Hungry Howie's in Lakeland
Last inspected:
1101 S Florida Ave, Lakeland, FL 338031307Part of: Hungry Howies Florida health inspections, violations & closures
Hungry Howie's in Lakeland has accumulated 126 violations across 22 inspections dating back to 2021, averaging 5.7 violations per inspection—above the Florida statewide average of 5.2. Chemical storage violations appear in at least 6 inspections, making this a persistent concern. Additional recurring findings include consumer advisory violations, employee health reporting issues, and shell stock handling violations. The facility has not been emergency-closed. One disciplinary action resulting in a $200 fine was issued. The most recent inspection on December 15, 2025 found 2 basic violations and was completed with no further action required.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Hungry Howie's in Lakeland: Comparison to Polk County Averages
Hungry Howie's in Lakeland: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $200.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2021024353 | $200.00 | Feb 26, 2021 | Miami (Doral) |
Hungry Howie's in Lakeland: Full Inspection History — DBPR (22)
— 3 inspections9 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Partial· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Complaint Partial· 6 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
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Basic Violations
— 1 inspection3 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections10 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 1 inspection6 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 4 inspections16 violations · 5 high priority
— Complaint Full· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 4 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 1 inspection3 violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections17 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 5 inspections25 violations · 14 high priority
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
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Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections7 violations · 3 high priority
— Complaint Full· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
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Hungry Howie's in Lakeland: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Hungry Howie's in Lakeland last inspected?
- Hungry Howie's in Lakeland was last inspected by Florida DBPR on December 15, 2025. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- What are the most common violations at Hungry Howie's in Lakeland?
- The most frequently cited violations at Hungry Howie's in Lakeland are: Proper ventilation, Consumer advisory, Chemical properly stored.
- How many health inspections has Hungry Howie's in Lakeland had?
- Hungry Howie's in Lakeland has had 22 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 Hungry Howie's in Lakeland find?
- Hungry Howie's in Lakeland was most recently inspected on December 15, 2025 with 1 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Hungry Howie's in Lakeland ever been shut down?
- No, Hungry Howie's in Lakeland has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- What does Florida violation V36 (Proper ventilation) mean?
- Violation 36 (Proper ventilation) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/36.
- Has Hungry Howie's in Lakeland faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Hungry Howie's in Lakeland has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $200.00 in fines.
- How much has Hungry Howie's in Lakeland been fined?
- Hungry Howie's in Lakeland has been fined a total of $200.00 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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