Tijuana Flats

13860 Wellington Trce Bay #41, Wellington, FL 33414

Mexican / Latin

Last inspected: Dec 11, 2023

Score

Low Risk

Tijuana Flats has been inspected three times since 2022. On Dec 11, 2023, the health department conducted the most recent visit. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately. Public records show no inspections at Tijuana Flats since Dec 11, 2023, so this file may not reflect current conditions.

Things have been moving in the right direction, with the rolling count dropping from around five violations to closer to three violations per visit.

Restaurants in Wellington average 71, so Tijuana Flats is doing better than most peers. Overall, the inspection record reads well.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Dec 11, 2023

Routine - Food

3 minor violations.

View 3 violations

Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place

FL-36

Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels

FL-14

Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean

FL-23

Feb 23, 2023

Routine - Food

3 major violations. 2 minor violations.

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Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.

16-37-1

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. Emailed poster to operator **Corrective Action Taken**

11-27-4

Intermediate - No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. Emailed form to operator **Corrective Action Taken**

11-26-1

Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Advised operator to clean and sanitized **Corrective Action Taken**

22-20-5

Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.

50-09-4

Aug 22, 2022

Routine - Food

2 critical violations. 3 minor violations.

View 5 violations

High Priority - Toxic substance/( sanitation bottle above ice machine and bottle of bleach stored next to ice tea containers on front counter area.chemical improperly stored. Operator removed **Corrected On-Site**

41-10-4

High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb.on mop sink area

29-34-4

Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. On front counter area sink and sink next to 3 compartment sink. Provided signs for operator **Corrective Action Taken**

31B-04-4

Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed a container with chips stored above cook line not covered. Operator covered **Corrected On-Site**

08B-12-5

Basic - Utensils in poor condition. Observed plastic containers for food storage broken on clean side dishwasher area. Operator discarded **Corrected On-Site**

14-12-4

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Tijuana Flats last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Tijuana Flats on file is from Dec 11, 2023. The public record contains three inspections in total.

How does Tijuana Flats compare to other restaurants in Wellington?

Tijuana Flats most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is higher than the Wellington average of 71.

Has Tijuana Flats' inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Tijuana Flats have averaged around three violations 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.

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