Peppers Mexican Grill and Cantina in Panama City
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2061 Martin Luther King Jr Blvd, Panama City, FL 32405Peppers Mexican Grill and Cantina in Panama City has accumulated 191 violations across 31 inspections since 2016, averaging 6.2 violations per inspection—significantly above Florida's statewide average of 5.2. The facility experienced one emergency closure on August 16, 2017 for roach activity. In July 2024 and July 2025, the facility was cited for multiple high-priority violations including employee health reporting failures, improper chemical storage, water supply deficiencies, and handwashing violations. A disciplinary action resulted in $400 in fines. Fire safety violations were documented in July 2025 for electrical wiring in disrepair and previously in 2022 for a portable fire extinguisher gauge in the red zone. Most recent inspections in July and August 2025 found high-priority water supply violations requiring callback compliance, with the August 4, 2025 inspection completed after corrections were made.
Most recent closure: August 16, 2017 for roach activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Peppers Mexican Grill and Cantina in Panama City: Comparison to Bay County Averages
Peppers Mexican Grill and Cantina in Panama City: Emergency Closure History (1)
Peppers Mexican Grill and Cantina in Panama City: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $400.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6--2017040204 | $400.00 | Aug 16, 2017 | Miami (Doral) |
Peppers Mexican Grill and Cantina in Panama City: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (2)
— 1 fire violation
— Complaint Full · Warning Issued
— 1 fire violation
— Routine - Food · 45-02-4 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Peppers Mexican Grill and Cantina in Panama City: Full Inspection History — DBPR (34)
— 3 inspections17 violations · 8 high priority
— Complaint Full· 4 violations (1 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· 13 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 4 inspections19 violations · 14 high priority
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
— Complaint Full· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 5 inspections22 violations · 16 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 4 inspections12 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Partial· 2 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 4 inspections16 violations · 10 high priority
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Partial· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections11 violations · 6 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· 10 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 4 inspections23 violations · 15 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection4 violations · 1 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 5 inspections28 violations · 15 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Time Extension
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 14 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection14 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 14 violations (9 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Peppers Mexican Grill and Cantina in Panama City: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Peppers Mexican Grill and Cantina in Panama City last inspected?
- Peppers Mexican Grill and Cantina in Panama City was last inspected by Florida DBPR on June 2, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- When was Peppers Mexican Grill and Cantina in Panama City last shut down?
- Peppers Mexican Grill and Cantina in Panama City was last shut down on August 16, 2017 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?
- The most frequently cited violations at Peppers Mexican Grill and Cantina in Panama City are: Proper hand/arm washing, Consumer advisory, Clean multi-use utensils.
- How many health inspections has Peppers Mexican Grill and Cantina in Panama City had?
- Peppers Mexican Grill and Cantina in Panama City has had 34 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 6.3 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Peppers Mexican Grill and Cantina in Panama City find?
- Peppers Mexican Grill and Cantina in Panama City was most recently inspected on June 2, 2026 with 4 violation(s), including 1 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Peppers Mexican Grill and Cantina in Panama City ever been shut down?
- Yes, Peppers Mexican Grill and Cantina in Panama City has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- What does Florida violation V14 (Food contact surfaces) mean?
- Violation 14 (Food contact surfaces) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/14.
- What does Florida violation V36 (Proper ventilation) mean?
- Violation 36 (Proper ventilation) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/36.
- What does Florida violation V40 (Wiping cloths usage) mean?
- Violation 40 (Wiping cloths usage) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/40.
- Has Peppers Mexican Grill and Cantina in Panama City had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, Peppers Mexican Grill and Cantina in Panama City has 2 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has Peppers Mexican Grill and Cantina in Panama City faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Peppers Mexican Grill and Cantina in Panama City has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $400.00 in fines.
- How much has Peppers Mexican Grill and Cantina in Panama City been fined?
- Peppers Mexican Grill and Cantina in Panama City 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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