Pepo's Cafe in Tampa
Last inspected:
3879 Northdale Blvd, Tampa, FL 33624Pepo's Cafe in Tampa has accumulated 324 violations across 27 inspections since 2016, averaging 12 per visit. The most frequently cited violations involve food contact surfaces, clean multi-use utensils, and consumer advisory issues. In July 2024, inspectors documented 25 violations and recommended an administrative complaint. A single fire safety violation from 2016 noted a portable fire extinguisher missing from its designated location on a back prep table.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Pepo's Cafe in Tampa: Comparison to Hillsborough County Averages
This Facility
12
violations / inspection
12 violations per inspection
Hillsborough County Avg
5.74
violations / inspection
5.74 county average
This Facility
0
emergency closures
0 closures
Hillsborough County Avg
0.25
closures / facility
0.25 county average
Pepo's Cafe in Tampa: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (2)
Total fines on record: $1,320.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2022026724 | $200.00 | Mar 28, 2022 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 3--2014045528 | $1,120.00 | Oct 7, 2014 | District 12 |
Pepo's Cafe in Tampa: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (1)
— 1 fire violation
— Routine - Food · 45-05-4 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Inspector Observation: Portable fire extinguisher missing from its designated location. For reporting purposes only. On a back prep table.
Legal Basis: Reporting: (d) The division, or its agent, shall notify the local firesafety authority or the State Fire Marshal of any readily observable violation of a rule adopted under chapter 633 which relates to public lodging establishments or public food establishments, and the identification of such violation does not require any firesafety inspection certification. For reporting purposes only.
Pepo's Cafe in Tampa: Full Inspection History — DBPR (27)
— 1 inspection9 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections14 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 1 inspection12 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (7 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— 3 inspections23 violations · 18 high priority
— Complaint Full· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 9 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections18 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— 2 inspections17 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections25 violations · 17 high priority
— Routine - Food· 15 violations (10 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 4 inspections25 violations · 17 high priority
— Complaint Full· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Complaint Full· 11 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 4 inspections28 violations · 17 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 11 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 4 inspections45 violations · 30 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 18 violations (11 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 12 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 1 inspection18 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 18 violations (12 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Pepo's Cafe in Tampa: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Pepo's Cafe in Tampa last inspected?
- Pepo's Cafe in Tampa was last inspected by Florida DBPR on January 8, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- What are the most common violations at Pepo's Cafe in Tampa?
- The most frequently cited violations at Pepo's Cafe in Tampa are: Food contact surfaces, Clean multi-use utensils, Consumer advisory.
- How many health inspections has Pepo's Cafe in Tampa had?
- Pepo's Cafe in Tampa has had 27 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 12 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Pepo's Cafe in Tampa find?
- Pepo's Cafe in Tampa was most recently inspected on January 8, 2026 with 11 violation(s), including 3 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Pepo's Cafe in Tampa ever been shut down?
- No, Pepo's Cafe in Tampa has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- 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.
- 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.
- Has Pepo's Cafe in Tampa had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, Pepo's Cafe in Tampa has 1 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has Pepo's Cafe in Tampa faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Pepo's Cafe in Tampa has 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $1,320.00 in fines.
- How much has Pepo's Cafe in Tampa been fined?
- Pepo's Cafe in Tampa has been fined a total of $1,320.00 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.
Editor: All content reviewed and verified by Christopher F. Nesbitt, Sr., Nationally Registered EMT & BU-trained Paralegal.
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