Tijuana Flats Burrito Co
Last inspected: Jan 5, 2026
70
Score
The health department has logged 10 inspections at Tijuana Flats Burrito Co, the earliest from 2022. Tijuana Flats Burrito Co was last inspected on Jan 5, 2026. A medium risk rating points to a few notable findings at the last inspection, though nothing severe.
Recent inspections have turned up roughly the same number of issues each time, hovering near four violations per visit.
Across the inspection history, “spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded five times.
By comparison, the average Fort Myers facility scores 80, putting Tijuana Flats Burrito Co on the weaker side. Taken together, the history looks like that of a busy facility working through the usual inspection cycle.
10
Inspections
2
Critical latest
0
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 5, 2026
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
High Priority - Open, operating and serving to public with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license; 12/01/25.
50-17-3
High Priority - Quaternary ammonium sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Triple Sink (Quaternary 00ppm). Operator added quaternary in sanitation; Triple Sink (Quaternary 200ppm) **Corrected On-Site**
22-43-4
Basic - Scoop handle in contact with sugar. Operator removed the scoop. **Corrected On-Site**
10-08-5
70
Aug 13, 2025
Routine - Food
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Basic - Missing drain plug at dumpster. **Repeat Violation**
33-11-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Interior of the hood soiled with grease. **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Sugar container not labeled at prep area. Operator labeled sugar container. **Corrected On-Site**
02D-01-5
86
Jan 13, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled at mop sink. Operator labeled spray bottle. **Corrected On-Site**
41-17-4
Basic - Missing drain plug at dumpster.
33-11-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Interior of hood soiled with grease.
23-03-4
Basic - Grease on the ground and pad around grease receptacle.
33-20-4
78
Aug 8, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations.
View 4 violations
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Sterno box stored over single service spoons. Operator removed sterno box to bottom shelf. **Corrected On-Site**
41-10-4
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled at mop sink. Operator labeled bottle. **Corrected On-Site**
41-17-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Soda machine nozzles near by hand washing sink soiled with mold-like substance.
22-02-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Hand washing sink near by triple sink blocked with empty boxes. Operator removed boxes. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
64
Mar 12, 2024
Routine - Food
3 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Soda machine nozzles soiled with mold like substance. Operator cleaned at time of inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
22-02-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Small container with standing water inside of handwashing sink next to steamer at cook-line. Operator removed correct storage. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Spray bottle containing chemical not label at front counter. Operator labeled spray bottle at time of Inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
41-17-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Ceiling vents by ice machine heavily soiled at kitchen.
36-34-5
Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Single service containers not stored or protected next to cook line. Operator stored inverted. **Corrected On-Site**
25-06-4
67
Aug 3, 2023
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 sanitizer three compartment sink and sanitizing buckets. Spoke with operator and test strips are on order. - From follow-up inspection 2023-08-03: **Time Extended**
16-37-1
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood vents above fryer area, on cook line accumulation of grease and dust particles. - From follow-up inspection 2023-08-03: **Time Extended**
23-03-4
86
Aug 2, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 3 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. 12 small flying insects in back warewashing and food prep area. 18 small flying insects in front service counter area. **Admin Complaint**
35A-02-6
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. On steam far left of cook line ; cooked rice (111F - Hot Holding) Per operator for 30 minutes. Operator transferred to steaming unit for proper reheating. Within 15 minutes rice was reached 165F. **Corrected On-Site**
03B-01-6
Intermediate - Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment. Provided operator with Clean-up Of Vomiting And Diarrheal Events handout HR 5030-104. Operator hung the sign. **Corrected On-Site**
11-27-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Hand-wash sink on cook line used for water pitcher. Also, hand- sink in warewash/ prep area blocked by boxes. Operator cleared both sinks for proper use. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Quaternary sanitizer three compartment sink and sanitizing buckets. Spoke with operator and test strips are on order.
16-37-1
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood vents above fryer area, on cook line accumulation of grease and dust particles.
23-03-4
52
Apr 5, 2023
Complaint Full
3 critical violations. 1 minor violation.
View 4 violations
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Walkin cooler not keeping food at 41 F or below. cooked chicken (52 F - Cold Holding); chicken wings (51 F - Cold Holding); raw beef (51 F - Cold Holding); raw fish (53 F - Cold Holding); raw ground beef (46 F - Cold Holding); raw chicken (48 F - Cold Holding); shredded cooked chicken (46 F - Cold Holding); queso sauce (48 F - Cold Holding); yellow cheese (50 F - Cold Holding); queso fresco cheese (47 F); sour cream (48 F - Cold Holding); prepared refried beans (50 F - Cold Holding) **Warning**
01B-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Walk-in cooler not keeping food at 41 F or below. cooked chicken (52 F - Cold Holding); chicken wings (51 F - Cold Holding); raw beef (51 F - Cold Holding); raw fish (53 F - Cold Holding); raw ground beef (46 F - Cold Holding); raw chicken (48 F - Cold Holding); shredded cooked chicken (46 F - Cold Holding); queso sauce (48 F - Cold Holding); yellow cheese (50 F - Cold Holding); queso fresco cheese (47 F); sour cream (48 F - Cold Holding); prepared refried beans (50 F - Cold Holding) **Warning**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. No vacuum breaker on splitter at mop sink. Repeat 2/15/2023 **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
29-42-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris.Floor under and behind equipment on cooks line has a buildup of debris **Warning**
36-73-4
61
Feb 15, 2023
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 2 major violations.
View 5 violations
High Priority - Certified Food Manager or person in charge failed to verify employee health, exclusions or restrictions. Operator received employee health agreement but failed to have any employees sign. Discussed with operator the importance of signed agreement for employees.
11-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Sour cream (58 F - Cold Holding). Operator has them in portion cups in top portion of cooler. Per operator they have bern out for one hour. Put in lower cooler to chill rapidly Repeat 9/08/2022 **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
29-42-4
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Spray bottle with bleach and a spray bottle with glass cleaner not labeled. Operator labeled. Repeat 9/08/2022 **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
41-17-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink by cooks line. Operator replaced paper towels. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
52
Sep 8, 2022
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Cream cheese 45F cold hold, raw chopped beef 45F cold hold less than 4 hours. Operator turned down walk in cooler. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed rice 109F hot hold, black beans 116F hot hold less than 4 hours. Operator discarded time/temperature control for safety foods. **Corrective Action Taken**
03B-01-6
Intermediate - Nonfood-grade basting brush used in food. Operator discarded. **Corrected On-Site**
14-14-4
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Operator labeled bottles. **Corrected On-Site**
41-17-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Hand wash sink in dishwash area.
31B-04-4
Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Operator inverted. **Corrected On-Site**
25-06-4
55
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 Jan 5, 2026. The public record contains 10 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Tijuana Flats Burrito Co?
Across the inspection record, “spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled” has been cited five times, more than any other issue at Tijuana Flats Burrito Co.
How does Tijuana Flats Burrito Co compare to other restaurants in Fort Myers?
Tijuana Flats Burrito Co most recently scored 70 out of 100, which is lower than the Fort Myers average of 80.
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 medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Tijuana Flats Burrito Co 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 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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