Peppers Mexican Grill and Cantina in Ormond Beach
Last inspected:
794 S Atlantic Ave, Ormond Beach, FL 32176Peppers Mexican Grill and Cantina in Ormond Beach has accumulated 682 violations across 45 inspections since 2016, averaging 15.2 per visit. The facility was shut down once for rodent activity. Recent inspections show a pattern of repeated non-compliance, with administrative complaints recommended in May and September 2025 despite back-to-back call-back inspections. The most frequently cited violations involve ventilation, food contact surfaces, and toilet facilities.
Most recent closure: January 11, 2021 for rodent activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Peppers Mexican Grill and Cantina in Ormond Beach: Comparison to Volusia County Averages
This Facility
15.3
violations / inspection
15.3 violations per inspection
Volusia County Avg
5.87
violations / inspection
5.87 county average
This Facility
1
emergency closures
1 closures
Volusia County Avg
0.18
closures / facility
0.18 county average
Peppers Mexican Grill and Cantina in Ormond Beach: Emergency Closure History (1)
Peppers Mexican Grill and Cantina in Ormond Beach: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (5)
Total fines on record: $2,285.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4--2026006411 | $800.00 | Sep 24, 2025 | Fort Lauderdale | |
| 4--2025048104 | $800.00 | May 22, 2025 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 4--2025007976 | $225.00 | Jan 2, 2025 | Fort Lauderdale | |
| 4--2023053888 | $160.00 | Jun 26, 2023 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 4--2021003742 | $300.00 | Jan 11, 2021 | Miami (Doral) |
Peppers Mexican Grill and Cantina in Ormond Beach: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (2)
— 2 fire violations
— Routine - Food · Call Back - Complied
Inspector Observation: - From initial inspection : Observed scorch marks around electrical outlet. For reporting purposes only. - From follow-up inspection 2026-04-15:
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 · Warning Issued
Inspector Observation: Observed scorch marks around electrical outlet. For reporting purposes only.
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.
Peppers Mexican Grill and Cantina in Ormond Beach: Full Inspection History — DBPR (47)
— 2 inspections30 violations · 16 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 22 violations (13 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 5 inspections59 violations · 29 high priority
— Complaint Full· 11 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Complaint Full· 23 violations (12 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 5 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 15 violations (10 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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— 5 inspections46 violations · 27 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Routine - Food· 14 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Complaint Full· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 15 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 6 inspections92 violations · 52 high priority
— Routine - Food· 18 violations (12 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 16 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Food-Licensing Inspection· 16 violations (9 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 11 violations (5 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Routine - Food· 25 violations (15 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 3 inspections32 violations · 18 high priority
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 14 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 9 inspections91 violations · 48 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (5 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 16 violations (10 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Complaint Full· 5 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Complaint Full· 14 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 15 violations (10 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Time Extension
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— Routine - Food· 16 violations (8 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
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— 2 inspections20 violations · 8 high priority
— Complaint Full· 10 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 10 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections31 violations · 16 high priority
— Complaint Full· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 7 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 14 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 4 inspections27 violations · 16 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 15 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 5 inspections22 violations · 13 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· 13 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 3 inspections9 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
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Peppers Mexican Grill and Cantina in Ormond Beach: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Peppers Mexican Grill and Cantina in Ormond Beach last inspected?
- Peppers Mexican Grill and Cantina in Ormond Beach was last inspected by Florida DBPR on April 15, 2026. The result was: Call Back - Complied.
- When was Peppers Mexican Grill and Cantina in Ormond Beach last shut down?
- Peppers Mexican Grill and Cantina in Ormond Beach was last shut down on January 11, 2021 for rodent 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 Peppers Mexican Grill and Cantina in Ormond Beach?
- The most frequently cited violations at Peppers Mexican Grill and Cantina in Ormond Beach are: Proper ventilation, Food contact surfaces, Toilet facilities.
- How many health inspections has Peppers Mexican Grill and Cantina in Ormond Beach had?
- Peppers Mexican Grill and Cantina in Ormond Beach has had 47 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 15.3 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Peppers Mexican Grill and Cantina in Ormond Beach find?
- Peppers Mexican Grill and Cantina in Ormond Beach was most recently inspected on April 15, 2026 with 11 violation(s). Disposition: Call Back - Complied.
- Has Peppers Mexican Grill and Cantina in Ormond Beach ever been shut down?
- Yes, Peppers Mexican Grill and Cantina in Ormond Beach has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- 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 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.
- What does Florida violation V23 (Chemical properly stored) mean?
- Violation 23 (Chemical properly stored) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/23.
- Has Peppers Mexican Grill and Cantina in Ormond Beach had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, Peppers Mexican Grill and Cantina in Ormond Beach has 2 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has Peppers Mexican Grill and Cantina in Ormond Beach faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Peppers Mexican Grill and Cantina in Ormond Beach has 5 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $2,285.00 in fines.
- How much has Peppers Mexican Grill and Cantina in Ormond Beach been fined?
- Peppers Mexican Grill and Cantina in Ormond Beach has been fined a total of $2,285.00 across 5 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.
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