Publix in Lakeland

Last inspected:

3636 Harden Blvd, Lakeland, FL 33803

Part of: Publix Florida health inspections, violations & closures

Overview

Publix 1854 vended water operation in Lakeland has had 5 inspections on record since November 2023, with only 2 violations documented in the initial November 2023 inspection. All subsequent inspections—including focused inspections in February 2025 and January 2026 with lab results provided—resulted in no violations. The most recent inspection on January 21, 2026 was completed with no further action required.

Summary generated from Florida FDACS public inspection records.

5FDACS Insp.
2Violations

Last inspected FDACS:

Publix in Lakeland: FDACS Inspection History (5)

Inspections conducted by the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS), which oversees grocery stores, convenience stores, bakeries, food manufacturers, mobile vendors, and vending machines.

— 1 inspection
— Focused Inspection· Focused Inspection

Inspector: MARIA JOHNSON, OPS REGULATORY PROGRAM SPECIALIST

Comments: Conducted routine offsite inspection. Lab results provided.

No violations or enforcement actions recorded for this inspection.

— 1 inspection
— Focused Inspection· Focused Inspection

Inspector: MARIA JOHNSON, OPS REGULATORY PROGRAM SPECIALIST

Comments: Conducted Routine Offsite Inspection. Lab results provided.

No violations or enforcement actions recorded for this inspection.

— 1 inspection
— Met Sanitation Inspection Requirements· Met Requirements

Inspector: MARIA JOHNSON, OPS REGULATORY PROGRAM SPECIALIST

Comments: Initial Inspection Vended Water Payments can be made online at https://foodpermit.fdacs.gov or can be mailed to Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services, P.O. Box 6720, Tallahassee FL 32314-6720. Checks and money orders are to be payable to Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services. All payments must include the Food Establishment number and reason of payment type in the memo section of the check or money order.

No violations or enforcement actions recorded for this inspection.

— 2 inspections
— Met Inspection Requirements· 2 violations· Met Requirements

Inspector: STEFANIA

Comments: When citations have been corrected and initialed, an electronic copy of the completed report may be emailed to [email protected]. Please note each observation that has been corrected. Thank you for submitting your food establishment permit application. To complete the application process, you must remit payment in full. To expedite the processing of your food permit application, electronic online payment is available at https://foodpermit.fdacs.gov. Follow the instructions on the portal page for payment processing. Payment by check or money order is also accepted, but must be made payable to FDACS and remitted to Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services, PO Box 6720, Tallahassee, FL 32314-6720. Please note that payment by check or money order may delay the processing of your food permit application. Permit fees must be paid in full before your application can be processed further. Failure to pay any permit fees in full will result in the denial of your permit and you may be subject to administrative penalties if you are found operating without a valid food permit, which is a violation of Section 500.12(1)(a), Florida Statutes. If you are found to be in violation of this provision, the Department may impose up to a $5,000.00 fine against you and/or seek administrative action to close your business.

Good Retail Practice Violations

6-202.15 Outer opening not protected against the entry of insects and rodents by filling or closing holes and other gaps along floors, walls, and ceilings; closed, tight-fitting windows; and solid, self-closing, tight-fitting doors. Windows or doors kept open for ventilation or other purposes not protected against the entry of insects and rodents by 16 mesh to 1 inch screens; properly designed and installed air curtains to control flying insects; or other effective means. 6-202.15
Delivery area: Gap at the bottom side juncture of delivery door.
5-205.15(B) Plumbing system not maintained in good repair. 5-205.15(B)
Deli: Leak at the bottom of handwashing sink in cooking area.
— Met Inspection Requirements· Met Requirements

Inspector: Visit #: 9999-7182-2345-60

Comments: Thank you for submitting your food establishment permit application. To complete the application process, you must remit payment in full. To expedite the processing of your food permit application, electronic online payment is available at https://foodpermit.fdacs.gov. Follow the instructions on the portal page for payment processing. Payment by check or money order is also accepted, but must be made payable to FDACS and remitted to Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services, PO Box 6720, Tallahassee, FL 32314-6720. Please note that payment by check or money order may delay the processing of your food permit application. Permit fees must be paid in full before your application can be processed further. Failure to pay any permit fees in full will result in the denial of your permit and you may be subject to administrative penalties if you are found operating without a valid food permit, which is a violation of Section 500.12(1)(a), Florida Statutes. If you are found to be in violation of this provision, the Department may impose up to a $5,000.00 fine against you and/or seek administrative action to close your business. The Minimum Construction Standards checklist has been used in accordance with 500.12(2)(a) Florida Statutes by the food safety inspector to determine compliance before obtaining a food permit. Request#5104175.

No violations or enforcement actions recorded for this inspection.

Publix in Lakeland: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Publix in Lakeland last inspected?
Publix 1854 in Lakeland was last inspected by the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) on January 21, 2026. Inspection type: Focused Inspection.
How many inspections has Publix in Lakeland had?
Publix 1854 in Lakeland has 5 FDACS food safety inspection(s) on record from January 2022 to present.
What did the most recent FDACS inspection of Publix in Lakeland find?
Publix 1854 in Lakeland was most recently inspected by FDACS on January 21, 2026 (Focused Inspection).
Has Publix in Lakeland had any stop-sale or stop-use orders?
No, Publix 1854 in Lakeland has no stop-sale or stop-use orders on record with Florida FDACS.
What are the most common violations at Publix in Lakeland?
The most frequently cited FDACS violations at Publix 1854 in Lakeland are: 6-202.15: Outer opening not protected against the entry of insects and rodents by filling or closing holes and other gaps along floors, walls, and ceilings; closed, tight-fitting windows; and solid, self-closing, tight-fitting doors. Windows or doors kept open for ventilation or other purposes not protected against the entry of insects and rodents by 16 mesh to 1 inch screens; properly designed and installed air curtains to control flying insects; or other effective means. 6-202.15; 5-205.15(B): Plumbing system not maintained in good repair. 5-205.15(B).

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