Circle K # in Lutz

Last inspected:

5770 Van Dyke Rd, Lutz, FL 33558

Part of: Circle K Florida health inspections, violations & closures

Overview

Circle K #1866 in Lutz had one documented food safety inspection on record. A focused inspection conducted September 2, 2023 for Hurricane Idalia assessment found no violations. A subsequent sanitation inspection on March 16, 2026 identified 5 violations, including a repeat high-priority temperature control violation. Prepackaged boiled eggs and deli wrap in an open air cooler measured 48°F, exceeding the 41°F maximum for cold-held foods; the products were relocated to a freezer to quick chill and then properly refrigerated. A priority foundation violation documented the absence of a handwashing sink in the warewashing area, with the nearest handwashing sink located in an adjacent processing area. The violations cited on the March 16, 2026 inspection were corrected on site.

Summary generated from Florida FDACS public inspection records.

2FDACS Insp.
5Violations

Last inspected FDACS:

Circle K # in Lutz: 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· 5 violations· Met Requirements

Inspector: SARA FELDHAUS, SANITATION AND SAFETY SPECIALIST

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.

Risk-Based Violations

3-501.16(A)(2) Cold held time/temperature control for safety food not maintained at 41°F or below. 3-501.16(A)(2) PPRepeat
Retail Area: Internal temperature of prepackaged boiled eggs and deli wrap recently placed in open air cooler measures 48 F. COS: Out of temperature products relocated to freezer to quick chill to 41 F or less before placed in proper refrigeration or discarded as needed. Repeat COS Y o x
5-203.11 At least one handwashing sink, or number of handwashing sinks necessary for their convenient use by employees, not provided in food preparation, food dispensing or warewashing area, or for a toilet room. 5-203.11 PfPf
Warewashing Area: No handwashing sink in area. Handwashing sink in adjacent processing area.

Good Retail Practice Violations

4-501.11 Equipment not maintained in good repair or condition; equipment component not kept intact, tight, and adjusted in accordance with manufacturer's specifications; or cutting or piercing part of can opener not kept sharp to minimize the creation of metal fragments that can contaminate food when a container is opened. 4-501.11
Retail Area: Open air cooler not maintaining foods at 41 F or below. COS: Technician arrived to adjust unit during inspection.
5-205.15(B) Plumbing system not maintained in good repair. 5-205.15(B)
Warewashing Area: Open floor drain under 3-compartment sink uncovered/unprotected.
6-501.11 Physical facilities not maintained in good repair. 6-501.11
Warewashing Area: Hole in ceiling tile over soda syrup racks where pipes and wires lead up into ceiling.
— 1 inspection
— Focused Inspection· Focused Inspection

Inspector: CATALINA ORDONEZ, ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST II

Comments: Offsite Focused Visit to conduct assessment for Hurricane Idalia.

No violations or enforcement actions recorded for this inspection.

Circle K # in Lutz: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Circle K # in Lutz last inspected?
Circle K # 1866 in Lutz was last inspected by the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) on March 16, 2026. Inspection type: Met Sanitation Inspection Requirements.
How many inspections has Circle K # in Lutz had?
Circle K # 1866 in Lutz has 2 FDACS food safety inspection(s) on record from January 2022 to present.
What did the most recent FDACS inspection of Circle K # in Lutz find?
Circle K # 1866 in Lutz was most recently inspected by FDACS on March 16, 2026 (Met Sanitation Inspection Requirements).
Has Circle K # in Lutz had any stop-sale or stop-use orders?
No, Circle K # 1866 in Lutz has no stop-sale or stop-use orders on record with Florida FDACS.
What are the most common violations at Circle K # in Lutz?
The most frequently cited FDACS violations at Circle K # 1866 in Lutz are: 5-203.11: At least one handwashing sink, or number of handwashing sinks necessary for their convenient use by employees, not provided in food preparation, food dispensing or warewashing area, or for a toilet room. 5-203.11 Pf; 3-501.16(A)(2): Cold held time/temperature control for safety food not maintained at 41°F or below. 3-501.16(A)(2) P; 4-501.11: Equipment not maintained in good repair or condition; equipment component not kept intact, tight, and adjusted in accordance with manufacturer's specifications; or cutting or piercing part of can opener not kept sharp to minimize the creation of metal fragments that can contaminate food when a container is opened. 4-501.11.

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