D ‘ Pura Cepa in Orlando
Last inspected:
9318 E Colonial Dr A5-6, Orlando, FL 32817D'Pura Cepa in Orlando has operated under multiple names since 2016, including Taka Taka's Cafe and Taka Takas Cafe. Across 37 inspections, the location accumulated 284 violations, averaging 7.7 per visit. The facility was shut down three times for rodent activity and sewage backup. Fire safety records document a persistent hazard: a gas fryer stored outside the hood without suppression system, cited under at least two separate operators across multiple years from 2017 through 2021, along with a locked exit door blocking the dining room north side.
Most recent closure: November 17, 2021 for sewage back up.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
D ‘ Pura Cepa in Orlando: Comparison to Orange County Averages
This Facility
7.7
violations / inspection
7.7 violations per inspection
Orange County Avg
5.9
violations / inspection
5.9 county average
This Facility
3
emergency closures
3 closures
Orange County Avg
0.12
closures / facility
0.12 county average
D ‘ Pura Cepa in Orlando: Emergency Closure History (3)
D ‘ Pura Cepa in Orlando: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (3)
Total fines on record: $1,360.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4--2021056612 | $800.00 | Nov 17, 2021 | Orlando | |
| 4--2020034206 | $400.00 | Jul 10, 2020 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 4--2015034309 | $160.00 | Jun 22, 2015 | Miami (Doral) |
D ‘ Pura Cepa in Orlando: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (5)
— 2 fire violations
— Routine - Food · 46-04-4 · Emergency Order Callback Complied
Inspector Observation: - From initial inspection : Exit door locked. For reporting purposes only.
Exit door from dining room on North side of building, is locked and has table and chair in front of door area - From follow-up inspection 2021-10-08: **Time Extended**
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 · 46-04-4 · Emergency order recommended
Inspector Observation: Exit door locked. For reporting purposes only.
Exit door from dining room on North side of building, is locked and has table and chair in front of door area
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.
— 2 fire violations
— Routine - Food · 45-04-4 · Call Back - Extension given, pending
Inspector Observation: - From initial inspection : Use of cooking equipment producing grease laden vapors/smoke with no hood suppression system installed. Notified Fire AHJ. For reporting purposes only. Gas fryer not under the hood with grease build up - From follow-up inspection 2018-01-17: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2018-02-19: Fryer is present and not under the hood **Time Extended**
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 - Extension given, pending
Inspector Observation: - From initial inspection : Use of cooking equipment producing grease laden vapors/smoke with no hood suppression system installed. Notified Fire AHJ. For reporting purposes only. Gas fryer not under the hood with grease build up - From follow-up inspection 2018-01-17: **Time Extended**
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. Gas fryer not under the hood with grease build up
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.
D ‘ Pura Cepa in Orlando: Full Inspection History — DBPR (37)
— 4 inspections10 violations · 7 high priority
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections9 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections2 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— 6 inspections48 violations · 24 high priority
— Complaint Full· 5 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 11 violations (6 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Partial· 1 violations · Administrative complaint recommended
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (6 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 15 violations (9 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 4 inspections30 violations · 17 high priority
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Emergency Order Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (6 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 4 inspections22 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 4 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 6 inspections44 violations · 21 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 12 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 3 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 17 violations (8 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections33 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 17 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 6 inspections21 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 14 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
D ‘ Pura Cepa in Orlando: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was D ‘ Pura Cepa in Orlando last inspected?
- D ‘ Pura Cepa in Orlando was last inspected by Florida DBPR on October 1, 2025. The result was: Call Back - Complied.
- When was D ‘ Pura Cepa in Orlando last shut down?
- D ‘ Pura Cepa in Orlando was last shut down on November 17, 2021 for sewage back up. This data reflects state records at time of publication. The facility may have since resolved these issues.
- What are the most common violations at D ‘ Pura Cepa in Orlando?
- The most frequently cited violations at D ‘ Pura Cepa in Orlando are: Proper ventilation, Food contact surfaces, Premises clean.
- How many health inspections has D ‘ Pura Cepa in Orlando had?
- D ‘ Pura Cepa in Orlando has had 37 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 7.7 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of D ‘ Pura Cepa in Orlando find?
- D ‘ Pura Cepa in Orlando was most recently inspected on October 1, 2025 with 0 violation(s). Disposition: Call Back - Complied.
- Has D ‘ Pura Cepa in Orlando ever been shut down?
- Yes, D ‘ Pura Cepa in Orlando has been emergency-closed 3 times by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- Has D ‘ Pura Cepa in Orlando had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, D ‘ Pura Cepa in Orlando has 5 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has D ‘ Pura Cepa in Orlando faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, D ‘ Pura Cepa in Orlando has 3 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $1,360.00 in fines.
- How much has D ‘ Pura Cepa in Orlando been fined?
- D ‘ Pura Cepa in Orlando has been fined a total of $1,360.00 across 3 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
- Has D ‘ Pura Cepa in Orlando operated under other names?
- Yes, this location previously operated as: Taka Taka`s Cafe (2017-2018), Taka Takas Cafe (2021-2021).
Nearby Establishments to D ‘ Pura Cepa
Poor Inspection Records Near Orlando
Stories You May Have Missed Orlando
China Lee in Orlando Shut Down for Roaches and Rodents, Its 5th Emergency Closure
Orlando's China Lee was emergency-closed April 28 for roach and rodent activity, its fifth such shutdown since 2018 and …
Editorial Standards & Data Oversight
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.
Editor: All content reviewed and verified by Christopher F. Nesbitt, Sr., Nationally Registered EMT & BU-trained Paralegal.
This page is maintained by FloridaFoodSafety.org and is not affiliated with D ‘ Pura Cepa. How we collect and verify this data.