Pepe's Cantina

433 W New England Ave Ste A, Winter Park, FL 32789

Mexican / Latin

Last inspected: Jan 23, 2026

Score

Low Risk

The health department has logged nine inspections at Pepe's Cantina, the earliest from 2022. On Jan 23, 2026, the health department conducted the most recent visit. When a facility lands in the low risk tier, it usually means nothing alarming showed up at the most recent visit.

The trend has been favorable: violation counts have eased from around five violations to closer to two violations per visit over the last few inspections.

Looking across the full record, “ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer” is the recurring theme, flagged two times.

The city-wide average for Winter Park sits at 83, putting Pepe's Cantina on the better side of that line. The record reflects steady performance over time.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Jan 23, 2026

Routine - Food

2 minor violations.

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Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. At dishwasher and 3 compartment sink

36-22-4

Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Reach in freezer at server station

14-69-4

Aug 8, 2025

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 2 minor violations.

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Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Employee dumping ice at Bar Hand wash sink

31A-11-4

Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Reach in freezer next to wait station

14-69-4

Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Bar Hand wash sink. Sent operator a copy **Corrective Action Taken**

31B-04-4

Apr 15, 2025

Routine - Food

1 minor violation.

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Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floors not constructed to be easily cleanable. Throughout kitchen and back hall storage **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-15: **Time Extended**

36-12-4

Feb 13, 2025

Routine - Food

2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 6 minor violations.

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Supervisor/Person in Charge Present

FL-01

Proper Eating, Tasting, Drinking, or Tobacco Use

FL-06

Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible

FL-10

Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels

FL-14

Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure

FL-25

Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place

FL-36

Personal Cleanliness

FL-40

Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored

FL-41

Toilet Rooms Maintained

FL-53

Nov 18, 2024

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.

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Proper Eating, Tasting, Drinking, or Tobacco Use

FL-06

Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized

FL-22

Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place

FL-36

Jun 14, 2024

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 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/ Manager arrived during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**

53A-05-6

Basic - Floors not constructed to be easily cleanable. Facility has concrete floors throughout kitchen and back hallway. **Repeat Violation**

36-12-4

Nov 13, 2023

Routine - Food

2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 7 minor violations.

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High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Ceviche-46F Shrimp-45F Per operator items were in reach in cooler overnight

01B-02-5

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Ceviche-46F Shrimp-45F Per operator items were in reach in cooler overnight

03A-02-5

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 has food employee reporting agreement but no signatures. Operator will get hand out signed **Corrected On-Site**

11-26-1

Basic - Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor. At prep area,operator moved **Corrected On-Site**

21-38-4

Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Cutting board on make table next to dish machine

14-09-4

Basic - Floors not constructed to be easily cleanable. At dish wash area and cooks line

36-12-4

Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Ice scoop stored on top of ice machine

10-08-5

Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. In use tongs stored on oven handle on cooks line **Corrected On-Site**

10-20-4

Basic - Light shield damaged/in disrepair. Over dish machine

38-01-4

Basic - Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Employee water bottle stored in reach in cooler next to dish machine. Employee moved **Corrected On-Site**

12B-13-4

May 22, 2023

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.

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Food Obtained from Approved Sources

FL-11

Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels

FL-14

Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used

FL-24

Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature

FL-29

Oct 11, 2022

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 4 minor violations.

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Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible

FL-10

Food Received at Proper Temperature

FL-12

Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels

FL-14

Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized

FL-22

Plumbing Maintained; Sewage Disposal

FL-51

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Pepe's Cantina last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Pepe's Cantina on file is from Jan 23, 2026. The public record contains nine inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Pepe's Cantina?

Across the inspection record, “ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Pepe's Cantina.

How does Pepe's Cantina compare to other restaurants in Winter Park?

Pepe's Cantina most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is higher than the Winter Park average of 83.

Has Pepe's Cantina's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Pepe's Cantina have averaged around two violations per visit, down from roughly five earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Pepe's Cantina 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 Pepe's Cantina inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Pepe's Cantina is inspected around three times per year on average.

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