Route 60 Diner in Lake Wales
Last inspected:
7448 Hwy 60, Lake Wales, FL 33898Route 60 Diner in Lake Wales has accumulated 140 violations across 31 inspections since 2016, averaging 4.5 per visit. The facility has faced 2 disciplinary actions totaling $620 in fines. Proper ventilation, hand and arm washing, and multi-use utensil cleanliness are the most frequently cited violations. Recent inspections from 2024 through February 2026 consistently document high-priority violations, with four of the last six inspections recording two high-priority citations each.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Route 60 Diner in Lake Wales: Comparison to Polk County Averages
This Facility
4.5
violations / inspection
4.5 violations per inspection
Polk County Avg
3.26
violations / inspection
3.26 county average
This Facility
0
emergency closures
0 closures
Polk County Avg
0.18
closures / facility
0.18 county average
Route 60 Diner in Lake Wales: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (2)
Total fines on record: $620.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2022006458 | $300.00 | Jan 18, 2022 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 3--2020000676 | $320.00 | Nov 8, 2019 | Fort Lauderdale |
Route 60 Diner in Lake Wales: Full Inspection History — DBPR (31)
— 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
— 2 inspections5 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections8 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections6 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 4 inspections17 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Administrative complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
Basic Violations
— 5 inspections17 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections7 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections13 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 4 inspections18 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Complied
— 5 inspections26 violations · 15 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 7 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 1 inspection8 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
Route 60 Diner in Lake Wales: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Route 60 Diner in Lake Wales last inspected?
- Route 60 Diner in Lake Wales was last inspected by Florida DBPR on February 10, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- What are the most common violations at Route 60 Diner in Lake Wales?
- The most frequently cited violations at Route 60 Diner in Lake Wales are: Proper ventilation, Clean multi-use utensils, Proper hand/arm washing.
- How many health inspections has Route 60 Diner in Lake Wales had?
- Route 60 Diner in Lake Wales has had 31 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 Route 60 Diner in Lake Wales find?
- Route 60 Diner in Lake Wales was most recently inspected on February 10, 2026 with 4 violation(s), including 2 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Route 60 Diner in Lake Wales ever been shut down?
- No, Route 60 Diner 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 V41 (Toilet facilities) mean?
- Violation 41 (Toilet facilities) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/41.
- What does Florida violation V50 (Adequate lighting) mean?
- Violation 50 (Adequate lighting) is classified as a basic priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/50.
- Has Route 60 Diner in Lake Wales faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Route 60 Diner in Lake Wales has 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $620.00 in fines.
- How much has Route 60 Diner in Lake Wales been fined?
- Route 60 Diner in Lake Wales has been fined a total of $620.00 across 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
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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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