TIJUANA FLATS BURRITO CO.
76 E MERRITT ISLAND CSWY #104, Merritt Island FL 32952 · 321-735-6039
Last inspected May 28, 2026 · 9 visits since October 2023
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MAY 26
— STEADY
5 inspections within 14 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. Observed 8 live flying insects in mop sink/triple sink area
★ 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4--2018063764 | Sep 20, 2018 | Apr 22, 2019 | $200 |
Inspection history
9 visits, newest first
May 28, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 7 findingsThe state's own report →
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In flip top of reach-in cooler salsa (47F - Cold Holding); sour cream (47F - Cold Holding). Stored over ice. Recommended making sure that containers are fully submerged in ice to be more effective. Operator added more ice
Equipment drain line draining into handwash sink. Drain line from a/c unit drains into hand wash sink against the back wall on cook line
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. 4oz plastic soufflé cup in cinnamon container. Operator discarded
Ceiling tile missing. Multiple in lobby
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Hole in or other damage to wall. Under hand wash sink next to triple sink
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Spoon in spice mix has handle touching product. Operator removed
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Walk-in cooler shelves are soiled
Feb 11, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority4 Intermediate2 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In flip top of reach-in cooler on make line cut tomatoes (48F - Cold Holding).
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. In steamwell on make line cooked beef (129F - Hot Holding); cooked chicken (112F - Hot Holding). Operator reheated all products to over 165°F.
Equipment drain line draining into handwash sink. Against back wall of cook line does
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. On cook line being used to fill pitcher of water
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels. Against back wall of cook line. Manual feeder jams
Building components, attachments or fixtures in poor repair. Hole in wall to right of hand wash sink at front counter. Ceiling tile not properly seated over forward expo line.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Walk-in cooler shelves have an accumulation of mold like substances
Jul 29, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jul 28, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 2 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In flip top reach in cooler on cook line next to steam wells shredded cheese (50F - Cold Holding); cut tomatoes (50F - Cold Holding); cut lettuce (50F - Cold Holding). In flip top reach in cooler in expo area sour cream (63F - Cold Holding); cut tomatoes (53F - Cold Holding)
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Pitcher in well
Jan 7, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jan 2, 2025Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 12 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority2 Intermediate9 Basic
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Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed 8 live flying insects in mop sink/triple sink area
Equipment drain line draining into handwash sink. Hand wash sink in corner of cook line has drain line for ac unit in well
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. No water provided at hand wash sink in corner of cook line
Ceiling tile missing. Above mop sink area
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Ice bucket on ledge of ice machine. Operator inverted
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Prep/triple sink area
In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. Container used for storage is soiled. Operator replaced
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Next to triple sink
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Walk in cooler shelves have an accumulation of mold like substance
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Boxes of Plastic utensils stored on shelves are open. Operator covered
Stored food not covered. Coffee grinds. Operator covered
Twenty (20) foot-candles of light at least 30 inches from floor not provided in handwashing, warewashing, or equipment and utensil storage areas. Light over prep area is not fully functional
Sep 20, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
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Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. In steamwell on to right of make line cooked chicken (86F - Reheating). Operator stated that it had been there for 3 hours
Time/temperature control for safety food reheated for hot holding not reaching 165 degrees Fahrenheit for 15 seconds within 2 hours. In steamwell on to right of make line cooked chicken (86F - Reheating). Operator stated that it had been there for 3 hours. SEE STOP SALE
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Hand wash sink at cook line has a pitcher in the well. Hand wash sink next to triple sink has hotel pan over well. Operator moved
Water treatment device has not been inspected or serviced according to manufacturer's instructions. Water filters do not have date of last service
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Men's restroom door does not fully close under own weight
Drain cover(s) missing. Beneath triple sink
Food stored in a prohibited area. Ashes of chips stored on shelf below sanitizer bucket. Operator moved bucket
Objectionable odors in bathroom or other areas of the establishment. In mop sink and triple sink area
Mar 4, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
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Equipment drain line draining into handwash sink. Drain line for ac unit over cook line drains into hand was sink
Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Vivian Richard's expired 2/21/23
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Men's restroom door does not fully close under own weight
Interior of refrigerator or freezer in disrepair/has exposed insulation. Insulation exposed on interior door of main make line reach in cooler
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Missing in women's restroom
Oct 16, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In flip top of reach in cooler on cook line. pico (56F - Cold Holding)in 2oz soufflé cups stored over fill line of unit
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Hand wash sink behind front counter is being used as a a dump sink. Ice in well.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Between triple sink and prep area
Walk-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Walk in cooler shelves are soiled
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.