Burger King in Lakeland
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7000 S Florida Ave, Lakeland, FL 33803Part of: Burger King Florida health inspections, violations & closures
Burger King #5037 in Lakeland has been emergency-closed twice, including for sewage backup on May 15, 2023 and fly activity on September 2, 2021. The facility averaged 2.5 violations per inspection across 17 inspections from 2016 to present, well below the statewide average of 5.2. Two disciplinary actions resulted in $1,200 in combined fines. High-priority violations have been infrequent but include management awareness, employee health reporting, handwashing procedures, and toxic substance control, cited most recently on January 29, 2025. The most recent inspection on February 4, 2026 found one basic violation and was completed with no further action required.
Most recent closure: May 15, 2023 for sewage back up.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Burger King in Lakeland: Comparison to Polk County Averages
Burger King in Lakeland: Emergency Closure History (2)
Burger King in Lakeland: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (2)
Total fines on record: $1,200.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2023030904 | $800.00 | May 15, 2023 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 3--2021042100 | $400.00 | Sep 2, 2021 | Miami (Doral) |
Burger King in Lakeland: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (1)
— 1 fire violation
— Complaint Full · 46-04-4 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Burger King in Lakeland: Full Inspection History — DBPR (17)
— 1 inspection1 violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection4 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 3 inspections6 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Emergency Order Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections3 violations · 2 high priority
— Complaint Full· 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
— 4 inspections6 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Emergency Order Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— 1 inspection5 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 1 inspection5 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection4 violations · 3 high priority
— Complaint Full· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection2 violations · 1 high priority
— Complaint Full· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections4 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Burger King in Lakeland: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Burger King in Lakeland last inspected?
- Burger King #5037 in Lakeland was last inspected by Florida DBPR on February 4, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- When was Burger King in Lakeland last shut down?
- Burger King #5037 in Lakeland was last shut down on May 15, 2023 for sewage back up. This data reflects state records at time of publication. The facility may have since resolved these issues.
- What are the most common violations at Burger King in Lakeland?
- The most frequently cited violations at Burger King #5037 in Lakeland are: Proper ventilation, Proper sewage disposal, Chemical properly stored.
- How many health inspections has Burger King in Lakeland had?
- Burger King #5037 in Lakeland has had 17 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 #5037 in Lakeland was most recently inspected on February 4, 2026 with 1 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Burger King in Lakeland ever been shut down?
- Yes, Burger King #5037 in Lakeland has been emergency-closed 2 times by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- 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.
- Has Burger King in Lakeland had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, Burger King #5037 in Lakeland has 1 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has Burger King in Lakeland faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Burger King #5037 in Lakeland has 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $1,200.00 in fines.
- How much has Burger King in Lakeland been fined?
- Burger King #5037 in Lakeland has been fined a total of $1,200.00 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).
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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