Lutz — Food Safety Records: DBPR & FDACS

Overview

Lutz, Florida has 254 food establishments with 2,571 inspections on record. The pass rate is 91.5%, above the state average of 86%. Inspections average 4.4 violations per visit.

Largest fine: $400 assessed to Umami Sushi in Lutz on February 23, 2026.

Data from Florida DBPR (restaurants) and FDACS (retail food). Updated May 2026.

254Facilities
2,571Total Inspections
0Closures 2026
91.5%Pass Rate
4.4Avg Violations

Most-Inspected Facilities

BusinessInspectionsViolationsClosures
Tavern at Cheval 36 209 2
Cheddar's Casual Cafe 27 132 2
Vallarta Mexican Restaurant INC 49 587 1
Thai Chilli Pepper Lutz 47 567 1
Slider & Flight 46 337 1

Lutz Restaurants: Comparison to Florida State Averages

Lutz 91.5% Pass Rate 91.5%
Florida Average 86% Pass Rate 86%
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 1.37 Closures per 100 Facilities 1.37

Lutz Restaurants: Recent Inspections (Last 30 Days)

DateBusinessViolationsResult
Main Event Wesley Chapel 5 Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Longhorn Steakhouse #5561 1 Call Back - Complied
Food+beer 1 Call Back - Complied
Thai Cafe Modern 7 Inspection Completed - No Further Action
McDonalds 2 Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Bare Buns Cafe 3 Call Back - Complied
Revelations Cafe 2 Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Rice N Roll 8 (3 high) Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Mr. Empanada 4 (2 high) Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Lutz Country Store and Cafe 8 (2 high) Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Lutz Restaurants: Most Common Health Violations

Lutz Restaurants: Disciplinary Actions & Fines

61Actions on Record
$20,300Total Fines
$333Avg Fine
$1,200Largest Fine
39Facilities Fined

Largest Fines (Past 12 Months)

DateBusinessFineCase
Feb 23, 2026 Umami Sushi $400 3--2026002412
Jan 12, 2026 Super Tequeno $200 3--2025089961
Oct 14, 2025 Brunchies Lutz $200 3--2025067614
Aug 13, 2025 Taco Time Authentic Mexican Food $200 3--2025044690
Aug 7, 2025 Great Catch $200 3--2025042888
Feb 26, 2026 Plaza Tapatia Mexican Restaurant Bar and Grill $200 3--2026003381
Dec 1, 2025 Bincho Tan $200 3--2025078371
Aug 12, 2025 Tpc Tampa Bay $160 3--2025034519
Sep 17, 2025 Marco's Pizza 8117 $160 3--2025060910
Sep 8, 2025 Carrabba's Italian Grill $160 3--2025060949

Lutz Restaurants: Fire Safety Violations

23Fire Violations
14Facilities Cited

Most Common Fire Safety Issues

IssueCitations
Other fire safety violation 10
Exit blocked or locked 8
Fire extinguisher in red zone 5

Lutz Retail Food: FDACS Inspection Records

In addition to restaurants, Florida's Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) inspects grocery stores, markets, gas station food sections, and other retail food establishments. Lutz has 104 FDACS-regulated facilities with 252 inspections on record and 17 stop-sale orders issued.

104Retail Facilities
252FDACS Inspections
17Stop-Sale Orders
4Orders in 2026

Lutz FDACS: Recent Stop-Sale Orders

A stop-sale order prohibits a retail food establishment from selling specific products found to be unsafe, improperly stored, mislabeled, or non-compliant with Florida food code. Products may be embargoed, destroyed, or returned to the distributor.

DateFacilityProductReason
Oscar Food Mart Brand Name: (Lot #:) FS 500; FAC 5K-4 Violation of Florida Food Law.* Container Requirements
Oscar Food Mart Brand Name: (Lot #:) FS 500; FAC 5K-4 Violation of Florida Food Law.* Container Requirements
Oscar Food Mart Brand Name: (Lot #:) FS 500; FAC 5K-4 Violation of Florida Food Law.* Container Requirements
Oscar Food Mart Brand Name: (Lot #:) FS 500; FAC 5K-4 Violation of Florida Food Law.* Container Requirements
Lutz Petroleom 01 LLC Brand Name: (Lot #:) FS 500.04; FS 500.10 Adulterated.* Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food: Pro…
Prime-butcher-shoppe-399104 Brand Name: (Lot #:) FS 500; FAC 5K-4 Violation of Florida Food Law.* Safe Food and Water: Special pr…
Prime-butcher-shoppe-399104 Brand Name: (Lot #:) FS 500.04; FS 500.10 Adulterated.* Safe Food and Water: Special process approval…
Prime-butcher-shoppe-399104 Brand Name: (Lot #:) FS 500; FAC 5K-4 Violation of Florida Food Law.* Safe Food and Water: Special pr…
E-m-j-food-mart-LLC-422905 Brand Name: (Lot #:) 500.10(1)(a), 581.217(3)(e), F.S., 893.03(1)(c)190.a., F.S.* Controlled Substanc…
E-m-j-food-mart-LLC-422905 Brand Name: (Lot #:) 500.10(1)(a), 581.217(3)(e), F.S., 893.03(1)(c)190.a., F.S.* Controlled Substanc…

