Bay Street Bistro in Lakeland
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211 E Bay St, Lakeland, FL 33801Bay Street Bistro in Lakeland has been inspected 22 times since 2016, accumulating 55 violations at an average of 2.5 per inspection, notably below the Florida statewide average of 5.2. The facility was emergency-closed once on May 23, 2019 for rodent activity. A disciplinary action resulting in $400 in fines has been issued against the establishment. Recent inspections show a pattern of consumer advisory violations, with the most recent routine inspection on September 19, 2025 resulting in no further action required.
Most recent closure: May 23, 2019 for rodent activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Bay Street Bistro in Lakeland: Comparison to Polk County Averages
Bay Street Bistro in Lakeland: Emergency Closure History (1)
Bay Street Bistro in Lakeland: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $400.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2019027668 | $400.00 | May 23, 2019 | Miami (Doral) |
Bay Street Bistro in Lakeland: Full Inspection History — DBPR (23)
— 1 inspection2 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections2 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 2 inspections3 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 3 inspections4 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— 3 inspections9 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection4 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections7 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 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
Intermediate Violations
— 5 inspections13 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Complied
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections9 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 3 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 1 inspection1 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Bay Street Bistro in Lakeland: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Bay Street Bistro in Lakeland last inspected?
- Bay Street Bistro in Lakeland was last inspected by Florida DBPR on April 6, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- When was Bay Street Bistro in Lakeland last shut down?
- Bay Street Bistro in Lakeland was last shut down on May 23, 2019 for rodent activity. This data reflects state records at time of publication. The facility may have since resolved these issues.
- What are the most common violations at Bay Street Bistro in Lakeland?
- The most frequently cited violations at Bay Street Bistro in Lakeland are: Consumer advisory, Proper hand/arm washing, Proper ventilation.
- How many health inspections has Bay Street Bistro in Lakeland had?
- Bay Street Bistro in Lakeland has had 23 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 2.5 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Bay Street Bistro in Lakeland find?
- Bay Street Bistro in Lakeland was most recently inspected on April 6, 2026 with 2 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Bay Street Bistro in Lakeland ever been shut down?
- Yes, Bay Street Bistro in Lakeland has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- What does Florida violation V22 (Consumer advisory) mean?
- Violation 22 (Consumer advisory) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/22.
- 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.
- Has Bay Street Bistro in Lakeland faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Bay Street Bistro in Lakeland has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $400.00 in fines.
- How much has Bay Street Bistro in Lakeland been fined?
- Bay Street Bistro in Lakeland has been fined a total of $400.00 across 1 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).
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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