DETROIT TIGERS INC
2135 N LAKE AVE, Lakeland FL 33805 · 863-413-4163
Last inspected Apr 20, 2026 · 10 visits since September 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between A and D. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Expired 02-01-26.
★ 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2016039934 | Aug 18, 2016 | Sep 8, 2016 | $400 |
Inspection history
10 visits, newest first
Apr 20, 2026Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 7 violations recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 7 findingsThe state's own report →
Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. Sausage patties in walk-in cooler on cooling rack dated 4/19, inspection on 4/20 @ 10:00am temp at 54F see stop sale. OPerator discarded
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Expired 02-01-26.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Sausage patties
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Sausage patties bottom of reachin cooler 55F Operator discarded. see stop sale.
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dishware/utensils improper loading in dishwasher. Operator showed employee proper placement.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Back of soda heads on soda machine in dining room.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Wet towel on prep table. OPerator moved wet towel to sanitizer bucket.
Nov 4, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Raw beef stored over para cooked beef in walk-in cooler. manager told chef to cook beef well done.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opening. manager placed in dishroom
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Bowls not inverted in dish rack in stockroom. manager had bowls inverted.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Scoop with handle in granola Manager discarded.
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Disposable lids and containers in stockroom. Manager inverted items.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Granola. manager discarded products.
Jun 5, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Apr 22, 2025Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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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.
Apr 14, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 9 recorded.
0 High priority5 Intermediate4 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Ice machine
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Hand washing sink in omelette station in dining room, previous sink has been moved to closet.
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.
Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels. Dishroom
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Hand washing sink next to stock with no water.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Quart container in bulk rice
Food stored on floor. Milk plastic bottle in walking cooler Oil in stockroom
Label on a food item prepared and packaged onsite for customer self-service does not include product identity/description, date product was packaged and name and address of the establishment that prepared and packaged the food. Cut melon in dining room
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Frontline and drink station
Dec 6, 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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No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees.
Apr 2, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Mar 26, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 7 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority3 Intermediate1 Basic
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Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. 0 ppm
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. milk (67F - Cold Holding); cream cheese (68F - Cold Holding)
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Dishroom
Whole fruit displayed for self-service not wrapped and no utensils provided. Apple on breakfast bar not wrapped
Label on a food item prepared and packaged onsite for customer self-service does not include product identity/description, date product was packaged and name and address of the establishment that prepared and packaged the food. Protein balls in self service case in dining room.
Sep 25, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Sep 18, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 8 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority4 Intermediate3 Basic
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Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Chlorine sanitizer 0ppm
No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/. 5 Employee working at time of inspection.
Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels. By back door and dish room. Employees fixed the paper towel dispensers.
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.
Whole fruit displayed for self-service not wrapped and no utensils provided. Apples on buffet line not wrapped.
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Debris on top of dish machine.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Front service line
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. labels on clean dishes on clean dish rack.
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.