3 Pepper Burrito Co
Last inspected: Nov 19, 2025
58
Score
Across the available record, 3 Pepper Burrito Co has 10 inspections on file, the first dated 2022. The latest inspection on file is from Nov 19, 2025. The medium risk tier sits in the middle: not spotless, but not alarming either.
Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near four violations each time.
Across the inspection history, “carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded two times.
Compared to other Cape Coral restaurants (averaging 77), there's room to close the gap. Nothing in the record is alarming, but there's room to improve.
10
Inspections
1
Critical latest
3
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Nov 19, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Raw beef stored over raw shrimp in walk in cooler Observed operator correct violations in order to meet inspection standards. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-20-5
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Unlabeled spray bottle in cabinet in cooks line.
41-17-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Build up inside nozzles of soda dispenser.
22-02-4
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. I test kit available for quaternary sanitizer used in three compartment sink.
16-37-1
Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Two unsecured CO2 tanks underneath kitchen hand sink.
51-11-4
Basic - In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. In container of tortilla chips. Observed operator correct violations in order to meet inspection standards. **Corrected On-Site**
10-01-5
58
Jul 1, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. At hand sink in kitchen. Operator filled dispenser **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Three (3) unsecured CO2 cylinder on storage rack in prep area.
51-11-4
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Employee preparing food without a hair restraint. Employee put on hat. **Corrected On-Site**
13-03-4
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Foods thawing in prep sink without running water. Operator turned on water. **Corrected On-Site**
06-01-5
78
Feb 24, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Insects, Rodents, and Animals Not Present
FL-38
86
Oct 1, 2024
Routine - Food
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach-in cooler beside front line steam table gasket torn. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-01: **Time Extended**
14-11-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Light shield damaged/in disrepair above storage rack. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-01: **Time Extended**
38-01-4
90
Sep 24, 2024
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 3 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Observed 2 dented cans of Black Beans and Pinto beans. The manager discarded the 2 dented cans. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
01B-01-4
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. **Warning**
01B-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cut leafy greens (52F - Cold Holding); corn (52F - Cold Holding); pico (50F - Cold Holding) in reach-in cooler beside steam table. **Warning**
03A-02-5
Basic - Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired. Observed reach-in cooler beside front line steam table ambient temperature 51F. **Warning**
14-74-7
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach-in cooler beside front line steam table gasket torn. **Warning**
14-11-5
Basic - Light shield damaged/in disrepair above storage rack. **Warning**
38-01-4
55
Apr 17, 2024
Complaint Full
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
70
Dec 18, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 9 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Proper Eating, Tasting, Drinking, or Tobacco Use
FL-06
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Personal Cleanliness
FL-40
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
Plumbing Maintained; Sewage Disposal
FL-51
52
Aug 17, 2023
Routine - Food
2 major violations.
View 2 violations
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
82
Feb 27, 2023
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Intermediate - Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment. Emailed manager DBPR Form HR 5030-104. **Corrective Action Taken**
11-27-4
Intermediate - No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. Emailed manager DBPR Form HR 5030-103 **Corrective Action Taken**
11-26-1
Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board.
21-04-4
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses.
10-20-4
74
Oct 17, 2022
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Frequently Asked Questions
When was 3 Pepper Burrito Co last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at 3 Pepper Burrito Co on file is from Nov 19, 2025. The public record contains 10 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at 3 Pepper Burrito Co?
Across the inspection record, “carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at 3 Pepper Burrito Co.
How does 3 Pepper Burrito Co compare to other restaurants in Cape Coral?
3 Pepper Burrito Co most recently scored 58 out of 100, which is lower than the Cape Coral average of 77.
Has 3 Pepper Burrito Co's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at 3 Pepper Burrito Co have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at 3 Pepper Burrito Co means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.
How often is 3 Pepper Burrito Co inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, 3 Pepper Burrito Co is inspected around three times per year on average.
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