El Tapatio Mexican Restaurant in Orlando
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13400 S Orange Blossom Trl, Orlando, FL 32837El Tapatio Mexican Restaurant in Orlando has been inspected 25 times since 2016, averaging 8.7 violations per inspection—significantly above Florida's statewide average of 5.2. The facility accumulated 218 total violations on record with no emergency closures. Proper hand and arm washing violations, consumer advisory violations, and correct procedures violations appear as recurring high-priority findings across multiple inspections. The facility received one disciplinary action totaling $200 in fines. Recent inspections show persistent compliance issues: the November 25, 2025 inspection documented hand washing and proper cooking temperature violations among 21 violations; the December 8, 2025 inspection resulted in an admin complaint recommendation after 15 violations; and the December 9, 2025 call-back inspection showed compliance with prior violations. The most recent inspection on April 1, 2026 found 8 violations including food contact surface and consumer advisory violations, resulting in a warning issued.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records. This facility has an active inspection record with the Florida DBPR.
El Tapatio Mexican Restaurant in Orlando: Comparison to Orange County Averages
El Tapatio Mexican Restaurant in Orlando: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $200.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4--2022004401 | $200.00 | Nov 10, 2021 | Miami (Doral) |
El Tapatio Mexican Restaurant in Orlando: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (1)
— 1 fire violation
— Complaint Full · 45-05-4 · Warning Issued
El Tapatio Mexican Restaurant in Orlando: Full Inspection History — DBPR (27)
— 3 inspections12 violations · 7 high priority
— Complaint Full· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 4 inspections19 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 4 inspections19 violations · 16 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 2 inspections18 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections17 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 4 inspections20 violations · 16 high priority
— Complaint Full· 11 violations (10 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 1 inspection0 violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— 3 inspections28 violations · 13 high priority
— Complaint Full· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 13 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections20 violations · 10 high priority
— Complaint Full· 3 violations · Call Back - Complied
— Complaint Full· 8 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection9 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
El Tapatio Mexican Restaurant in Orlando: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was El Tapatio Mexican Restaurant in Orlando last inspected?
- El Tapatio Mexican Restaurant in Orlando was last inspected by Florida DBPR on August 7, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- What are the most common violations at El Tapatio Mexican Restaurant in Orlando?
- The most frequently cited violations at El Tapatio Mexican Restaurant in Orlando are: Food contact surfaces, Consumer advisory, Proper hand/arm washing.
- How many health inspections has El Tapatio Mexican Restaurant in Orlando had?
- El Tapatio Mexican Restaurant in Orlando has had 27 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 8.4 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of El Tapatio Mexican Restaurant in Orlando find?
- El Tapatio Mexican Restaurant in Orlando was most recently inspected on August 7, 2026 with 8 violation(s), including 2 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has El Tapatio Mexican Restaurant in Orlando ever been shut down?
- No, El Tapatio Mexican Restaurant in Orlando has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- What does Florida violation V06 (Handwashing facilities) mean?
- Violation 06 (Handwashing facilities) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/06.
- 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 V10 (Approved food source) mean?
- Violation 10 (Approved food source) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/10.
- Has El Tapatio Mexican Restaurant in Orlando had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, El Tapatio Mexican Restaurant in Orlando has 1 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has El Tapatio Mexican Restaurant in Orlando faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, El Tapatio Mexican Restaurant in Orlando has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $200.00 in fines.
- How much has El Tapatio Mexican Restaurant in Orlando been fined?
- El Tapatio Mexican Restaurant in Orlando has been fined a total of $200.00 across 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
- Has El Tapatio Mexican Restaurant in Orlando operated under other names?
- Yes, this location previously operated as: Tgi Fridays #2629 (2017).
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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.
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