Asian Bistro

3800 Us Hwy 98 N Unit 672, Lakeland, FL 33809
Asian / Fusion
Last inspected: Jan 12, 2026
90
Score
Low Risk

Asian Bistro has been inspected eight times since 2022. The most recent visit was on Jan 12, 2026. When a facility lands in the low risk tier, it usually means nothing alarming showed up at the most recent visit.

Recent inspections have turned up roughly the same number of issues each time, hovering near two violations per visit.

“Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris” comes up most often, recorded three times in the inspection record.

Compared to the broader Lakeland restaurant scene, where the average is 86, this is a stronger showing. The record reflects steady performance over time.

8
Inspections
0
Critical latest
1
Major latest
0
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 12, 2026
Routine - Food
1 major violation.
View 1 violation
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed stacked buckets obstructing hand sink in kitchen, employee removed buckets. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
90
Jul 10, 2025
Routine - Food
2 major violations.
View 2 violations
Intermediate - Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment. Emailed operator information sheet for compliance. **Corrected On-Site**
11-27-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed food debris on can opener blade, employee moved to dish area for cleaning. **Corrective Action Taken**
22-02-4
82
Mar 18, 2025
Routine - Food
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Basic - Carbon dioxide/tanks not adequately secured. Observed next to soft drink rack.
51-11-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed near soft drink storage.
36-73-4
90
Nov 18, 2024
Food-Licensing Inspection
No violations found.
100
Feb 14, 2024
Routine - Food
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Basic - In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. Observed on soft drink drain rack, employee removed ice scoop from drain rack. **Corrected On-Site**
10-12-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed bag of onions on floor in walk in cooler. Employee removed onions from floor. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
90
Nov 6, 2023
Routine - Food
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed debris on interior shield and sides.
22-20-5
Basic - In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. Observed on soft drink drain rack, employee removed ice scoop from drain rack.
10-12-5
90
Apr 10, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 9 violations
High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Expired 02/01/2023 **Admin Complaint**
50-17-3
Intermediate - Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment. Provided form to operator. **Corrected On-Site**
11-27-4
Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. **Warning**
53B-01-5
Intermediate - No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. Provided form to operator. **Corrective Action Taken**
11-26-1
Basic - Water leaking from pipe, observed under hand sink in kitchen. **Warning**
29-11-4
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed on red board. **Warning**
14-09-4
Basic - Fifty (50) foot-candles of light not provided at a food working surface or where safety is a factor. Observed light flickering. **Warning**
38-11-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed under kitchen equipment. **Warning**
36-73-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed food debris on walk in cooler shelves. **Warning**
23-03-4
50
Dec 1, 2022
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed on white and yellow cutting board.
22-02-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed under kitchen equipment and in walk in cooler.
36-73-4
Basic - In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. Observed on soft drink drain rack at front counter, employee removed ice scoop from drain rack. **Corrected On-Site**
10-12-5
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed on white and yellow board.
14-09-4
78

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Asian Bistro last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Asian Bistro on file is from Jan 12, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Asian Bistro?

Across the inspection record, “floor soiled/has accumulation of debris” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Asian Bistro.

How does Asian Bistro compare to other restaurants in Lakeland?

Asian Bistro most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is higher than the Lakeland average of 86.

Has Asian Bistro's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Asian Bistro have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Asian Bistro means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.

How often is Asian Bistro inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Asian Bistro is inspected around three times per year on average.