How many health inspections has PALACE PIZZA had?

PALACE PIZZA has had 22 inspections according to Florida DBPR records.

Has PALACE PIZZA ever been shut down?

No, PALACE PIZZA has no emergency closures on record.

What are the most common violations at PALACE PIZZA?

The most frequently cited violations at PALACE PIZZA are: Employee health policy, Proper hand/arm washing, Consumer advisory.

What does Florida violation V02 (Employee health policy) mean?

DISEASE TRANSMISSION: Without a written employee health policy, sick food workers transmit Norovirus (20 million US cases/year), Hepatitis A (causes liver failure), Salmonella, Shigella, and E. coli O157:H7. CDC estimates 40% of restaurant outbreaks involve ill food workers. A single infected employee can contaminate food for thousands of customers. Maintain written employee health policy addressing: reporting of symptoms (vomiting, diarrhea, jaundice, sore throat with fever), diagnosed illnesses (Norovirus, Hepatitis A, Salmonella, Shigella, E. coli), exclusion and restriction criteria, and return-to-work requirements. Train all employees on policy at hiring and annually.

What does Florida violation V22 (Consumer advisory) mean?

INFORMED CHOICE: Without consumer advisory, customers with compromised immune systems, elderly, pregnant women, and young children cannot make informed decisions about consuming raw or undercooked foods. Raw oysters carry Vibrio vulnificus (50% fatality in at-risk groups). Undercooked eggs carry Salmonella Enteritidis. Raw fish may contain Anisakis parasites. Provide written consumer advisory with: disclosure identifying menu items containing raw or undercooked animal foods (eggs, meat, fish, shellfish), and a reminder statement about increased risk of foodborne illness. Must be on menu, placard, or other conspicuous written format. Covers items like rare burgers, sushi, sunny-side-up eggs, raw oysters.

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.

PALACE PIZZA

114 S KENTUCKY AVE, Lakeland, FL 33801

Polk County · Permanent Food Service · Owner: PALACE PIZZA INC · License: SEA6305942

PALACE PIZZA in Lakeland, FL has 22 inspections on record with 117 total violations (5.3 per inspection) and 0 emergency closures.

22Inspections

117Violations

0Closures

Data current as of April 21, 2025

Inspection History (22)

Apr 21, 2025 — Routine - Food· 5 violations · Warning Issued

Nov 19, 2024 — Routine - Food· 4 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

V22 Consumer advisory

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

Nov 2, 2023 — Complaint Full· 5 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V12 Shell stock requirements

V23 Chemical properly stored

V24 Toxic substance control

V25 Allergen awareness

Oct 10, 2023 — Routine - Food· 7 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

V03 Employee health reporting

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V11 Food in good condition

V21 Time as control

V25 Allergen awareness

Jun 8, 2023 — Routine - Food· 4 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V21 Time as control

V22 Consumer advisory

Dec 8, 2022 — Routine - Food· 4 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V25 Allergen awareness

Basic Violations

V51 Premises clean

Oct 7, 2022 — Routine - Food· 7 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V12 Shell stock requirements

V22 Consumer advisory

V25 Allergen awareness

Basic Violations

V51 Premises clean

Apr 20, 2022 — Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Feb 18, 2022 — Routine - Food· 6 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V22 Consumer advisory

V27 Correct procedures

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Aug 11, 2021 — Routine - Food· 5 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

V03 Employee health reporting

V25 Allergen awareness

Intermediate Violations

V32 Proper sanitizing

Basic Violations

V51 Premises clean

Feb 10, 2021 — Routine - Food· 2 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V14 Food contact surfaces

Intermediate Violations

V42 Equipment condition

Dec 14, 2020 — Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

Dec 4, 2020 — Routine - Food· 3 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

V22 Consumer advisory

Basic Violations

V51 Premises clean

Oct 2, 2020 — Routine - Food· 20 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness

V02 Employee health policy

V03 Employee health reporting

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V10 Approved food source

V12 Shell stock requirements

V14 Food contact surfaces

V21 Time as control

V22 Consumer advisory

V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V33 Proper cooling equipment

V36 Proper ventilation

V41 Toilet facilities

Basic Violations

V51 Premises clean

Mar 3, 2020 — Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V22 Consumer advisory

Intermediate Violations

V41 Toilet facilities

Basic Violations

V50 Adequate lighting

Nov 6, 2019 — Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Nov 5, 2019 — Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V35 Single-use items

V41 Toilet facilities

Jun 5, 2019 — Routine - Food· 3 violations · Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

V16 Proper cooking temps

Jun 3, 2019 — Routine - Food· 12 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

V03 Employee health reporting

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V09 No contamination

V16 Proper cooking temps

V22 Consumer advisory

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Jun 25, 2018 — Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

Apr 26, 2018 — Routine - Food· 11 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V12 Shell stock requirements

V16 Proper cooking temps

V21 Time as control

V22 Consumer advisory

V25 Allergen awareness

Intermediate Violations

V41 Toilet facilities

Basic Violations

V51 Premises clean

V53 Outer openings protected

Oct 25, 2016 — Routine - Food· 10 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

V03 Employee health reporting

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V12 Shell stock requirements

V22 Consumer advisory

V25 Allergen awareness

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

How Does This Facility Compare?

PALACE PIZZA has had 0 emergency closures, compared to the Polk County average of 0.11 closures per facility. It has averaged 5.3 violations per inspection vs. the county average of 1.93.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many health inspections has PALACE PIZZA had?: PALACE PIZZA has had 22 inspections according to Florida DBPR records.
Has PALACE PIZZA ever been shut down?: No, PALACE PIZZA has no emergency closures on record.
What are the most common violations at PALACE PIZZA?: The most frequently cited violations at PALACE PIZZA are: Employee health policy, Proper hand/arm washing, Consumer advisory.

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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.

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