Mamas Soul Food Lakeland in Lakeland
Last inspected:
518 Memorial Blvd, Lakeland, FL 33801Mamas Soul Food in Lakeland has accumulated 321 violations across 43 inspections since 2016, averaging 7.5 per visit. The facility was shut down once for roach activity. The most frequently cited violations involve outer openings protection, ventilation, and utensil cleanliness. Recent inspections from 2024 onward show compliance improving, with no warnings issued in the past year.
Most recent closure: August 12, 2019 for roach activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Mamas Soul Food Lakeland in Lakeland: Comparison to Polk County Averages
This Facility
7.5
violations / inspection
7.5 violations per inspection
Polk County Avg
3.26
violations / inspection
3.26 county average
This Facility
1
emergency closures
1 closures
Polk County Avg
0.18
closures / facility
0.18 county average
Mamas Soul Food Lakeland in Lakeland: Emergency Closure History (1)
Mamas Soul Food Lakeland in Lakeland: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $200.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2017035860 | $200.00 | Mar 28, 2017 | Miami (Doral) |
Mamas Soul Food Lakeland in Lakeland: Full Inspection History — DBPR (43)
— 1 inspection7 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections8 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections6 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Complaint Partial· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Partial· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections2 violations · 1 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
— 2 inspections5 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 1 inspection0 violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— 6 inspections16 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 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
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
— 10 inspections77 violations · 34 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (2 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Time Extension
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Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (4 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
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— Routine - Food· 10 violations (4 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
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— Routine - Food· 10 violations (4 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
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Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 16 violations (8 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations · Call Back - Complied
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
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Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— 6 inspections34 violations · 17 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
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Basic Violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 11 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 6 inspections31 violations · 14 high priority
— Complaint Full· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 17 violations (10 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 4 inspections26 violations · 13 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
Mamas Soul Food Lakeland in Lakeland: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Mamas Soul Food Lakeland in Lakeland last inspected?
- Mamas Soul Food Lakeland in Lakeland was last inspected by Florida DBPR on February 5, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- When was Mamas Soul Food Lakeland in Lakeland last shut down?
- Mamas Soul Food Lakeland in Lakeland was last shut down on August 12, 2019 for roach 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 Mamas Soul Food Lakeland in Lakeland?
- The most frequently cited violations at Mamas Soul Food Lakeland in Lakeland are: Outer openings protected, Proper ventilation, Clean multi-use utensils.
- How many health inspections has Mamas Soul Food Lakeland in Lakeland had?
- Mamas Soul Food Lakeland in Lakeland has had 43 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 7.5 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Mamas Soul Food Lakeland in Lakeland find?
- Mamas Soul Food Lakeland in Lakeland was most recently inspected on February 5, 2026 with 7 violation(s), including 1 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Mamas Soul Food Lakeland in Lakeland ever been shut down?
- Yes, Mamas Soul Food Lakeland in Lakeland has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- What does Florida violation V02 (Employee health policy) mean?
- Violation 02 (Employee health policy) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/02.
- 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 Mamas Soul Food Lakeland in Lakeland faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Mamas Soul Food Lakeland in Lakeland has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $200.00 in fines.
- How much has Mamas Soul Food Lakeland in Lakeland been fined?
- Mamas Soul Food Lakeland 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.
Editor: All content reviewed and verified by Christopher F. Nesbitt, Sr., Nationally Registered EMT & BU-trained Paralegal.
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