Carrabba's Italian Grill in Lakeland
Last inspected:
4829 S Florida Ave, Lakeland, FL 33813Part of: Carrabbas Florida health inspections, violations & closures
Carrabba's Italian Grill in Lakeland has accumulated 182 violations across 31 inspections since 2016, averaging 5.9 violations per visit. The restaurant was shut down once for roach and fly activity in March 2022 and issued an emergency order after finding 12 violations with 4 high-priority citations. The facility has faced 3 disciplinary actions totaling $1,200 in fines. Top recurring violations include improper ventilation (17 citations), employee health reporting failures (15), and sewage disposal issues (13).
Most recent closure: March 16, 2022 for roach & fly activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Carrabba's Italian Grill in Lakeland: Comparison to Polk County Averages
This Facility
5.8
violations / inspection
5.8 violations per inspection
Polk County Avg
3.26
violations / inspection
3.26 county average
This Facility
1
emergency closures
1 closures
Polk County Avg
0.18
closures / facility
0.18 county average
Carrabba's Italian Grill in Lakeland: Emergency Closure History (1)
Carrabba's Italian Grill in Lakeland: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (3)
Total fines on record: $1,200.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2025090055 | $200.00 | Dec 8, 2025 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 3--2022013755 | $800.00 | Mar 23, 2022 | Tampa | |
| 3--2019039241 | $200.00 | May 29, 2019 | Miami (Doral) |
Carrabba's Italian Grill in Lakeland: Full Inspection History — DBPR (32)
— 3 inspections10 violations · 7 high priority
— Complaint Partial· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— 3 inspections11 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections6 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections17 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 5 inspections21 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Emergency Order Callback Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate 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
— 3 inspections14 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (1 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
— 4 inspections17 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 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· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections12 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 5 inspections23 violations · 16 high priority
— Complaint Full· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Complaint Full· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection5 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Carrabba's Italian Grill in Lakeland: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Carrabba's Italian Grill in Lakeland last inspected?
- Carrabba's Italian Grill in Lakeland was last inspected by Florida DBPR on May 7, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- When was Carrabba's Italian Grill in Lakeland last shut down?
- Carrabba's Italian Grill in Lakeland was last shut down on March 16, 2022 for roach & fly 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 Carrabba's Italian Grill in Lakeland?
- The most frequently cited violations at Carrabba's Italian Grill in Lakeland are: Proper ventilation, Employee health reporting, Proper sewage disposal.
- How many health inspections has Carrabba's Italian Grill in Lakeland had?
- Carrabba's Italian Grill in Lakeland has had 32 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 5.8 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Carrabba's Italian Grill in Lakeland find?
- Carrabba's Italian Grill in Lakeland was most recently inspected on May 7, 2026 with 3 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Carrabba's Italian Grill in Lakeland ever been shut down?
- Yes, Carrabba's Italian Grill in Lakeland has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- 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 V16 (Proper cooking temps) mean?
- Violation 16 (Proper cooking temps) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/16.
- What does Florida violation V36 (Proper ventilation) mean?
- Violation 36 (Proper ventilation) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/36.
- Has Carrabba's Italian Grill in Lakeland faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Carrabba's Italian Grill in Lakeland has 3 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $1,200.00 in fines.
- How much has Carrabba's Italian Grill in Lakeland been fined?
- Carrabba's Italian Grill in Lakeland has been fined a total of $1,200.00 across 3 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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