Pepper's Mexican Grill and Cantina in Tallahassee

1140 Capital Circle Se Unit 15, Tallahassee, FL 32301

Overview

Pepper's Mexican Grill and Cantina in Tallahassee has accumulated 145 violations across 28 inspections since 2016, averaging 5.2 per visit. The facility has not been shut down but faced a warning in June 2023 with 22 violations, including 8 high-priority items, followed by successful compliance callbacks. Hand washing and consumer advisory violations are the most frequently cited issues. A fire safety violation in 2023 involved a portable fire extinguisher gauge in the red zone on the exterior patio.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.

28Inspections
145Violations
0Closures
1Fire
$160in Fines

Last inspected DBPR: February 5, 2026

Pepper's Mexican Grill and Cantina in Tallahassee: Comparison to Leon County Averages

This Facility 5.2 violations / inspection 5.2 violations per inspection
Leon County Avg 3.44 violations / inspection 3.44 county average
This Facility 0 emergency closures 0 closures
Leon County Avg 0.15 closures / facility 0.15 county average

Pepper's Mexican Grill and Cantina in Tallahassee: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)

Total fines on record: $160.00

Disciplinary action history for Pepper's Mexican Grill and Cantina in Tallahassee
Action DateCase NumberFineViolation DateEnforcement Office
6--2019028473 $160.00 Mar 12, 2019 Miami (Doral)

Pepper's Mexican Grill and Cantina in Tallahassee: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (1)

— 1 fire violation

— Routine - Food · 45-02-4 · Warning Issued

Inspector Observation: Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only. Exterior extinguisher on patio. Manager telephoned fire equipment specialist, specialist stated cylinders stored in exterior elements tend to rise to the right side of green indicator. Inspector citing based on readily observable violation.

Pepper's Mexican Grill and Cantina in Tallahassee: Full Inspection History — DBPR (28)

— 3 inspections6 violations · 5 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· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 2 inspections2 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— 3 inspections15 violations · 9 high priority
— Complaint Full· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— 5 inspections32 violations · 19 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 17 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections5 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— 3 inspections9 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— 2 inspections5 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 3 inspections15 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended

Basic Violations

— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 1 inspection3 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— 1 inspection3 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections17 violations · 15 high priority
— Complaint Full· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

— Complaint Full· 6 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Pepper's Mexican Grill and Cantina in Tallahassee: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Pepper's Mexican Grill and Cantina in Tallahassee last inspected?
Pepper's Mexican Grill and Cantina in Tallahassee was last inspected by Florida DBPR on February 5, 2026. The result was: Call Back - Complied.
What are the most common violations at Pepper's Mexican Grill and Cantina in Tallahassee?
The most frequently cited violations at Pepper's Mexican Grill and Cantina in Tallahassee are: Proper hand/arm washing, Employee health reporting, Consumer advisory.
How many health inspections has Pepper's Mexican Grill and Cantina in Tallahassee had?
Pepper's Mexican Grill and Cantina in Tallahassee has had 28 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 5.2 violations per inspection, matching the statewide average of 5.2.
What did the most recent inspection of Pepper's Mexican Grill and Cantina in Tallahassee find?
Pepper's Mexican Grill and Cantina in Tallahassee was most recently inspected on February 5, 2026 with 0 violation(s). Disposition: Call Back - Complied.
Has Pepper's Mexican Grill and Cantina in Tallahassee ever been shut down?
No, Pepper's Mexican Grill and Cantina in Tallahassee has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
Has Pepper's Mexican Grill and Cantina in Tallahassee had any fire safety violations?
Yes, Pepper's Mexican Grill and Cantina in Tallahassee has 1 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
Has Pepper's Mexican Grill and Cantina in Tallahassee faced any disciplinary actions?
Yes, Pepper's Mexican Grill and Cantina in Tallahassee has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $160.00 in fines.
How much has Pepper's Mexican Grill and Cantina in Tallahassee been fined?
Pepper's Mexican Grill and Cantina in Tallahassee has been fined a total of $160.00 across 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.

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