TIJUANA FLATS
12320 CORTEZ BLVD, Brooksville FL 34613 · 352-678-3444
Last inspected Jul 17, 2026 · 9 visits since August 2023
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— STEADY
5 inspections within 28 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. - 2 small flying insects underneath ice bin in front wait station area and 1 small flying insect landing on rim of to-go cup. Operator discarded. - 2 small flying insect near mop sink. - 7 small flying insects in prep area near prep sink and ice machine.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
1 case · $200
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2024053547 | Jul 10, 2024 | Oct 23, 2024 | $200 |
Inspection history
9 visits, newest first
Jul 17, 2026Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 3 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 3 findings
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. License expired 02/01/2026. The establishment is operating and serving food to the public.
Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Brooke
Reach-in cooler interior/gaskets have accumulation of soil residue in cook line area. Accumulation of black mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine
Jan 29, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate0 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Chip dispenser soiled with accumulation of food debris.
Soap dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense soap in front wait station area. Operator placed soap bottle.
Sep 22, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 1 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink in front counter area. Operator replaced.
Feb 10, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed toxic chemical stored hanging on rack with bag in the box soda station in prep area. Operator removed and stored correctly.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed cloth stored in handwash sink in prep area near ice machine. Operator removed.
Jul 18, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed chip dispenser soiled with an accumulation of food debris and grease to the left of the reach-in cooler in the wait station area.
Equipment in poor repair. Far right door on reach-in cooler broken and two drawer reach-in cooler underneath grill top broken.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris underneath equipment throughout kitchen and underneath left ice bin at front counter. Standing water present in some corners of the establishment (behind chip dispensing area) and in front of mop sink. Operator cleaned up standing water.
Jul 15, 2024Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedComplaint Investigation
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 6 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
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Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. - 2 small flying insects underneath ice bin in front wait station area and 1 small flying insect landing on rim of to-go cup. Operator discarded. - 2 small flying insect near mop sink. - 7 small flying insects in prep area near prep sink and ice machine.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed chip dispenser soiled with an accumulation of food debris and grease to the left of the reach-in cooler in the wait station area.
No soap provided at handwash sink in front wait station area.
Equipment in poor repair. Far right door on reach-in cooler broken and two drawer reach-in cooler underneath grill top broken.
Exterior door has a gap at the bottom threshold that opens to the outside to the right of the three compartment sink.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris underneath equipment throughout kitchen and underneath left ice bin at front counter. Standing water present in some corners of the establishment (behind chip dispensing area) and in front of mop sink. Operator cleaned up standing water.
Jul 10, 2024Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 8 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
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Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. - 2 small flying insects underneath ice bin in front wait station area and 1 small flying insect landing on rim of to-go cup. Operator discarded. - 2 small flying insect near mop sink. - 7 small flying insects in prep area near prep sink and ice machine.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Blackened Chicken (52F - Cold Holding); Cooked Onions and Peppers (46F - Cold Holding); Raw Shrimp (45F - Cold Holding); Bangin Chicken (57F - Hot Holding); Atom Bombs with Cream Cheese (52F - Cold Holding); Cookie Dough Flautas (52F - Cold Holding) in two drawer reach-in cooler underneath flat top grill. Operator stated temperatures were taken two and half hours ago. Operator moved items to walk-in cooler with ice to rapidly cool product. Observed Shredded Cheese Blend (47F - Cold Holding); Shredded Lettuce (47F - Cold Holding); Cut Tomatoes (44F - Cold Holding); Guacamole with Cut Tomatoes (45F - Cold Holding); Cut Lettuce (44F - Cold Holding); Housemade Salsa (45F - Cold Holding); Cut Cabbage (51F - Cold Holding); Cooked Corn (50F - Cold Holding); Queso Fresco Cheese (51F - Cold Holding) in reach-in cooler on cook line. Operator stated temperatures were taken two and half hours ago. Operator moved items to walk-in cooler with ice to rapidly cool product.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed chip dispenser soiled with an accumulation of food debris and grease to the left of the reach-in cooler in the wait station area.
No soap provided at handwash sink in front wait station area.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. License from 2024 displayed. Operator corrected.
Equipment in poor repair. Far right door on reach-in cooler broken and two drawer reach-in cooler underneath grill top broken.
Exterior door has a gap at the bottom threshold that opens to the outside to the right of the three compartment sink.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris underneath equipment throughout kitchen and underneath left ice bin at front counter. Standing water present in some corners of the establishment (behind chip dispensing area) and in front of mop sink. Operator cleaned up standing water.
Feb 23, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate5 Basic
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Quaternary ammonium sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. 0ppm reading in three compartment sink. Operator states due to water leaking from faucet sink becomes diluted. Operator states the refill sink to proper ppm before sanitizing dishes. Operator states work order has been submitted to repair faucet. Operator corrected sanitizer to 200ppm.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee drink on shelf above tortilla chips in storage area. Operator removed
Equipment in poor repair. Cooks line cooler door has sign "do not open" door damaged
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. -standing water on floor near mop sink
Plumbing system in disrepair. -faucet at three compartment sink leaking heavily into sinks -faucet at mop sink dripping when shut off
Aug 1, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 15 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority4 Intermediate10 Basic
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Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Fanta Bag in box removed from box, put into hotel pan, liquid from above box dripping into removed bag contained in hotel pan. Fanta bag in pan had pin hole causing contamination. Operator disposed of broken bag.
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 DBPR HR Forms 5030-103 and 5030-104
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Dirty knives stored in rear prep area hand sink. Operator removed
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. Provided operator with DBPR HR Forms 5030-103 and 5030-104
No soap provided at handwash sink. At cooks line hand wash sink.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Operator printed and displayed new license.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Dirty aprons hanging on clean dish rack, touching clean dishes.
Equipment in poor repair. Coca Cola bag in box station leaking fluid from pumps onto bag in box products and floor area around station.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Under clean dish storage near rear door
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. -Behind/under equipment in prep area
Food stored in a location that is exposed to splash/dust. Tortilla chip stored directly next to hand sink, splash guard ineffective.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. At hand sink near three compartment sink
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Plastic forks at service window not inverted.
Stored food not covered. Multiple items on speed rack in walk in cooler uncovered
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Hung on side of bucket. Operator moved
This record follows the licence, not the owner. Restaurants change hands and the licence history normally does not, so an older entry may describe people who no longer run the place. Every inspection above links to the state's own report. Something wrong? Tell us.