Burger King in Lakeland
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3212 Us 98 N, Lakeland, FL 33805Part of: Burger King Florida health inspections, violations & closures
Burger King #2498 in Lakeland had 15 inspections on record between June 2020 and February 2026, documenting 37 total violations—an average of 2.5 violations per inspection, well below the Florida statewide average of 5.2. The facility has not been emergency-closed. Consumer advisory violations appeared in 5 of the 8 most recent inspections, indicating recurring issues with menu labeling or allergen disclosure. The most recent inspection on February 9, 2026 cited shell stock handling violations and resulted in no further action required.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Burger King in Lakeland: Comparison to Polk County Averages
Burger King in Lakeland: Full Inspection History — DBPR (15)
— 1 inspection4 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection2 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections5 violations · 3 high priority
— Complaint Full· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection4 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection3 violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections5 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 1 inspection2 violations
— Complaint Full· 2 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 4 inspections8 violations · 4 high priority
— Complaint Full· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections1 violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Intermediate Violations
Burger King in Lakeland: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Burger King in Lakeland last inspected?
- Burger King #2498 in Lakeland was last inspected by Florida DBPR on February 9, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- What are the most common violations at Burger King in Lakeland?
- The most frequently cited violations at Burger King #2498 in Lakeland are: Proper ventilation, Consumer advisory, Proper sewage disposal.
- How many health inspections has Burger King in Lakeland had?
- Burger King #2498 in Lakeland has had 15 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 Burger King in Lakeland find?
- Burger King #2498 in Lakeland was most recently inspected on February 9, 2026 with 5 violation(s), including 1 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Burger King in Lakeland ever been shut down?
- No, Burger King #2498 in Lakeland has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- What does Florida violation V12 (Shell stock requirements) mean?
- Violation 12 (Shell stock requirements) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/12.
- 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 V33 (Proper cooling equipment) mean?
- Violation 33 (Proper cooling equipment) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/33.
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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.
Disclaimer: All data reflects official state records at time of publication. Facilities may have since corrected cited violations, resolved enforcement actions, or changed ownership.
Editor: All content reviewed and verified by Christopher F. Nesbitt, Sr., Nationally Registered EMT & BU-trained Paralegal.
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