TIJUANA FLATS
7750 PALM PKY STE 110, Orlando FL 32836 · 321-214-6335
Last inspected Mar 27, 2026 · 8 visits since September 2023
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MAR 26
▲ GETTING WORSE
5 inspections, one direction. The current grade is the worst on record.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature.Raw chicken is not separated from ground beef in walk in cooler.
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Inspection history
8 visits, newest first
Mar 27, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Mar 19, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 8 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
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Employee began working with food, handling clean equipment or utensils, or touching unwrapped single-service items without first washing hands. Observed employee leave the kitchen go into the dining room wearing gloves, return to kitchen with same gloves did not wash hands, or change gloves recommend any time leave work station must wash hands. Training is recommend for staff.
Quaternary ammonium sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Checked three compartment sink no final rinse sanitizer 0 ppm quat ammonia employee checked twice sanitizer not dispensing, must notify technician for dish machine company immediately.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Checked temperature of shredded cheese 45°f stored inside reach in cooler per employee less than 4 hours recommend to quick chill product.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. No quat ammonia test strips for checking sanitizer for 3 compartment sink and sanitizer buckets.
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. Observed Daniel Acuna working on the prep line has no proof of employee food handlers training.
No copy of latest inspection report available. No copy available for last inspection
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed interior of reach in cooler has old food debris spilled on the shelves and bottom of cooler on the prep line.
Wiping cloth quaternary ammonium compound sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Checked sanitizer bucket no chemical sanitizer provided 0ppm quat ammonia.
Nov 25, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority3 Intermediate3 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Checked temperatures of shredded mix cheese 47°f, guacamole 45°f stored on the top panel of reach in cooler Manager discarded.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed bucket and scrape stored inside hand wash sink, located in the back prep kitchen.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no test strips provided to check sanitizer.
Water treatment device has not been inspected or serviced according to manufacturer's instructions. Observed two water filters on the ice machine not dated or inspected. One water filter on the bag in boxes (soda)
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed drink stored on the counter with boxes of plastic lids. Employee removed at time of inspection
No copy of latest inspection report available. Observed no copy of last inspection report
Sanitizing solution for wiping cloths not free of food debris and visible soil. Observed soiled sanitizer stored in the food prep kitchen.
Apr 14, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate7 Basic
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In-use utensil stored in unclean water at or above 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed container of utensils soiled stored on the grill has floating food particles inside.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed trash can and transport cart stored in front of the hand wash sink.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed the top panel of the ice machine has mold like growth on the surface.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Observed current license not displayed expired 4/1/2025 Spoke to Manager at time of inspection.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employees personal items hand bags stored with plastic plates on the storage shelves.
Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee wearing no beard guard while cooking on the main cook line.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee wearing no hair restraint while cooking raw chicken and beef spoke to employee at time inspection.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed seams of door gaskets soiled door panel reach in freezer.
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Observed employee drink (Red Bull ) stored inside reach in cooler with packages of corn dip.
Nov 1, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate7 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed tomato slicer has old food debris left on the slicer.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed pitcher and scouring pad stored inside hand wash sink.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed interior of ice machine panel black discoloration on the surface.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed hand bags stored on the storage shelves with tortillas.
Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed no beard guard employee working in the food preparation kitchen.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee no hair restraint
No waste receptacle installed at handwash sink provided with disposable towels. Observed no trash can in the front service area near the hand sink.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters has grease accumulation on the filters.
Wiping cloth quaternary ammonium compound sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Checked quaternary ammonium sanitizer O ppm in the wiping cloth bucket.
Feb 23, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 11 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate9 Basic
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Employee with extremely long fingernails working with exposed food portioning sauces
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Green pads stored in handwashing sink next to walk in cooler
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Cellphone stored next to serving trays on shelf
Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation portioning sauce
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.front door
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris under hot side equipment
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters soiled
Sanitizer bucket stored with food, next to onions under prep table
Single-service cup lids articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination counter
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Thawing raw beef in standing water in prep sink
Nov 14, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
2 High priority4 Intermediate7 Basic
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Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature.Raw chicken is not separated from ground beef in walk in cooler.
Vacuum breaker is not at correct location at hose bibb.Mop sink.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime.All cutting boards are soiled. Ice scoop holder is soiled by ice machine. Grill press is soiled.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing.Brush is inside handwash sink.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink.Quaternary ammonia.
Water treatment device has not been inspected or serviced according to manufacturer's instructions.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine.
Covered waste receptacle not provided in unisex bathrooms.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gaskets are soiled throughout the establishment. Hood filters are soiled under the hood suppression system. Side of grill has a residue build up.
Outer openings not protected during operation and vermin and/or environmental cross contamination present.Middle of front door.
Reach-in cooler freezer have accumulation of soil residues.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Lids at front line.
Unwashed tomatillo stored over cream cheese wrap in walk in cooler.
Sep 19, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 17 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority6 Intermediate8 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.Afterwards,200 ppm.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature.Raw chicken is not separated from ground beef in walk in cooler.
Vacuum breaker is not at correct location at hose bibb.Mop sink.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime.All cutting boards are soiled. Ice scoop holder is soiled by ice machine. Grill press is soiled.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing.Brush is inside handwash sink.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink.Quaternary ammonia.
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.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Operating discarded.
Water treatment device has not been inspected or serviced according to manufacturer's instructions.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine.
Covered waste receptacle not provided in unisex bathrooms.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gaskets are soiled throughout the establishment. Hood filters are soiled under the hood suppression system. Side of grill has a residue build up.
Outer openings not protected during operation and vermin and/or environmental cross contamination present.Middle of front door.
Reach-in cooler freezer have accumulation of soil residues.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Lids at front line.
Unwashed tomatillo stored over cream cheese wrap in walk in cooler.
Wiping cloth quaternary ammonium compound sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength.0 ppm,afterwards 200 ppm.
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.