Tijuana Flats Burrito Co in Merritt Island
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76 E Merritt Island Cswy #104, Merritt Island, FL 32952Part of: Tijuana Flats Florida health inspections, violations & closures
Tijuana Flats Burrito Co. in Merritt Island operates with a concerning violation rate substantially above the Florida average. Across 32 inspections since 2016, the facility accumulated 208 violations, averaging 6.5 per inspection—25% higher than the statewide benchmark of 5.2. Employee health reporting violations appeared in at least 6 inspections, and chemical storage violations recurred across multiple years, indicating systemic management gaps. High-priority violations for proper cooking temperatures, hand washing, and employee health policy were documented repeatedly. The facility received one disciplinary action totaling $200 in fines. No emergency closures are on record. The most recent inspection on February 11, 2026 found 10 violations (2 high-priority, 4 intermediate, 2 basic) and was completed with no further action required.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Tijuana Flats Burrito Co in Merritt Island: Comparison to Brevard County Averages
This Facility
6.5
violations / inspection
6.5 violations per inspection
Brevard County Avg
5.94
violations / inspection
5.94 county average
This Facility
0
emergency closures
0 closures
Brevard County Avg
0.16
closures / facility
0.16 county average
Tijuana Flats Burrito Co in Merritt Island: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $200.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4--2018063764 | $200.00 | Sep 20, 2018 | Miami (Doral) |
Tijuana Flats Burrito Co in Merritt Island: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (2)
— 2 fire violations
— Routine - Food · 45-02-4 · Call Back - Complied
Inspector Observation: - From inspection on 2016-12-05: Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only. By men's restroom - From follow-up inspection on 2016-12-06: **Time Extended**
Legal Basis: Reporting: (d) The division, or its agent, shall notify the local firesafety authority or the State Fire Marshal of any readily observable violation of a rule adopted under chapter 633 which relates to public lodging establishments or public food establishments, and the identification of such violation does not require any firesafety inspection certification. For reporting purposes only.
— Routine - Food · 45-02-4 · Warning Issued
Inspector Observation: Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only. By men's restroom
Legal Basis: Reporting: (d) The division, or its agent, shall notify the local firesafety authority or the State Fire Marshal of any readily observable violation of a rule adopted under chapter 633 which relates to public lodging establishments or public food establishments, and the identification of such violation does not require any firesafety inspection certification. For reporting purposes only.
Tijuana Flats Burrito Co in Merritt Island: Full Inspection History — DBPR (32)
— 1 inspection5 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 4 inspections12 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections11 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections7 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections8 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections16 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 5 inspections24 violations · 15 high priority
— Complaint Full· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Partial· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections13 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 5 inspections26 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (6 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 4 inspections24 violations · 14 high priority
— Complaint Full· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Complaint Full· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections11 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
Tijuana Flats Burrito Co in Merritt Island: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Tijuana Flats Burrito Co in Merritt Island last inspected?
- Tijuana Flats Burrito Co. in Merritt Island was last inspected by Florida DBPR on February 11, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- What are the most common violations at Tijuana Flats Burrito Co in Merritt Island?
- The most frequently cited violations at Tijuana Flats Burrito Co. in Merritt Island are: Proper ventilation, Food contact surfaces, Clean multi-use utensils.
- How many health inspections has Tijuana Flats Burrito Co in Merritt Island had?
- Tijuana Flats Burrito Co. in Merritt Island has had 32 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 6.5 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Tijuana Flats Burrito Co in Merritt Island find?
- Tijuana Flats Burrito Co. in Merritt Island was most recently inspected on February 11, 2026 with 8 violation(s), including 2 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Tijuana Flats Burrito Co in Merritt Island ever been shut down?
- No, Tijuana Flats Burrito Co. in Merritt Island has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- What does Florida violation V03 (Employee health reporting) mean?
- Violation 03 (Employee health reporting) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/03.
- What does Florida violation V16 (Proper cooking temps) mean?
- Violation 16 (Proper cooking temps) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/16.
- 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 Burrito Co in Merritt Island had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, Tijuana Flats Burrito Co. in Merritt Island has 2 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has Tijuana Flats Burrito Co in Merritt Island faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Tijuana Flats Burrito Co. in Merritt Island has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $200.00 in fines.
- How much has Tijuana Flats Burrito Co in Merritt Island been fined?
- Tijuana Flats Burrito Co. in Merritt Island has been fined a total of $200.00 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.
Editor: All content reviewed and verified by Christopher F. Nesbitt, Sr., Nationally Registered EMT & BU-trained Paralegal.
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