FIRE HOT POT & BBQ
4250 US 98 N, Lakeland FL 33809 · 863-858-8804
Last inspected Apr 22, 2026 · 9 visits since August 2023
5 inspections within 19 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
4 cases · $2,000
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2022025510 | May 17, 2022 | Jul 20, 2022 | $800 |
| 3--2021011430 | Feb 15, 2021 | Apr 23, 2021 | $400 |
| 3--2018055380 | Oct 16, 2018 | Nov 14, 2018 | $400 |
| 3--2016020851 | Apr 26, 2016 | May 9, 2016 | $400 |
Inspection history
9 visits, newest first
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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. Observed (Chlorine 0ppm); Dishwasher (Chlorine 100ppm) manager primed chlorine.
Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served. Observed for oysters. Discussed date marking procedures with manager.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed on sink next to walk in freezer, employee replaced paper towels.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
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Food stored on floor. Observed bucket of peeled potatoes on floor in walk in cooler, employee removed bucket from floor.
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
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Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed at rear exit door in kitchen.
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 4 recorded.
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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.
Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels. Observed at sushi counter, Manager provided paper towels
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed male employee on cook line, employee put on hair restraint.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed at rear exit door in kitchen.
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 4 recorded, 1 high priority.
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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. Dishwasher (Chlorine 0ppm).
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed in kitchen upon entrance, Manager replaced paper towels.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed upon entering kitchen, manager replaced soap.
Food stored on floor. Observed bag of flour in dry storage, employee removed flour from floor.
Met inspection standards. 1 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Food stored on floor. Observed container of sauce on floor in dry storage area.
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Food-contact surface soiled with debris, observed on can opener blade. Can opener blade cleaned.
Food stored on floor. Observed bucket of sauce in walk in cooler. Sauces removed from floor.
Ice buildup in walk-in freezer. Observed on floor and around door.
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed between table and flip top unit. Operator removed knife.
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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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. Observed Dishwasher (Chlorine 0ppm); Dishwasher (Chlorine 100ppm), operator primed chemical to proper level.
Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served. Informed operator procedure for date marking raw oysters.
Food stored on floor. Observed container of fryer shortening on floor in dry storage area, employee removed shortening from floor.
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw fish stored over cooked Krab. Employee moved krab.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed debris on can opener blade employee moved to dish area for cleaning.
Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels. Observed at bar area. Employee provided paper towels.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed food debris on dry storage shelves.
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.