Hungry Howies#102 in Lake Wales
Last inspected:
2014 Sam Walton Way, Lake Wales, FL 33853Part of: Hungry Howies Florida health inspections, violations & closures
Hungry Howies #102 in Lake Wales has a 20-inspection record spanning from March 2022 to August 2025, with 89 total violations averaging 4.5 per inspection—slightly below the statewide average of 5.2. The facility has not experienced emergency closures. Hand washing violations appeared in the most recent inspection on August 14, 2025, continuing a pattern of recurring hand washing citations. Food contact surface violations have been cited multiple times across the record, including in inspections from 2024, 2023, and 2022. The most recent inspection was completed with no further action required.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Hungry Howies#102 in Lake Wales: Comparison to Polk County Averages
Hungry Howies#102 in Lake Wales: Full Inspection History — DBPR (20)
— 1 inspection2 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 1 inspection1 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 3 inspections7 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections12 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections11 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection6 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections16 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection5 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Basic Violations
— 4 inspections18 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
Hungry Howies#102 in Lake Wales: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Hungry Howies#102 in Lake Wales last inspected?
- Hungry Howies#102 in Lake Wales was last inspected by Florida DBPR on August 14, 2025. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- What are the most common violations at Hungry Howies#102 in Lake Wales?
- The most frequently cited violations at Hungry Howies#102 in Lake Wales are: Proper ventilation, Food contact surfaces, Consumer advisory.
- How many health inspections has Hungry Howies#102 in Lake Wales had?
- Hungry Howies#102 in Lake Wales has had 20 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 Hungry Howies#102 in Lake Wales find?
- Hungry Howies#102 in Lake Wales was most recently inspected on August 14, 2025 with 2 violation(s), including 1 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Hungry Howies#102 in Lake Wales ever been shut down?
- No, Hungry Howies#102 in Lake Wales has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- 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 V36 (Proper ventilation) mean?
- Violation 36 (Proper ventilation) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/36.
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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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