Peppers Mexican Grill and Cantina in Panama City Beach
Last inspected:
11580 Panama City Beach Pkwy, Panama City Beach, FL 32407Peppers Mexican Grill and Cantina was emergency-closed on October 19, 2022 for roach activity. The facility has recorded 11 inspections and 40 total violations since 2022, averaging 3.6 violations per inspection—below the Florida statewide average of 5.2. High-priority violations have included employee health policy, proper hand and arm washing, toxic substance control, chemical storage, proper cooking temperatures, and consumer advisory failures. The facility has been subject to 2 disciplinary actions totaling $600 in fines. The most recent inspection on September 5, 2025 was completed with no further action required.
Most recent closure: October 19, 2022 for roach activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Peppers Mexican Grill and Cantina in Panama City Beach: Comparison to Bay County Averages
Peppers Mexican Grill and Cantina in Panama City Beach: Emergency Closure History (1)
Peppers Mexican Grill and Cantina in Panama City Beach: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (2)
Total fines on record: $600.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6--2023028863 | $200.00 | May 12, 2023 | Fort Lauderdale | |
| 6--2022052716 | $400.00 | Oct 19, 2022 | Miami (Doral) |
Peppers Mexican Grill and Cantina in Panama City Beach: Full Inspection History — DBPR (12)
— 1 inspection6 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection2 violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 2 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 1 inspection12 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections11 violations · 6 high priority
— Complaint Partial· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Partial· 1 violations · Administrative complaint recommended
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 5 inspections7 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Emergency Order Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Partial· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— 1 inspection0 violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
Peppers Mexican Grill and Cantina in Panama City Beach: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Peppers Mexican Grill and Cantina in Panama City Beach last inspected?
- Peppers Mexican Grill and Cantina in Panama City Beach was last inspected by Florida DBPR on May 12, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- When was Peppers Mexican Grill and Cantina in Panama City Beach last shut down?
- Peppers Mexican Grill and Cantina in Panama City Beach was last shut down on October 19, 2022 for roach 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 Panama City Beach?
- The most frequently cited violations at Peppers Mexican Grill and Cantina in Panama City Beach are: Clean multi-use utensils, Single-use items, Proper hand/arm washing.
- How many health inspections has Peppers Mexican Grill and Cantina in Panama City Beach had?
- Peppers Mexican Grill and Cantina in Panama City Beach has had 12 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 4.1 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Peppers Mexican Grill and Cantina in Panama City Beach find?
- Peppers Mexican Grill and Cantina in Panama City Beach was most recently inspected on May 12, 2026 with 9 violation(s), including 4 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Peppers Mexican Grill and Cantina in Panama City Beach ever been shut down?
- Yes, Peppers Mexican Grill and Cantina in Panama City Beach has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- What does Florida violation V01 (Management awareness) mean?
- Violation 01 (Management awareness) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/01.
- 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 V08 (Proper hand/arm washing) mean?
- Violation 08 (Proper hand/arm washing) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/08.
- Has Peppers Mexican Grill and Cantina in Panama City Beach faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Peppers Mexican Grill and Cantina in Panama City Beach has 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $600.00 in fines.
- How much has Peppers Mexican Grill and Cantina in Panama City Beach been fined?
- Peppers Mexican Grill and Cantina in Panama City Beach has been fined a total of $600.00 across 2 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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