Tijuana Flats #260
Last inspected: Sep 4, 2025
35
Score
Tijuana Flats #260 appears in inspection records seven times, starting in 2022. On Sep 4, 2025, the health department conducted the most recent visit. A high risk rating points to multiple serious findings at the most recent inspection.
The trend has been favorable: violation counts have eased from around 10 violations to closer to eight violations per visit over the last few inspections.
The most common issue across all inspections has been “food-contact surface soiled with food debris”, showing up three times.
That's lower than the typical Winter Garden restaurant, which scores around 65. There are enough flags in the record to merit a second thought.
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Inspections
2
Critical latest
3
Major latest
9
Minor latest
Inspection History
Sep 4, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 3 major violations. 9 minor violations.
View 14 violations
High Priority - Live, small flying insects found 1 small flying insect in 3 compartment area 1 small flying insect in kitchen
35A-02-7
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw beef stored over beef walk in cooler **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Interior tea brewer basket Cutting board stained Food wedger is soiled Chip holder is soiled Spray head tea brewer
22-02-4
Intermediate - Required employee training expired for one employee.To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
53B-05-5
Intermediate - Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided at employee handwash sink.Water 78 f at restroom.
27-16-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Large can holding chips on floor of kitchen
08B-38-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
22-20-5
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
12B-07-4
Basic - Floor drains back of house has accumulation of debris.
36-73-4
Basic - In-use spoon stored on soiled surface between uses in front of grill **Corrected On-Site**
10-12-5
Basic - Insect control device installed over ice bucket on side of ice machine
35B-02-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Interior spray head 3 compartment sink Hood soiled Exterior press Walk in cooler gasket is soiled. Caulking is soiled by the three comp sink.
23-03-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. 3 comp sink
36-27-5
Basic - Wiping cloth quaternary ammonium compound sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength.0 ppm.
21-08-4
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Mar 19, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
High Priority - Employee touched clothes and then handled spatula without washing hands. **Corrected On-Site**
12A-10-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards are stained. Iced tea holder is soiled. Nozzles are soiled at ice tea station and juice nozzles. Interior of sprayer hose sprayer hose is soiled. Interior of chip cabinet has residue in kitchen.
22-02-4
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food storage area. **Corrected On-Site**
12B-07-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Walk in cooler and reach in cooler gaskets are soiled. Exterior of reach in cooler covers are stained. Caulking is soiled by three comp sink,area.. Hood filters are soiled.
23-03-4
Basic - Walk in cooler shelveshave accumulation of soil residues.
22-16-4
67
Nov 18, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 4 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
70
Jun 6, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored.Peroxide stored next to soda in back storage area. **Corrected On-Site**
41-10-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards are stained . Iced tea holder is soiled. Interior of chip holder is soiled.
22-02-4
Intermediate - No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/Destinee Morn. **Repeat Violation**
53A-05-6
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
50-09-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items.Jacked stored next to chips under prep table.
40-06-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Caulking has a build up by three comp sink area.
23-03-4
Basic - Unwashed lemons stored with ready-to-eat lettuce in walk in cooler.
08B-17-4
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Dec 9, 2023
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 4 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 11 violations
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Proper Eating, Tasting, Drinking, or Tobacco Use
FL-06
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated
FL-13
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
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May 23, 2023
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 4 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 12 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated
FL-13
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure
FL-25
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
22
Dec 8, 2022
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 4 minor violations.
View 5 violations
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb.
29-34-4
Basic - In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Rollers and spacey Reach in cooler on cook line. **Corrected On-Site**
10-17-4
Basic - Open dumpster lid.
33-16-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Bulk containers of rice and flour. **Corrected On-Site**
02D-01-5
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. **Corrected On-Site**
50-09-4
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Tijuana Flats #260 last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Tijuana Flats #260 on file is from Sep 4, 2025. The public record contains seven inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Tijuana Flats #260?
Across the inspection record, “food-contact surface soiled with food debris” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Tijuana Flats #260.
How does Tijuana Flats #260 compare to other restaurants in Winter Garden?
Tijuana Flats #260 most recently scored 35 out of 100, which is lower than the Winter Garden average of 65.
Has Tijuana Flats #260's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Tijuana Flats #260 have averaged around eight violations per visit, down from roughly 10 earlier in the record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Tijuana Flats #260 means the most recent inspection flagged either critical violations or a substantial number of smaller ones. Diners may want to read the violation details before deciding to visit.
How often is Tijuana Flats #260 inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Tijuana Flats #260 is inspected around three times per year on average.
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