Il Forno Restaurant & Pizzeria in Lakeland
Last inspected:
3615 S Florida Ave Ste 1310, Lakeland, FL 33803IL Forno Restaurant & Pizzeria in Lakeland has accumulated 146 violations across 29 inspections since 2016, averaging 5 per visit. The facility was shut down twice, once for roach activity and once for sewage leaks. Recurring compliance issues centered on ventilation, food contact surfaces, and consumer advisories. Recent inspections show marked improvement, with zero violations in October 2025 followed by only one violation in November.
Most recent closure: June 20, 2019 for sewage leaks.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Il Forno Restaurant & Pizzeria in Lakeland: Comparison to Polk County Averages
This Facility
5.1
violations / inspection
5.1 violations per inspection
Polk County Avg
3.26
violations / inspection
3.26 county average
This Facility
2
emergency closures
2 closures
Polk County Avg
0.18
closures / facility
0.18 county average
Il Forno Restaurant & Pizzeria in Lakeland: Emergency Closure History (2)
Il Forno Restaurant & Pizzeria in Lakeland: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (2)
Total fines on record: $1,200.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2019032494 | $800.00 | Jun 20, 2019 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 3--2017041740 | $400.00 | Aug 15, 2017 | Miami (Doral) |
Il Forno Restaurant & Pizzeria in Lakeland: Full Inspection History — DBPR (30)
— 1 inspection7 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections7 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections12 violations · 6 high priority
— Complaint Full· 2 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections8 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections11 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (6 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
— 2 inspections18 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (9 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections11 violations · 5 high priority
— Complaint Full· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 4 inspections12 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections8 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 5 inspections29 violations · 16 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections15 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
Il Forno Restaurant & Pizzeria in Lakeland: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Il Forno Restaurant & Pizzeria in Lakeland last inspected?
- Il Forno Restaurant & Pizzeria in Lakeland was last inspected by Florida DBPR on April 15, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- When was Il Forno Restaurant & Pizzeria in Lakeland last shut down?
- Il Forno Restaurant & Pizzeria in Lakeland was last shut down on June 20, 2019 for sewage leaks. This data reflects state records at time of publication. The facility may have since resolved these issues.
- What are the most common violations at Il Forno Restaurant & Pizzeria in Lakeland?
- The most frequently cited violations at Il Forno Restaurant & Pizzeria in Lakeland are: Proper ventilation, Food contact surfaces, Consumer advisory.
- How many health inspections has Il Forno Restaurant & Pizzeria in Lakeland had?
- Il Forno Restaurant & Pizzeria in Lakeland has had 30 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 5.1 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Il Forno Restaurant & Pizzeria in Lakeland find?
- Il Forno Restaurant & Pizzeria in Lakeland was most recently inspected on April 15, 2026 with 7 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Il Forno Restaurant & Pizzeria in Lakeland ever been shut down?
- Yes, Il Forno Restaurant & Pizzeria in Lakeland has been emergency-closed 2 times by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- 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 V29 (Proper sewage disposal) mean?
- Violation 29 (Proper sewage disposal) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/29.
- What does Florida violation V31 (Clean multi-use utensils) mean?
- Violation 31 (Clean multi-use utensils) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/31.
- Has Il Forno Restaurant & Pizzeria in Lakeland faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Il Forno Restaurant & Pizzeria in Lakeland has 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $1,200.00 in fines.
- How much has Il Forno Restaurant & Pizzeria in Lakeland been fined?
- Il Forno Restaurant & Pizzeria in Lakeland has been fined a total of $1,200.00 across 2 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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