Lutz — Food Safety Records
Lutz, Florida has 162 food establishments with 2,743 inspections on record. The pass rate is 91.7%, above the state average of 85.7%. Inspections average 4.4 violations per visit.
Largest fine: $400 assessed to Umami Sushi in Lutz on February 23, 2026.
Data from Florida DBPR. Updated September 2026.
Lutz Restaurants: Comparison to Florida State Averages
Lutz
91.7%
Pass Rate
91.7%
Florida Average
85.7%
Pass Rate
85.7%
Lutz
4.4
Avg Violations / Inspection
4.4
Florida Average
4.7
Avg Violations / Inspection
4.7
Lutz
0
Closures per 100 Facilities
0
Florida Average
1.96
Closures per 100 Facilities
1.96
Lutz Restaurants: Recent Inspections (Last 30 Days)
| Date | Business | Violations | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| San Jose Mexican Restaurant | 8 (2 high) | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Dunkin Donuts # 354255 | 3 | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Tavern at Cheval | 0 | Call Back - Complied | |
| Rice N Roll | 3 | Call Back - Complied | |
| Hungry Greek Ballentrae | 2 | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Tavern at Cheval | 6 (4 high) | Emergency order recommended | |
| Rice N Roll | 9 (3 high) | Warning Issued | |
| Thai Cafe Modern | 0 | Call Back - Complied | |
| Blaze Pizza Store 1415 | 1 | Call Back - Complied | |
| Food+beer | 0 | Call Back - Complied |
Lutz Restaurants: Most Common Health Violations
| Code | Violation | Citations |
|---|---|---|
| 22 | Consumer advisory | 34,902 |
| 08 | Proper hand/arm washing | 23,711 |
| 12 | Shell stock requirements | 23,144 |
| 03 | Employee health reporting | 18,505 |
| 31 | Clean multi-use utensils | 17,364 |
Lutz Restaurants: Disciplinary Actions & Fines
Largest Fines (Past 12 Months)
| Date | Business | Fine | Case |
|---|---|---|---|
| Feb 23, 2026 | Umami Sushi | $400 | 3--2026002412 |
| Aug 6, 2026 | Discovery 2.0 Indian Cuisine | $320 | 3--2026021250 |
| Jan 12, 2026 | Super Tequeno | $200 | 3--2025089961 |
| Feb 26, 2026 | Plaza Tapatia Mexican Restaurant Bar and Grill | $200 | 3--2026003381 |
| Oct 14, 2025 | Brunchies Lutz | $200 | 3--2025067614 |
| Dec 1, 2025 | Bincho Tan | $200 | 3--2025078371 |
| Oct 29, 2025 | Mdp Liquor 20 | $160 | 3--2025071246 |
Lutz Restaurants: Fire Safety Violations
Most Common Fire Safety Issues
| Issue | Citations |
|---|---|
| Other fire safety violation | 10 |
| Exit blocked or locked | 8 |
| Fire extinguisher in red zone | 5 |
Lutz: Notable Restaurants
Tavern at Cheval
39 inspections
219 violations
2 closures
Cheddar's Casual Cafe
29 inspections
136 violations
2 closures
Vallarta Mexican Restaurant INC
50 inspections
599 violations
1 closures
Slider & Flight
48 inspections
344 violations
1 closures
Thai Chilli Pepper Lutz
48 inspections
567 violations
1 closures
Dunkin Donuts # 354255
15 inspections
65 violations
Lutz: Restaurant Chains (DBPR)
| Chain | Locations | Violations | Closures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dunkin | 4 | 280 | 0 |
| McDonalds | 4 | 141 | 0 |
| Chick-fil-a | 3 | 101 | 1 |
| Taco Bell | 3 | 166 | 0 |
| Chipotle | 2 | 65 | 0 |
| Carrabbas | 2 | 164 | 0 |
| Chicken Salad Chick | 2 | 108 | 0 |
| Tijuana Flats | 2 | 275 | 0 |
| Burger King | 2 | 51 | 0 |
| First Watch | 2 | 118 | 0 |
Lutz Restaurant Inspections: FAQ
- How many restaurants are in Lutz?