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Lutz FDACS: Most Cited Code Violations

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Lutz Retail Food Chains (FDACS)

ChainLocationsStop-Sale OrdersCitations
Starbucks 4 77 1,170
Walgreens 3 1 743
Circle K 3 102 1,574
7-Eleven 3 84 2,422
Dollar Tree 2 9 1,084
RaceTrac 2 29 460
Aldi 2 2 310
Publix 2 30 875

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Lutz: Notable Restaurants

Lutz: Restaurant Chains (DBPR)

ChainLocationsViolationsClosures
McDonalds 4 141 0
Dunkin 4 277 0
Chick-fil-a 3 91 1
Taco Bell 3 158 0
Carrabbas 2 155 0
Chicken Salad Chick 2 103 0
Burger King 2 48 0
First Watch 2 109 0
Jersey Mikes 2 73 0
Tijuana Flats 2 262 0

Lutz Restaurant Inspections: FAQ

How many restaurants are in Lutz?
Lutz, Florida has 254 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 91.5%. The Florida state average is 86%.
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?
McDonalds has the most locations in Lutz with 4 establishments.
How does Lutz compare to the Florida state average?
Lutz has a pass rate of 91.5%, which is 5.5 percentage points above the state average of 86%. The average violations per inspection is 4.4 compared to the state average of 4.67.
How often are restaurants inspected in Lutz?
Food establishments in Lutz have an average of 10.1 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 $20,300 in fines across 61 disciplinary actions. The average fine is $333 and the largest single fine was $1,200.
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.
Are grocery stores and retail food stores in Lutz inspected?
Yes. The Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) inspects retail food establishments — grocery stores, gas station food sections, markets, and convenience stores. Lutz, Florida has 104 FDACS-regulated retail food facilities with 252 inspections on record.
How many FDACS stop-sale orders have been issued in Lutz?
FDACS has issued 17 stop-sale orders at retail food establishments in Lutz, including 4 in 2026. A stop-sale order prohibits a facility from selling specific products found to be unsafe, mislabeled, or non-compliant with Florida food code.

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Lutz Restaurants & Food Establishments (250)

Ayoki LLC

23042 SR 54, Lutz

28 inspections · 241 violations · Last: Jan 2026

Black Sheep American Pub

18450 US 41, Lutz

26 inspections · 225 violations · Last: Jan 2026

Breakfast Nook

1532 LAND O LAKES BLVD STE A, Lutz

29 inspections · 223 violations · Last: Feb 2026

Brass Tap

18835 STATE RD 54, Lutz

30 inspections · 216 violations · Last: Apr 2026

Super Tequeno

101 FLAGSHIP DR, Lutz

30 inspections · 213 violations

Brunchies Lutz

24400 SR 54, Lutz

31 inspections · 211 violations · Last: Apr 2026

Osaka Express INC

18855 SR 54, Lutz

28 inspections · 203 violations · Last: Apr 2026

Villaggio Ristorante De Beppe

102 FLAGSHIP DR, Lutz

26 inspections · 199 violations · Last: Aug 2025

Glory Days Grill

16553 POINTE VILLAGE DR, Lutz

34 inspections · 197 violations · Last: Apr 2026

Pizza Suprema

1905 COLLIER PKWY, Lutz

26 inspections · 188 violations · Last: Apr 2026

Discovery 2.0 Indian Cuisine

23020 FL 54 STE 505, Lutz

25 inspections · 179 violations · Last: Oct 2025

House of China

18463 N US HWY 41, Lutz

23 inspections · 173 violations · Last: Apr 2026

Southerneaze Bar and Grill

18430 LIVINGSTON AVE, Lutz

26 inspections · 172 violations · Last: Mar 2026

Thai Cafe Modern

18431 N US HWY 41, Lutz

25 inspections · 156 violations · Last: Jan 2026

Bincho Tan

3949 VAN DYKE RD, Lutz

24 inspections · 153 violations · Last: Oct 2025

Double Bogey's Tavern & Grille

19502 HERITAGE HARBOR PKWY, Lutz

27 inspections · 150 violations · Last: Feb 2026

Tijuana Flats Burrito Co

23100 SR 54 #101, Lutz

27 inspections · 150 violations · Last: Apr 2026

Mr. Empanada

17693 N DALE MABRY HWY, Lutz

25 inspections · 149 violations · Last: Apr 2026

Calusa Pizza and Craft

17695 N DALE MABRY HWY, Lutz

28 inspections · 143 violations · Last: Apr 2026

Very Berry Brunch

19255 N DALE MABRY HWY, Lutz

24 inspections · 141 violations · Last: Mar 2026