Don Criollo Bakery & Restaurant in Lakeland
Last inspected:
2101 S Combee Rd Unit 24, Lakeland, FL 33801Don Criollo Bakery & Restaurant in Lakeland has accumulated 77 violations across 26 inspections since 2016, averaging 3 per visit. The facility received one disciplinary action resulting in a $280 fine. Recent inspections show a pattern of warnings with high-priority violations followed by compliance callbacks, most notably in October 2021 when inspectors cited 11 violations in two consecutive days.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Don Criollo Bakery & Restaurant in Lakeland: Comparison to Polk County Averages
Don Criollo Bakery & Restaurant in Lakeland: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $280.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2023008587 | $280.00 | Dec 8, 2022 | Fort Lauderdale |
Don Criollo Bakery & Restaurant in Lakeland: Full Inspection History — DBPR (27)
— 1 inspection4 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 3 inspections16 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections5 violations · 2 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections8 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections8 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections9 violations · 7 high priority
— Complaint Full· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Complaint Full· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— 3 inspections5 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Intermediate Violations
— 4 inspections6 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 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.
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— 4 inspections11 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 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
— 2 inspections2 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued
Don Criollo Bakery & Restaurant in Lakeland: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Don Criollo Bakery & Restaurant in Lakeland last inspected?
- Don Criollo Bakery & Restaurant in Lakeland was last inspected by Florida DBPR on March 23, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- What are the most common violations at Don Criollo Bakery & Restaurant in Lakeland?
- The most frequently cited violations at Don Criollo Bakery & Restaurant in Lakeland are: Food contact surfaces, Proper ventilation, Outer openings protected.
- How many health inspections has Don Criollo Bakery & Restaurant in Lakeland had?
- Don Criollo Bakery & Restaurant in Lakeland has had 27 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 3 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Don Criollo Bakery & Restaurant in Lakeland find?
- Don Criollo Bakery & Restaurant in Lakeland was most recently inspected on March 23, 2026 with 4 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Don Criollo Bakery & Restaurant in Lakeland ever been shut down?
- No, Don Criollo Bakery & Restaurant in Lakeland has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- 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 V14 (Food contact surfaces) mean?
- Violation 14 (Food contact surfaces) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/14.
- What does Florida violation V21 (Time as control) mean?
- Violation 21 (Time as control) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/21.
- Has Don Criollo Bakery & Restaurant in Lakeland faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Don Criollo Bakery & Restaurant in Lakeland has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $280.00 in fines.
- How much has Don Criollo Bakery & Restaurant in Lakeland been fined?
- Don Criollo Bakery & Restaurant in Lakeland has been fined a total of $280.00 across 1 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.
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