Sweet Cup Cafe 1 in Lakeland
Last inspected:
1401 Lakeland Hills Blvd, Lakeland, FL 33805Sweet Cup Cafe 1 in Lakeland has been emergency-closed twice for pest activity: roach activity on April 22, 2025, and rodent activity on April 11, 2023. The facility averaged 3.25 violations per inspection across 16 inspections, below the statewide average of 5.2. However, high-priority violations have recurred persistently, particularly hand washing violations cited in at least 4 inspections and food contact surface violations in at least 5 inspections. Hand washing and employee health policy violations appear to represent systemic compliance issues. The facility has incurred $1,400 in disciplinary fines across 2 enforcement actions. The most recent inspection on March 24, 2026 found 6 violations including 2 high-priority violations for hand washing and approved food source and was completed with no further action required.
Most recent closure: April 22, 2025 for roach activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Sweet Cup Cafe 1 in Lakeland: Comparison to Polk County Averages
Sweet Cup Cafe 1 in Lakeland: Emergency Closure History (2)
Sweet Cup Cafe 1 in Lakeland: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (2)
Total fines on record: $1,400.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2025039296 | $800.00 | Apr 22, 2025 | Fort Lauderdale | |
| 3--2023022242 | $600.00 | Apr 11, 2023 | Fort Lauderdale |
Sweet Cup Cafe 1 in Lakeland: Full Inspection History — DBPR (16)
— 1 inspection3 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections7 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Complied
High Priority Violations
— 2 inspections7 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 4 inspections11 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Complied
— 4 inspections9 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections7 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Basic Violations
Sweet Cup Cafe 1 in Lakeland: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Sweet Cup Cafe 1 in Lakeland last inspected?
- Sweet Cup Cafe 1 in Lakeland was last inspected by Florida DBPR on March 24, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- When was Sweet Cup Cafe 1 in Lakeland last shut down?
- Sweet Cup Cafe 1 in Lakeland was last shut down on April 22, 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 Sweet Cup Cafe 1 in Lakeland?
- The most frequently cited violations at Sweet Cup Cafe 1 in Lakeland are: Adequate lighting, Clean multi-use utensils, Proper hand/arm washing.
- How many health inspections has Sweet Cup Cafe 1 in Lakeland had?
- Sweet Cup Cafe 1 in Lakeland has had 16 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 3.3 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Sweet Cup Cafe 1 in Lakeland find?
- Sweet Cup Cafe 1 in Lakeland was most recently inspected on March 24, 2026 with 3 violation(s), including 2 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Sweet Cup Cafe 1 in Lakeland ever been shut down?
- Yes, Sweet Cup Cafe 1 in Lakeland has been emergency-closed 2 times by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- 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 V10 (Approved food source) mean?
- Violation 10 (Approved food source) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/10.
- 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.
- Has Sweet Cup Cafe 1 in Lakeland faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Sweet Cup Cafe 1 in Lakeland has 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $1,400.00 in fines.
- How much has Sweet Cup Cafe 1 in Lakeland been fined?
- Sweet Cup Cafe 1 in Lakeland has been fined a total of $1,400.00 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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