Mr. Pollo Mexican Grill in Lakeland
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4981 Us 98 N, Lakeland, FL 33809Mr. Pollo Mexican Grill in Lakeland has accumulated 24 violations across 12 inspections between June 2023 and March 2026, averaging 2.0 violations per inspection, below the Florida statewide average of 5.2. Proper hand and arm washing violations were cited in 5 of the 12 inspections, establishing a clear pattern of recurring employee hygiene failures. High-priority violations for improper cooking temperatures and hand washing have appeared across multiple inspections, including two documented on the most recent routine inspection on March 25, 2026. The facility has not experienced any emergency closures. An administrative complaint was recommended on May 2, 2025 following a hand washing and food contact surface violation, and a warning was issued on November 8, 2024. The most recent inspection on March 25, 2026 was completed with no further action required.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Mr. Pollo Mexican Grill in Lakeland: Comparison to Polk County Averages
Mr. Pollo Mexican Grill in Lakeland: Full Inspection History — DBPR (12)
— 1 inspection3 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections5 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections5 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections4 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 3 inspections5 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 1 inspection0 violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
Mr. Pollo Mexican Grill in Lakeland: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Mr. Pollo Mexican Grill in Lakeland last inspected?
- Mr. Pollo Mexican Grill in Lakeland was last inspected by Florida DBPR on March 25, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- What are the most common violations at Mr. Pollo Mexican Grill in Lakeland?
- The most frequently cited violations at Mr. Pollo Mexican Grill in Lakeland are: Outer openings protected, Proper hand/arm washing, Adequate lighting.
- How many health inspections has Mr. Pollo Mexican Grill in Lakeland had?
- Mr. Pollo Mexican Grill in Lakeland has had 12 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 2 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Mr. Pollo Mexican Grill in Lakeland find?
- Mr. Pollo Mexican Grill in Lakeland was most recently inspected on March 25, 2026 with 3 violation(s), including 1 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Mr. Pollo Mexican Grill in Lakeland ever been shut down?
- No, Mr. Pollo Mexican Grill in Lakeland has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- What does Florida violation V16 (Proper cooking temps) mean?
- Violation 16 (Proper cooking temps) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/16.
- What does Florida violation V50 (Adequate lighting) mean?
- Violation 50 (Adequate lighting) is classified as a basic priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/50.
- What does Florida violation V53 (Outer openings protected) mean?
- Violation 53 (Outer openings protected) is classified as a basic priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/53.
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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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