Cozy Oaks Restaurant in Lakeland
Last inspected:
1201 E Orange St, Lakeland, FL 33801Cozy Oaks Restaurant in Lakeland has operated for a decade with 275 violations across 43 inspections, averaging 6.4 per visit. The facility was shut down once in 2023 for roach activity. State records show the restaurant's most persistent compliance problems are consumer advisories, improper hand and arm washing, and chemical storage violations. In January 2026, inspectors found nine violations including two high-priority items, though the facility came into compliance by February.
Most recent closure: November 17, 2020 for roach activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Cozy Oaks Restaurant in Lakeland: Comparison to Polk County Averages
This Facility
6.4
violations / inspection
6.4 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
Cozy Oaks Restaurant in Lakeland: Emergency Closure History (1)
Cozy Oaks Restaurant in Lakeland: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (2)
Total fines on record: $560.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2023026695 | $160.00 | Apr 4, 2023 | Fort Lauderdale | |
| 3--2020055695 | $400.00 | Nov 17, 2020 | Tampa |
Cozy Oaks Restaurant in Lakeland: Full Inspection History — DBPR (43)
— 3 inspections13 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Complaint Full· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections8 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections17 violations · 14 high priority
— Complaint Full· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Complaint Full· 11 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 7 inspections18 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Complaint Partial· 0 violations · Assigned to Inspector
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— 5 inspections18 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Complaint Full· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections12 violations · 7 high priority
— Complaint Full· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 8 inspections25 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Emergency Order Callback Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (5 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— 4 inspections24 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 14 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 7 inspections49 violations · 40 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 11 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (5 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections16 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
Cozy Oaks Restaurant in Lakeland: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Cozy Oaks Restaurant in Lakeland last inspected?
- Cozy Oaks Restaurant in Lakeland was last inspected by Florida DBPR on February 12, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- When was Cozy Oaks Restaurant in Lakeland last shut down?
- Cozy Oaks Restaurant in Lakeland was last shut down on November 17, 2020 for roach 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 Cozy Oaks Restaurant in Lakeland?
- The most frequently cited violations at Cozy Oaks Restaurant in Lakeland are: Consumer advisory, Proper hand/arm washing, Chemical properly stored.
- How many health inspections has Cozy Oaks Restaurant in Lakeland had?
- Cozy Oaks Restaurant in Lakeland has had 43 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 6.4 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Cozy Oaks Restaurant in Lakeland find?
- Cozy Oaks Restaurant in Lakeland was most recently inspected on February 12, 2026 with 3 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Cozy Oaks Restaurant in Lakeland ever been shut down?
- Yes, Cozy Oaks Restaurant in Lakeland has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- What does Florida violation V10 (Approved food source) mean?
- Violation 10 (Approved food source) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/10.
- What does Florida violation V22 (Consumer advisory) mean?
- Violation 22 (Consumer advisory) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/22.
- Has Cozy Oaks Restaurant in Lakeland faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Cozy Oaks Restaurant in Lakeland has 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $560.00 in fines.
- How much has Cozy Oaks Restaurant in Lakeland been fined?
- Cozy Oaks Restaurant in Lakeland has been fined a total of $560.00 across 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
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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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