Epperson Club
Last inspected: Mar 12, 2026
90
Score
Epperson Club has been inspected 11 times since 2022. Epperson Club was last inspected on Mar 12, 2026. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.
The picture has improved over the last few visits: recent inspections have averaged around two violations, down from roughly seven violations earlier in the record.
“Ice buildup in reach-in freezer by side entrance door” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing four times across the record.
The city-wide average for Wesley Chapel sits at 85, putting Epperson Club on the better side of that line. The record reflects steady performance over time.
11
Inspections
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Critical latest
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Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 12, 2026
Complaint Full
2 minor violations.
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Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed worn label on clear bin in dish ware storage rack across from dry storage closet.
16-46-4
Basic - Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. Unwashed cantaloupe and cucumbers stored above Reese candy topping and Oreo crumble mixture in walk in cooler. Manager moved vegetables to bottom shelf and candy to top shelf in walk in cooler. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-17-4
90
Dec 19, 2025
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
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Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer by side entrance door and walk-in freezer. Operator stated she would change the gaskets to the reach in freezer. Operator was able to chip off some ice in walk in freezer but stated she'd come back to get the rest.
14-69-4
95
May 15, 2025
Routine - Food
3 minor violations.
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Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable on the flip top units and prep tables.
14-09-4
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed wet stacked containers in the dish drying area. Storage corrected. **Corrected On-Site**
24-08-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer in the prep area and walk-in freezer. Manager removed ice buildup up in reach in. **Corrective Action Taken**
14-69-4
86
Apr 4, 2025
Routine - Food
4 minor violations.
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Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee jackets stored on prep table Employee removed **Corrected On-Site** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-04: Employee phones and walking on prep table across from cook line. **Time Extended**
40-06-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. 6 cans of tomato sauce stored on floor in dry storage room Employee placed on shelf **Corrected On-Site** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-04: Caramel popcorn stored on floor in dry storage. **Time Extended**
08B-47-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Inside chest freezer in beverage room **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-04: ice present in walk in freezer and chest freezer. **Time Extended**
14-69-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Bulk salt not labeled on prep table on cookline. Employee labeled **Corrected On-Site** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-04: Bulk salt unlabeled. **Time Extended**
02D-01-5
82
Jan 24, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 8 minor violations.
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High Priority - Food with mold-like growth. See stop sale. 15 sweet potatoes and 20 green bell peppers observed with mold like growth in walk-in cooler . **Warning**
01B-07-4
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. **Warning**
53B-01-5
Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Exterior of dish machine soiled with old food debris **Warning**
16-21-4
Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Plastic bowls not inverted on shelf in dish area **Warning**
24-05-4
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee drink stored on prep table Employee removed **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
12B-07-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee jackets stored on prep table Employee removed **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
40-06-5
Basic - Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. 6 cans of tomato sauce stored on floor in dry storage room Employee placed on shelf **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08B-47-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Inside chest freezer in beverage room **Warning**
14-69-4
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Togo cup lids stored on floor in dry storage room Employee placed on shelf **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
25-05-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Bulk salt not labeled on prep table on cookline. Employee labeled **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
02D-01-5
52
May 15, 2024
Complaint Full
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
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High Priority - Observed: Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed 2 live flies in kitchen area near 3 compartment sink Observed 2 flies in dry storage area. Priority: High Priority
35A-02-6
Intermediate - Observed: Packaged food not labeled as specified by law. Observed above cook line. Spice container not labeled **Corrected On-Site** Priority: Intermediate
02D-02-4
Basic - Observed: Food stored on floor. Food stored on floor in walk in cooler and freezer. Operator removed from floor and stored properly. **Corrected On-Site** Priority: Basic
08B-38-4
Basic - Observed: Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed debris in interior of ovens in prep line. Priority: Basic
22-08-4
Basic - Observed: No suitable facilities provided to store employee clothing and other possessions. Observed Celsius drink near food area **Corrected On-Site** Priority: Basic
40-01-4
Basic - Observed: Single-service articles stored outside or in a room/shed that is not fully enclosed (open to outdoors/screened). Observed dry storage observed outside, under a canopy. Operators moved items indoor 6 inches above ground **Corrected On-Site** Priority: Basic
25-11-5
64
Dec 15, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 6 minor violations.
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High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shelled eggs stored over pretzels in walk-in cooler Corrected observed employee place raw shelled eggs on bottom shelf **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
Basic - Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Observed 6 containers of oil stored on floor in dry storage area **Repeat Violation**
08B-47-4
Basic - In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed 4 knifes stored between prep table and wall Corrected observed employee remove **Corrected On-Site**
10-17-4
Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed wet wiping cloth stored under cutting board on prep table Corrected observed employee remove **Corrected On-Site**
21-04-4
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed two wet mops stored at mop sink Corrected observed employee invert **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
42-01-4
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee drink stored on prep table Corrected observed employee voluntarily discard **Corrected On-Site**
12B-07-4
Basic - Faucet/handle missing at plumbing fixture. Observed hand sink on cookline missing handle for cold and hot water
29-09-4
64
Jul 28, 2023
Complaint Full
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
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Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. - From follow-up inspection 2023-07-28: Observed no chemical test strips for chlorine. **Time Extended**
16-37-1
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed the white cutting board with excessive grooves on the board. - From follow-up inspection 2023-07-28: Cutting board has marks **Time Extended**
14-09-4
86
Jul 26, 2023
Complaint Full
1 critical violation. 4 major violations. 5 minor violations.
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High Priority - Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed the following 3 flies in the back of the kitchen 2 flies in the expo area 3 flies in the kitchen area. **Warning**
35A-02-6
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. Manager posted the sheet. **Corrected On-Site**
11-27-4
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
16-37-1
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.
11-26-1
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed fruit garnishes not labeled or dated.
02C-02-5
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
42-01-4
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed the white cutting board with excessive grooves on the board.
14-09-4
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting.
24-08-4
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored.Observed pizza boxes stored on the floor.
25-05-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed oil stored on the kitchen floor. Also observed food in the freezer on the floor l Manager moved the food on the shelve, **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
45
Feb 24, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
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High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Cheese sauce 114F. Manager put on stove to reheat. Recheck 158F. **Corrective Action Taken**
03B-01-6
High Priority - Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Employee handled raw beef then touched clean utensils. Discussed with manager. Manager had employee change gloves and wash hands. **Corrective Action Taken**
12A-09-4
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
16-37-1
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.
11-26-1
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
50-09-4
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Manager removed and set utensils to be washed. **Corrected On-Site**
10-07-4
55
Sep 2, 2022
Routine - Food
3 major violations. 1 minor violation.
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Intermediate - No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Two cooks, two waitresses and manager on duty with no food manager certification.
53A-05-6
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Hand sink in prep area blocked by container. Manager moved to make accessible. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Shawn Michonski is manager on duty.
53A-01-7
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table in kitchen. Drink in cooler. Discussed employee food and drink storage with manager.
12B-07-4
70
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Epperson Club last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Epperson Club on file is from Mar 12, 2026. The public record contains 11 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Epperson Club?
Across the inspection record, “ice buildup in reach-in freezer by side entrance door” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Epperson Club.
How does Epperson Club compare to other restaurants in Wesley Chapel?
Epperson Club most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is higher than the Wesley Chapel average of 85.
Has Epperson Club's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Epperson Club have averaged around two violations per visit, down from roughly seven earlier in the record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Epperson Club 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 Epperson Club inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Epperson Club is inspected around three times per year on average.
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