Cookie Jar Bakeshop and Eatery in Bartow

Last inspected:

305 E Main St, Bartow, FL 33830
Overview

The facility was emergency-closed on November 7, 2022 for rodent and fly activity. Across 13 inspections dating from at least 2023 to April 2026, Cookie Jar Bakeshop and Eatery accumulated 40 total violations, averaging 3.1 violations per inspection — below the Florida statewide average of 5.2. However, the record shows a significant spike in November 2025 when a single routine inspection documented 21 violations, including recurring high-priority findings: two employee health policy violations, proper hand and arm washing, allergen awareness, and approved food source issues. Employee health policy violations, proper hand washing, and allergen awareness violations appear across multiple inspections in the record, suggesting these remain systemic compliance challenges. The facility has received one disciplinary action totaling $400 in fines. The most recent inspection on April 3, 2026 identified one high-priority violation and was completed with no further action required.

Most recent closure: November 7, 2022 for rodent & fly activity.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.

13Inspections
40Violations
1Closures
$400in Fines

Last inspected DBPR:

Cookie Jar Bakeshop and Eatery in Bartow: Comparison to Polk County Averages

This Facility 3.1 violations / inspection 3.1 violations per inspection
Polk County Avg 3.26 violations / inspection 3.26 county average
This Facility 1 emergency closures 1 closures
Polk County Avg 0.18 closures / facility 0.18 county average

Cookie Jar Bakeshop and Eatery in Bartow: Emergency Closure History (1)

Emergency closure history for Cookie Jar Bakeshop and Eatery in Bartow
DateReasonReopened
Rodent & fly activity 15:14:00

Cookie Jar Bakeshop and Eatery in Bartow: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)

Total fines on record: $400.00

Disciplinary action history for Cookie Jar Bakeshop and Eatery in Bartow
Action DateCase NumberFineViolation DateEnforcement Office
3--2022057739 $400.00 Nov 7, 2022 Orlando

Cookie Jar Bakeshop and Eatery in Bartow: Full Inspection History — DBPR (13)

— 1 inspection1 violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Basic Violations

— 2 inspections8 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

— 3 inspections10 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended

Basic Violations

— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 3 inspections8 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

— 4 inspections9 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Emergency Order Callback Complied

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Emergency Order Callback Not Complied

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Emergency order recommended

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Food-Licensing Inspection· 3 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Cookie Jar Bakeshop and Eatery in Bartow: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Cookie Jar Bakeshop and Eatery in Bartow last inspected?
Cookie Jar Bakeshop and Eatery in Bartow was last inspected by Florida DBPR on April 3, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
When was Cookie Jar Bakeshop and Eatery in Bartow last shut down?
Cookie Jar Bakeshop and Eatery in Bartow was last shut down on November 7, 2022 for rodent & fly activity. This data reflects state records at time of publication. The facility may have since resolved these issues.
What are the most common violations at Cookie Jar Bakeshop and Eatery in Bartow?
The most frequently cited violations at Cookie Jar Bakeshop and Eatery in Bartow are: Food in good condition, Proper sanitizing, Consumer advisory.
How many health inspections has Cookie Jar Bakeshop and Eatery in Bartow had?
Cookie Jar Bakeshop and Eatery in Bartow has had 13 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 3.1 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
What did the most recent inspection of Cookie Jar Bakeshop and Eatery in Bartow find?
Cookie Jar Bakeshop and Eatery in Bartow was most recently inspected on April 3, 2026 with 1 violation(s), including 1 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
Has Cookie Jar Bakeshop and Eatery in Bartow ever been shut down?
Yes, Cookie Jar Bakeshop and Eatery in Bartow has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
What does Florida violation V50 (Adequate lighting) mean?
Violation 50 (Adequate lighting) is classified as a basic priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/50.
Has Cookie Jar Bakeshop and Eatery in Bartow faced any disciplinary actions?
Yes, Cookie Jar Bakeshop and Eatery in Bartow has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $400.00 in fines.
How much has Cookie Jar Bakeshop and Eatery in Bartow been fined?
Cookie Jar Bakeshop and Eatery in Bartow has been fined a total of $400.00 across 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.

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