Tijuana Flats in St. Cloud

Last inspected:

4100 13th St, St. Cloud, FL 34769

Part of: Tijuana Flats Florida health inspections, violations & closures

Overview

Tijuana Flats in St. Cloud has 21 inspections on record dating back to at least 2021, with 124 total violations averaging 5.9 per inspection—slightly above Florida's statewide average of 5.2. The facility has never experienced an emergency closure. High-priority violations have included employee health reporting, management awareness, and parasite destruction, though most recent inspections show only intermediate and basic violations. Food contact surface violations and chemical storage issues appear repeatedly across multiple inspections. Fire safety violations for blocked exits were documented in August 2021 and again on the most recent inspection in January 2026, with the back door blocked by a trash can noted on January 8, 2026. The most recent inspection on January 8, 2026 was completed with no further action required.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records. This facility has an active inspection record with the Florida DBPR.

22Inspections
127Violations
0Closures
4Fire

Last inspected DBPR:

Tijuana Flats in St. Cloud: Comparison to Osceola County Averages

This Facility 5.8 violations / inspection 5.8 violations per inspection
Osceola County Avg 5.57 violations / inspection 5.57 county average
This Facility 0 emergency closures 0 closures
Osceola County Avg 0.1 closures / facility 0.1 county average

Tijuana Flats in St. Cloud: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (4)

— 1 fire violation

— Routine - Food · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Inspector Observation: Marked exit/path to marked exit blocked. For reporting purposes only. Back door blocked by trash can and box Operator moved out of the way **Corrected On-Site**
— 2 fire violations

— Routine - Food · 46-01-4 · Call Back - Complied

Inspector Observation: - From initial inspection : Marked exit/path to marked exit blocked. For reporting purposes only. **Corrected On-Site** - From follow-up inspection 2021-08-19: **Time Extended**

— Routine - Food · 46-01-4 · Warning Issued

Inspector Observation: Marked exit/path to marked exit blocked. For reporting purposes only. **Corrected On-Site**
— 1 fire violation

— Routine - Food · 45-06-4 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Inspector Observation: Portable fire extinguisher-K classunit appears to be heavily damaged from repeated falls or drops on floor per manager.

Tijuana Flats in St. Cloud: Full Inspection History — DBPR (22)

— 2 inspections7 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections7 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— 2 inspections6 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections3 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— 2 inspections9 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections30 violations · 19 high priority
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (8 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 15 violations (10 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— 2 inspections11 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 1 inspection7 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections18 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections12 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 1 inspection5 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Tijuana Flats in St. Cloud: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Tijuana Flats in St. Cloud last inspected?
Tijuana Flats in St. Cloud was last inspected by Florida DBPR on July 10, 2026. The result was: Administrative complaint recommended.
What are the most common violations at Tijuana Flats in St. Cloud?
The most frequently cited violations at Tijuana Flats in St. Cloud are: Chemical properly stored, Proper ventilation, Food contact surfaces.
How many health inspections has Tijuana Flats in St. Cloud had?
Tijuana Flats in St. Cloud has had 22 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 5.8 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
What did the most recent inspection of Tijuana Flats in St. Cloud find?
Tijuana Flats in St. Cloud was most recently inspected on July 10, 2026 with 3 violation(s), including 1 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Administrative complaint recommended.
Has Tijuana Flats in St. Cloud ever been shut down?
No, Tijuana Flats in St. Cloud has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
What does Florida violation V24 (Toxic substance control) mean?
Violation 24 (Toxic substance control) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/24.
What does Florida violation V41 (Toilet facilities) mean?
Violation 41 (Toilet facilities) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/41.
What does Florida violation V50 (Adequate lighting) mean?
Violation 50 (Adequate lighting) is classified as a basic priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/50.
Has Tijuana Flats in St. Cloud had any fire safety violations?
Yes, Tijuana Flats in St. Cloud has 4 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.

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