Tijuana Flats #104
Last inspected: Mar 31, 2026
86
Score
Public records show nine inspections at Tijuana Flats #104 stretching back to 2022. On Mar 31, 2026, the health department conducted the most recent visit. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.
Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near six violations each time.
The most common issue across all inspections has been “accumulation of black/green mold-like substance”, showing up four times.
Restaurants in Winter Park average 83, so Tijuana Flats #104 is doing better than most peers. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.
9
Inspections
0
Critical latest
1
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 31, 2026
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Quaternary test strips Expired 2023 **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-31: **Time Extended**
16-37-1
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee sweater on top of single service items. Operator removed **Corrected On-Site** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-31: **Time Extended**
40-06-5
86
Jan 29, 2026
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Intermediate - Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. **Warning**
53B-05-5
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Quaternary test strips Expired 2023 **Warning**
16-37-1
Basic - Bathroom facility not clean. Employee cleaned during inspection **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
32-07-5
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee sweater on top of single service items. Operator removed **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
40-06-5
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Utensils stored in water at 90F operator moved to griddle **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
10-07-4
Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Reach in cooler at cook line**Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
05-09-4
Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Leaking pipe at hand wash sink in kitchen entrance **Warning**
29-11-4
64
Aug 19, 2025
Routine - Food
8 minor violations.
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Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
22-20-5
Basic - Ceiling tile missing. Above prep station
36-36-4
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee drink on shelf next to single service items **Corrected On-Site**
12B-07-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee wallet and keys at shelf next to single service items **Corrected On-Site**
40-06-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. Box of beef at walk in cooler **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Walk in cooler vents Buildup grease at hood system
23-03-4
Basic - Walk in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues.
22-16-4
Basic - Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
14-17-4
67
Feb 18, 2025
Routine - Food
5 minor violations.
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Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Personal Cleanliness
FL-40
74
Sep 20, 2024
Routine - Food
7 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Interior of ice machine with mold like substance
22-20-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Ceiling tiles soiled with debris over cook line
36-34-5
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
50-09-4
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Gap underneath kitchen exit door
35B-01-4
Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Floor tile missing in Cook line
36-17-5
Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. In cook line reach in cooler
05-09-4
Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Leaking faucet in prep handwashing sink
29-11-4
70
Feb 28, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. when adding a splitter to a hose Bibb a vacuum breaker needs to be added to the unprotected side. Currently the splitter is set up with a water line to a chemical dispenser and the other side is open. The open side needs a vacuum breaker added. The chemical device has its back flow protection built in.
29-34-4
Intermediate - Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Ryan genest 3/8/17
53A-03-7
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Over the make cooler dirty
36-34-5
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Back door has heavy rust damage leaving a opening at the base
35B-01-4
Basic - Faucet/handle difficult to operate at hand wash sink at the kitchen/serveralley
29-09-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. -behind the equipment
36-73-4
Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Missing tile at the line -missing tile at the threshold of the walk in cooler -cracked tile in the walk in cooler
36-17-5
61
Oct 24, 2023
Routine - Food
6 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Gray flap in the interior of the ice machine
22-20-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. At walk in cooler
36-34-5
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Cutting board on make table at cooks line
14-09-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee sunglasses and drink stored next to soufflé cups at dry storage across from cooks line Employee book bag stored next to soda pouch at storage in back prep area **Corrected On-Site**
40-06-5
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Exit door at back of kitchen
35B-01-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Wall by fryers on cooks line
36-27-5
74
May 22, 2023
Routine - Food
6 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated
FL-13
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Toxic Substances Properly Identified, Stored, Used
FL-32
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
74
Nov 22, 2022
Complaint Full
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Black substance on flap of ice machine
22-20-5
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee drinks,book bag and shirt stored with boxed soda pouches
40-06-5
Basic - Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed two employees working with food with no beard guards
13-04-4
Basic - In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Scoop handle in direct contact with cheese **Corrected On-Site**
10-01-5
82
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Tijuana Flats #104 last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Tijuana Flats #104 on file is from Mar 31, 2026. The public record contains nine inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Tijuana Flats #104?
Across the inspection record, “accumulation of black/green mold-like substance” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Tijuana Flats #104.
How does Tijuana Flats #104 compare to other restaurants in Winter Park?
Tijuana Flats #104 most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is higher than the Winter Park average of 83.
Has Tijuana Flats #104's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Tijuana Flats #104 have averaged around six violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Tijuana Flats #104 means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.
How often is Tijuana Flats #104 inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Tijuana Flats #104 is inspected around three times per year on average.
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