3 Pepper Burrito Company
Last inspected: Oct 30, 2025
90
Score
Inspectors have visited 3 Pepper Burrito Company seven times, with records going back to 2022. Inspectors last stopped by on Oct 30, 2025. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.
Violation counts have ticked up lately, averaging around six violations per visit versus roughly three violations earlier in the record.
“Time/temperature control for safety food cold held” comes up most often, recorded two times in the inspection record.
That puts the facility ahead of the local pack: the average Fort Myers restaurant scores 80. The full record sits in fairly typical territory for a working restaurant.
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Inspections
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Critical latest
0
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Oct 30, 2025
Routine - Food
2 minor violations.
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Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Food containers in poor condition. On back clean dish rack, observed plastic containers in poor condition. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-10-30: **Time Extended**
14-12-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Dust on fan by back food prep area near walk-in cooler. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-10-30: **Time Extended**
23-03-4
90
Oct 29, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 4 major violations. 4 minor violations.
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High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Front line 3 door reach-in cooler: shredded cheddar cheese blend (54F - Cold Holding); cut tomatoes (51F - Cold Holding); cut tomatoes salsa (52F - Cold Holding); cut tomatoes in guacamole (52F - Cold Holding); sour cream (49F - Cold Holding); cut lettuce (47F - Cold Holding) for 1 hour 45 minutes per operator. **Warning**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Bottle of chemicals with single service to go cups by handwash sink front counter. On back prep table with plastic food service film. Operator removed to proper storage. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
41-10-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Front counter handwash sink covered with cutting board. Operator cleared sink for proper use. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
31A-09-4
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. Operator unable to locate at time of inspection. **Warning**
11-26-1
Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Operator unable to locate at time of inspection. **Warning**
53B-01-5
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled on front counter by handwash sink. On back prep table. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
41-17-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees at front counter. **Warning**
31B-04-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Dust on fan by back food prep area near walk-in cooler. **Warning**
23-03-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Grease on wall by flat grill on front line. **Warning**
36-27-5
Basic - Food containers in poor condition. On back clean dish rack, observed plastic containers in poor condition. **Warning**
14-12-4
41
Feb 21, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
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Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Proper Eating, Tasting, Drinking, or Tobacco Use
FL-06
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
47
Nov 21, 2023
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Sep 27, 2023
Routine - Food
1 major violation.
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Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-09-27: Time extension given to allow operator time to train employees. **Time Extended**
53B-05-5
90
Sep 21, 2023
Routine - Food
4 critical violations. 3 major violations. 1 minor violation.
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High Priority - Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Under front service line steam wells and cooking equipment, 20 live small flying insects observed. By soda box and dry storage middle kitchen, 10 small flying insects observed. By back door and can/dry storage rack, 15 observed. Pest control arrived at time of inspection. **Admin Complaint**
35A-02-6
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. In walk-in cooler, cooked rice (48F - Cold Holding); cut tomatoes salsa (45F - Cold Holding); cooked chicken (46F - Cold Holding); cooked beef (45F - Cold Holding) stored overnight per operator. **Warning**
01B-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In walk-in cooler, cooked rice (48F - Cold Holding); cut tomatoes salsa (45F - Cold Holding); cooked chicken (46F - Cold Holding); cooked beef (45F - Cold Holding) stored overnight per operator. **Warning**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. On dry storage rack next to soda boxes mid kitchen, 3 bottles chemicals stored with hot sauce, over deli paper. Operator moved chemicals to proper storage.
41-10-4
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. Provided operator with Clean-up Of Vomiting And Diarrheal Events handout HR 5030-104. **Corrected On-Site**
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. Provided operator employee reporting agreement, (HR 5030-309) manager health reporting responsibilities (HR 5030-101)and employee health reporting responsibilities (HR 5030-103], discussed with operator importance of employee heath. Discussed employee heath with operator, operator began filling outform at time of inspection. **Corrective Action Taken**
11-26-1
Intermediate - Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. **Warning**
53B-05-5
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting in rack next to triple sink.
24-08-4
39
Nov 3, 2022
Routine - Food
3 minor violations.
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Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed bowl in rice container.
14-01-5
Basic - Missing drain plug at dumpster.
33-11-4
Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed to go containers not inverted.
25-06-4
86
Frequently Asked Questions
When was 3 Pepper Burrito Company last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at 3 Pepper Burrito Company on file is from Oct 30, 2025. The public record contains seven inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at 3 Pepper Burrito Company?
Across the inspection record, “time/temperature control for safety food cold held” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at 3 Pepper Burrito Company.
How does 3 Pepper Burrito Company compare to other restaurants in Fort Myers?
3 Pepper Burrito Company most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is higher than the Fort Myers average of 80.
Has 3 Pepper Burrito Company's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at 3 Pepper Burrito Company have averaged around six violations per visit, up from roughly three earlier in the record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at 3 Pepper Burrito Company means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.
How often is 3 Pepper Burrito Company inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, 3 Pepper Burrito Company is inspected around two times per year on average.
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