Lutz — Food Safety Records: DBPR & FDACS
Lutz, Florida has 255 food establishments with 2,608 inspections on record. The pass rate is 91.6%, above the state average of 85.9%. Inspections average 4.5 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 June 2026.
Most-Inspected Facilities
| Business | Inspections | Violations | Closures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tavern at Cheval | 37 | 213 | 2 |
| Cheddar's Casual Cafe | 27 | 132 | 2 |
| Vallarta Mexican Restaurant INC | 49 | 587 | 1 |
| Thai Chilli Pepper Lutz | 48 | 567 | 1 |
| Slider & Flight | 47 | 342 | 1 |
Lutz Restaurants: Comparison to Florida State Averages
Lutz
91.6%
Pass Rate
91.6%
Florida Average
85.9%
Pass Rate
85.9%
Lutz
4.5
Avg Violations / Inspection
4.5
Florida Average
4.7
Avg Violations / Inspection
4.7
Lutz
0
Closures per 100 Facilities
0
Florida Average
1.35
Closures per 100 Facilities
1.35
Lutz Restaurants: Recent Inspections (Last 30 Days)
| Date | Business | Violations | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| Glory Days Grill | 3 | Call Back - Complied | |
| Villaggio Ristorante De Beppe | 8 | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Carrabba's Italian Grill | 2 | Call Back - Complied | |
| Rodizio Grill Wesley Grill | 0 | Call Back - Complied | |
| Louie's Wine Bar | 6 | Warning Issued | |
| Tampa Steak and Sushi | 8 (1 high) | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Capri Pizza & Pasta | 6 (1 high) | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Southerneaze Bar and Grill | 4 | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Bare Buns Cafe | 1 | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Roong Aroon Thai Cafe | 2 | 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 |
| 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
Most Common Fire Safety Issues
| Issue | Citations |
|---|---|
| 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.
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.
| Date | Facility | Product | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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)
| Chain | Locations | Stop-Sale Orders | Citations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Starbucks | 4 | 77 | 1,170 |
| 7-Eleven | 3 | 84 | 2,422 |
| Walgreens | 3 | 1 | 743 |
| Circle K | 3 | 102 | 1,574 |
| Dollar Tree | 2 | 9 | 1,084 |
| RaceTrac | 2 | 29 | 460 |
| Aldi | 2 | 2 | 310 |
| Publix | 2 | 30 | 875 |
Lutz: Notable Restaurants
Tavern at Cheval
37 inspections
213 violations
2 closures
Cheddar's Casual Cafe
27 inspections
132 violations
2 closures
Vallarta Mexican Restaurant INC
49 inspections
587 violations
1 closures
Thai Chilli Pepper Lutz
48 inspections
567 violations
1 closures
Slider & Flight
47 inspections
342 violations
1 closures
Glory Days Grill
35 inspections
200 violations
Lutz: Restaurant Chains (DBPR)
| Chain | Locations | Violations | Closures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dunkin | 4 | 277 | 0 |
| McDonalds | 4 | 141 | 0 |
| Taco Bell | 3 | 158 | 0 |
| Chick-fil-a | 3 | 91 | 1 |
| Culvers | 2 | 132 | 1 |
| Subway | 2 | 97 | 0 |
| Carrabbas | 2 | 157 | 0 |
| Chicken Salad Chick | 2 | 103 | 0 |
| Burger King | 2 | 48 | 0 |
| First Watch | 2 | 112 | 0 |
Lutz Restaurant Inspections: FAQ
- How many restaurants are in Lutz?
- Lutz, Florida has 255 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 85.9%.
- 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 5.7 percentage points above the state average of 85.9%. The average violations per inspection is 4.5 compared to the state average of 4.66.
- How often are restaurants inspected in Lutz?
- Food establishments in Lutz have an average of 10.2 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 (251)
Woodstock Smoke Shop LLC FDACS Retail
18125 N US Highway 41 Ste 108, Lutz
FDACS Retail Food · Specialty Shop - HempHobby Lobby Stores INC. #865 FDACS Retail
25675 SIERRA CENTER BLVD, Lutz
FDACS Retail Food · Minor Outlet/Prepackaged/No PHFVapor & Pipes Smoke Shop FDACS Retail
6050 Van Dyke RD, Lutz
FDACS Retail Food · Specialty Shop - HempRacetrac # 2458 FDACS Retail
16707 SR 54, Lutz
FDACS Retail Food · Convenience Store Significant FS AND/OR Packaged IceCvs Pharmacy # 01771 FDACS Retail
2322 Land O Lakes Blvd, Lutz
FDACS Retail Food · Minor Outlet with PerishablesGeneral Nutrition Center # 5545 FDACS Retail
23032 State Road 54, Lutz
FDACS Retail Food · Health Food StoreThe Smoke Plug III FDACS Retail
18125 US 41, Lutz
FDACS Retail Food · Specialty Shop - Hemp7-eleven Store# 38299a / Tda Nitya Laxmi Usa INC FDACS Retail
19677 State Road 54, Lutz
FDACS Retail Food · Convenience Store Limited FSLucid Smoke Shop FDACS Retail
1904 Oak Grove Blvd, Lutz
FDACS Retail Food · Specialty Shop - HempNoori & Keel FDACS Retail
19239 N Dale Mabry Hwy, Lutz
FDACS Retail Food · Convenience Store Limited FSAldi #142 FDACS Retail
2500 Skybrooke Blvd, Lutz
FDACS Retail Food · Grocery Store < 15,000 sq ftWalgreens #21458 FDACS Retail
2459 Sunlake Blvd, Lutz
FDACS Retail Food · Minor Outlet with Perishables7-eleven #23403a FDACS Retail
18902 N Dale Mabry Hwy, Lutz
FDACS Retail Food · Convenience Store Limited FSWalmart #988 Fuel Station FDACS Retail
21035 WALMART WAY, Lutz
FDACS Retail Food · Convenience Store Limited FSBun to Belly FDACS Retail
18714 Yocam Ave, Lutz
FDACS Retail Food · Mobile VendorSwig Drinks - Sunlake FDACS Retail
19093 Wingshooter Way, Lutz
FDACS Retail Food · Convenience Store Limited FSTarget # 2118 FDACS Retail
1040 Dale Mabry Hwy, Lutz
FDACS Retail Food · SupermarketJohn's Butcher Shop INC FDACS Retail
102 1st Ave SW, Lutz
FDACS Retail Food · Meat Market RetailVw Publix 0831 FDACS Retail
19221 N Dale Mabry Hwy, Lutz
FDACS Retail Food · Vended WaterBurlington Coat Factory #1123 FDACS Retail
25589 Sierra Center Blvd, Lutz
FDACS Retail Food · Minor Outlet/Prepackaged/No PHF