Hgi Lakeland Great American Grill in Lakeland
Last inspected:
3839 Don Emerson Dr, Lakeland, FL 33811HGI Lakeland Great American Grill has received 33 inspections since January 2022, accumulating 188 total violations—an average of 5.7 per inspection, slightly above the statewide average of 5.2. The facility has not been emergency-closed. A disciplinary action resulted in $160 in fines. The violation record shows recurring patterns: proper cooking temperature violations appeared in at least 5 inspections between March 2024 and October 2025; hand washing and employee health policy violations were cited in at least 3 inspections; and chemical storage violations were documented in at least 4 inspections. The most recent inspection on March 3, 2026 found 12 violations (all basic) 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.
Hgi Lakeland Great American Grill in Lakeland: Comparison to Polk County Averages
Hgi Lakeland Great American Grill in Lakeland: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $160.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2024018041 | $160.00 | Jan 4, 2024 | Miami (Doral) |
Hgi Lakeland Great American Grill in Lakeland: Full Inspection History — DBPR (34)
— 2 inspections10 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— 5 inspections23 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
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Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
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Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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Basic Violations
— 3 inspections14 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 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
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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Basic Violations
— 3 inspections26 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
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Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
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Basic Violations
— 3 inspections9 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued
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Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Basic Violations
— 5 inspections21 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
— 2 inspections9 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections7 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Basic 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
Intermediate Violations
— 5 inspections19 violations · 15 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Complaint Full· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 1 inspection5 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections6 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Hgi Lakeland Great American Grill in Lakeland: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Hgi Lakeland Great American Grill in Lakeland last inspected?
- Hgi Lakeland Great American Grill in Lakeland was last inspected by Florida DBPR on July 24, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- What are the most common violations at Hgi Lakeland Great American Grill in Lakeland?
- The most frequently cited violations at Hgi Lakeland Great American Grill in Lakeland are: Consumer advisory, Proper hand/arm washing, Proper ventilation.
- How many health inspections has Hgi Lakeland Great American Grill in Lakeland had?
- Hgi Lakeland Great American Grill in Lakeland has had 34 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 5.7 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Hgi Lakeland Great American Grill in Lakeland find?
- Hgi Lakeland Great American Grill in Lakeland was most recently inspected on July 24, 2026 with 6 violation(s), including 2 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Hgi Lakeland Great American Grill in Lakeland ever been shut down?
- No, Hgi Lakeland Great American Grill in Lakeland has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- 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.
- What does Florida violation V08 (Proper hand/arm washing) mean?
- Violation 08 (Proper hand/arm washing) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/08.
- 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.
- Has Hgi Lakeland Great American Grill in Lakeland faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Hgi Lakeland Great American Grill in Lakeland has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $160.00 in fines.
- How much has Hgi Lakeland Great American Grill in Lakeland been fined?
- Hgi Lakeland Great American Grill in Lakeland has been fined a total of $160.00 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).
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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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