- Lutz, Florida has 162 food establishments tracked by the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR).
- What is the restaurant inspection pass rate in Lutz?
- The current pass rate for food establishments in Lutz is 91.7%. The Florida state average is 85.7%.
- What are the most common health violations in Lutz?
- The most frequently cited violations in Lutz are: Consumer advisory, Proper hand/arm washing, Shell stock requirements.
- Which restaurant chain has the most locations in Lutz?
- Dunkin has the most locations in Lutz with 4 establishments.
- How does Lutz compare to the Florida state average?
- Lutz has a pass rate of 91.7%, which is 6 percentage points above the state average of 85.7%. The average violations per inspection is 4.4 compared to the state average of 4.68.
- How often are restaurants inspected in Lutz?
- Food establishments in Lutz have an average of 16.9 inspections on record. Florida DBPR conducts routine inspections based on facility type and risk level.
- How much in fines have restaurants in Lutz been assessed?
- Food establishments in Lutz have been assessed $16,300 in fines across 52 disciplinary actions. The average fine is $313 and the largest single fine was $800.
- How many fire safety violations have been found in Lutz restaurants?
- 23 fire safety violations have been documented across 14 food establishments in Lutz. The most common issue is other fire safety violation.
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Lutz Restaurants & Food Establishments (161)
Tavern at Cheval 2 closures
4312 CHEVAL BLVD, Lutz
39 inspections · 219 violations · Last: Sep 2026Cheddar's Casual Cafe 2 closures
2391 SUN VISTA DR, Lutz
29 inspections · 136 violations · Last: Jul 2026Vallarta Mexican Restaurant INC 1 closure
22948 SR 54, Lutz
50 inspections · 599 violations · Last: Aug 2026Thai Chilli Pepper Lutz 1 closure
17669 N DALE MABRY HWY, Lutz
48 inspections · 567 violations · Last: May 2026Slider & Flight 1 closure
3973 VAN DYKE RD, Lutz
48 inspections · 344 violations · Last: Jul 2026Garden Mediterranean Grill 1 closure
1900 OAK GROVE BLVD, Lutz
41 inspections · 311 violations · Last: Apr 2026Bangkok Sushi 1 closure
16541 POINTE VILLAGE DR #101, Lutz
35 inspections · 272 violations · Last: Apr 2026Rice N Roll 1 closure
19243 N DALE MABRY HWY, Lutz
26 inspections · 256 violations · Last: Sep 2026China Taste 1 closure
3967 VAN DYKE RD #301, Lutz
22 inspections · 231 violations · Last: Jul 2026Panera Bread #1637 1 closure
23388 STATE RD 54 UNIT 107, Lutz
28 inspections · 131 violations · Last: Sep 2026Culvers 1 closure
2303 SUN VISTA DR, Lutz
31 inspections · 118 violations · Last: Jul 2026Chick-fil-a at Cypress Creek Town Center 1 closure
2349 SUN VISTA DR, Lutz
24 inspections · 75 violations · Last: Aug 2026Residence Inn Tampa Suncoast Parkway at Northpointe Village 1 closure
2101 NORTHPOINTE PKWY, Lutz
15 inspections · 51 violations · Last: Oct 2025Great Catch
18421 US HWY 41 STE 18, Lutz
31 inspections · 310 violations · Last: Feb 2026Umami Sushi
17677 N DALE MABRY HWY, Lutz
36 inspections · 307 violations · Last: May 2026China Moon
18933 SR 54, Lutz
34 inspections · 307 violations · Last: Aug 2026Capri Pizza & Pasta
19265 DALE MABRY HWY, Lutz
45 inspections · 302 violations · Last: Jun 2026Happy Hangar Cafe
4241 BIRDSONG BLVD, Lutz
34 inspections · 301 violations · Last: Aug 2026San Jose Mexican Restaurant
16540 POINTE VILLAGE DRIVE STE 112, Lutz
36 inspections · 278 violations · Last: Sep 2026Ayoki LLC
23042 SR 54, Lutz
30 inspections · 257 violations · Last: Sep 2026