Ole Tampa Cuban Shop in Lakeland
Last inspected:
4525 S Florida Ave Ste 31, Lakeland, FL 33813Ole Tampa Cuban Shop in Lakeland has accumulated 131 violations across 30 inspections since 2016, averaging 4.4 per visit. The facility was shut down twice for roach activity and once for roach and rodent activity. The restaurant has faced 3 disciplinary actions totaling $1,360 in fines, with the largest penalty at $800. Food contact surfaces, proper ventilation, and protection of outer openings are the most frequently cited violations.
Most recent closure: May 3, 2017 for roach & rodent activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Ole Tampa Cuban Shop in Lakeland: Comparison to Polk County Averages
This Facility
4.4
violations / inspection
4.4 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
Ole Tampa Cuban Shop in Lakeland: Emergency Closure History (2)
Ole Tampa Cuban Shop in Lakeland: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (3)
Total fines on record: $1,360.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2021056481 | $160.00 | Oct 4, 2021 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 3--2017022815 | $800.00 | May 3, 2017 | Fort Lauderdale | |
| 3--2016000602 | $400.00 | Dec 17, 2015 | Fort Lauderdale |
Ole Tampa Cuban Shop in Lakeland: Full Inspection History — DBPR (30)
— 1 inspection1 violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections7 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 1 inspection2 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 5 inspections17 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 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· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate 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· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections5 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— 4 inspections15 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections1 violations · 1 high priority
— 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
— 2 inspections16 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections9 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Emergency Order Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 4 inspections29 violations · 20 high priority
— Complaint Full· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Ole Tampa Cuban Shop in Lakeland: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Ole Tampa Cuban Shop in Lakeland last inspected?
- Ole Tampa Cuban Shop in Lakeland was last inspected by Florida DBPR on January 29, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- When was Ole Tampa Cuban Shop in Lakeland last shut down?
- Ole Tampa Cuban Shop in Lakeland was last shut down on May 3, 2017 for roach & rodent 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 Ole Tampa Cuban Shop in Lakeland?
- The most frequently cited violations at Ole Tampa Cuban Shop in Lakeland are: Food contact surfaces, Proper ventilation, Outer openings protected.
- How many health inspections has Ole Tampa Cuban Shop in Lakeland had?
- Ole Tampa Cuban Shop in Lakeland has had 30 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 4.4 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Ole Tampa Cuban Shop in Lakeland find?
- Ole Tampa Cuban Shop in Lakeland was most recently inspected on January 29, 2026 with 1 violation(s), including 1 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Ole Tampa Cuban Shop in Lakeland ever been shut down?
- Yes, Ole Tampa Cuban Shop in Lakeland has been emergency-closed 2 times by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- What does Florida violation V41 (Toilet facilities) mean?
- Violation 41 (Toilet facilities) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/41.
- Has Ole Tampa Cuban Shop in Lakeland faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Ole Tampa Cuban Shop in Lakeland has 3 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $1,360.00 in fines.
- How much has Ole Tampa Cuban Shop in Lakeland been fined?
- Ole Tampa Cuban Shop in Lakeland has been fined a total of $1,360.00 across 3 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
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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.
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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