Tapatio's Restaurante Mexicano in Lakeland
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734 E Memorial Blvd, Lakeland, FL 33801-8806Tapatio's Restaurante Mexicano in Lakeland accumulated 99 violations across 20 inspections between October 2021 and December 2025, averaging 4.95 violations per inspection—consistent with the Florida statewide average of 5.2. The facility has not experienced emergency closures. Shell stock requirements violations appeared in five separate inspections, with consumer advisory violations cited in four inspections. Chemical storage violations were documented in at least three inspections. Employee health policy violations, food contact surface violations, and time-as-control violations also appeared across multiple inspections. The most recent inspection on December 10, 2025 found 9 violations and was completed with no further action required.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records. This facility has an active inspection record with the Florida DBPR.
Tapatio's Restaurante Mexicano in Lakeland: Comparison to Polk County Averages
Tapatio's Restaurante Mexicano in Lakeland: Full Inspection History — DBPR (23)
— 3 inspections6 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 2 inspections4 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections8 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
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— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections10 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 1 inspection5 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections11 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Basic Violations
— 3 inspections11 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 4 inspections22 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Complaint Full· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
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— Complaint Full· 14 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
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Basic Violations
— 2 inspections6 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 1 inspection9 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Tapatio's Restaurante Mexicano in Lakeland: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Tapatio's Restaurante Mexicano in Lakeland last inspected?
- Tapatio's Restaurante Mexicano in Lakeland was last inspected by Florida DBPR on September 9, 2026. The result was: Call Back - Complied.
- What are the most common violations at Tapatio's Restaurante Mexicano in Lakeland?
- The most frequently cited violations at Tapatio's Restaurante Mexicano in Lakeland are: Consumer advisory, Proper ventilation, Clean multi-use utensils.
- How many health inspections has Tapatio's Restaurante Mexicano in Lakeland had?
- Tapatio's Restaurante Mexicano in Lakeland has had 23 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 4.6 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Tapatio's Restaurante Mexicano in Lakeland find?
- Tapatio's Restaurante Mexicano in Lakeland was most recently inspected on September 9, 2026 with 0 violation(s). Disposition: Call Back - Complied.
- Has Tapatio's Restaurante Mexicano in Lakeland ever been shut down?
- No, Tapatio's Restaurante Mexicano in Lakeland has no emergency closures 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.
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