How many health inspections has CHICK-FIL-A had?

CHICK-FIL-A has had 22 inspections according to Florida DBPR records.

Has CHICK-FIL-A ever been shut down?

No, CHICK-FIL-A has no emergency closures on record.

What are the most common violations at CHICK-FIL-A?

The most frequently cited violations at CHICK-FIL-A are: Chemical properly stored, Consumer advisory, Proper hand/arm washing.

What does Florida violation V16 (Proper cooking temps) mean?

PATHOGEN SURVIVAL: Undercooking is a leading cause of foodborne illness. Salmonella in poultry survives below 165°F — causes 1.35 million US infections annually. E. coli O157:H7 in ground beef survives below 155°F — causes bloody diarrhea and kidney failure. Trichinella in pork survives below 145°F. Proper cooking is the critical kill step that destroys these pathogens. Cook to minimum internal temperatures: Poultry/stuffing/reheated foods: 165°F for 15 seconds. Ground meats: 155°F for 15 seconds. Pork/beef/fish/eggs (immediate service): 145°F for 15 seconds. Whole roasts: 145°F for 4 minutes. Verify with calibrated probe thermometer in thickest part. Microwave cooking: 165°F, rotate, stand 2 minutes.

What does Florida violation V23 (Chemical properly stored) mean?

CHEMICAL POISONING: Improperly stored chemicals near food can cause acute poisoning through contamination, mislabeling, or accidental use. Sanitizer concentrate causes chemical burns to mouth and esophagus. Pesticides cause neurological damage. Degreaser ingestion requires emergency treatment. Cross-contamination from chemical storage areas can affect all food in facility. Store ALL chemicals: below food and food contact surfaces, in original labeled containers, separated from food storage areas, in designated chemical storage area. Never store chemicals in food containers. Maintain Safety Data Sheets (SDS) for all chemicals. Train employees on proper chemical handling, storage, and emergency procedures.

CHICK-FIL-A

4625 S FLORIDA AVE, Lakeland, FL 33813

Polk County · Permanent Food Service · Owner: CHICK-FIL-A INC · License: SEA6306817

CHICK-FIL-A in Lakeland, FL has 22 inspections on record with 72 total violations (3.3 per inspection) and 0 emergency closures.

22Inspections

72Violations

0Closures

Data current as of December 10, 2024

Inspection History (22)

Dec 10, 2024 — Complaint Full· 2 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V16 Proper cooking temps

V23 Chemical properly stored

Aug 27, 2024 — Routine - Food· 2 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V24 Toxic substance control

Basic Violations

V51 Premises clean

Mar 5, 2024 — Complaint Full· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V13 Parasite destruction

Feb 22, 2024 — Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Dec 19, 2023 — Complaint Full· 2 violations · Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V11 Food in good condition

V24 Toxic substance control

Nov 15, 2023 — Complaint Full· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V13 Parasite destruction

Aug 24, 2023 — Complaint Full· 2 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V22 Consumer advisory

V23 Chemical properly stored

Jun 30, 2023 — Complaint Full· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Feb 6, 2023 — Routine - Food· 2 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V22 Consumer advisory

Basic Violations

V51 Premises clean

Sep 2, 2022 — Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness

V03 Employee health reporting

V22 Consumer advisory

V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V35 Single-use items

Mar 14, 2022 — Routine - Food· 3 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V16 Proper cooking temps

V22 Consumer advisory

Aug 26, 2021 — Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V14 Food contact surfaces

V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V41 Toilet facilities

Dec 15, 2020 — Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V14 Food contact surfaces

V22 Consumer advisory

Intermediate Violations

V41 Toilet facilities

Jul 24, 2020 — Routine - Food· 3 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V36 Proper ventilation

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Dec 11, 2019 — Routine - Food· 2 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V23 Chemical properly stored

Aug 26, 2019 — Routine - Food· 5 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V16 Proper cooking temps

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V36 Proper ventilation

Jun 3, 2019 — Routine - Food· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Jul 19, 2018 — Routine - Food· 9 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting

V21 Time as control

V22 Consumer advisory

V23 Chemical properly stored

V25 Allergen awareness

Intermediate Violations

V33 Proper cooling equipment

V35 Single-use items

V38 Waste properly disposed

Jul 28, 2017 — Complaint Full· 7 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V22 Consumer advisory

V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V40 Wiping cloths usage

V41 Toilet facilities

Jul 21, 2017 — Complaint Full· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting

Jul 20, 2017 — Complaint Full· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

Intermediate Violations

V35 Single-use items

V36 Proper ventilation

Sep 21, 2016 — Routine - Food· 11 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V12 Shell stock requirements

V22 Consumer advisory

V23 Chemical properly stored

V24 Toxic substance control

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

How Does This Facility Compare?

CHICK-FIL-A has had 0 emergency closures, compared to the Polk County average of 0.11 closures per facility. It has averaged 3.3 violations per inspection vs. the county average of 1.93.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many health inspections has CHICK-FIL-A had?: CHICK-FIL-A has had 22 inspections according to Florida DBPR records.
Has CHICK-FIL-A ever been shut down?: No, CHICK-FIL-A has no emergency closures on record.
What are the most common violations at CHICK-FIL-A?: The most frequently cited violations at CHICK-FIL-A are: Chemical properly stored, Consumer advisory, Proper hand/arm washing.

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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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