How many health inspections has MARKET CAFE had?

MARKET CAFE has had 20 inspections according to Florida DBPR records.

Has MARKET CAFE ever been shut down?

No, MARKET CAFE has no emergency closures on record.

What are the most common violations at MARKET CAFE?

The most frequently cited violations at MARKET CAFE are: Consumer advisory, Food contact surfaces, Adequate lighting.

What does Florida violation V22 (Consumer advisory) mean?

INFORMED CHOICE: Without consumer advisory, customers with compromised immune systems, elderly, pregnant women, and young children cannot make informed decisions about consuming raw or undercooked foods. Raw oysters carry Vibrio vulnificus (50% fatality in at-risk groups). Undercooked eggs carry Salmonella Enteritidis. Raw fish may contain Anisakis parasites. Provide written consumer advisory with: disclosure identifying menu items containing raw or undercooked animal foods (eggs, meat, fish, shellfish), and a reminder statement about increased risk of foodborne illness. Must be on menu, placard, or other conspicuous written format. Covers items like rare burgers, sushi, sunny-side-up eggs, raw oysters.

What does Florida violation V50 (Adequate lighting) mean?

DETECTION FAILURE: Inadequate lighting prevents employees from identifying food contamination, insect presence, dirt on equipment, and other safety hazards. Studies show food safety violations increase 60% in poorly lit areas. Employees cannot see evidence of pest activity, mold growth, or food spoilage. Poor lighting also increases injury risk from cuts and burns. Provide adequate lighting: 50 foot-candles at food preparation surfaces and where employee safety is important, 20 foot-candles in handwashing areas, equipment and utensil storage, and at buffet service, 10 foot-candles in walk-in coolers, dry storage, and during cleaning. Use shatter-resistant bulbs or light shields in food areas.

MARKET CAFE

20 N MARKET ST, Lake Wales, FL 33853

Polk County · Permanent Food Service · Owner: STEGALL BROOKE · License: SEA6307785

MARKET CAFE in Lake Wales, FL has 20 inspections on record with 68 total violations (3.4 per inspection) and 0 emergency closures.

20Inspections

68Violations

0Closures

Data current as of February 3, 2025

Inspection History (20)

Feb 3, 2025 — Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended

High Priority Violations

V22 Consumer advisory

Basic Violations

V50 Adequate lighting

Jul 31, 2024 — Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended

High Priority Violations

V14 Food contact surfaces

Basic Violations

V50 Adequate lighting

Jan 25, 2024 — Routine - Food· 2 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V14 Food contact surfaces

Oct 27, 2023 — Routine - Food· 2 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V14 Food contact surfaces

Basic Violations

V51 Premises clean

May 2, 2023 — Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended

High Priority Violations

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

Sep 20, 2019 — Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

V14 Food contact surfaces

Intermediate Violations

V38 Waste properly disposed

Jul 19, 2019 — Routine - Food· 10 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued

Feb 6, 2019 — Routine - Food· 3 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V22 Consumer advisory

Intermediate Violations

V38 Waste properly disposed

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Jul 20, 2018 — Routine - Food· 3 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V05 Handwashing procedures

V22 Consumer advisory

Basic Violations

V50 Adequate lighting

Jan 12, 2018 — Routine - Food· 2 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V22 Consumer advisory

Basic Violations

V51 Premises clean

Jul 10, 2017 — Routine - Food· 4 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

V12 Shell stock requirements

V25 Allergen awareness

Intermediate Violations

V40 Wiping cloths usage

Feb 14, 2017 — Routine - Food· 5 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V10 Approved food source

V16 Proper cooking temps

V25 Allergen awareness

Basic Violations

V50 Adequate lighting

V51 Premises clean

Sep 1, 2016 — Routine - Food· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

How Does This Facility Compare?

MARKET CAFE has had 0 emergency closures, compared to the Polk County average of 0.11 closures per facility. It has averaged 3.4 violations per inspection vs. the county average of 1.93.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many health inspections has MARKET CAFE had?: MARKET CAFE has had 20 inspections according to Florida DBPR records.
Has MARKET CAFE ever been shut down?: No, MARKET CAFE has no emergency closures on record.
What are the most common violations at MARKET CAFE?: The most frequently cited violations at MARKET CAFE are: Consumer advisory, Food contact surfaces, Adequate lighting.

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Editorial Standards & Data Oversight

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.

Professional Review: All content undergoes standards and compliance oversight by Christopher F. Nesbitt, Sr., Nationally Registered EMT & BU-trained Paralegal, using professional regulatory data auditing protocols.

Last verified: February 3, 2025 | Our methodology | Editorial standards | Report an error

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