MISTER FISH
715 E PALMETTO ST, Lakeland FL 33801 · (941)688-4280
Last inspected Apr 2, 2026 · 6 visits since October 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between A and D. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed sliced cheese and cocktail sauce being held in container on left side cook line, ice on bottom of container but temped at 50F. Advised operator to add more ice.
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Inspection history
6 visits, newest first
Apr 2, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 5 findingsThe state's own report →
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Paint stored next to cans. Operator removed
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Operator replaced cup with handle
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Top of reachin cooler. Employee cleaned
Single-service articles improperly stored. Cup lids stored in restroom.Operator removed.
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Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Bulk sugar. operator labeled
Nov 4, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 13 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority5 Intermediate5 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw fish over relish, pickles food in fridge. Advised manager to move raw products.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed sliced cheese and cocktail sauce being held in container on left side cook line, ice on bottom of container but temped at 50F. Advised operator to add more ice.
Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Sanitation bucket chlorine exceeded 400ppm. Advised operator to remake.
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/ Michele Christman 12/16/2015, establishment has one current certified food manager, manager Michele Christman expired.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. 1 employee missing agreement, Jennifer.
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. 1 employee over 60 days no employee training, other employees within 60 days of hire. 1 employee expired.
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Hot water completely shut off.
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed a cup being stored in sugar bin with out a handle.
Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Observed cooked rice stored with items being served to customers at steam well station. Manager moved rice to shelf away from food being served to customers.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee purses and backpacks being stored on top cooking oil.
Food stored on floor. Clean cooking oil boxes being stored in the floor in dry storage area.
Mar 27, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Ice chute
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food.portion cup being used to scoop Mac. Salad. Operator discharged portion.
Nov 5, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Ice chute
Hood ventilation system inadequate as evidenced by grease accumulation on walls/ceiling. Grease buildup on wall by 3-compartment sink.
Feb 16, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 1 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Ice chute
Oct 31, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Ice shoot on soda machine
Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Fryer shortening
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Bottom of soda head with black build up. Operator washed rinsed and sanitized
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.