SENOR PEPPER'S TACOS AND MARISCOS

Name: SENOR PEPPER'S TACOS AND MARISCOS
Address: 205 N CENTER ST, PIERSON, FL, 32180, US
Rating: 75.9

205 N CENTER ST, PIERSON, FL 32180

License #7407747

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75.9 Grade C / 100

Mixed Health Record

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SENOR PEPPER'S TACOS AND MARISCOS in PIERSON currently holds an InspectFL Health Score of 75.9 out of 100 — a C grade — a noticeable pattern of violations across recent inspections. This restaurant has 3 inspections on record from Florida DBPR, with the most recent inspection on March 23, 2026. Across those visits, DBPR recorded 47 total findings; InspectFL has detailed violation rows for 44 of them so far.

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The latest inspection on March 23, 2026 shows 17 observation rows: 3 critical, 2 major, and 12 minor.

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Inspection coverage

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Inspection History

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Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action
[10-20-4] In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses.
[27-16-4] Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink in bar area.
[29-11-4] Water leaking from pipe under hand wash sink in bar area.
[36-50-4] Unclean building components, attachments or fixtures. -heavy grease buildup on hood.
[41-17-4] Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled.
[22-45-4] Food-contact surfaces not sanitized after cleaning, before use. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized.
[35A-03-4] Dead roaches on premises. -1 dead roach in kitchen.
[41-10-4] Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. -spray bottle with cleaner hanging on cart above takeout containers.
[23-03-4] Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, or dust. -wires shelving at cook line has accumulation of dust.
[32-12-6] Covered waste receptacle not provided in womens bathroom.
[14-01-5] Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. -bowl used to dispense sugar.
[08B-12-5] Stored food not covered. -container of salt stored uncovered.
[02D-01-5] Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. -sugar container not labeled.
[08A-05-6] Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. -raw shell eggs stored over ready to eat foods in reach in cooler.
[08B-38-4] Food stored on floor. -bag of onions stored on floor in dry storage room.
[14-42-4] Hood filter missing from automatic fire suppression/exhaust system.
[36-73-4] Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. -accumulation of grease under cooking equipment.

Disposition: Warning Issued
[10-20-4] In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses.
[23-03-4] Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, or dust. -wire shelf at cook line soiled with grease and food debris.
[36-73-4] Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. -under cooking equipment.
[42-01-4] Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
[08B-38-4] Food stored on floor. -bags of flour and sugar in dry storage area.
[41-17-4] Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled.
[31B-04-4] No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees.
[05-09-4] No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit.
[27-16-4] Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink in bar area.
[03A-02-5] Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. -sour cream 61°f in container on ice at cook line. Advised operator to use metal containers and place ice around container.
[02D-01-5] Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. -containers of flour not labeled.
[14-72-4] Exhaust system operated with filters removed. No means to capture grease and/or condensation to prevent dripping.
[16-23-4] Accumulation of lime scale on the inside of the dishmachine.
[22-41-4] Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly.
[36-27-5] Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust.
[14-15-4] Nonfood-grade containers used for food storage - direct contact with food. -uncooked rice stored in storage tote in dry food storage room.
[14-09-4] Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
[02C-02-5] Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. -refried beans and shredded chicken in reach in cooler.

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