Tijuana Flats Burrito Co
Last inspected: Mar 18, 2026
100
Score
Across the available record, Tijuana Flats Burrito Co has nine inspections on file, the first dated 2022. Inspectors last stopped by on Mar 18, 2026. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.
Recent inspections have turned up roughly the same number of issues each time, hovering near four violations per visit.
Looking across the full record, “nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease” is the recurring theme, flagged two times.
Among Bradenton restaurants, the typical score is 83; Tijuana Flats Burrito Co is comfortably above that bar. Overall, the inspection record reads well.
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Inspections
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Inspection History
Mar 18, 2026
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Jan 14, 2026
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
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High Priority - Observed: Establishment operating without a license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Operator must obtain a public food service license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants within 60 days. Submit a license application and payment to DBPR/Bureau of Central Intake Unit, 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-0783. To apply online or obtain an application for license visit https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/ **Warning** Priority: High Priority
50-08-7
Intermediate - Observed: No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink in back kitchen no paper towels. Person in charge filled towels. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning** Priority: Intermediate
31B-02-4
Basic - Observed: Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation.employee put on guard and washed hands. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning** Priority: Basic
13-04-4
Basic - Observed: Open dumpster lid. Open dumpster lid in back area of the building on the south side. Person in charge closed dumpster lid. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning** Priority: Basic
33-16-4
Basic - Observed: Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. **Warning** Priority: Basic
35B-03-4
67
Aug 13, 2025
Routine - Food
5 minor violations.
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Basic - Food containers not properly air-dried - wet nesting by 3 compartment sink. Person in charge separated containers. **Corrective Action Taken**
24-08-4
Basic - Garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster.
33-19-4
Basic - Observed in walk-in cooler onion bag stored on floor.Person in charge removed from floor. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
Basic - Open dumpster lid. Observed: Open dumpster lid. Open dumpster lid in back area of the building on the south side. Person in charge closed dumpster lid. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee . **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
33-16-4
Basic - Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. Observed: Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors on South exit of the Kitchen As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. **Repeat Violation**
35B-03-4
78
Jan 23, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
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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/
53A-05-6
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed in back kitchen area above grill and fryers hood filters soiled with grease. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
Basic - Open dumpster lid. Open dumpster lid in back area of the building on the south side. Person in charge closed dumpster lid. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
33-16-4
Basic - Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors on South exit of the Kitchen As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. **Repeat Violation**
35B-03-4
78
Jul 11, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 4 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
Proper Sanitizer Contact Time and Concentration
FL-33
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
64
Feb 1, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
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Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed in front kitchen area chemical bottle with no label. Person in charge stated it was sanitizer and labeled accordingly. **Corrected On-Site**
41-17-4
Basic - Backflow device not located for convenient service or maintenance access on mop sink splitter in back kitchen area.
29-38-4
Basic - Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed no beard guard on 2 employees engaging in food preparation. Person in charge did not have beard guards.
13-04-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed over Grill in main kitchen area hood filters soiled with grease.
23-03-4
Basic - Open dumpster lid. Open dumpster lid in back area of the building on the south side. Person in charge closed dumpster lid. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
33-16-4
Basic - Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors on South exit of the Kitchen As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. **Repeat Violation**
35B-03-4
70
Aug 24, 2023
Routine - Food
3 minor violations.
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Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated
FL-13
Proper Sanitizer Contact Time and Concentration
FL-33
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
86
Jan 24, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 3 minor violations.
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Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated
FL-13
Proper Sanitizer Contact Time and Concentration
FL-33
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
61
Aug 25, 2022
Complaint Full
3 minor violations.
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Basic - Outer openings of establishment cannot be properly sealed when not in operation. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. **Repeat Violation**
35B-04-4
Basic - Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed multiple employees preparing food with jewelry and watches.
13-07-4
Basic - Open dumpster lid. Person in charge closed Dumpster lid. **Corrected On-Site**
33-16-4
86
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Tijuana Flats Burrito Co last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Tijuana Flats Burrito Co on file is from Mar 18, 2026. The public record contains nine inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Tijuana Flats Burrito Co?
Across the inspection record, “nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Tijuana Flats Burrito Co.
How does Tijuana Flats Burrito Co compare to other restaurants in Bradenton?
Tijuana Flats Burrito Co most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Bradenton average of 83.
Has Tijuana Flats Burrito Co's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Tijuana Flats Burrito Co have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Tijuana Flats Burrito Co 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 Burrito Co inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Tijuana Flats Burrito Co is inspected around three times per year on average.
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