Tijuana Flats Burrito Co in University Park
Last inspected:
5215 University Pkwy #106, University Park, FL 34201Part of: Tijuana Flats Florida health inspections, violations & closures
Tijuana Flats Burrito Co in University Park has been cited for 157 violations across 26 inspections, averaging 6.0 violations per inspection—significantly above Florida's statewide average of 5.2. Employee health policy violations were documented in at least 8 inspections, including failures to exclude or restrict sick workers from food handling. Approved food source violations appeared repeatedly across 6 inspections. The facility also accumulated fire safety violations involving a locked and blocked rear exit door, cited on three separate occasions (September 2024, November 2024, and March 2025). A single disciplinary action resulted in $200 in fines. The most recent inspection on February 4, 2026 identified 2 intermediate violations and resulted in an admin complaint recommendation, following a similar disposition on December 1, 2025. The facility has never been emergency-closed.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Tijuana Flats Burrito Co in University Park: Comparison to Manatee County Averages
This Facility
5.9
violations / inspection
5.9 violations per inspection
Manatee County Avg
4.78
violations / inspection
4.78 county average
This Facility
0
emergency closures
0 closures
Manatee County Avg
0.15
closures / facility
0.15 county average
Tijuana Flats Burrito Co in University Park: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $200.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2018039548 | $200.00 | Jun 26, 2018 | Miami (Doral) |
Tijuana Flats Burrito Co in University Park: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (3)
— 1 fire violation
— Routine - Food · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Inspector Observation: Exit door locked. For reporting purposes only.
Observed the rear exit door locked shut and blocked.
**Repeat Violation**
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.
— 2 fire violations
— Routine - Food · Call Back - Complied
Inspector Observation: - From initial inspection : Exit door locked. For reporting purposes only.
Observed the rear exit door locked shut and blocked. - From follow-up inspection 2024-11-18: **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 · Warning Issued
Inspector Observation: Exit door locked. For reporting purposes only.
Observed the rear exit door locked shut and blocked.
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 University Park: Full Inspection History — DBPR (27)
— 2 inspections4 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections10 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— 4 inspections31 violations · 19 high priority
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 14 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 1 inspection3 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections13 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection6 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections22 violations · 19 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 4 inspections28 violations · 22 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (9 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 4 inspections12 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection6 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection5 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Tijuana Flats Burrito Co in University Park: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Tijuana Flats Burrito Co in University Park last inspected?
- Tijuana Flats Burrito Co in University Park was last inspected by Florida DBPR on April 22, 2026. The result was: Administrative complaint recommended.
- What are the most common violations at Tijuana Flats Burrito Co in University Park?
- The most frequently cited violations at Tijuana Flats Burrito Co in University Park are: Approved food source, Consumer advisory, Food contact surfaces.
- How many health inspections has Tijuana Flats Burrito Co in University Park had?
- Tijuana Flats Burrito Co in University Park has had 27 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 5.9 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Tijuana Flats Burrito Co in University Park find?
- Tijuana Flats Burrito Co in University Park was most recently inspected on April 22, 2026 with 3 violation(s), including 1 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Administrative complaint recommended.
- Has Tijuana Flats Burrito Co in University Park ever been shut down?
- No, Tijuana Flats Burrito Co in University Park has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- 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.
- 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.
- What does Florida violation V53 (Outer openings protected) mean?
- Violation 53 (Outer openings protected) is classified as a basic priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/53.
- Has Tijuana Flats Burrito Co in University Park had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, Tijuana Flats Burrito Co in University Park has 3 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has Tijuana Flats Burrito Co in University Park faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Tijuana Flats Burrito Co in University Park has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $200.00 in fines.
- How much has Tijuana Flats Burrito Co in University Park been fined?
- Tijuana Flats Burrito Co in University Park 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).
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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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