Pepper's Cocina Mexicana (Fernandina)

530 Centre St, Fernandina Beach, FL 32034
Mexican / Latin
Last inspected: Apr 7, 2026
50
Score
High Risk

Pepper's Cocina Mexicana (Fernandina) has been inspected 13 times since 2022. The most recent report on file is from Apr 7, 2026. A high risk rating points to multiple serious findings at the most recent inspection.

Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around 11 violations each.

When inspectors have written things up, “no soap provided at handwash sink” has been the most frequent reason, cited four times.

The city-wide average sits at 69, which Pepper's Cocina Mexicana (Fernandina)'s 50 doesn't quite reach. Taken together, the history suggests a facility that has struggled with consistency.

13
Inspections
1
Critical latest
2
Major latest
7
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 7, 2026
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 7 minor violations.
View 10 violations
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Case of cleaner stored over bag in box sodas on storage rack across from ice machine. Operator moved cleaner to proper storage. **Corrected On-Site**
41-10-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Ice observed in handwash sink by soda machine in service station. Bottle of cleaner in handwash sink at the bar. Operator removed cleaner from sink. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Chicken flautas prepared on 3/31 and flan prepared on 3/29. Today is the 7th. Operator discarded both products. **Corrected On-Site**
02C-02-5
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee jackets, wallet and cell phone stored over and on top of bag in box sodas by walk-in cooler. **Repeat Violation**
40-06-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. Raw shrimp stored on the floor at the triple sink. Operator moved shrimp to shelving in walk-in cooler. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. Wall to left of the ice machine by the exit door is in disrepair.
36-24-5
Basic - Silverware/utensils/pans dried with a towel/cloth. Observed employee drying wet pans from the dishmachine with a dry cloth and then placing the pans on a storage rack.
24-17-4
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Single-service cups stored on the floor in the bar area. **Repeat Violation**
25-05-4
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Shrimp thawing in standing water at triple sink. Operator moved shrimp to walk-in cooler. **Corrected On-Site**
06-01-5
Basic - Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Wiping cloth solution by dishroom tested at 0ppm chlorine. Operator remade solution to 100ppm chlorine. **Corrected On-Site**
21-07-4
50
Dec 9, 2025
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Dec 8, 2025
Routine - Food
6 critical violations. 5 major violations. 10 minor violations.
View 21 violations
High Priority - Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. 2 cans of jalapeño peppers dented.
01B-01-4
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. No vacuum breaker on hose bib near outside walk in cooler and freezer.
29-34-4
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed beef at 120F, operators said it has been at that temp since 11:00AM, operator took beef and placed it on stove to incense temp, 2nd temp 20 minutes Later 186F. **Corrected On-Site**
03B-01-6
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in reach in cooler on cook line, shrimp 51F, scallops 53F, Beef 51F, chicken 48F, cheese 43F, cut cabbage 53F, Pico 49F, cooked chicken 46F, Pork 52F. All cold holding, Ambient temp of cooler 57. Operator moved all items to walk-in cooler. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Observed 6 packs of grouper thawed while still in sealed ROP packaging, with instructions saying to remove fish from packaging before thawing.
01B-13-4
High Priority - Food/ice received from unapproved source/no invoice provided to verify source. See Stop Sale. 6 pieces of Tres lechhes observed in reach in cooler by storage area, operate could not provide invoices for them. **Admin Complaint**
01A-05-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener soiled with old food debris. Clean food bin stored on floor in ware wash area. Operator picked bins up off the floor. Interior of ice machine in storage area has mold like substance. **Repeat Violation**
22-02-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing Both hand wash sinks in kitchen area blocked with trash can and prep table. Operator removed obstacles. Operator removed obstacles. Observed Hand wash sink near ware wash area being used for other purposes, had a blender in it, operator removed item. Hand wash sink in back storage room blocked, operate moved obstacle. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - Misrepresentation of a fruit or fruit juice. Multiple margaritas with fresh lime juice One margarita with fresh pineapple juice. Operator stated he used bottled juices. Operator began marking out "fresh" on menus. **Corrective Action Taken** **Admin Complaint**
52-02-4
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. No paper towels at hand was sink on cook line. Operator filled paper towel dispenser. No soap at hand wash sink on cook line operator filled soap dispenser No Paper towels at hand wash sink near ware wash area, operator filled paper towel dispenser
31B-03-4
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Unlabeled spray bottle on triple sink containing bleach per manager. Manager placed label on spray bottle **Repeat Violation**
41-17-4
Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Unsecured tank by walk in cooler and freezer outside. Operator secured the tank. **Corrected On-Site**
51-11-4
Basic - Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired. Ice buildup on cooling unit of reach in cooler on cook line. Ambient temperature 57f.
14-74-7
Basic - Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. Observed 6 packs of grouper thawed while still in sealed ROP packaging, with instructions saying to remove fish from packaging before thawing.
06-09-1
Basic - Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Employee personal eggs stored in reach in cooler in back storage room, employee removed food from cooler and segregated it. Employee personal food stored on shelf over food prep table in kitchen area. Employee removed food and segregated it. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-49-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee speaker stored above prep table. Operate removed speaker. **Corrected On-Site**
40-06-5
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed wet nesting of clean dishes on clean dish rack in kitchen area. **Repeat Violation**
24-08-4
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Tongs stored on doors handle of oven. Operator moved tongs **Corrected On-Site**
10-20-4
Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Wet wash cloth under cutting board on food prep area.
21-04-4
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Multiple single service items in banquet room and storage room on floor **Repeat Violation**
25-05-4
