Cracker Barrel in Lake City
Last inspected:
240 Sw Commerce Dr, Lake City, FL 32025Part of: Cracker Barrel Florida health inspections, violations & closures
Cracker Barrel #56 in Lake City averaged 4.5 violations per inspection across 22 inspections between February 2022 and September 2025, slightly below the Florida statewide average of 5.2. The facility has not experienced any emergency closures. Chemical storage violations appeared in 7 of the 8 most recent inspections, with improper chemical storage cited in February 2023, July 2023, January 2024, and February 2025. Consumer advisory violations were documented in 6 inspections over the same period. Shell stock handling violations were cited in 4 inspections: February 2022, January 2024, February 2025, and August 2024. Hand washing violations appeared in February 2023, January 2024, and August 2024. Food contact surface violations were cited in February 2022, August 2024, and September 2025. The most recent inspection on September 23, 2025 documented 4 violations and was completed with no further action required.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Cracker Barrel in Lake City: Comparison to Columbia County Averages
Cracker Barrel in Lake City: Full Inspection History — DBPR (23)
— 1 inspection5 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections5 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections13 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Complaint Full· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections10 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections8 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections10 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— Complaint Full· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections6 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections9 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections7 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— 2 inspections13 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 1 inspection11 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Cracker Barrel in Lake City: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Cracker Barrel in Lake City last inspected?
- Cracker Barrel #56 in Lake City was last inspected by Florida DBPR on April 14, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- What are the most common violations at Cracker Barrel in Lake City?
- The most frequently cited violations at Cracker Barrel #56 in Lake City are: Consumer advisory, Chemical properly stored, Food contact surfaces.
- How many health inspections has Cracker Barrel in Lake City had?
- Cracker Barrel #56 in Lake City has had 23 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 4.5 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Cracker Barrel in Lake City find?
- Cracker Barrel #56 in Lake City was most recently inspected on April 14, 2026 with 5 violation(s), including 1 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Cracker Barrel in Lake City ever been shut down?
- No, Cracker Barrel #56 in Lake City has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- What does Florida violation V03 (Employee health reporting) mean?
- Violation 03 (Employee health reporting) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/03.
- What does Florida violation V08 (Proper hand/arm washing) mean?
- Violation 08 (Proper hand/arm washing) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/08.
- What does Florida violation V21 (Time as control) mean?
- Violation 21 (Time as control) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/21.
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Data Source: This report is based on official public inspection records from the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR) and the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS).
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