Pepiteria 13
Last inspected: Jan 8, 2026
43
Score
Public records show five inspections at Pepiteria 13 stretching back to 2024. Pepiteria 13 was last inspected on Jan 8, 2026. The high risk label is a heads-up that the most recent visit didn't go well.
Recent inspections have turned up more issues than earlier ones, averaging around eight violations lately compared to roughly five violations before.
Looking across the full record, “nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease” is the recurring theme, flagged two times.
Restaurants in Miami average 74, so Pepiteria 13 trails the local norm. Diners may want to scan the inspection details before deciding to visit.
5
Inspections
4
Critical latest
1
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 8, 2026
Routine - Food
4 critical violations. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Server handled soiled dishes or utensils and then picked up plated food, served food, or prepared a beverage without washing hands. Observed employee touching soiled dishes, and served food. Coached employee to wash hands. Employee washed hands. **Corrective Action Taken**
12A-02-4
High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed bread stored in thank you bags.
14-31-5
High Priority - Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for food container. Observed tacos paper towels on food containers with lettuce, cut tomatoes.
14-86-1
High Priority - Chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Observed three compartment sink 0 ppm chlorine. Chef put bleach on three compartment sink. Chlorine 100 ppm**Corrected On-Site** **Corrected On-Site**
22-42-4
Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products. Chef provided thermometer. **Corrected On-Site**
05-08-4
Basic - Cardboard used on floor as anti-slip measure not replaced every day or when heavily soiled, whichever comes first. Observed cardboard on the floor
36-06-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed case of liquid oil stored on the kitchen floor
08B-38-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed under flat grill soiled.
23-03-4
43
Sep 23, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Observed employee touching dirty dishes, then put gloves without washing hands. Coached employee on hand washing procedures. Employee washed hands. **Corrective Action Taken**
12A-07-5
Intermediate - Equipment drain line draining into handwash sink. Observed water filter connected to the kitchen hand washing sink.
31A-10-4
Intermediate - Soap dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense soap. Observed hand soap dispenser at kitchen handwash sink unable to dispense soap. Employee provided soap **Corrected On-Site**
31B-06-4
Basic - Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Observed employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public inside of the kitchen reach in cooler according.
08B-49-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed under flat grill soiled. **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
Basic - Standing water or very slow draining water in handwash sink, three-compartment sink, or mop sink. Observed kitchen hand washing sink draining water very slow.
29-20-5
Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed Chicken Cordon blue inside of the reach freezer not covered.
08B-12-5
58
Apr 15, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no test kit on site. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-15: Observed no test kit on site; chlorine. **Time Extended**
16-37-1
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Silverware/utensils stored upright with the food-contact surface up. Observed at window utensils stored upright. Spoke to person in charge about inverting utensils for protection. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-15: Observed at window utensils stored upright. **Time Extended**
24-18-4
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. Observed cell phone on prep table in center of kitchen. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-15: Observed cell phone on prep table in center of kitchen; at callback. **Time Extended**
40-06-5
82
Feb 12, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 6 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 11 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Procedures for Responding to Vomiting/Diarrheal Events
FL-05
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
Personal Cleanliness
FL-40
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
32
Nov 13, 2024
Food-Licensing Inspection
3 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 4 violations
Procedures for Responding to Vomiting/Diarrheal Events
FL-05
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Pepiteria 13 last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Pepiteria 13 on file is from Jan 8, 2026. The public record contains five inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Pepiteria 13?
Across the inspection record, “nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Pepiteria 13.
How does Pepiteria 13 compare to other restaurants in Miami?
Pepiteria 13 most recently scored 43 out of 100, which is lower than the Miami average of 74.
Has Pepiteria 13's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Pepiteria 13 have averaged around eight violations per visit, up from roughly five earlier in the record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Pepiteria 13 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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