Back Porch (The)

115 Sr 557A, Lake Alfred, FL 33850

American

Last inspected: Mar 27, 2026

Score

Low Risk

Inspectors have visited Back Porch (The) eight times, with records going back to 2022. Inspectors last stopped by on Mar 27, 2026. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.

Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with counts hovering near three violations per visit.

“Food-contact surface soiled with mildew like debris” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing two times across the record.

That's lower than the typical Lake Alfred restaurant, which scores around 89. Overall, the inspection record reads well.

Inspections

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Major latest

Minor latest

Inspection History

Mar 27, 2026

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 1 minor violation.

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Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with mildew like debris, Observed on ice chute from soft drink station at front counter. Operator cleaned ice chute. **Corrected On-Site**

22-02-4

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with food debris. Observed on gasket in refrigerator at entry to kitchen. Operator cleaned gasket. **Corrected On-Site**

23-03-4

Aug 5, 2025

Routine - Food

4 minor violations.

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Basic - Carbon dioxide tanks not adequately secured. Observed in storage area near drive, employee secured tanks. **Corrected On-Site**

51-11-4

Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of food debris. Employee cleaned interior of microwave. **Corrected On-Site**

22-08-4

Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed 2 boxes of Togo cups on floor in dry storage, employee removed boxes from floor. **Corrected On-Site**

25-05-4

Basic - Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Observed Sanitizer Bucket (Chlorine 200ppm); Sanitizer Bucket (Chlorine 100ppm), employee diluted to comply. **Corrected On-Site**

21-07-4

Mar 20, 2025

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 1 minor violation.

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Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed food debris on can opener blade, operator cleaned blade. **Corrected On-Site**

22-02-4

Basic - Accumulation of debris in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed on interior shield. Operator leaned interior shield.

22-20-5

Nov 14, 2024

Routine - Food

3 minor violations.

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Plumbing Maintained; Sewage Disposal

FL-51

Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible

FL-10

Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures

FL-21

Feb 14, 2024

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.

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High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Expired 02/01/2024 operator renewed license during inspection verified on inspection app dashboard.

50-17-3

Basic - Accumulation of debris in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed on interior shield, operator cleaned interior shield. **Corrected On-Site**

22-20-5

21-07-4

Aug 23, 2023

Routine - Food

2 minor violations.

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Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place

FL-36

Plumbing Maintained; Sewage Disposal

FL-51

Jan 20, 2023

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 1 minor violation.

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Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels

FL-14

Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized

FL-22

Jul 15, 2022

Routine - Food

2 minor violations.

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Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Observed in dry storage area.

51-11-4

Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. Observed in employee's bathroom.

32-12-5

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Back Porch (The) last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Back Porch (The) on file is from Mar 27, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Back Porch (The)?

Across the inspection record, “food-contact surface soiled with mildew like debris” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Back Porch (The).

How does Back Porch (The) compare to other restaurants in Lake Alfred?

Back Porch (The) most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is lower than the Lake Alfred average of 89.

Has Back Porch (The)'s inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Back Porch (The) have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Back Porch (The) 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 Back Porch (The) inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Back Porch (The) is inspected around two times per year on average.

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