Vallarta Mexican Restaurant INC in Lutz
Last inspected:
22948 Sr 54, Lutz, FL 33549Vallarta Mexican Restaurant in Lutz has accumulated 577 violations across 48 inspections since 2016, averaging 12 per visit. The facility was shut down once for roach activity and has faced three disciplinary actions totaling $960 in fines. Recent inspection patterns show repeated non-compliance cycles, with an emergency order issued in January 2024 followed by multiple callback inspections, though compliance improved in 2025.
Most recent closure: January 24, 2024 for roach activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Vallarta Mexican Restaurant INC in Lutz: Comparison to Pasco County Averages
This Facility
12
violations / inspection
12 violations per inspection
Pasco County Avg
4.76
violations / inspection
4.76 county average
This Facility
1
emergency closures
1 closures
Pasco County Avg
0.25
closures / facility
0.25 county average
Vallarta Mexican Restaurant INC in Lutz: Emergency Closure History (1)
Vallarta Mexican Restaurant INC in Lutz: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (3)
Total fines on record: $960.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2024006623 | $600.00 | Jan 24, 2024 | Tampa | |
| 3--2019018710 | $160.00 | Mar 12, 2019 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 3--2019043304 | $200.00 | Jun 25, 2019 | Miami (Doral) |
Vallarta Mexican Restaurant INC in Lutz: Full Inspection History — DBPR (49)
— 1 inspection7 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections15 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 9 inspections49 violations · 36 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (6 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (8 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— Complaint Full· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Complied
— Complaint Full· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
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— Complaint Full· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Time Extension
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— Complaint Full· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
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— 7 inspections71 violations · 50 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 17 violations (10 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 9 violations (8 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 15 violations (11 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 13 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 2 inspections12 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 3 inspections19 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Complaint Full· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— 4 inspections13 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— 12 inspections92 violations · 57 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 16 violations (11 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 14 violations (10 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 4 inspections40 violations · 25 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 12 violations (7 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Routine - Food· 15 violations (10 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 inspections21 violations · 16 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 15 violations (11 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 3 inspections26 violations · 17 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Routine - Food· 14 violations (10 high priority)· Warning Issued
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Vallarta Mexican Restaurant INC in Lutz: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Vallarta Mexican Restaurant INC in Lutz last inspected?
- Vallarta Mexican Restaurant INC in Lutz was last inspected by Florida DBPR on April 21, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- When was Vallarta Mexican Restaurant INC in Lutz last shut down?
- Vallarta Mexican Restaurant INC in Lutz was last shut down on January 24, 2024 for roach activity. This data reflects state records at time of publication. The facility may have since resolved these issues.
- What are the most common violations at Vallarta Mexican Restaurant INC in Lutz?
- The most frequently cited violations at Vallarta Mexican Restaurant INC in Lutz are: Proper ventilation, Consumer advisory, Food contact surfaces.
- How many health inspections has Vallarta Mexican Restaurant INC in Lutz had?
- Vallarta Mexican Restaurant INC in Lutz has had 49 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 12 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Vallarta Mexican Restaurant INC in Lutz find?
- Vallarta Mexican Restaurant INC in Lutz was most recently inspected on April 21, 2026 with 10 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Vallarta Mexican Restaurant INC in Lutz ever been shut down?
- Yes, Vallarta Mexican Restaurant INC in Lutz has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- What does Florida violation V02 (Employee health policy) mean?
- Violation 02 (Employee health policy) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/02.
- 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 V14 (Food contact surfaces) mean?
- Violation 14 (Food contact surfaces) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/14.
- Has Vallarta Mexican Restaurant INC in Lutz faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Vallarta Mexican Restaurant INC in Lutz has 3 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $960.00 in fines.
- How much has Vallarta Mexican Restaurant INC in Lutz been fined?
- Vallarta Mexican Restaurant INC in Lutz has been fined a total of $960.00 across 3 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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