Steak N Shake in Lakeland
Last inspected:
819 E Memorial Blvd, Lakeland, FL 33801Part of: Steak n Shake Florida health inspections, violations & closures
Steak N Shake in Lakeland has accumulated 206 violations across 31 inspections since 2016, averaging 6.6 violations per visit. The restaurant has faced three fire safety violations, including citations for defective electrical wiring, an exposed electrical panel, and a malfunctioning hood suppression system over a grease-laden cooking area. The facility received two disciplinary actions totaling $1,240 in fines. Top recurring violations include improper ventilation, missing consumer advisories, and chemicals stored improperly.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Steak N Shake in Lakeland: Comparison to Polk County Averages
This Facility
6.6
violations / inspection
6.6 violations per inspection
Polk County Avg
3.26
violations / inspection
3.26 county average
This Facility
0
emergency closures
0 closures
Polk County Avg
0.18
closures / facility
0.18 county average
Steak N Shake in Lakeland: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (2)
Total fines on record: $1,240.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2015040384 | $440.00 | Aug 11, 2015 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 3--2015027954 | $800.00 | May 18, 2015 | Miami (Doral) |
Steak N Shake in Lakeland: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (3)
— 1 fire violation
— Food-Licensing Inspection · 47-03-4 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Inspector Observation: Observed electrical wiring in disrepair. Electrical panel without cover.
Light in walk-in cooler hanging by wires.
For reporting purposes only.
Legal Basis: Reporting: (d) The division, or its agent, shall notify the local firesafety authority or the State Fire Marshal of any readily observable violation of a rule adopted under chapter 633 which relates to public lodging establishments or public food establishments, and the identification of such violation does not require any firesafety inspection certification. For reporting purposes only.
— 2 fire violations
— Routine - Food · 45-04-4 · Call Back - Complied
Inspector Observation: - From initial inspection : Use of cooking equipment producing grease laden vapors/smoke with no working hood suppression system. Notified Fire AHJ. For reporting purposes only. - From follow-up inspection 2022-05-26: Reporting purposes only.
Legal Basis: Reporting: (d) The division, or its agent, shall notify the local firesafety authority or the State Fire Marshal of any readily observable violation of a rule adopted under chapter 633 which relates to public lodging establishments or public food establishments, and the identification of such violation does not require any firesafety inspection certification. For reporting purposes only.
— Routine - Food · 45-04-4 · Warning Issued
Inspector Observation: Use of cooking equipment producing grease laden vapors/smoke with no working hood suppression system. Notified Fire AHJ. For reporting purposes only.
Legal Basis: Reporting: (d) The division, or its agent, shall notify the local firesafety authority or the State Fire Marshal of any readily observable violation of a rule adopted under chapter 633 which relates to public lodging establishments or public food establishments, and the identification of such violation does not require any firesafety inspection certification. For reporting purposes only.
Steak N Shake in Lakeland: Full Inspection History — DBPR (31)
— 3 inspections8 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 1 inspection2 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections9 violations · 5 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections14 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 7 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 2 inspections6 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 3 inspections15 violations · 9 high priority
— Complaint Full· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 5 inspections20 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Complaint Full· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Complaint Full· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 5 inspections21 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 7 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 5 inspections28 violations · 17 high priority
— Complaint Full· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Complaint Full· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 2 inspections12 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
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Steak N Shake in Lakeland: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Steak N Shake in Lakeland last inspected?
- Steak N Shake in Lakeland was last inspected by Florida DBPR on October 31, 2025. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- What are the most common violations at Steak N Shake in Lakeland?
- The most frequently cited violations at Steak N Shake in Lakeland are: Consumer advisory, Proper ventilation, Chemical properly stored.
- How many health inspections has Steak N Shake in Lakeland had?
- Steak N Shake in Lakeland has had 31 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 6.6 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Steak N Shake in Lakeland find?
- Steak N Shake in Lakeland was most recently inspected on October 31, 2025 with 4 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Steak N Shake in Lakeland ever been shut down?
- No, Steak N Shake in Lakeland has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- 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 V40 (Wiping cloths usage) mean?
- Violation 40 (Wiping cloths usage) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/40.
- What does Florida violation V41 (Toilet facilities) mean?
- Violation 41 (Toilet facilities) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/41.
- Has Steak N Shake in Lakeland had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, Steak N Shake in Lakeland has 3 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has Steak N Shake in Lakeland faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Steak N Shake in Lakeland has 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $1,240.00 in fines.
- How much has Steak N Shake in Lakeland been fined?
- Steak N Shake in Lakeland has been fined a total of $1,240.00 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).
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