Olive Garden Italian Restaurant in Lakeland
Last inspected:
1340 Lakeside Village Cir, Lakeland, FL 33803Part of: Olive Garden Florida health inspections, violations & closures
Olive Garden Italian Restaurant #4432 in Lakeland has been inspected 24 times since January 2022, with 89 total violations averaging 3.7 per inspection, below the Florida statewide average of 5.2. The facility has not experienced any emergency closures. One disciplinary action resulted in a $200 fine. Chemical storage violations appeared in multiple recent inspections, including two complaint inspections in December 2025 that documented improper chemical storage; the most recent inspection on December 11, 2025 was completed with call back compliance required. Violations across the record also included shell stock requirements, proper cooking temperatures, hand washing, toxic substance control, and allergen awareness. The facility maintains a Risk Level 2 classification with 206 seats.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Olive Garden Italian Restaurant in Lakeland: Comparison to Polk County Averages
Olive Garden Italian Restaurant in Lakeland: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $200.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2021042224 | $200.00 | Jul 9, 2021 | Miami (Doral) |
Olive Garden Italian Restaurant in Lakeland: Full Inspection History — DBPR (24)
— 4 inspections11 violations · 8 high priority
— Complaint Full· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Complaint Full· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections15 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection3 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections10 violations · 7 high priority
— Complaint Full· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections6 violations · 3 high priority
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 1 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Not Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections8 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (1 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
— 3 inspections14 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections15 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection2 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Olive Garden Italian Restaurant in Lakeland: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Olive Garden Italian Restaurant in Lakeland last inspected?
- Olive Garden Italian Restaurant #4432 in Lakeland was last inspected by Florida DBPR on December 11, 2025. The result was: Call Back - Complied.
- What are the most common violations at Olive Garden Italian Restaurant in Lakeland?
- The most frequently cited violations at Olive Garden Italian Restaurant #4432 in Lakeland are: Chemical properly stored, Proper ventilation, Food contact surfaces.
- How many health inspections has Olive Garden Italian Restaurant in Lakeland had?
- Olive Garden Italian Restaurant #4432 in Lakeland has had 24 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 3.7 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Olive Garden Italian Restaurant in Lakeland find?
- Olive Garden Italian Restaurant #4432 in Lakeland was most recently inspected on December 11, 2025 with 1 violation(s). Disposition: Call Back - Complied.
- Has Olive Garden Italian Restaurant in Lakeland ever been shut down?
- No, Olive Garden Italian Restaurant #4432 in Lakeland has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- What does Florida violation V23 (Chemical properly stored) mean?
- Violation 23 (Chemical properly stored) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/23.
- Has Olive Garden Italian Restaurant in Lakeland faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Olive Garden Italian Restaurant #4432 in Lakeland has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $200.00 in fines.
- How much has Olive Garden Italian Restaurant in Lakeland been fined?
- Olive Garden Italian Restaurant #4432 in Lakeland has been fined a total of $200.00 across 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
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