Quinteassence in Lakeland
839 N Massachusetts Ave Unit 101, Lakeland, FL 33801
Quinteassence in Lakeland, FL has 2 FDACS food safety inspections on record with 16 violations and 9 stop-sale or stop-use enforcement actions.
Last inspected FDACS: January 5, 2026
Quinteassence 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.
— 1 inspection
— Met Sanitation Inspection Requirements - Check Back Needed· 8 violations· 9 stop-sale orders· Met Requirements
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.
The issues described in request #5147577 were addressed with the person in charge during this inspection.
Risk-Based Violations
2-102.11(C)(2)-(3)
Person in charge does not correctly respond to questions that relate to preventing
transmission of foodborne disease by a food employee who has a disease or medical condition that may
cause foodborne disease, can not describe symptoms associated with diseases that are transmissible
through food, or can not explain how to comply with reporting responsibilities and exclusion or restriction of
food employees. 2-102.11(C)(2)-(3) and (17) PfPf
Person in charge does not correctly respond to questions related to foodborne illnesses.
Employee health policy reviewed with person in charge.
Y
o
2-103.11(O)
Person in charge does not ensure food employees and conditional employees are
informed in a verifiable manner of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about
their health and activities as they relate to diseases that are transmissible through food. 2-103.11(O) PfPf
Employees not informed in a verifiable manner of their responsibility to report to the person in
charge information about their health related to foodborne illnesses.
3-502.12
Properly prepared HACCP plan not submitted to the Florida Department of
Agriculture and Consumer Services before engaging in reduced oxygen packaging as specified in 3-502.12.
8-201.13(B)
Front service area: No approved HACCP plan for cold brew date marked 12/30 made onsite
in nitrogen keg. Stop sale order and released issued, see order.
74
Retailer selling Hemp or Hemp Extract intended for Human Consumption did not
post a clear and conspicuous sign directly adjacent to the display of the product which states: "THE SALE
OF HEMP OR HEMP EXTRACT INTENDED FOR HUMAN CONSUMPTION TO PERSONS UNDER THE
AGE OF 21 IS PROHIBITED. PROOF OF AGE IS REQUIRED FOR PURCHASE.". 5K-4.034(8)(a), F.A.C.Repeat
Retail area: No sign posted for hemp extract intended for Human Consumption stating that
"The sale of Hemp or Hemp Extract intended for human consumption to persons under the age of 21 is
prohibited, proof of age is required for purchase.". COS: Sign was posted.
95
Establishment does not have a certified food protection manager who has passed a
test through a recognized accredited program. 5K-4.021(1), F.A.C.
Proof of certified food protection manager not available.
Good Retail Practice Violations
5-402.11
Direct connection exists between the sewage system and a drain originating from
equipment in which food, portable equipment, or utensils are placed. 5-402.11 Pf
Front service area: There is a direct connection between the sewage system and the three
compartment sink and ice maker (no air gap).
81
Kratom Products improperly labeled as provided in emergency rule 5KER25-6.
Kratom products must be labeled with the concentration of 7-Hydroxymitragynine (7-OH) as provided in
5KER25-6, expressed in "parts per million (PPM) on a dry-weight basis," of the net contents of the package.
Retail area and back area: Quinteassence and Kick Azz brand of kratom products on site do
not declare the concentration of 7-hydroxymitragynine in PPM on a dry-weight basis.
A Supplemental Report was also issued during the visit which includes important information for management.
97
Food bears or contains a poisonous or deleterious substance which may render it
injurious to health. 500.10(1)(a), F.S.Repeat
Retail area: Beverage in dispenser contains the ingredient blue lotus. BREZ drinks contain
the ingredient blue lotus. BREZ non-supplement drinks contain ashwaghanda. Leafolo Kanna contains the
ingredient kanna in non-supplement food product. Stop sale orders issued, see orders. Stop sale order and
released issued for beverage in dispenser, see order.
Repeat
COS
Y
o
o
INSPECTION: KRATOM PRODUCTS
Violation No.
Stop-Sale Orders & Supplemental Actions
STOP SALE ORDER
Reason: FS 500.04; FS 500.10 Adulterated.* Chapter 5K-4: Food deemed adulterated.
