Tijuana Flats

1400 Village Square Blvd Unit 40, Tallahassee, FL 32312

Mexican / Latin

Last inspected: Sep 16, 2025

100

Score

Low Risk

Inspectors have visited Tijuana Flats 10 times, with records going back to 2022. On Sep 16, 2025, the health department conducted the most recent visit. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.

Violation counts have been trending down, averaging around one violation across recent inspections versus roughly five violations before.

“Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance” comes up most often, recorded two times in the inspection record.

Compared to the broader Tallahassee restaurant scene, where the average is 87, this is a stronger showing. There isn't much in the file that would give a customer pause.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Sep 16, 2025

Routine - Food

No violations found.

100

Aug 8, 2025

Routine - Food

1 major violation.

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Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-07-01: Observed no proof of employee training per manager, recently had a new regional manager take over establishment. Per manager on shift will have it taken care of asap. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-08-08: No test books , no completed certificates. **Admin Complaint**

53B-01-5

Jul 1, 2025

Routine - Food

1 major violation.

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53B-01-5

Apr 23, 2025

Routine - Food

4 major violations. 6 minor violations.

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Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed a squeeze bottle in hand sink by ice bin.

31A-11-4

Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed hand sink by ice bin.

31B-02-4

Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**

53B-01-5

Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Behind front counter.

31B-03-4

Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed ice bucket hanging up high on a wall over the mop area.

24-05-4

Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin and exterior.

22-20-5

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood soiled with grease.

23-03-4

Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall attached to three compartment sink with mold like substance. Shelving above sink with dust like substance.

36-27-5

Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.

13-03-4

Basic - Plumbing system in disrepair. Observed leaking pipe underneath three compartment sink.

29-08-4

Aug 1, 2024

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 2 minor violations.

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Intermediate - Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.

53B-13-5

Basic - In-use utensil not stored with handle above the top of time/temperature control for safety food and rim of the container. Scoop in shredded cheese.

10-06-5

Basic - Stored food not covered. Hamburger meat in walk-in cooler.

08B-12-5

Apr 2, 2024

Routine - Food

1 major violation.

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Toilet Rooms Maintained

FL-53

Dec 21, 2023

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 1 minor violation.

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Food Obtained from Approved Sources

FL-11

Food Received at Proper Temperature

FL-12

Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature

FL-29

Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored

FL-41

May 22, 2023

Complaint Full

2 critical violations. 1 minor violation.

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Employee Health Policies Present

FL-03

Supervisor/Person in Charge Present

FL-01

Hands Clean and Properly Washed

FL-08

Feb 21, 2023

Routine - Food

No violations found.

100

Nov 15, 2022

Routine - Food

2 minor violations.

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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 touching cheese. Properly stored during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**

10-01-5

Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.

22-20-5

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Tijuana Flats last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Tijuana Flats on file is from Sep 16, 2025. The public record contains 10 inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Tijuana Flats?

Across the inspection record, “accumulation of black/green mold-like substance” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Tijuana Flats.

How does Tijuana Flats compare to other restaurants in Tallahassee?

Tijuana Flats most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Tallahassee average of 87.

Has Tijuana Flats' inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Tijuana Flats have averaged around one violation per visit, down from roughly five earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Tijuana Flats 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 inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Tijuana Flats is inspected around four times per year on average.

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