Firehouse Subs in Lakeland
Last inspected:
3615 S. Florida Ave Ste 820, Lakeland, FL 33803Part of: Firehouse Subs Florida health inspections, violations & closures
Firehouse Subs #185 in Lakeland has received 17 inspections since 2020, accumulating 51 violations with an average of 3.0 per inspection, below the Florida statewide average of 5.2. The facility has never been emergency-closed. One disciplinary action resulted in a $160 fine. The violation record shows a general improvement trajectory: early inspections in 2020–2022 included intermediate-level findings in food contact surfaces and employee health reporting, but recent inspections in 2024–2026 have documented minimal violations. The most recent inspection on March 5, 2026 found no violations and was completed with no further action required.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Firehouse Subs in Lakeland: Comparison to Polk County Averages
Firehouse Subs in Lakeland: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $160.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2022028364 | $160.00 | Apr 22, 2022 | Miami (Doral) |
Firehouse Subs in Lakeland: Full Inspection History — DBPR (17)
— 1 inspection0 violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— 1 inspection1 violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Basic Violations
— 1 inspection1 violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections8 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections4 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate 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
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections9 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 4 inspections11 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection2 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 1 inspection2 violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Firehouse Subs in Lakeland: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Firehouse Subs in Lakeland last inspected?
- Firehouse Subs #185 in Lakeland was last inspected by Florida DBPR on March 5, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- What are the most common violations at Firehouse Subs in Lakeland?
- The most frequently cited violations at Firehouse Subs #185 in Lakeland are: Consumer advisory, Food contact surfaces, Outer openings protected.
- How many health inspections has Firehouse Subs in Lakeland had?
- Firehouse Subs #185 in Lakeland has had 17 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 Firehouse Subs in Lakeland find?
- Firehouse Subs #185 in Lakeland was most recently inspected on March 5, 2026 with 0 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Firehouse Subs in Lakeland ever been shut down?
- No, Firehouse Subs #185 in Lakeland has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- Has Firehouse Subs in Lakeland faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Firehouse Subs #185 in Lakeland has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $160.00 in fines.
- How much has Firehouse Subs in Lakeland been fined?
- Firehouse Subs #185 in Lakeland has been fined a total of $160.00 across 1 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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