Tijuana Flats in Brooksville
Last inspected:
12320 Cortez Blvd, Brooksville, FL 34613Part of: Tijuana Flats Florida health inspections, violations & closures
Tijuana Flats in Brooksville has accumulated 119 violations across 27 inspections since 2017, averaging 4.4 per visit. The facility has not been shut down for health emergencies. Fire safety inspectors documented one violation in 2021 for a portable fire extinguisher in the red zone by the back door. The restaurant received one disciplinary action resulting in a $200 fine. The most frequently cited violations involve clean multi-use utensils, consumer advisories, and outer openings protection.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Tijuana Flats in Brooksville: Comparison to Hernando County Averages
Tijuana Flats in Brooksville: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $200.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2024053547 | $200.00 | Jul 10, 2024 | Miami (Doral) |
Tijuana Flats in Brooksville: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (1)
— 1 fire violation
— Complaint Full · 45-02-4 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Tijuana Flats in Brooksville: Full Inspection History — DBPR (27)
— 1 inspection2 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections3 violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 4 inspections21 violations · 10 high priority
— Complaint Full· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 1 inspection10 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 4 inspections13 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 4 inspections33 violations · 15 high priority
— Complaint Full· 9 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 14 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections2 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections2 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 5 inspections12 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Complied
— Complaint Full· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
— 1 inspection0 violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
Tijuana Flats in Brooksville: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Tijuana Flats in Brooksville last inspected?
- Tijuana Flats in Brooksville was last inspected by Florida DBPR on January 29, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- What are the most common violations at Tijuana Flats in Brooksville?
- The most frequently cited violations at Tijuana Flats in Brooksville are: Clean multi-use utensils, Consumer advisory, Food contact surfaces.
- How many health inspections has Tijuana Flats in Brooksville had?
- Tijuana Flats in Brooksville has had 27 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 4.4 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Tijuana Flats in Brooksville find?
- Tijuana Flats in Brooksville was most recently inspected on January 29, 2026 with 2 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Tijuana Flats in Brooksville ever been shut down?
- No, Tijuana Flats in Brooksville has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- What does Florida violation V22 (Consumer advisory) mean?
- Violation 22 (Consumer advisory) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/22.
- What does Florida violation V31 (Clean multi-use utensils) mean?
- Violation 31 (Clean multi-use utensils) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/31.
- Has Tijuana Flats in Brooksville had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, Tijuana Flats in Brooksville has 1 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has Tijuana Flats in Brooksville faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Tijuana Flats in Brooksville has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $200.00 in fines.
- How much has Tijuana Flats in Brooksville been fined?
- Tijuana Flats in Brooksville has been fined a total of $200.00 across 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
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Data Source: This report is based on official public inspection records from the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR) and the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS).
Editorial Process: Content generated using AI to synthesize complex regulatory data, then reviewed and verified for accuracy by our editorial team.
Disclaimer: All data reflects official state records at time of publication. Facilities may have since corrected cited violations, resolved enforcement actions, or changed ownership.
Editor: All content reviewed and verified by Christopher F. Nesbitt, Sr., Nationally Registered EMT & BU-trained Paralegal.
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