Purple Onion Deli & Grill in Lakeland
Last inspected:
316 N Kentucky Ave, Lakeland, FL 33801Purple Onion Deli & Grill in Lakeland has recorded 20 inspections with 64 total violations between 2022 and March 2026, averaging 3.2 violations per inspection—below the Florida statewide average of 5.2. The facility has not been emergency-closed. Consumer advisory violations appeared repeatedly across inspections, cited in at least 7 of the 20 inspections on record. Hand washing violations were documented in the most recent inspection on March 12, 2026, which was completed with no further action required.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Purple Onion Deli & Grill in Lakeland: Comparison to Polk County Averages
Purple Onion Deli & Grill in Lakeland: Full Inspection History — DBPR (20)
— 1 inspection3 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections1 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 2 inspections5 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections7 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections5 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 1 inspection5 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections10 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 4 inspections16 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 1 inspection2 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 1 inspection2 violations · 1 high priority
— Complaint Full· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 1 inspection1 violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Intermediate Violations
Purple Onion Deli & Grill in Lakeland: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Purple Onion Deli & Grill in Lakeland last inspected?
- Purple Onion Deli & Grill in Lakeland was last inspected by Florida DBPR on March 12, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- What are the most common violations at Purple Onion Deli & Grill in Lakeland?
- The most frequently cited violations at Purple Onion Deli & Grill in Lakeland are: Consumer advisory, Premises clean, Adequate lighting.
- How many health inspections has Purple Onion Deli & Grill in Lakeland had?
- Purple Onion Deli & Grill in Lakeland has had 20 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 3.2 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Purple Onion Deli & Grill in Lakeland find?
- Purple Onion Deli & Grill in Lakeland was most recently inspected on March 12, 2026 with 3 violation(s), including 2 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Purple Onion Deli & Grill in Lakeland ever been shut down?
- No, Purple Onion Deli & Grill in Lakeland has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- What does Florida violation V08 (Proper hand/arm washing) mean?
- Violation 08 (Proper hand/arm washing) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/08.
- What does Florida violation V22 (Consumer advisory) mean?
- Violation 22 (Consumer advisory) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/22.
- What does Florida violation V50 (Adequate lighting) mean?
- Violation 50 (Adequate lighting) is classified as a basic priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/50.
Nearby Establishments to Purple Onion Deli & Grill
Poor Inspection Records Near Lakeland
Stories You May Have Missed Lakeland
Lakeland Hibachi Buffet Logged 7 High-Severity Violations, Stayed Open
A Lakeland hibachi buffet racked up 7 high-severity violations in April, including parasite destruction failures and tox…
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.
Disclaimer: All data reflects official state records at time of publication. Facilities may have since corrected cited violations, resolved enforcement actions, or changed ownership.
Editor: All content reviewed and verified by Christopher F. Nesbitt, Sr., Nationally Registered EMT & BU-trained Paralegal.
This page is maintained by FloridaFoodSafety.org and is not affiliated with Purple Onion Deli & Grill. How we collect and verify this data.