Tijuana Flats Burrito Co
Last inspected: Jan 13, 2026
78
Score
Going back to 2022, Tijuana Flats Burrito Co has eight inspections in the public record. The latest inspection on file is from Jan 13, 2026. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.
Violation counts have been trending down, averaging around three violations across recent inspections versus roughly six violations before.
When inspectors have written things up, “accumulation of black/green mold-like substance” has been the most frequent reason, cited three times.
Among Tampa restaurants, this is a fairly standard result. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.
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Inspections
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Critical latest
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Major latest
5
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 13, 2026
Routine - Food
5 minor violations.
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Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Underside of ice machine is soiled with black-mold like substance.
22-20-5
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Drink stored on cooks line. Manager discarded drink. **Corrected On-Site**
12B-07-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Gaskets inside reach in cooler on cooks line are torn.
14-11-5
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Tongs hanging on fryer door handle.
10-20-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Plastic bottles of sauces used for cooking has no labeling of ingredients.
02D-01-5
78
Jul 9, 2025
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
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Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Interior of ice machine is soiled with black-mold like substance.
22-20-5
95
Feb 26, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
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Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated
FL-13
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Personal Cleanliness
FL-40
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
78
Aug 16, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 6 minor violations.
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High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Rice (44-45F - Cold Holding) CORRECTED TO FIRST TEMPERATURE 12:20 SECOND TEMPERATURE 42F AT 12:45 Discussed with operator on maintaining walk in cooler door closed. **Corrected On-Site**
03A-02-5
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 education packet containing cleanup procedure. **Corrected On-Site**
11-27-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Trash cans stored in front of Handwash sink, operator moved to approved location at time of inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Cooked chicken , cooked rice not date marked . Made day prior. Operator labeled at time of inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
02C-02-5
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Cutting board on front make 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. Observed employee personal belongings above soda syrup. Opera moved to approved location at time of inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
40-06-5
Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Water under front service station, operator mopped at time of inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
36-22-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floor soiled under front service station.
36-73-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gaskets on beer cooler near front service station. Exterior of soda machine near front service station. Discussed with operator. **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
Basic - Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Opened employee drink observed in chip cooler. Operator removed at time of inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
12B-13-4
47
Oct 10, 2023
Complaint Full
4 minor violations.
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Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Interior of ice Machine has buildup of black-mold like substance.
22-20-5
Basic - In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Knife hanging on fry door handle. Employee removed and placed tongs at dishwasher. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
10-17-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. No hand washing sign at hand washing sink by storage shelves. **Repeat Violation**
31B-04-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gaskets inside reach in cooler on cooks line are torn. **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
82
Sep 6, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
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Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
64
Mar 2, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
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High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Fish and shrimp temped at 44F and 45F. Manager placed ice on items. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Cart blocking hand wash sink near soda machines. Handwash sink near bar being used for purposes other than hand washing. Ice inside of sink. Manager removed ice from sink and moved cart. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Manager hung mop back up on rack. **Corrected On-Site**
42-01-4
74
Dec 14, 2022
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.
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High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Items temped in draw under grill, steak 46F and Atlantic cod 52F. Manager placed ice on items and they both temped at 43F. **Corrected On-Site**
03A-02-5
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee drinks on prep table where sauces are being portioned. Drinks were discarded. **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 book bags and jackets hanging over food items on shelf. Manager removed items. **Corrected On-Site**
40-06-5
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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 13, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Tijuana Flats Burrito Co?
Across the inspection record, “accumulation of black/green mold-like substance” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Tijuana Flats Burrito Co.
How does Tijuana Flats Burrito Co compare to other restaurants in Tampa?
Tijuana Flats Burrito Co most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is about the same as the Tampa average of 79.
Has Tijuana Flats Burrito Co's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Tijuana Flats Burrito Co have averaged around three violations per visit, down from roughly six earlier in the 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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