Lutz — Food Safety Records
Lutz, Florida has 155 food establishments with 2,675 inspections on record. The pass rate is 91.6%, above the state average of 85.8%. 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 August 2026.
Lutz Restaurants: Comparison to Florida State Averages
Lutz
91.6%
Pass Rate
91.6%
Florida Average
85.8%
Pass Rate
85.8%
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
2
Closures per 100 Facilities
2
Lutz Restaurants: Recent Inspections (Last 30 Days)
| Date | Business | Violations | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brass Tap | 0 | Call Back - Complied | |
| Sofresh Lutz | 2 | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Outback Steakhouse | 2 (1 high) | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Chick-fil-a at Cypress Creek Town Center | 4 (2 high) | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Chick-fil-a at Cypress Creek Town Center | 2 | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Fords Garage | 4 | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Ny City Woodfired & Ny Pizza | 8 | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Keke's Breakfast Cafe | 6 (1 high) | Warning Issued | |
| Tijuana Flats Burrito Co | 5 (2 high) | Administrative complaint recommended | |
| China Moon | 9 (4 high) | Inspection Completed - No Further Action |
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 |
| 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 |
| Sep 17, 2025 | Marco's Pizza 8117 | $160 | 3--2025060910 |
| Sep 8, 2025 | Carrabba's Italian Grill | $160 | 3--2025060949 |
| 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
37 inspections
213 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
Sofresh Lutz
9 inspections
26 violations
Lutz: Restaurant Chains (DBPR)
| Chain | Locations | Violations | Closures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dunkin | 4 | 277 | 0 |
| McDonalds | 4 | 141 | 0 |
| Chick-fil-a | 3 | 99 | 1 |
| Taco Bell | 3 | 160 | 0 |
| Culvers | 2 | 142 | 1 |
| Subway | 2 | 100 | 0 |
| Chipotle | 2 | 63 | 0 |
| Carrabbas | 2 | 157 | 0 |
| Chicken Salad Chick | 2 | 105 | 0 |
| Tijuana Flats | 2 | 267 | 0 |
Lutz Restaurant Inspections: FAQ
- How many restaurants are in Lutz?
- Lutz, Florida has 155 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 91.6%. The Florida state average is 85.8%.
- 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 91.6%, which is 5.8 percentage points above the state average of 85.8%. 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 17.3 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 $15,980 in fines across 51 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 (154)
Tpc Tampa Bay
5300 W LUTZ LAKE FERN RD, Lutz
32 inspections · 249 violations · Last: May 2026Black Sheep American Pub
18450 US 41, Lutz
27 inspections · 232 violations · Last: May 2026Breakfast Nook
1532 LAND O LAKES BLVD STE A, Lutz
30 inspections · 229 violations · Last: Jul 2026Super Tequeno
101 FLAGSHIP DR, Lutz
32 inspections · 221 violations · Last: Jul 2026Brass Tap
18835 STATE RD 54, Lutz
32 inspections · 220 violations · Last: Aug 2026Brunchies Lutz
24400 SR 54, Lutz
31 inspections · 211 violations · Last: Apr 2026Villaggio Ristorante De Beppe
102 FLAGSHIP DR, Lutz
27 inspections · 207 violations · Last: Jun 2026Osaka Express INC
18855 SR 54, Lutz
28 inspections · 203 violations · Last: Apr 2026Glory Days Grill
16553 POINTE VILLAGE DR, Lutz
35 inspections · 200 violations · Last: Jun 2026Pizza Suprema
1905 COLLIER PKWY, Lutz
26 inspections · 188 violations · Last: Apr 2026Discovery 2.0 Indian Cuisine
23020 FL 54 STE 505, Lutz
26 inspections · 187 violations · Last: May 2026Southerneaze Bar and Grill
18430 LIVINGSTON AVE, Lutz
27 inspections · 176 violations · Last: Jun 2026House of China
18463 N US HWY 41, Lutz
24 inspections · 173 violations · Last: May 2026Bincho Tan
3949 VAN DYKE RD, Lutz
25 inspections · 161 violations · Last: May 2026Double Bogey's Tavern & Grille
19502 HERITAGE HARBOR PKWY, Lutz
29 inspections · 156 violations · Last: Jul 2026Thai Cafe Modern
18431 N US HWY 41, Lutz
25 inspections · 156 violations · Last: May 2026Tijuana Flats Burrito Co
23100 SR 54 #101, Lutz
28 inspections · 155 violations · Last: Aug 2026Mr. Empanada
17693 N DALE MABRY HWY, Lutz
25 inspections · 149 violations · Last: Apr 2026Calusa Pizza and Craft
17695 N DALE MABRY HWY, Lutz
29 inspections · 143 violations · Last: Jul 2026Very Berry Brunch
19255 N DALE MABRY HWY, Lutz
24 inspections · 141 violations · Last: Mar 2026