How many health inspections has MOE'S SOUTHWEST GRILL had?

MOE'S SOUTHWEST GRILL has had 21 inspections according to Florida DBPR records.

Has MOE'S SOUTHWEST GRILL ever been shut down?

No, MOE'S SOUTHWEST GRILL has no emergency closures on record.

What are the most common violations at MOE'S SOUTHWEST GRILL?

The most frequently cited violations at MOE'S SOUTHWEST GRILL are: Proper ventilation, Consumer advisory, Chemical properly stored.

What does Florida violation V35 (Single-use items) mean?

CONTAMINATION RISK: Reusing single-use items (gloves, cups, utensils, foil) that were designed for one use creates contamination pathways. Single-use gloves develop micro-tears during use, becoming bacterial incubators. Reused single-use containers lose structural integrity, leaking contaminated liquids. Single-use utensils cannot be properly sanitized between uses. Single-use articles (gloves, cups, lids, foil, plastic wrap, straws, stirrers, paper napkins) must be used once and discarded. Do not wash and reuse. Store in original packaging to prevent contamination. Dispense in sanitary manner. Use food-grade single-use items only.

What does Florida violation V36 (Proper ventilation) mean?

AIR QUALITY: Inadequate ventilation allows accumulation of grease-laden vapors, carbon monoxide, smoke, steam, and odors. Grease deposits on surfaces attract pests and create fire hazards. Poor ventilation promotes mold growth, which produces allergenic spores and mycotoxins. Carbon monoxide from gas equipment causes headaches, dizziness, and can be fatal at high levels. Provide adequate mechanical ventilation to remove cooking fumes, smoke, steam, and odors. Maintain hood systems with clean filters — degrease monthly. Ensure adequate makeup air to prevent negative pressure. Provide sufficient lighting: 50 foot-candles at food preparation surfaces, 20 foot-candles in equipment/utensil areas, 10 foot-candles in walk-ins and storage.

MOE'S SOUTHWEST GRILL

3945 US HWY 98 N, Lakeland, FL 33809

Polk County · Permanent Food Service · Owner: RG N LAKELAND LLC · License: SEA6307713

MOE'S SOUTHWEST GRILL in Lakeland, FL has 21 inspections on record with 67 total violations (3.2 per inspection) and 0 emergency closures.

21Inspections

67Violations

0Closures

Data current as of March 11, 2025

Inspection History (21)

Mar 11, 2025 — Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Complied

Intermediate Violations

V35 Single-use items

V36 Proper ventilation

Mar 6, 2025 — Routine - Food· 8 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting

V14 Food contact surfaces

V21 Time as control

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V35 Single-use items

V36 Proper ventilation

V42 Equipment condition

Nov 20, 2024 — Routine - Food· 2 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V22 Consumer advisory

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

Mar 22, 2024 — Food-Licensing Inspection· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Intermediate Violations

V36 Proper ventilation

Sep 14, 2023 — Routine - Food· 4 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V22 Consumer advisory

Intermediate Violations

V35 Single-use items

V36 Proper ventilation

Jan 30, 2023 — Routine - Food· 3 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V06 Handwashing facilities

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V23 Chemical properly stored

Jul 27, 2022 — Routine - Food· 5 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V22 Consumer advisory

V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V36 Proper ventilation

Feb 25, 2022 — Complaint Full· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V21 Time as control

Basic Violations

V50 Adequate lighting

Jan 11, 2022 — Routine - Food· 4 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V22 Consumer advisory

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

Aug 2, 2021 — Routine - Food· 4 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

V14 Food contact surfaces

V22 Consumer advisory

V23 Chemical properly stored

Feb 2, 2021 — Routine - Food· 8 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Jul 16, 2020 — Routine - Food· 3 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V22 Consumer advisory

Intermediate Violations

V32 Proper sanitizing

V42 Equipment condition

Feb 6, 2020 — Routine - Food· 3 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Intermediate Violations

V32 Proper sanitizing

V35 Single-use items

V36 Proper ventilation

Oct 18, 2019 — Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Complied

Intermediate Violations

V32 Proper sanitizing

V36 Proper ventilation

Aug 16, 2019 — Routine - Food· 4 violations · Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V22 Consumer advisory

Intermediate Violations

V32 Proper sanitizing

V36 Proper ventilation

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Apr 23, 2019 — Routine - Food· 2 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Sep 15, 2018 — Routine - Food· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Intermediate Violations

V36 Proper ventilation

Jun 27, 2018 — Routine - Food· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Intermediate Violations

V36 Proper ventilation

Jan 8, 2018 — Routine - Food· 3 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V22 Consumer advisory

V24 Toxic substance control

Intermediate Violations

V36 Proper ventilation

Nov 22, 2016 — Complaint Full· 2 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V23 Chemical properly stored

Jul 9, 2016 — Routine - Food· 3 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting

V16 Proper cooking temps

V22 Consumer advisory

How Does This Facility Compare?

MOE'S SOUTHWEST GRILL has had 0 emergency closures, compared to the Polk County average of 0.11 closures per facility. It has averaged 3.2 violations per inspection vs. the county average of 1.93.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many health inspections has MOE'S SOUTHWEST GRILL had?: MOE'S SOUTHWEST GRILL has had 21 inspections according to Florida DBPR records.
Has MOE'S SOUTHWEST GRILL ever been shut down?: No, MOE'S SOUTHWEST GRILL has no emergency closures on record.
What are the most common violations at MOE'S SOUTHWEST GRILL?: The most frequently cited violations at MOE'S SOUTHWEST GRILL are: Proper ventilation, Consumer advisory, Chemical properly stored.

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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.

Professional Review: All content undergoes standards and compliance oversight by Christopher F. Nesbitt, Sr., Nationally Registered EMT & BU-trained Paralegal, using professional regulatory data auditing protocols.

Last verified: March 11, 2025 | Our methodology | Editorial standards | Report an error

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