Tijuana Flats in St. Petersburg
Last inspected:
2117 66th Street North, St. Petersburg, FL 33710Part of: Tijuana Flats Florida health inspections, violations & closures
Tijuana Flats #114 in St. Petersburg has accumulated 243 violations across 39 inspections since 2016, averaging 6.2 per visit. The facility was shut down twice for fly activity. In recent months, enforcement has intensified, with warnings and administrative complaints issued in 2025 and early 2026 for repeated violations of food safety standards, particularly around consumer advisories, chemical storage, and food contact surfaces. Fire inspections documented portable fire extinguisher gauge deficiencies in 2025.
Most recent closure: October 18, 2021 for fly activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Tijuana Flats in St. Petersburg: Comparison to Pinellas County Averages
This Facility
6.2
violations / inspection
6.2 violations per inspection
Pinellas County Avg
6.13
violations / inspection
6.13 county average
This Facility
2
emergency closures
2 closures
Pinellas County Avg
0.35
closures / facility
0.35 county average
Tijuana Flats in St. Petersburg: Emergency Closure History (2)
Tijuana Flats in St. Petersburg: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (5)
Total fines on record: $2,320.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2021039897 | $800.00 | Aug 16, 2021 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 3--2021049450 | $800.00 | Oct 18, 2021 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 3--2021024836 | $320.00 | Apr 5, 2021 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 3--2020009277 | $200.00 | Dec 27, 2019 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 3--2015019281 | $200.00 | Mar 20, 2015 | Miami (Doral) |
Tijuana Flats in St. Petersburg: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (2)
— 2 fire violations
— Complaint Full · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
Inspector Observation: - From initial inspection : Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only. - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-08: **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.
— Complaint Full · Administrative complaint recommended
Inspector Observation: Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only.
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 in St. Petersburg: Full Inspection History — DBPR (39)
— 3 inspections18 violations · 13 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 4 inspections31 violations · 15 high priority
— Complaint Full· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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— Complaint Full· 12 violations (6 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
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Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
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— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
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— 4 inspections20 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
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— Complaint Full· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
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Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections13 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection3 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 9 inspections37 violations · 25 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Complied
High Priority Violations
— Complaint Full· 2 violations · Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
— Complaint Full· 1 violations · Emergency Order Callback Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections17 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 6 inspections42 violations · 27 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Admin. Complaint Callback Not Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 15 violations (10 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections7 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections9 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections9 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Tijuana Flats in St. Petersburg: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Tijuana Flats in St. Petersburg last inspected?
- Tijuana Flats #114 in St. Petersburg was last inspected by Florida DBPR on February 25, 2026. The result was: Call Back - Extension given, pending.
- When was Tijuana Flats in St. Petersburg last shut down?
- Tijuana Flats #114 in St. Petersburg was last shut down on October 18, 2021 for fly 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 Tijuana Flats in St. Petersburg?
- The most frequently cited violations at Tijuana Flats #114 in St. Petersburg are: Consumer advisory, Chemical properly stored, Toxic substance control.
- How many health inspections has Tijuana Flats in St. Petersburg had?
- Tijuana Flats #114 in St. Petersburg has had 39 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 6.2 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Tijuana Flats in St. Petersburg find?
- Tijuana Flats #114 in St. Petersburg was most recently inspected on February 25, 2026 with 2 violation(s), including 1 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Call Back - Extension given, pending.
- Has Tijuana Flats in St. Petersburg ever been shut down?
- Yes, Tijuana Flats #114 in St. Petersburg has been emergency-closed 2 times by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- 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.
- 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. Petersburg had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, Tijuana Flats #114 in St. Petersburg has 2 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has Tijuana Flats in St. Petersburg faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Tijuana Flats #114 in St. Petersburg has 5 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $2,320.00 in fines.
- How much has Tijuana Flats in St. Petersburg been fined?
- Tijuana Flats #114 in St. Petersburg has been fined a total of $2,320.00 across 5 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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