Comments:
Print Date: 1/5/2026
Page 1 of 6
Lot: Number of Packages:
Quantity: Size of Packages: · Total Weight:
STOP SALE ORDER
Reason: FS 500.04; FS 500.10 Adulterated.* Chapter 5K-4: Food deemed adulterated.
Comments:
Lot: Number of Packages:
Quantity: Size of Packages: · Total Weight:
STOP SALE ORDER
Reason: FS 500.04; FS 500.10 Adulterated.* Chapter 5K-4: Food deemed adulterated.
Comments:
Print Date: 1/5/2026
Page 2 of 6
Lot: Number of Packages:
Quantity: Size of Packages: · Total Weight:
STOP SALE ORDER
Reason: FS 500.04; FS 500.11 Misbranded.* Approved Source: Food obtained from approved source.
Comments: When corrections have been made, request a Food Safety Inspector visit for written release of product by contacting the Business
Center at (850) 245-5520 or [email protected].
Lot: Number of Packages:
Quantity: Size of Packages: · Total Weight:
STOP SALE ORDER AND RELEASE
Reason: FS 500.04; FS 500.10 Adulterated.* Chapter 5K-4: Food deemed adulterated.
Lot: Number of Packages:
Quantity: Size of Packages: · Total Weight:
Disposition: Product was voluntarily destroyed by food establishment management and witnessed by inspector.
STOP SALE ORDER AND RELEASE
Reason: FS 500.04; FS 500.11 Misbranded.* Approved Source: Food obtained from approved source.
Lot: Number of Packages:
Quantity: Size of Packages: · Total Weight:
Disposition: Product was voluntarily destroyed by food establishment management and witnessed by inspector.
STOP SALE ORDER AND RELEASE
Reason: FS 500.04; FS 500.11 Misbranded.* Approved Source: Food obtained from approved source.
Lot: Number of Packages:
Quantity: Size of Packages: · Total Weight:
Disposition: Product was voluntarily destroyed by food establishment management and witnessed by inspector.
STOP SALE ORDER AND RELEASE
Reason: FS 500.04; FS 500.11 Misbranded.* Approved Source: Food obtained from approved source.
Lot: Number of Packages:
Quantity: Size of Packages: · Total Weight:
Disposition: Product was voluntarily destroyed by food establishment management and witnessed by inspector.
STOP SALE ORDER AND RELEASE
Reason: FS 500; FAC 5K-4 HAACP Plan Missing Or Incomplete.* Conformance With Approved Procedures: Conformance
with approved procedures.
Lot: Number of Packages:
Quantity: Size of Packages: · Total Weight:
Disposition: Product was voluntarily destroyed by food establishment management and witnessed by inspector.
— 1 inspection
— Met Inspection Requirements· 8 violations· Met Requirements
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.
The issues described in request#5099601 were addressed with person in charge during inspection.
Employee Health Guidelines and reporting agreement, Employee Health and Foodborne Illnesses, Air Gap Diagram, Handwashing
sign, and Guidance for Written Procedures for the Clean-up of Vomiting and Diarrheal Events handout provided.
Discussed requirements for making cold brew onsite. Establishment does not required Special Process Authority approval if cold
brew coffee is processed and kept under refrigeration using temperature control (41 F or below). If establishment chooses to
process cold brew coffee at room temperature, a Special Process Authority is required.
Risk-Based Violations
4-601.11(A)
Equipment food-contact surface or utensil not clean to sight and touch. 4-601.11(A)
PfPf
Back area: Old food build-up on top area of lemon squeezer. COS: Lemon squeezer was
cleaned and sanitized during inspection.
2-102.11(C)(2)-(3)
Person in charge does not correctly respond to questions that relate to preventing
transmission of foodborne disease by a food employee who has a disease or medical condition that may
cause foodborne disease, can not describe symptoms associated with diseases that are transmissible
through food, or can not explain how to comply with reporting responsibilities and exclusion or restriction of
food employees. 2-102.11(C)(2)-(3) and (17) PfPf
Person in charge does not correctly respond to questions related to foodborne illnesses.
