MELS KITCHEN
4907 US 98 N, Lakeland FL 33809
Last inspected Nov 4, 2025 · 4 visits since December 2023
3 inspections within 10 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
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Inspection history
4 visits, newest first
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
Bathroom door left open other than during cleaning or maintenance. Observed in women's bathroom, operator closed door.
Carbon dioxide tanks not adequately secured. Observed near 3-compartment sink.
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
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Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed at front counter.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed behind and under equipment.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed in cabinets at front counter, food debris on side of equipment, under microwave.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed in flip top unit, and glass door unit.
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 5 recorded.
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Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ expired 5/29/2024 for Jinrong Z.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed at front counter.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed behind and under equipment.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed in cabinets at front counter, food debris on side of equipment, under microwave.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed in flip top unit, and glass door unit.
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed on interior shield.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed at front counter, kitchen, and under equipment.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed food debris in microwave, operator cleaned interior of microwave.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed following: Debris in cabinets in front counter, Food debris on rolling cart and on shelves on food preparation tables at front counter.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed in flip top unit and glass door unit.
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