Bubbaque

5100 Us Hwy 98 N Ste 18, Lakeland, FL 33809

American

Last inspected: Mar 24, 2026

Score

Low Risk

Bubbaque has been inspected eight times since 2022. The newest entry in the record is dated Mar 24, 2026. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.

There hasn't been much movement either way: counts have stayed near three violations per visit across recent inspections.

Across the inspection history, “operating with an expired division of hotels” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded three times.

Among Lakeland restaurants, this is a fairly standard result. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Mar 24, 2026

Routine - Food

3 minor violations.

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Basic - Open dumpster lid.

33-16-4

Basic - Fifty (50) foot-candles of light not provided at a food working surface or where safety is a factor. Observed in food preparation area.

38-11-4

Basic - Interior of oven has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed on cook line.

22-08-4

Aug 12, 2025

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 1 major violation.

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High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Expired 02/01/2025 **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**

50-17-3

Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed on cook line, employee replenished paper towels. **Corrected On-Site**

31B-02-4

Mar 11, 2025

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.

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High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Expired 02/01/2025 **Repeat Violation**

50-17-3

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 - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed on cook line equipment.

23-24-4

Sep 5, 2024

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 3 major violations.

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High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Expired 02/01/2024 **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 currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/

53A-05-6

Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed on cookline, employee replenishment paper towels.

31B-02-4

Jan 26, 2024

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 1 minor violation.

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Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris. Observed on can opener blade,

22-02-4

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. Observed open soft drink bottle on food preparation table. Employee placed drink in cup with lid and properly stored. **Corrected On-Site**

12B-12-5

Sep 5, 2023

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 2 minor violations.

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Food Obtained from Approved Sources

FL-11

Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures

FL-21

Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized

FL-22

Feb 23, 2023

Routine - Food

2 minor violations.

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

21-07-4

Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed on plastic bottles on cookline, employee labeled. **Corrected On-Site**

02D-01-5

Jul 14, 2022

Complaint Full

1 major violation. 1 minor violation.

View 2 violations

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed debris on can opener blade.

22-02-4

Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed torn gasket in reach in cooler on cookline.

14-11-5

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Bubbaque last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Bubbaque on file is from Mar 24, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Bubbaque?

Across the inspection record, “operating with an expired division of hotels” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Bubbaque.

How does Bubbaque compare to other restaurants in Lakeland?

Bubbaque most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is about the same as the Lakeland average of 86.

Has Bubbaque's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Bubbaque have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Bubbaque 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 Bubbaque inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Bubbaque is inspected around two times per year on average.

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