What does Florida violation V02 (Employee health policy) mean?
- Violation 02 (Employee health policy) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/02.
- What does Florida violation V10 (Approved food source) mean?
- Violation 10 (Approved food source) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/10.
- What does Florida violation V22 (Consumer advisory) mean?
- Violation 22 (Consumer advisory) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/22.
- Has Pepper Pot Restaurant in Jacksonville had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, Pepper Pot Restaurant in Jacksonville has 2 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has Pepper Pot Restaurant in Jacksonville faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Pepper Pot Restaurant in Jacksonville has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $400.00 in fines.
- How much has Pepper Pot Restaurant in Jacksonville been fined?
- Pepper Pot Restaurant in Jacksonville 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).
Editorial Process: Content generated using AI to synthesize complex regulatory data, then reviewed and verified for accuracy by our editorial team.
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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