Basic - Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. Observed unwashed avocados over ready to eat produce. Operator moved avocados to designated location in cooler. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-17-4
15
Feb 25, 2025
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 1 major violation. 7 minor violations.
View 11 violations
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Proper Sanitizer Contact Time and Concentration
FL-33
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure
FL-25
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
23
Sep 24, 2024
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Sep 16, 2024
Routine - Food
7 critical violations. 4 major violations. 12 minor violations.
View 23 violations
High Priority - Dishmachine not sanitizing properly. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. High temperature dishwasher machine only reaching 109F. **Warning**
22-49-4
High Priority - Employee handled soiled equipment or utensils and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Bartender handled personal cell phone and immediately handled clean containers of fruit without washing hands. Inspector coached employee on proper hand washing procedures. Employee washed hands correctly. **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
12A-13-4
High Priority - Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Two live flies in kitchen.
35A-02-6
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. In outside walk in freezer, raw duck stored over opened box of ready to eat corn. Items moved and stored correctly. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
08A-02-6
High Priority - Stop Sale issued due to adulteration of food product. One live fly landed on container of cheese in flip top cooler on cook line. Cheese discarded.
01B-03-5
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Spray bottle containing orange chemical cleaner stored on shelf next to liquid smoke in prep area. Bottle moved and stored correctly. **Corrected On-Site**
41-10-4
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Vacuum breaker missing at outside mop sink faucet where no hose is attached. Vacuum breaker missing at outside faucet where blue hose is attached. Manager went and purchased breakers during inspection. **Corrective Action Taken**
29-34-4
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. No written plan available. Inspector emailed Form 5030-104 (Clean Up Instructions for Vomitting/Diarrhea). **Corrective Action Taken**
11-27-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. At hand washing sink on cook line in kitchen. At hand washing sink in dry storage area. Towels provided. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. At hand washing sink on cook line in kitchen. At hand washing sink in dry storage area. Soap provided. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
31B-03-4
Intermediate - Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Missing for one employee working today.
53B-13-5
Basic - Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Small ramp floor to walk in cooler inside kitchen.
36-02-5
Basic - Single-service items for customer self-service not properly protected to prevent contamination. Clear unwrapped plastic straws at bar top. Straws removed. **Corrected On-Site**
25-09-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Soda gun holster in bar.
23-03-4
Basic - Equipment and utensils not washed, rinsed and sanitized in the correct order in three-compartment sink. Do not use dishes/equipment not properly sanitized. Dishwasher in back just rinsing off pans with spray hose. Sinks set up to be used correctly. **Corrected On-Site**
16-13-5
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Clean storage pans stored on rack/shelf near dish area.
24-08-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. At hand washing sink on cook line in kitchen. At hand washing sink in bar. Manager has signs and will post. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
31B-04-4
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Tongs hanging on handle of black utility cart on cook line. Tongs moved and stored correctly. **Corrected On-Site**
10-20-4
Basic - Employee drinking from an unenclosed beverage container in a food preparation/clean dishware area and the container does not have a dispensing mechanism to prevent hand contact with lip contact area of drink container. Employee styrofoam drink cup in kitchen near cook line. Cup discarded. **Corrected On-Site**
12B-12-5
Basic - Dead roaches on premises. One dead roach on floor in dry storage area. Dead roach discarded. **Corrected On-Site**
35A-03-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Container of oil on floor in prep area. Oil moved and stored correctly. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. License displayed expired 06/01/2024. Manager printed and posted new license. **Corrected On-Site**
50-09-4
Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. No covered receptacle in women's restroom in party area.
32-12-5
13
Jun 4, 2024
Complaint Full
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Shelled eggs over corn - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-08: Still the same **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-06-04: Shelled egg stored over lettuce **Admin Complaint**
08A-04-5
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Pans in raw beef stored over containers of salsa - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-08: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-06-04: Pan of Raw beef stored on container of Queso **Admin Complaint**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Handsink next to triple sink - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-08: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-06-04: Still no soap **Admin Complaint**
31B-03-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Unlabeled spray bottles with yellow substance inside - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-08: Bleach in spray bottle still unlabeled **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-06-04: Spray bottles still unlabeled **Admin Complaint**
41-17-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. -Handsink across from glass cooler - handsink next to triple sink -men's restroom handsink s - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-08: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-06-04: **Time Extended**
31B-04-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. 0 ppms chlorine bucket next to ovens - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-08: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-06-04: 0 ppms still **Admin Complaint**
21-07-4
55
Apr 8, 2024
Complaint Full
5 critical violations. 5 major violations. 8 minor violations.
View 18 violations
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Placed raw shrimp on grill and then removed avocado from plate - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-08: **Time Extended**
12A-09-4
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Raw chicken over raw beef in walk. In cooler - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-08: **Time Extended**
