Fantasy Island in Winter Haven
Last inspected:
221 Martin Luther King Blvd Ne, Winter Haven, FL 33881Fantasy Island in Winter Haven has accumulated 71 violations across 28 inspections since 2016, averaging 2.5 per visit. The facility was previously operated as Rainbow Pride and Lounge in 2020, when inspectors documented multiple fire safety violations for cooking equipment producing grease-laden vapors with no hood suppression system. The establishment was shut down once for lack of water. Fire records show four violations related to improperly ventilated fryers used for chicken and plantains, a hazard cited repeatedly under the prior operator in 2020.
Most recent closure: May 19, 2020 for no water.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Fantasy Island in Winter Haven: Comparison to Polk County Averages
This Facility
2.5
violations / inspection
2.5 violations per inspection
Polk County Avg
3.26
violations / inspection
3.26 county average
This Facility
1
emergency closures
1 closures
Polk County Avg
0.18
closures / facility
0.18 county average
Fantasy Island in Winter Haven: Emergency Closure History (1)
Fantasy Island in Winter Haven: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $160.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2022001152 | $160.00 | Nov 23, 2021 | Miami (Doral) |
Fantasy Island in Winter Haven: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (4)
— 4 fire violations
— Complaint Full · 45-04-4 · Emergency Order Callback Complied
Inspector Observation: - From initial inspection : Use of cooking equipment producing grease laden vapors/smoke with no hood suppression system installed. Notified Fire AHJ. For reporting purposes only. Table top fryer double fryer used to fry chicken on a prepare table near the back door. - From follow-up inspection 2020-05-22: Present **Time Extended**
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.
— Complaint Full · 45-04-4 · Emergency order recommended
Inspector Observation: Use of cooking equipment producing grease laden vapors/smoke with no hood suppression system installed. Notified Fire AHJ. For reporting purposes only. Table top fryer double fryer used to fry chicken on a prepare table near the back door.
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 · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
Inspector Observation: - From initial inspection : Use of cooking equipment producing grease laden vapors/smoke with no hood suppression system installed. Notified Fire AHJ. For reporting purposes only. Observed small electrical fryer being used to fry plantains. - From follow-up inspection 2020-04-27: Use of cooking equipment producing grease laden vapors/smoke with no hood suppression system installed. Notified Fire AHJ. For reporting purposes only. Observed small electrical fryer being used to fry plantains.
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 hood suppression system installed. Notified Fire AHJ. For reporting purposes only. Observed small electrical fryer being used to fry plantains.
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.
Fantasy Island in Winter Haven: Full Inspection History — DBPR (28)
— 1 inspection1 violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection0 violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— 2 inspections5 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections5 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 4 inspections9 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 9 inspections21 violations · 6 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Complaint Full· 2 violations · Emergency Order Callback Complied
— Complaint Full· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Complied
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections6 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Warning Issued
— 4 inspections14 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 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
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections4 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
Fantasy Island in Winter Haven: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Fantasy Island in Winter Haven last inspected?
- Fantasy Island in Winter Haven was last inspected by Florida DBPR on October 31, 2025. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- When was Fantasy Island in Winter Haven last shut down?
- Fantasy Island in Winter Haven was last shut down on May 19, 2020 for no water. This data reflects state records at time of publication. The facility may have since resolved these issues.
- What are the most common violations at Fantasy Island in Winter Haven?
- The most frequently cited violations at Fantasy Island in Winter Haven are: Outer openings protected, Clean multi-use utensils, Proper hand/arm washing.
- How many health inspections has Fantasy Island in Winter Haven had?
- Fantasy Island in Winter Haven has had 28 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 2.5 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Fantasy Island in Winter Haven find?
- Fantasy Island in Winter Haven was most recently inspected on October 31, 2025 with 2 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Fantasy Island in Winter Haven ever been shut down?
- Yes, Fantasy Island in Winter Haven has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- What does Florida violation V31 (Clean multi-use utensils) mean?
- Violation 31 (Clean multi-use utensils) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/31.
- Has Fantasy Island in Winter Haven had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, Fantasy Island in Winter Haven has 4 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has Fantasy Island in Winter Haven faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Fantasy Island in Winter Haven has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $160.00 in fines.
- How much has Fantasy Island in Winter Haven been fined?
- Fantasy Island in Winter Haven has been fined a total of $160.00 across 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
- Has Fantasy Island in Winter Haven operated under other names?
- Yes, this location previously operated as: Rainbow Pride and Lounge (2020-2020).
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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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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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