Brake Burger Garage in Lake Wales
Last inspected:
206 E Hwy 60, Lake Wales, FL 33853Brake Burger Garage in Lake Wales has accumulated 21 violations across 10 inspections between August 2023 and January 2026, averaging 2.1 violations per inspection — well below the statewide average of 5.2. However, the facility exhibits a persistent pattern of high-priority handwashing violations, which appeared in at least 4 separate inspections (August 2023, February 2025, August 2025, and January 2026), alongside recurring issues with proper cooking temperatures and chemical storage. The facility has not experienced emergency closures. The most recent inspection on January 9, 2026 documented 3 high-priority violations related to cooking temperatures and chemical storage; the inspection was completed with no further action required.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Brake Burger Garage in Lake Wales: Comparison to Polk County Averages
Brake Burger Garage in Lake Wales: Full Inspection History — DBPR (10)
— 1 inspection3 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections5 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections3 violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— 3 inspections10 violations · 2 high priority
— Complaint Full· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 1 inspection0 violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
Brake Burger Garage in Lake Wales: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Brake Burger Garage in Lake Wales last inspected?
- Brake Burger Garage in Lake Wales was last inspected by Florida DBPR on January 9, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- What are the most common violations at Brake Burger Garage in Lake Wales?
- The most frequently cited violations at Brake Burger Garage in Lake Wales are: Proper hand/arm washing, Outer openings protected, Premises clean.
- How many health inspections has Brake Burger Garage in Lake Wales had?
- Brake Burger Garage in Lake Wales has had 10 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 2.1 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Brake Burger Garage in Lake Wales find?
- Brake Burger Garage in Lake Wales was most recently inspected on January 9, 2026 with 3 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Brake Burger Garage in Lake Wales ever been shut down?
- No, Brake Burger Garage in Lake Wales has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- What does Florida violation V16 (Proper cooking temps) mean?
- Violation 16 (Proper cooking temps) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/16.
- What does Florida violation V23 (Chemical properly stored) mean?
- Violation 23 (Chemical properly stored) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/23.
- What does Florida violation V31 (Clean multi-use utensils) mean?
- Violation 31 (Clean multi-use utensils) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/31.
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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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