08A-20-5
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Pans in raw beef stored over containers of salsa - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-08: **Time Extended**
08A-05-6
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Shelled eggs over corn - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-08: Still the same **Time Extended**
08A-04-5
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Employee touched soiled apron/clothes and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Continued use of soiled cloth to wipe gloves between raw And ready to eat foods - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-08: **Time Extended**
12A-28-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Unlabeled spray bottles with yellow substance inside - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-08: Bleach in spray bottle still unlabeled **Time Extended**
41-17-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. -Can opener soiled with old pieces inside can opener - soda gun at bar Soiled - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-08: **Time Extended**
22-02-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Handsink next to triple sink - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-08: **Time Extended**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Handsink next to triple sink - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-08: **Time Extended**
31B-03-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Soap dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense soap. Soap dispenser at handsink on cook line, has hand sanitizer inside. No soap available - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-08: **Time Extended**
31B-06-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Bag in box soda, the bag stored on floor outside of box - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-08: **Time Extended**
08B-47-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Drink station next to bar ice scooper handle in ice - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-08: **Time Extended**
10-08-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Stored between wall and prep table in kitchen - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-08: Still stored between wall and table **Time Extended**
10-17-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. -Handsink across from glass cooler - handsink next to triple sink -men's restroom handsink s - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-08: **Time Extended**
31B-04-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. 0 ppms chlorine bucket next to ovens - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-08: **Time Extended**
21-07-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Fan covers in walk in cooler - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-08: **Time Extended**
36-34-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Designated employee eating/drinking/smoking area located in a food preparation or other restricted area causing possible cross contamination. Plates and drinks on top of glass cooler in wait station - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-08: **Time Extended**
12B-04-4
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. Personal jackets stored on seasoning rack in kitchen near dish storage - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-08: Purses and jackets still stored on kitchen seasoning racks **Time Extended**
40-06-5
19
Apr 3, 2024
Complaint Full
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 9 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Personal Cleanliness
FL-40
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
19
Mar 28, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 5 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 12 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Personal Cleanliness
FL-40
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
21
Sep 5, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 4 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 10 violations
Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Sewage and Wastewater Properly Disposed
FL-27
39
Mar 24, 2023
Routine - Food
1 major violation.
View 1 violation
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Walk in cooler moved from from In kitchen to side of building to expand kitchen. Handsinks removed **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-01-30: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2023-03-24: **Time Extended**
51-16-7
90
Jul 21, 2022
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Chicken tamales 50f beef tamales 53f in reach in cooler across from fryers placed on ice **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-07-21: Diced tomatoes 48f pico 50f sour cream 47f cut lettuce 49f cheese 49f Cooked peppers 50f **Admin Complaint**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Upper area of large ice machine near side door where outside walk in cooler is located **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-07-21: **Time Extended**
22-02-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Handsink on line blocked by rolling chart with tortillas **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-07-21: Sink still blocked **Time Extended**
31A-09-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. On back prep area, moved **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-07-21: Still there **Time Extended**
12B-07-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. In glass cooler near drink station personal drinks And sports cups **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-07-21: Still the same explained to operator **Time Extended**
12B-13-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Waste line missing at soda gun holster. At bar area **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-07-21: **Time Extended**
29-17-4
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Pepper's Cocina Mexicana (Fernandina) last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Pepper's Cocina Mexicana (Fernandina) on file is from Apr 7, 2026. The public record contains 13 inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Pepper's Cocina Mexicana (Fernandina)?

Across the inspection record, “no soap provided at handwash sink” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Pepper's Cocina Mexicana (Fernandina).

How does Pepper's Cocina Mexicana (Fernandina) compare to other restaurants in Fernandina Beach?

Pepper's Cocina Mexicana (Fernandina) most recently scored 50 out of 100, which is lower than the Fernandina Beach average of 69.

Has Pepper's Cocina Mexicana (Fernandina)'s inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Pepper's Cocina Mexicana (Fernandina) have averaged around 11 violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at Pepper's Cocina Mexicana (Fernandina) 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.

How often is Pepper's Cocina Mexicana (Fernandina) inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Pepper's Cocina Mexicana (Fernandina) is inspected around four times per year on average.