Britt's Cafe
Last inspected: Jan 29, 2026
50
Score
Britt's Cafe appears in inspection records eight times, starting in 2022. The newest entry in the record is dated Jan 29, 2026. A high risk tier suggests the facility had a rough recent inspection, with multiple violations on record.
Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with counts hovering near five violations per visit.
The pattern that stands out is “nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease”, which has been cited four times.
Compared to other Lakeland restaurants (averaging 86), there's room to close the gap. There are enough flags in the record to merit a second thought.
8
Inspections
4
Critical latest
0
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 29, 2026
Routine - Food
4 critical violations. 2 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Diced ham 44.F Sausage links 45F Inside the flip top reach in cooler on the cook line from the previous day. **Repeat Violation**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Diced ham 44.1 F Sausage links 45F
01B-02-5
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. A can of chili bean sauce stored with cleaning supplies CLR,,GLASS CLEANSER on the bottom shelf of the rack next to the ice machine. The chili sauce was removed. **Corrected On-Site**
41-10-4
High Priority - Employee cracked raw shell eggs and then handled ready-to-eat food and/or clean equipment or utensils without washing hands. Employee cracked raw shell eggs then touched ready to eat vegetables from another station with no glove change or handwash.
12A-27-4
Basic - Raw fruits/vegetables not washed prior to preparation. Blueberries not washed before using. We had the manager to wash the blueberries. **Corrective Action Taken**
08B-39-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Wiping cloths on employees clothes.
21-12-4
50
Aug 26, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Butter pats 47F. Outside patio.
03A-02-5
High Priority - Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Employee took a drink from a beverage, cracked several eggs, changed gloves , put on a new pair of gloves without washing her hands.
12A-07-5
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food storage area. A beverage was stored on a shelf under the expo window next to a container of Tones Cajun Seasoning. The beverage was discarded. **Corrective Action Taken**
12B-07-4
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Tongs on oven door handle.
10-20-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gasket on the side by side reach in cooler.
23-03-4
64
Jan 23, 2025
Routine - Food
4 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Intermediate - Food service manager not certified within 30 days of employment. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Heather Beeman.
53A-04-6
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Tray of lemons inside the hand washing sink on the front counter. The lemons was removed and taken to the 3 compartment sink to be properly washed. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Provided a copy to the operator to the email provided and the manager printed and posted the consumer advisory. **Corrected On-Site**
02B-02-5
Intermediate - Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Margaret Desmidt 08-31-2021.
53B-14-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gaskets on the flip top reach in cooler doors is soiled with black buildup.
23-03-4
Basic - Bathroom door left open other than during cleaning or maintenance. Men's bathroom door left open. The door was closed. Doors are not self closing.
32-02-4
61
Jul 24, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Personal Cleanliness
FL-40
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
74
Jan 17, 2024
Routine - Food
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gaskets on the stainless steel upright reach in cooler on the front counter. **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
Basic - Unwrapped single-service utensils not presented so that only the handles are touched. Silverware on the front counter.
25-02-4
Basic - Wiping cloth quaternary ammonium compound sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. 500 ppm. The solution was replaced. 300 ppm **Corrected On-Site**
21-08-4
86
Sep 27, 2023
Routine - Food
5 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Door to the men's room.
32-04-4
Basic - Employee drinking from an unenclosed beverage container in a food preparation/clean dishware area and the container does not have a dispensing mechanism to prevent hand contact with lip contact area of drink container. Drinks stored on top of the flat top reach in cooler next to the hand washing sink. The drinks were removed. **Corrected On-Site**
12B-12-5
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Purses stored on cases of Splenda under the front counter across from the hand washing sink.
40-06-5
Basic - In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. Ice scoop stored on top of the upright white freezer in the dishwasher area.
10-12-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gaskets on the upright side by side reach in cooler.
23-03-4
78
Apr 5, 2023
Routine - Food
3 major violations.
View 3 violations
Intermediate - No chlorine chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
16-37-1
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.
11-26-1
Intermediate - Wash solution in spray-type chemical warewasher less than 120 degrees Fahrenheit. Highest temp reached was 109f
16-53-4
74
Dec 28, 2022
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Intermediate - Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
53B-14-5
Basic - No copy of latest inspection report available.
51-18-6
86
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Britt's Cafe last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Britt's Cafe on file is from Jan 29, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Britt's Cafe?
Across the inspection record, “nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Britt's Cafe.
How does Britt's Cafe compare to other restaurants in Lakeland?
Britt's Cafe most recently scored 50 out of 100, which is lower than the Lakeland average of 86.
Has Britt's Cafe's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Britt's Cafe have averaged around five violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Britt's Cafe means the most recent inspection flagged either critical violations or a substantial number of smaller ones. Diners may want to read the violation details before deciding to visit.
How often is Britt's Cafe inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Britt's Cafe is inspected around three times per year on average.
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