How many health inspections has CHAMPS SPORTS BAR & GRILL had?

CHAMPS SPORTS BAR & GRILL has had 21 inspections according to Florida DBPR records.

Has CHAMPS SPORTS BAR & GRILL ever been shut down?

No, CHAMPS SPORTS BAR & GRILL has no emergency closures on record.

What are the most common violations at CHAMPS SPORTS BAR & GRILL?

The most frequently cited violations at CHAMPS SPORTS BAR & GRILL are: Proper ventilation, Proper hand/arm washing, Chemical properly stored.

What does Florida violation V10 (Approved food source) mean?

UNSAFE FOOD SOURCE: Food from unapproved sources bypasses USDA/FDA safety inspections, potentially harboring Listeria, Salmonella, E. coli O157:H7, parasites, or chemical contaminants. Uninspected meat may contain antibiotics, hormones, or prions (mad cow disease). Home-canned foods risk deadly Clostridium botulinum toxin. Wild-harvested shellfish may contain paralytic toxins. All food must come from approved, inspected sources. Maintain supplier documentation and invoices. Shellfish must have proper tags retained for 90 days. No home-prepared, home-canned, or uninspected foods. Wild game must be commercially processed. Verify supplier licenses and inspection status.

What does Florida violation V36 (Proper ventilation) mean?

AIR QUALITY: Inadequate ventilation allows accumulation of grease-laden vapors, carbon monoxide, smoke, steam, and odors. Grease deposits on surfaces attract pests and create fire hazards. Poor ventilation promotes mold growth, which produces allergenic spores and mycotoxins. Carbon monoxide from gas equipment causes headaches, dizziness, and can be fatal at high levels. Provide adequate mechanical ventilation to remove cooking fumes, smoke, steam, and odors. Maintain hood systems with clean filters — degrease monthly. Ensure adequate makeup air to prevent negative pressure. Provide sufficient lighting: 50 foot-candles at food preparation surfaces, 20 foot-candles in equipment/utensil areas, 10 foot-candles in walk-ins and storage.

CHAMPS SPORTS BAR & GRILL

6645 S FLORIDA AVE #14, Lakeland, FL 33813

Polk County · Permanent Food Service · Owner: INDEPENDENTLY DELICIOUS LLC · License: SEA6307632

CHAMPS SPORTS BAR & GRILL in Lakeland, FL has 21 inspections on record with 125 total violations (6 per inspection) and 0 emergency closures.

21Inspections

125Violations

0Closures

Data current as of February 25, 2025

Inspection History (21)

Feb 25, 2025 — Routine - Food· 2 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V10 Approved food source

Intermediate Violations

V36 Proper ventilation

Nov 7, 2024 — Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V09 No contamination

Feb 22, 2024 — Routine - Food· 2 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

Intermediate Violations

V40 Wiping cloths usage

Oct 30, 2023 — Routine - Food· 3 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V12 Shell stock requirements

V22 Consumer advisory

Intermediate Violations

V36 Proper ventilation

Jan 26, 2023 — Routine - Food· 6 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V06 Handwashing facilities

V11 Food in good condition

V22 Consumer advisory

V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V36 Proper ventilation

Jul 5, 2022 — Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Jul 1, 2022 — Routine - Food· 6 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V14 Food contact surfaces

V22 Consumer advisory

V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V35 Single-use items

Feb 25, 2022 — Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V22 Consumer advisory

Basic Violations

V50 Adequate lighting

Aug 13, 2021 — Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied

Intermediate Violations

V36 Proper ventilation

Aug 12, 2021 — Routine - Food· 6 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V35 Single-use items

V36 Proper ventilation

Jan 26, 2021 — Routine - Food· 8 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting

V16 Proper cooking temps

V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V36 Proper ventilation

V41 Toilet facilities

Sep 22, 2020 — Routine - Food· 7 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

V10 Approved food source

V22 Consumer advisory

V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V36 Proper ventilation

Feb 21, 2020 — Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V25 Allergen awareness

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Oct 9, 2019 — Routine - Food· 15 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

May 22, 2019 — Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

V14 Food contact surfaces

May 21, 2019 — Routine - Food· 13 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness

V03 Employee health reporting

V14 Food contact surfaces

V27 Correct procedures

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V35 Single-use items

V36 Proper ventilation

Basic Violations

V51 Premises clean

V53 Outer openings protected

Oct 4, 2018 — Routine - Food· 10 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness

V03 Employee health reporting

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V14 Food contact surfaces

V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V36 Proper ventilation

Jun 26, 2018 — Routine - Food· 8 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V23 Chemical properly stored

V25 Allergen awareness

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V35 Single-use items

V36 Proper ventilation

Basic Violations

V51 Premises clean

Feb 23, 2018 — Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied

Intermediate Violations

V36 Proper ventilation

Feb 12, 2018 — Routine - Food· 11 violations · Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V14 Food contact surfaces

V16 Proper cooking temps

V22 Consumer advisory

V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V36 Proper ventilation

V40 Wiping cloths usage

Oct 21, 2016 — Routine - Food· 13 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V12 Shell stock requirements

V16 Proper cooking temps

V22 Consumer advisory

V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V35 Single-use items

V36 Proper ventilation

V40 Wiping cloths usage

How Does This Facility Compare?

CHAMPS SPORTS BAR & GRILL has had 0 emergency closures, compared to the Polk County average of 0.11 closures per facility. It has averaged 6 violations per inspection vs. the county average of 1.93.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many health inspections has CHAMPS SPORTS BAR & GRILL had?: CHAMPS SPORTS BAR & GRILL has had 21 inspections according to Florida DBPR records.
Has CHAMPS SPORTS BAR & GRILL ever been shut down?: No, CHAMPS SPORTS BAR & GRILL has no emergency closures on record.
What are the most common violations at CHAMPS SPORTS BAR & GRILL?: The most frequently cited violations at CHAMPS SPORTS BAR & GRILL are: Proper ventilation, Proper hand/arm washing, Chemical properly stored.

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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.

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