Shanghai Chinese Restaurant in Lakeland
Last inspected:
2344 Griffin Rd, Lakeland, FL 33810Shanghai Chinese Restaurant in Lakeland has accumulated 130 violations across 28 inspections since 2016, averaging 4.6 per visit. The facility was shut down three times for roach activity. Chemical storage, ventilation, and hand washing violations account for 53 of the total citations. The restaurant has faced two disciplinary actions totaling $1,200 in fines, with recent inspections in late 2025 and early 2026 continuing to identify violations including two high-priority items.
Most recent closure: December 2, 2025 for roach activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Shanghai Chinese Restaurant in Lakeland: Comparison to Polk County Averages
This Facility
4.6
violations / inspection
4.6 violations per inspection
Polk County Avg
3.26
violations / inspection
3.26 county average
This Facility
3
emergency closures
3 closures
Polk County Avg
0.18
closures / facility
0.18 county average
Shanghai Chinese Restaurant in Lakeland: Emergency Closure History (3)
Shanghai Chinese Restaurant in Lakeland: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (2)
Total fines on record: $1,200.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2025089063 | $400.00 | Dec 2, 2025 | Fort Lauderdale | |
| 3--2023022004 | $800.00 | Apr 6, 2023 | Miami (Doral) |
Shanghai Chinese Restaurant in Lakeland: Full Inspection History — DBPR (28)
— 1 inspection5 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 4 inspections14 violations · 8 high priority
— Complaint Partial· 0 violations · Emergency Order Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Partial· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections8 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections9 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Emergency Order Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection5 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— 4 inspections16 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Emergency Order Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (2 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections10 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 2 inspections11 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections10 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections13 violations · 10 high priority
— Complaint Full· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Complaint Full· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections10 violations · 8 high priority
— Complaint Full· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Complaint Full· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Shanghai Chinese Restaurant in Lakeland: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Shanghai Chinese Restaurant in Lakeland last inspected?
- Shanghai Chinese Restaurant in Lakeland was last inspected by Florida DBPR on February 3, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- When was Shanghai Chinese Restaurant in Lakeland last shut down?
- Shanghai Chinese Restaurant in Lakeland was last shut down on December 2, 2025 for roach activity. This data reflects state records at time of publication. The facility may have since resolved these issues.
- What are the most common violations at Shanghai Chinese Restaurant in Lakeland?
- The most frequently cited violations at Shanghai Chinese Restaurant in Lakeland are: Chemical properly stored, Proper ventilation, Proper hand/arm washing.
- How many health inspections has Shanghai Chinese Restaurant in Lakeland had?
- Shanghai Chinese Restaurant in Lakeland has had 28 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 4.6 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Shanghai Chinese Restaurant in Lakeland find?
- Shanghai Chinese Restaurant in Lakeland was most recently inspected on February 3, 2026 with 5 violation(s), including 1 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Shanghai Chinese Restaurant in Lakeland ever been shut down?
- Yes, Shanghai Chinese Restaurant in Lakeland has been emergency-closed 3 times by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- What does Florida violation V14 (Food contact surfaces) mean?
- Violation 14 (Food contact surfaces) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/14.
- What does Florida violation V23 (Chemical properly stored) mean?
- Violation 23 (Chemical properly stored) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/23.
- 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 Shanghai Chinese Restaurant in Lakeland faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Shanghai Chinese Restaurant in Lakeland has 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $1,200.00 in fines.
- How much has Shanghai Chinese Restaurant in Lakeland been fined?
- Shanghai Chinese Restaurant in Lakeland has been fined a total of $1,200.00 across 2 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.
Editor: All content reviewed and verified by Christopher F. Nesbitt, Sr., Nationally Registered EMT & BU-trained Paralegal.
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