Qdoba Mexican Eats

17509 Preserve Walk Ln, Tampa, FL 33647

Mexican / Latin

Last inspected: Apr 1, 2026

Score

Medium Risk

Qdoba Mexican Eats appears in inspection records five times, starting in 2024. The latest inspection on file is from Apr 1, 2026. Diners should read medium risk as a signal that some issues exist but aren't extreme.

There hasn't been much movement either way: counts have stayed near four violations per visit across recent inspections.

“Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing two times across the record.

That's lower than the typical Tampa restaurant, which scores around 79. Taken together, the history looks like that of a busy facility working through the usual inspection cycle.

Inspections

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Major latest

Minor latest

Inspection History

Apr 1, 2026

Routine - Food

3 major violations.

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Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No paper towels at handwashing sink on cook line. Employee replaced. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**

31B-02-4

Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Riley and Asia do not having and food handler training. They are the only employees not trained as managers. Spoke with operator about what training is needed for employees. **Warning**

53B-01-5

Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Two spray bottles on chemical shelf in back kitchen area near handwashing sink not labeled. Employee labeled. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**

41-17-4

Sep 4, 2025

Routine - Food

2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 5 minor violations.

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High Priority - Hot time/temperature control for safety food received at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Chicken on stream table temp 120F. See stop Sale Operator discarded. **Corrective Action Taken**

03B-15-5

High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Chicken 120 F in warmer

01B-02-5

Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Degreaser. Manager labeled spray bottle. **Corrected On-Site**

41-17-4

Basic - Bathroom facility not clean. Both bathrooms

32-07-5

Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Black debris behind the 3-compartment sink and shelving

36-27-5

Basic - Toilet/urinal not flushing/functioning properly. Men's bathroom

32-23-5

Basic - Grease on the ground and/or pad around grease receptacle. Buildup of grease on dirty ground around receptacle/shared area with other restaurants.

33-20-4

Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Above 3-compartment sink

36-34-5

May 21, 2025

Routine - Food

No violations found.

100

Dec 12, 2024

Routine - Food

3 critical violations. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.

View 6 violations

High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Splitter missing vacuum breaker.

29-42-4

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Chicken 123 F, manager turned up heat in hot holding unit. **Corrective Action Taken**

03B-01-6

High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Raw chicken over raw beef in reach in cooler.

08A-20-5

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Soda machine.

22-02-4

Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Containers wet nesting across from 3 compartment sink.

24-08-4

Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Aluminum pans not inverted. Manager inverted at time of inspection. **Corrected On-Site**

25-06-4

Feb 26, 2024

Food-Licensing Inspection

No violations found.

100

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Qdoba Mexican Eats last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Qdoba Mexican Eats on file is from Apr 1, 2026. The public record contains five inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Qdoba Mexican Eats?

Across the inspection record, “spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Qdoba Mexican Eats.

How does Qdoba Mexican Eats compare to other restaurants in Tampa?

Qdoba Mexican Eats most recently scored 74 out of 100, which is lower than the Tampa average of 79.

Has Qdoba Mexican Eats' inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Qdoba Mexican Eats have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Qdoba Mexican Eats means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.

How often is Qdoba Mexican Eats inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Qdoba Mexican Eats is inspected around two times per year on average.

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