Publix Super Market in Lakeland

Last inspected:

4730 S Florida Ave, Lakeland, FL 33813

Part of: Publix Florida health inspections, violations & closures

Overview

Publix Super Market #2043 in Lakeland underwent two preoperational inspections on November 3, 2025, as part of the food permit application process for a new supermarket at this location. The first inspection identified 2 violations related to minimum construction standards compliance under Florida Statutes 500.12(2)(a); the second inspection on the same date found no violations. Both inspections were conducted using the Minimum Construction Standards checklist to determine compliance before permit issuance. The facility is currently in the food permit application process and must meet all permitting requirements specified in Rule 5K-4.020(2)(a)-(e), F.A.C. to obtain its operating permit.

Summary generated from Florida FDACS public inspection records.

2FDACS Insp.
2Violations

Last inspected FDACS:

Publix Super Market in Lakeland: FDACS Inspection History (2)

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.

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

Inspector: TAMMY FLANNERY, SANITATION AND SAFETY SPECIALIST

Person in charge: ERIC HARRISON

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. Request#5141996. Initial inspection for new Publix supermarket at this location address. 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. Thank you for submitting your food establishment permit application. To complete the application process, you must meet all permitting requirements as specified in Rule 5K-4.020(2)(a)-(e), F.A.C. To expedite the processing of your food permit application,

Good Retail Practice Violations

5-205.15(B) Plumbing system not maintained in good repair. 5-205.15(B)
Seafood area- wastewater drain pipe under the ice machine in the seafood processing area is leaking at one end of the pipe.
6-501.12 Physical facilities not cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean, or cleaning not done during periods when the least amount of food is exposed such as after closing. 6-501.12
Deli area- heavy ice accumulation on the floor in the walk in freezer.
— Met Preoperational Inspection Requirements· Met Requirements

Inspector: TAMMY FLANNERY, SANITATION AND SAFETY SPECIALIST

Comments: Request# 5142638. Initial inspection. 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. Thank you for submitting your food establishment permit application. To complete the application process, you must meet all permitting requirements as specified in Rule 5K-4.020(2)(a)-(e), F.A.C. To expedite the processing of your food permit application, electronic online payment is available at https://foodpermit.fdacs.gov. Payment by check or money order is also accepted and must be accompanied by an invoice. Please note that payment by check or money order may delay the processing of your food permit application. Failure to meet all permitting requirements 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 suspend food activities.

No violations or enforcement actions recorded for this inspection.

Publix Super Market in Lakeland: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Publix Super Market in Lakeland last inspected?
Publix Super Market #2043 in Lakeland was last inspected by the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) on November 3, 2025. Inspection type: Met Preoperational Inspection Requirements.
How many inspections has Publix Super Market in Lakeland had?
Publix Super Market #2043 in Lakeland has 2 FDACS food safety inspection(s) on record from January 2022 to present.
What did the most recent FDACS inspection of Publix Super Market in Lakeland find?
Publix Super Market #2043 in Lakeland was most recently inspected by FDACS on November 3, 2025 (Met Preoperational Inspection Requirements).
Has Publix Super Market in Lakeland had any stop-sale or stop-use orders?
No, Publix Super Market #2043 in Lakeland has no stop-sale or stop-use orders on record with Florida FDACS.
What are the most common violations at Publix Super Market in Lakeland?
The most frequently cited FDACS violations at Publix Super Market #2043 in Lakeland are: 5-205.15(B): Plumbing system not maintained in good repair. 5-205.15(B); 6-501.12: Physical facilities not cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean, or cleaning not done during periods when the least amount of food is exposed such as after closing. 6-501.12.

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