Canteen @ Lowe's in Bartow

Last inspected:

425 E Van Fleet Dr, Bartow, FL 33830
Overview

Canteen @ Lowe's #2531 in Bartow had 2 inspections on record between April 2024 and October 2025. The facility was cited for operating without a valid food permit in April 2024 and for lacking written procedures for vomit and diarrhea event cleanup in October 2025. The October 2025 inspection noted the cleanup procedure violation as a repeat finding and provided management with a guidance handout to develop step-by-step procedures. Both inspections included citations that required correction.

Summary generated from Florida FDACS public inspection records.

2FDACS Insp.
3Violations

Last inspected FDACS:

Canteen @ Lowe's in Bartow: FDACS Inspection History (2)

Inspections conducted by the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS), which oversees grocery stores, convenience stores, bakeries, food manufacturers, mobile vendors, and vending machines.

— 1 inspection
— Met Sanitation Inspection Requirements· 1 violation· Met Requirements

Inspector: TAMMY FLANNERY, SANITATION AND SAFETY SPECIALIST

Person in charge: MARK WIGGINS

Comments: When citations have been corrected and initialed, an electronic copy of the completed report may be emailed to [email protected]. Please note each observation that has been corrected.

Risk-Based Violations

2-501.11 Establishment does not have written procedures for employees to follow when responding to an event that involves the discharge of vomitus or diarrhea onto surfaces at the food establishment, or procedures do not address specific actions employees must take to minimize the spread of contamination and the exposure of employees, consumers, food, and surfaces to vomitus or fecal matter. 2-501.11 PfPfRepeat
The food establishment does not have a written vomit or diarrhea event clean up procedure available. A guidance handout was given to the food establishment's management to help them write up step by step procedures for vomit and/or diarrhea event clean up.
— 1 inspection
— Operating Without a Valid Food Permit· 2 violations· Operating Without Permit

Inspector: PATRICIA DIAZ, ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST II

Person in charge: GARY PARRISH

Comments: When citations have been corrected and initialed, an electronic copy of the completed report may be emailed to [email protected]. Please note each observation that has been corrected. Thank you for submitting your food establishment permit application. To complete the application process, you must remit payment in full. To expedite the processing of your food permit application, electronic online payment is available at https://foodpermit.fdacs.gov. Follow the instructions on the portal page for payment processing. Payment by check or money order is also accepted, but must be made payable to FDACS and remitted to Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services, PO Box 6720, Tallahassee, FL 32314-6720. Please note that payment by check or money order may delay the processing of your food permit application.

Good Retail Practice Violations

55 The unattended food establishment does not have a sign readily visible at the automated payment station stating: (1) The name and mailing address of the business entity responsible for the establishment and to whom complaints and comments should be addressed. (2) The telephone number or other electronic contact information for the responsible business entity, when applicable. 5K-4.002(2)(f), F.A.C
The unattended food establishment does not have a sign readily visible at the automated payment station stating: (1) The name and mailing address of the business entity responsible for the establishment and to whom complaints and comments should be addressed. (2) The telephone number or other electronic contact information for the responsible business entity.
99 The food establishment is operating without a valid food permit. 500.12, F.S., 5K-4.020(2), F.A.C. The food establishment shall complete the permitting process within 10 days. Contact the Business Center at (850) 245-5520 for further assistance.
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Canteen @ Lowe's in Bartow: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Canteen @ Lowe's in Bartow last inspected?
Canteen @ Lowe's #2531 in Bartow was last inspected by the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) on October 10, 2025. Inspection type: Met Sanitation Inspection Requirements.
How many inspections has Canteen @ Lowe's in Bartow had?
Canteen @ Lowe's #2531 in Bartow has 2 FDACS food safety inspection(s) on record from January 2022 to present.
What did the most recent FDACS inspection of Canteen @ Lowe's in Bartow find?
Canteen @ Lowe's #2531 in Bartow was most recently inspected by FDACS on October 10, 2025 (Met Sanitation Inspection Requirements).
Has Canteen @ Lowe's in Bartow had any stop-sale or stop-use orders?
No, Canteen @ Lowe's #2531 in Bartow has no stop-sale or stop-use orders on record with Florida FDACS.
What are the most common violations at Canteen @ Lowe's in Bartow?
The most frequently cited FDACS violations at Canteen @ Lowe's #2531 in Bartow are: 2-501.11: Establishment does not have written procedures for employees to follow when responding to an event that involves the discharge of vomitus or diarrhea onto surfaces at the food establishment, or procedures do not address specific actions employees must take to minimize the spread of contamination and the exposure of employees, consumers, food, and surfaces to vomitus or fecal matter. 2-501.11 Pf.

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