TIJUANA FLATS
3111 MAHAN DRIVE BAY #33, Tallahassee FL 32308 · 850.597.7001
Last inspected Mar 20, 2026 · 11 visits since September 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between A and C. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed license expired at 06-01-23.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
1 case · $400
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6--2024046647 | Jul 19, 2024 | Feb 17, 2025 | $400 |
Inspection history
11 visits, newest first
Mar 20, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority3 Intermediate1 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 5 findingsThe state's own report →
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Raw beef on line at 49°.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Wiping cloth stored in sink.
No soap provided at handwash sink. On line.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled.
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Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Drink removed.
Jan 28, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Dec 4, 2025Call Back - Extension given, pendingComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority2 Intermediate0 Basic
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No certified food manager for establishment. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/
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.
Sep 9, 2025Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 7 recorded.
0 High priority5 Intermediate2 Basic
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Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Blocked by water pitchers.
No certified food manager for establishment. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Need quaternary test strips.
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.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Triple sink area.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with mold like substance. Triple sink.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Room temperature.
Jul 25, 2024Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 1 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Prep table on line salsa 53, cut tomatoes 51, Cut lettuce 48, chef base beef 56.
Jul 25, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 1 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils.
Jul 24, 2024Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 1 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Prep table on line salsa 53, cut tomatoes 51, Cut lettuce 48, chef base beef 56.
Jul 19, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 8 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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Quaternary ammonium sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. 0 ppm quat.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Prep table on line salsa 53, cut tomatoes 51, Cut lettuce 48, chef base beef 56.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Chemical on counter by food service items.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Items stored in sink on line.
Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired. Prep table on line.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils.
Equipment gaskets in poor repair. Chef base gaskets torn, drawer will not stay closed.
Mar 1, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate0 Basic
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Quaternary ammonium sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. 0 ppm.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting board.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
Nov 28, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
1 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed license expired at 06-01-23.
Sep 27, 2023Administrative complaint recommendedComplaint Investigation
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 8 violations recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority3 Intermediate1 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed license expired at 06-01-23.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed feta cheese held at 46F at cook line since yesterday per manager. See stop sale.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed feta cheese held at 46F at cook line since yesterday per manager. See stop sale.
Warewashing sanitizing solution exceeding the maximum concentration allowed. Observed three compartment sink with quaternary 500+ppm. Manager changed sink concentration to quaternary 200ppm.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed mold-like substance inside ice machine ceiling.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification and no other certified food service manager employed at this location.
Required employee training provided by an unapproved provider. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Employees completed training by provider SCOOP. No food handler employees have proof of approved training: one food runner and two cooks.
In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. Observed ice scoop next to ice machine stored in soiled holster. Scoop placed in dish pit for cleaning, manager obtained new container to stored scoop
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.