Tijuana Flats in Lutz
Last inspected:
17475 N Dale Mabry Hwy, Lutz, FL 33548Part of: Tijuana Flats Florida health inspections, violations & closures
Tijuana Flats in Lutz has accumulated 106 violations across 27 inspections since 2017, averaging 3.9 violations per visit. The facility has never been shut down and has faced only one disciplinary action totaling $160 in fines. The most frequently cited violations involve clean multi-use utensils, outer openings protection, and consumer advisories. Recent inspection patterns show repeated warnings followed by compliant callbacks, with no fire safety violations documented.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Tijuana Flats in Lutz: Comparison to Hillsborough County Averages
Tijuana Flats in Lutz: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $160.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2024048637 | $160.00 | Apr 19, 2024 | Miami (Doral) |
Tijuana Flats in Lutz: Full Inspection History — DBPR (28)
— 2 inspections6 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— 3 inspections22 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections5 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 4 inspections17 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Complaint Full· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 5 inspections20 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Complaint Full· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Complaint Full· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections7 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 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 inspections4 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 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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— 3 inspections7 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 3 inspections13 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections4 violations · 1 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
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— Food-Licensing Inspection· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued
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Tijuana Flats in Lutz: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Tijuana Flats in Lutz last inspected?
- Tijuana Flats in Lutz was last inspected by Florida DBPR on April 23, 2026. The result was: Administrative complaint recommended.
- What are the most common violations at Tijuana Flats in Lutz?
- The most frequently cited violations at Tijuana Flats in Lutz are: Clean multi-use utensils, Outer openings protected, Consumer advisory.
- How many health inspections has Tijuana Flats in Lutz had?
- Tijuana Flats in Lutz has had 28 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 4 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Tijuana Flats in Lutz find?
- Tijuana Flats in Lutz was most recently inspected on April 23, 2026 with 6 violation(s), including 1 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Administrative complaint recommended.
- Has Tijuana Flats in Lutz ever been shut down?
- No, Tijuana Flats in Lutz has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- What does Florida violation V08 (Proper hand/arm washing) mean?
- Violation 08 (Proper hand/arm washing) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/08.
- What does Florida violation V12 (Shell stock requirements) mean?
- Violation 12 (Shell stock requirements) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/12.
- What does Florida violation V23 (Chemical properly stored) mean?
- Violation 23 (Chemical properly stored) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/23.
- Has Tijuana Flats in Lutz faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Tijuana Flats in Lutz has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $160.00 in fines.
- How much has Tijuana Flats in Lutz been fined?
- Tijuana Flats in Lutz has been fined a total of $160.00 across 1 disciplinary action(s) 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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