Dunkin Donuts in Lake Wales
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24195 Us Hwy 27, Lake Wales, FL 33859Part of: Dunkin Florida health inspections, violations & closures
This Dunkin Donuts location in Lake Wales has been inspected 13 times between September 2019 and August 2025, accumulating 42 violations at an average of 3.2 per inspection, below the Florida statewide average of 5.2. The facility has never been emergency-closed. High-priority violations have included proper hand and arm washing (cited in at least 2 inspections), food contact surface sanitation (cited multiple times across 2022–2025), shell stock requirements, and consumer advisory compliance. The most recent inspection on August 12, 2025 documented 8 violations—1 intermediate and 3 basic—and was completed with no further action required.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Dunkin Donuts in Lake Wales: Comparison to Polk County Averages
Dunkin Donuts in Lake Wales: Full Inspection History — DBPR (13)
— 1 inspection4 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 1 inspection2 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections2 violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Warning Issued
— 2 inspections8 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 1 inspection2 violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 1 inspection2 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections15 violations · 9 high priority
— Complaint Full· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections6 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Dunkin Donuts in Lake Wales: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Dunkin Donuts in Lake Wales last inspected?
- Dunkin Donuts in Lake Wales was last inspected by Florida DBPR on August 12, 2025. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- What are the most common violations at Dunkin Donuts in Lake Wales?
- The most frequently cited violations at Dunkin Donuts in Lake Wales are: Food contact surfaces, Proper sewage disposal, Consumer advisory.
- How many health inspections has Dunkin Donuts in Lake Wales had?
- Dunkin Donuts in Lake Wales has had 13 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 3.2 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Dunkin Donuts in Lake Wales find?
- Dunkin Donuts in Lake Wales was most recently inspected on August 12, 2025 with 4 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Dunkin Donuts in Lake Wales ever been shut down?
- No, Dunkin Donuts in Lake Wales has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- What does Florida violation V14 (Food contact surfaces) mean?
- Violation 14 (Food contact surfaces) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/14.
- What does Florida violation V29 (Proper sewage disposal) mean?
- Violation 29 (Proper sewage disposal) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/29.
- What does Florida violation V40 (Wiping cloths usage) mean?
- Violation 40 (Wiping cloths usage) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/40.
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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).
Editorial Process: Content generated using AI to synthesize complex regulatory data, then reviewed and verified for accuracy by our editorial team.
Disclaimer: All data reflects official state records at time of publication. Facilities may have since corrected cited violations, resolved enforcement actions, or changed ownership.
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