Pepes Hacienda
Last inspected: Jan 6, 2026
47
Score
Pepes Hacienda has been inspected five times since 2025. The newest entry in the record is dated Jan 6, 2026. A high risk tier suggests the facility had a rough recent inspection, with multiple violations on record.
Recent visits have flagged more than earlier ones: around nine violations per visit lately, up from roughly zero violations before.
Across the inspection history, “no paper towels” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded two times.
Restaurants in Jacksonville average 74, so Pepes Hacienda trails the local norm. Diners may want to weigh the inspection history when deciding to visit.
5
Inspections
0
Critical latest
6
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 6, 2026
Routine - Food
6 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 9 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. Establishment has no clean up procedures or poster. Gave poster. **Corrective Action Taken**
11-27-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Kitchen Hand Wash Sink by Dish machine blocked by large cart. Moved by manager. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No paper towels at Hand Wash Sink by Dish machine.
31B-02-4
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. No Reporting Agreement forms completed. Gave blank form.
11-26-1
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. No soap at Hand Wash Sink by Dish machine.
31B-03-4
Intermediate - Raw or undercooked oysters offered and establishment has no consumer advisory sign provided on wall, menu, placard, table tent or by any other written means. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Establishment serves raw oysters but has no consumer advisory. Gave sign and manager posted sign. **Corrective Action Taken**
02A-01-5
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Bowl as scoop in cooked soups on walk in cooler. **Repeat Violation**
14-01-5
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee bag jacket/ clothing on top of bags of corn.
40-06-5
Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Old labels on exterior of cleaned pans :dry racks.
16-46-4
47
Oct 9, 2025
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Aug 8, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation.
View 1 violation
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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. No proof of any employee training available. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-08-08: At today's callback : time needed to obtain. Classes scheduled for next week. **Time Extended**
53B-01-5
90
Aug 7, 2025
Routine - Food
6 critical violations. 4 major violations. 8 minor violations.
View 18 violations
High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Establishment license expired. 06/01/2025 Paid for during inspection. **Corrective Action Taken** **Admin Complaint**
50-17-3
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. No Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb. kitchen **Warning**
29-34-4
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Sanitizer chemical spray bottle next to cleaned pans. Kitchen. Moved by manager. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
41-10-4
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Stop sale issued Items in oven . (Overnight temperatures) : Cooked chicken at 92°. Cooked pork 92°, 93°, 93° Cooked rice 93°. 93°. Per employee, oven was turned off last night. **Warning**
03B-01-6
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Items in oven . (Overnight temperatures) : Cooked chicken at 92°. Cooked pork 92°, 93°, 93° Cooked rice 93°. 93°. Per employee, oven was turned off last night. **Warning**
01B-02-5
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Raw fish over cooked foods soups in walk in cooler. Raw shrimp over cut tomatoes in reach in cooler / make table. Moved by manager. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
08A-02-6
Intermediate - Establishment not maintaining clam/mussel/oyster tags for 90 days. Oyster tags not kept for 90 days
01C-02-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Utensil in kitchen Hand Wash Sink. Moved by manager. **Corrective Action Taken**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. No Quaternary ammonium test strips available.
16-37-1
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. No proof of any employee training available. **Warning**
53B-01-5
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Bowl as scoop In sauce and spices.
14-01-5
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Soiled exterior of equipment including handles to coolers. **Repeat Violation**
23-24-4
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Food service employee with no hair restraints.
13-03-4
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Tongs over oven handle. Kitchen.
10-20-4
Basic - Interior of refrigerator or freezer in disrepair/has exposed insulation. Loose / torn cooler gasket. Kitchen prep unit.
14-36-5
Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Old labels on exterior of cleaned containers. Dry rack.
16-46-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Uncovered prepped/ cooked vegetables. Sauces in walk in cooler.
08B-12-5
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Bulk container of Sugar unlabeled. Marked by manger.
02D-01-5
18
Jan 23, 2025
Food-Licensing Inspection
2 major violations. 7 minor violations.
View 9 violations
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No paper towels at Hand Wash Sink.
31B-02-4
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. No soap at Hand Wash Sink.
31B-03-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Construction dust and debris. Kitchen frontline.
23-03-4
Basic - Missing partition and/or door for bathroom with more than 1 toilet facility. Missing partition in men's restroom. Multiple commodes. Per Person In Charge. Parts on order. Due tomorrow.
32-06-4
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Gap at base of rear door. (Daylight visible ). rear kitchen door.
35B-01-4
Basic - Ceiling tile missing. Multiple ceiling tiles missing. Kitchen. Dining room.
36-36-4
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Soiled exterior of equipment including handles to coolers.
23-24-4
Basic - Unnecessary items/unused equipment on the premises. Ladders , construction equipment in rear kitchen.
33-31-5
Basic - Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. Rear kitchen door no self closing mechanism.
35B-03-4
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Pepes Hacienda last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Pepes Hacienda on file is from Jan 6, 2026. The public record contains five inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Pepes Hacienda?
Across the inspection record, “no paper towels” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Pepes Hacienda.
How does Pepes Hacienda compare to other restaurants in Jacksonville?
Pepes Hacienda most recently scored 47 out of 100, which is lower than the Jacksonville average of 74.
Has Pepes Hacienda's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Pepes Hacienda have averaged around nine violations per visit, up from roughly zero earlier in the record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Pepes Hacienda means the most recent inspection flagged either critical violations or a substantial number of smaller ones. Diners may want to read the violation details before deciding to visit.
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