Grillsmith in Lakeland
Last inspected:
1569 Town Center Dr, Lakeland, FL 33803Grillsmith in Lakeland accumulated 200 violations across 27 inspections over its record, averaging 7.4 violations per inspection—significantly above Florida's statewide average of 5.2. The facility was emergency-closed on August 30, 2022 for fly activity. Two disciplinary actions resulted in combined fines of $800. High-priority violations were recurring across the inspection record, including improper hand and arm washing cited in at least 4 inspections, shell stock handling violations in at least 3 inspections, and toxic substance control issues appearing in multiple inspections. The facility's most recent inspection on December 2, 2025 found 12 violations (1 intermediate, 5 basic, with the summary listing 6 violations marked as high-priority) and was completed with no further action.
Most recent closure: August 30, 2022 for fly activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Grillsmith in Lakeland: Comparison to Polk County Averages
Grillsmith in Lakeland: Emergency Closure History (1)
Grillsmith in Lakeland: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (2)
Total fines on record: $800.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2022060060 | $400.00 | Nov 1, 2022 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 3--2022045533 | $400.00 | Aug 30, 2022 | Fort Lauderdale |
Grillsmith in Lakeland: Full Inspection History — DBPR (28)
— 1 inspection1 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 2 inspections10 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections14 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections7 violations · 4 high priority
— Complaint Full· 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· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 6 inspections25 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations · Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Emergency Order Callback Complied
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection11 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 4 inspections30 violations · 20 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 4 inspections21 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections17 violations · 15 high priority
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (10 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
— 2 inspections10 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Grillsmith in Lakeland: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Grillsmith in Lakeland last inspected?
- Grillsmith in Lakeland was last inspected by Florida DBPR on April 29, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- When was Grillsmith in Lakeland last shut down?
- Grillsmith in Lakeland was last shut down on August 30, 2022 for fly 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 Grillsmith in Lakeland?
- The most frequently cited violations at Grillsmith in Lakeland are: Proper ventilation, Food contact surfaces, Consumer advisory.
- How many health inspections has Grillsmith in Lakeland had?
- Grillsmith in Lakeland has had 28 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 7.2 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Grillsmith in Lakeland find?
- Grillsmith in Lakeland was most recently inspected on April 29, 2026 with 1 violation(s), including 1 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Grillsmith in Lakeland ever been shut down?
- Yes, Grillsmith in Lakeland has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- What does Florida violation V03 (Employee health reporting) mean?
- Violation 03 (Employee health reporting) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/03.
- Has Grillsmith in Lakeland faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Grillsmith in Lakeland has 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $800.00 in fines.
- How much has Grillsmith in Lakeland been fined?
- Grillsmith in Lakeland has been fined a total of $800.00 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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