Pdq in Lakeland
Last inspected:
4714 S. Florida Avenue, Lakeland, FL 33813Part of: PDQ Florida health inspections, violations & closures
PDQ in Lakeland has accumulated 88 violations across 21 inspections since 2016, averaging 4.2 violations per inspection—slightly below the Florida statewide average of 5.2. Employee health reporting violations appeared in four separate inspections (July 2023, November 2023, and July 2023), and chemical storage violations were cited repeatedly across three inspections, indicating systemic management issues in these areas. The facility received a Warning Issued disposition on November 14, 2023 after inspectors documented four high-priority violations including management awareness and employee health reporting failures. A disciplinary action with a $200 fine was issued at some point in the record. The facility has not been emergency-closed. The most recent inspection on November 20, 2025 found 2 basic violations and was completed with no further action required.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Pdq in Lakeland: Comparison to Polk County Averages
Pdq in Lakeland: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $200.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2018009682 | $200.00 | Jan 17, 2018 | Miami (Doral) |
Pdq in Lakeland: Full Inspection History — DBPR (21)
— 1 inspection1 violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection5 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 5 inspections17 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections7 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 1 inspection7 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections13 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 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
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections19 violations · 16 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (9 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections6 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— 1 inspection3 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 1 inspection4 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Pdq in Lakeland: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Pdq in Lakeland last inspected?
- Pdq in Lakeland was last inspected by Florida DBPR on November 20, 2025. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- What are the most common violations at Pdq in Lakeland?
- The most frequently cited violations at Pdq in Lakeland are: Employee health reporting, Shell stock requirements, Proper ventilation.
- How many health inspections has Pdq in Lakeland had?
- Pdq in Lakeland has had 21 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 4.2 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Pdq in Lakeland find?
- Pdq in Lakeland was most recently inspected on November 20, 2025 with 1 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Pdq in Lakeland ever been shut down?
- No, Pdq in Lakeland has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- What does Florida violation V36 (Proper ventilation) mean?
- Violation 36 (Proper ventilation) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/36.
- Has Pdq in Lakeland faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Pdq in Lakeland has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $200.00 in fines.
- How much has Pdq in Lakeland been fined?
- Pdq in Lakeland has been fined a total of $200.00 across 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
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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).
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.
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