Pepes Cantina St Pete in St. Petersburg
Last inspected:
3118 3 Ave N, St. Petersburg, FL 33713Pepe's Cantina in St. Petersburg has accumulated 33 violations across 5 inspections since October 2022, averaging 6.6 violations per inspection—nearly 27% above the statewide average of 5.2. High-priority violations have been cited in four of the five inspections, with hand washing violations and improper food source approval appearing repeatedly across multiple years. The facility has not experienced an emergency closure. The most recent inspection on March 19, 2026 identified 18 violations including high-priority findings for hand washing, consumer advisory, proper cooking temperatures, and food contact surfaces; the inspection was completed with no further action required.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Pepes Cantina St Pete in St. Petersburg: Comparison to Pinellas County Averages
Pepes Cantina St Pete in St. Petersburg: Full Inspection History — DBPR (8)
— 4 inspections11 violations · 7 high priority
— Complaint Partial· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Partial· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Partial· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections7 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— 1 inspection10 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 1 inspection6 violations · 4 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Pepes Cantina St Pete in St. Petersburg: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Pepes Cantina St Pete in St. Petersburg last inspected?
- Pepes Cantina St Pete in St. Petersburg was last inspected by Florida DBPR on June 10, 2026. The result was: Call Back - Complied.
- What are the most common violations at Pepes Cantina St Pete in St. Petersburg?
- The most frequently cited violations at Pepes Cantina St Pete in St. Petersburg are: Clean multi-use utensils, Approved food source, Consumer advisory.
- How many health inspections has Pepes Cantina St Pete in St. Petersburg had?
- Pepes Cantina St Pete in St. Petersburg has had 8 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 4.8 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Pepes Cantina St Pete in St. Petersburg find?
- Pepes Cantina St Pete in St. Petersburg was most recently inspected on June 10, 2026 with 0 violation(s). Disposition: Call Back - Complied.
- Has Pepes Cantina St Pete in St. Petersburg ever been shut down?
- No, Pepes Cantina St Pete in St. Petersburg has no emergency closures 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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