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RED LOBSTER #6208

3706 US 98 N, Lakeland FL 33809 · 863-815-0774

Last inspected Jul 31, 2026 · 7 visits since August 2023

Licence typeRestaurant
Seats365
Risk levelRisk Level 2
LicenceSEA6305719
Grade history
SEP 24
MAR 25
AUG 25
OCT 25
JUL 26
— STEADY

5 inspections within 8 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.

Worst finding on record
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed following: 1 live roach on wall in dry storage room, manager eradicated, cleaned and sanitized wall, 2 live roaches on floor behind boiling equipment in food preparation area.
High priority/35A-05-4/Warning
Badges — 1 earned
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined

Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →

Disciplinary actions

1 case · $400

CaseViolation dateFinal orderAmount
3--2018021428Apr 18, 2018May 22, 2018$400

Inspection history

7 visits, newest first

Jul 31, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

0 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 2 findings
Certified food manager unable to answer basic Food Code questions pertaining to safe operation of establishment. Asked pertaining to dishwasher sanitation, did not know heat or chemical, manager know knows.
Intermediate/53A-10-4
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed on cook line.
Basic/36-27-5
Oct 3, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation

Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

0 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
Show 3 findings ▾
Ice buildup in walk-in freezer. Observed on side wall.
Basic/14-69-4
Interior of microwave has accumulation of food debris. Observed on cook line.
Basic/22-08-4
Nonfood-contact surface soiled, dirt, dust. Observed on shelf in storage area used for raw potatoes.
Basic/23-03-4
Aug 18, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

0 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
Show 4 findings ▾
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed on white board on cook line.
Basic/14-09-4
Dead roaches on premises. Observed 1 dead roach under shelves in dry storage area, manager swept, mopped and sanitized.
Basic/35A-03-4/Corrective Action Taken
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed under and behind kitchen equipment.
Basic/36-73-4
Interior of microwave has accumulation of food debris. Observed on cook line.
Basic/22-08-4
Mar 19, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

0 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
Show 4 findings ▾
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed containers in sink in bar area. Manager removed containers.
Intermediate/31A-09-4/Corrected On-Site
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed 77F. Observed at 2nd service station. Hot water turned off due to leak, all other sinks have hot water.
Intermediate/27-16-4
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed in dish area.
Basic/36-17-5
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed at hand sink in 2nd service station.
Basic/29-11-4
Sep 3, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

1 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
Show 4 findings ▾
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed following: 1 live roach on wall in dry storage room, manager eradicated, cleaned and sanitized wall, 2 live roaches on floor behind boiling equipment in food preparation area.
High priority/35A-05-4/Warning
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed behind equipment.
Basic/36-73-4/Warning
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed in dish area.
Basic/36-17-5/Warning
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed on in broil box unit.
Basic/22-16-4/Warning
Jan 11, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

0 High priority3 Intermediate3 Basic
Show 6 findings ▾
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed debris in soda gun.
Intermediate/22-02-4
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed in bar area.
Intermediate/31B-02-4
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed in bar area.
Intermediate/31B-03-4
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed around cracked tiles in dish.
Basic/36-22-4
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed behind ice machine, and in service beverage area between equipment.
Basic/36-73-4
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed cracked tiles in dish area, water gathering under tiles.
Basic/36-17-5
Aug 15, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

0 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
Show 3 findings ▾
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed container in hand sink in bar area.
Intermediate/31A-11-4
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed in bar area manager provided paper towels.
Intermediate/31B-02-4/Corrective Action Taken
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed behind kitchen equipment.
Basic/36-73-4

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.