Pepper Lunch in Pinellas Park
Last inspected:
4699 Park Blvd N, Pinellas Park, FL 33781Pepper Lunch in Pinellas Park has been inspected 24 times on DBPR record, accumulating 148 violations between 2016 and April 2026—an average of 6.2 violations per inspection, significantly above Florida's statewide average of 5.2. The facility has not been emergency-closed. A single disciplinary action resulted in $200 in fines.
High-priority violations have been recurrent across the record. Handwashing procedure violations appeared in multiple inspections, including 3 citations on January 30, 2026. Shell stock handling violations were cited at least twice (February 14, 2024 and July 2, 2025). Employee health policy violations were documented on February 14, 2024. On July 2, 2025, the facility received 33 violations in a single inspection, including 3 high-priority findings related to management awareness, food condition, shell stock requirements, time as control, and water supply; an administrative complaint was recommended. The most recent inspection on April 2, 2026 found 4 violations and resulted in an administrative complaint recommendation.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Pepper Lunch in Pinellas Park: Comparison to Pinellas County Averages
Pepper Lunch in Pinellas Park: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $200.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2025067732 | $200.00 | Jul 2, 2025 | Miami (Doral) |
Pepper Lunch in Pinellas Park: Full Inspection History — DBPR (24)
— 2 inspections5 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— 4 inspections12 violations · 6 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· 11 violations (6 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— 1 inspection15 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 15 violations (10 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 1 inspection2 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections7 violations · 6 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— 1 inspection2 violations · 2 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections10 violations · 6 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· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 1 inspection9 violations · 4 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 9 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 8 inspections46 violations · 36 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 14 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
Pepper Lunch in Pinellas Park: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Pepper Lunch in Pinellas Park last inspected?
- Pepper Lunch in Pinellas Park was last inspected by Florida DBPR on April 2, 2026. The result was: Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended.
- What are the most common violations at Pepper Lunch in Pinellas Park?
- The most frequently cited violations at Pepper Lunch in Pinellas Park are: Outer openings protected, Proper hand/arm washing, Food contact surfaces.
- How many health inspections has Pepper Lunch in Pinellas Park had?
- Pepper Lunch in Pinellas Park has had 24 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 6.2 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Pepper Lunch in Pinellas Park find?
- Pepper Lunch in Pinellas Park was most recently inspected on April 2, 2026 with 2 violation(s). Disposition: Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended.
- Has Pepper Lunch in Pinellas Park ever been shut down?
- No, Pepper Lunch in Pinellas Park has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- 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 V53 (Outer openings protected) mean?
- Violation 53 (Outer openings protected) is classified as a basic priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/53.
- Has Pepper Lunch in Pinellas Park faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Pepper Lunch in Pinellas Park has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $200.00 in fines.
- How much has Pepper Lunch in Pinellas Park been fined?
- Pepper Lunch in Pinellas Park has been fined a total of $200.00 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).
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.
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