Elena's Cuban Cafe in Lakeland
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2246 E Edgewood Dr, Lakeland, FL 33803Elena's Cuban Cafe in Lakeland has 17 inspections on record dating to 2022, averaging 2.8 violations per inspection—well below Florida's statewide average of 5.2. The facility has not been emergency-closed. High-priority violations have included improper hand/arm washing, proper cooking temperatures, food condition, shell stock requirements, and water supply issues. Handwashing violations appeared in at least 3 inspections spanning 2022 to 2025, indicating a recurring management concern. The most recent inspection on November 20, 2025 yielded 3 basic violations and was completed with no further action required.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records. This facility has an active inspection record with the Florida DBPR.
Elena's Cuban Cafe in Lakeland: Comparison to Polk County Averages
Elena's Cuban Cafe in Lakeland: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (1)
— 1 fire violation
— Routine - Food · 49-05-4 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Elena's Cuban Cafe in Lakeland: Full Inspection History — DBPR (19)
— 2 inspections3 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Administrative complaint recommended
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections2 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 1 inspection1 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 3 inspections7 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 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
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections5 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— 1 inspection4 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections8 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 3 inspections10 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections6 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection2 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Elena's Cuban Cafe in Lakeland: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Elena's Cuban Cafe in Lakeland last inspected?
- Elena's Cuban Cafe in Lakeland was last inspected by Florida DBPR on August 6, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- What are the most common violations at Elena's Cuban Cafe in Lakeland?
- The most frequently cited violations at Elena's Cuban Cafe in Lakeland are: Proper ventilation, Proper hand/arm washing, Employee health reporting.
- How many health inspections has Elena's Cuban Cafe in Lakeland had?
- Elena's Cuban Cafe in Lakeland has had 19 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 2.7 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Elena's Cuban Cafe in Lakeland find?
- Elena's Cuban Cafe in Lakeland was most recently inspected on August 6, 2026 with 2 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Elena's Cuban Cafe in Lakeland ever been shut down?
- No, Elena's Cuban Cafe in Lakeland has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- 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 Elena's Cuban Cafe in Lakeland had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, Elena's Cuban Cafe in Lakeland has 1 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
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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.
Editor: All content reviewed and verified by Christopher F. Nesbitt, Sr., Nationally Registered EMT & BU-trained Paralegal.
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