Employee health policy reviewed with person in charge.
o
2-501.11
Establishment does not have written procedures for employees to follow when
responding to an event that involves the discharge of vomitus or diarrhea onto surfaces at the food
establishment, or procedures do not address specific actions employees must take to minimize the spread
of contamination and the exposure of employees, consumers, food, and surfaces to vomitus or fecal
matter. 2-501.11 PfPf
Establishment does not have written procedures for responding to a vomiting or diarrheal
event. Information regarding written procedures provided to the person in charge.
6-301.14
Sign or poster notifying food employees to wash their hands not provided at all
handwashing sinks used by food employees, or handwashing signage not clearly visible to food employees.
6-301.14
Back area: No handwashing sign at handwashing sink in restroom.
Good Retail Practice Violations
4-903.11(A)
Cleaned equipment or utensils, or laundered linens not stored in a clean, dry
location; at least 6 inches above the floor; or where they are not exposed to splash, dust, or other
contamination. Clean equipment or utensils not stored in a self-draining position that allows air drying, or
not covered or inverted. 4-903.11(A) and (B)
Back area: Bowls not stored inverted on shelving above microwave.
5-402.11
Direct connection exists between the sewage system and a drain originating from
equipment in which food, portable equipment, or utensils are placed. 5-402.11 Pf
Food service area: No air gap at three compartment sink.
5-501.17
Toilet room used by females not provided with a covered receptacle for sanitary
napkins. 5-501.17
Restroom: No covered trash can in front unisex restroom.
6-202.14
Toilet room located inside the food establishment not completely enclosed or not
provided with a tight-fitting self-closing door. 6-202.14
Restrooms: Both restroom doors not self-closing.
Quinteassence in Lakeland: Stop-Sale & Stop-Use Orders (9)
Products placed under stop-sale or stop-use order by FDACS inspectors. Stop-sale orders prohibit the sale of food that is adulterated, mislabeled, or poses a health risk.
Quinteassence in Lakeland: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Quinteassence in Lakeland last inspected?
- Quinteassence in Lakeland was last inspected by the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) on January 5, 2026. Inspection type: Met Sanitation Inspection Requirements - Check Back Needed.
- How many inspections has Quinteassence in Lakeland had?
- Quinteassence in Lakeland has 2 FDACS food safety inspection(s) on record from January 2022 to present.
- What did the most recent FDACS inspection of Quinteassence in Lakeland find?
- Quinteassence in Lakeland was most recently inspected by FDACS on January 5, 2026 (Met Sanitation Inspection Requirements - Check Back Needed).
- Has Quinteassence in Lakeland had any stop-sale or stop-use orders?
- Yes, Quinteassence in Lakeland has 9 stop-sale or stop-use enforcement action(s) on record with Florida FDACS. Most affected products were voluntarily destroyed.
- What are the most common violations at Quinteassence in Lakeland?
- The most frequently cited FDACS violations at Quinteassence in Lakeland are: 2-102.11(C)(2)-(3): Person in charge does not correctly respond to questions that relate to preventing transmission of foodborne disease by a food employee who has a disease or medical condition that may cause foodborne disease, can not describe symptoms associated with diseases that are transmissible through food, or can not explain how to comply with reporting responsibilities and exclusion or restriction of food employees. 2-102.11(C)(2)-(3) and (17) Pf; 5-402.11: Direct connection exists between the sewage system and a drain originating from equipment in which food, portable equipment, or utensils are placed. 5-402.11 Pf; 6-301.14: Sign or poster notifying food employees to wash their hands not provided at all handwashing sinks used by food employees, or handwashing signage not clearly visible to food employees. 6-301.14.
- Does Quinteassence in Lakeland have any repeat violations?
- Yes, Quinteassence in Lakeland has had the following violations cited on multiple FDACS inspections: 2-102.11(C)(2)-(3): Person in charge does not correctly respond to questions that relate to preventing transmission of foodborne disease by a food employee who has a disease or medical condition that may cause foodborne disease, can not describe symptoms associated with diseases that are transmissible through food, or can not explain how to comply with reporting responsibilities and exclusion or restriction of food employees. 2-102.11(C)(2)-(3) and (17) Pf; 5-402.11: Direct connection exists between the sewage system and a drain originating from equipment in which food, portable equipment, or utensils are placed. 5-402.11 Pf.
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