Pepe's Cafe in Key West
806 Caroline St, Key West, FL 33040
Pepe's Cafe in Key West has accumulated 238 violations across 19 inspections since April 2022, averaging 12.5 violations per inspection—more than double Florida's statewide average of 5.2. High-priority violations dominate the record, with recurring findings including handwashing procedure violations (cited in at least 4 inspections), chemical storage violations (6+ inspections), management awareness failures (4 inspections), time-as-control violations (5+ inspections), and employee health reporting violations (3 recent inspections). The facility received a formal disciplinary action resulting in $400 in fines. Most recent inspections show sustained noncompliance: on July 30, 2025, the facility was found with 48 violations including high-priority toxic substance control, handwashing, management awareness, and chemical storage failures, resulting in a Warning Issued. An August 5, 2025 follow-up inspection documented 27 violations and prompted an admin complaint recommendation. The most recent inspection on November 12, 2025 found 27 violations including high-priority employee health reporting, time-as-control, consumer advisory, and chemical storage failures, though the inspection was completed with no further action.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Last inspected DBPR: November 12, 2025
Pepe's Cafe in Key West: Comparison to Monroe County Averages
Pepe's Cafe in Key West: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $400.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1--2021023879 | $400.00 | Apr 23, 2021 | Tampa |
Pepe's Cafe in Key West: Full Inspection History — DBPR (19)
— 4 inspections42 violations · 35 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 9 violations (8 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 16 violations (14 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 1 inspection5 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 1 inspection5 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections17 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 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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— 4 inspections32 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 5 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Routine - Food· 16 violations (8 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— 1 inspection10 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections18 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 1 inspection9 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections18 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 1 inspection10 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Pepe's Cafe in Key West: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Pepe's Cafe in Key West last inspected?
- Pepe's Cafe in Key West was last inspected by Florida DBPR on November 12, 2025. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- What are the most common violations at Pepe's Cafe in Key West?
- The most frequently cited violations at Pepe's Cafe in Key West are: Proper ventilation, Chemical properly stored, Shell stock requirements.
- How many health inspections has Pepe's Cafe in Key West had?
- Pepe's Cafe in Key West has had 19 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 12.5 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Pepe's Cafe in Key West find?
- Pepe's Cafe in Key West was most recently inspected on November 12, 2025 with 10 violation(s), including 3 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Pepe's Cafe in Key West ever been shut down?
- No, Pepe's Cafe in Key West has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- What does Florida violation V03 (Employee health reporting) mean?
- Violation 03 (Employee health reporting) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/03.
- What does Florida violation V09 (No contamination) mean?
- Violation 09 (No contamination) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/09.
- 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.
- Has Pepe's Cafe in Key West faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Pepe's Cafe in Key West has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $400.00 in fines.
- How much has Pepe's Cafe in Key West been fined?
- Pepe's Cafe in Key West 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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