Econo Lodge
Last inspected: Mar 9, 2026
100
Score
Inspectors have visited Econo Lodge 11 times, with records going back to 2022. The most recent report on file is from Mar 9, 2026. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.
Things are looking better lately, with recent visits averaging around one violation compared to roughly three violations earlier on.
Looking across the full record, “no handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used” is the recurring theme, flagged three times.
Among Wesley Chapel restaurants, the typical score is 86; Econo Lodge is comfortably above that bar. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.
11
Inspections
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Critical latest
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Major latest
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Inspection History
Mar 9, 2026
Complaint Partial
No violations found.
100
Feb 17, 2026
Routine - Food
3 minor violations.
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Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Interior of guest toaster oven soiled with food debris. Employee cleaned toaster oven. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
22-08-4
Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Sent employee copy of poster. She printed and posted. **Corrected On-Site**
51-13-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. 2 containers of juice in small reach in cooler on counter not labeled. Employee labeled **Corrected On-Site**
02D-01-5
86
Jun 12, 2025
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Apr 11, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 5 violations
High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Expired on 02/01/25. **Admin Complaint**
50-17-3
Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. **Warning**
53A-01-7
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
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed water stained ceiling by the three compartment sink.
36-32-5
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed the interior of the guest toaster oven being soiled with food debris. **Repeat Violation**
22-08-4
64
Mar 29, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
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Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
86
Oct 4, 2023
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
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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 to operator Observed employee print and post **Corrected On-Site**
11-27-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed missing at hand sink in dining room
31B-02-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed missing at hand sink in dining room Emailed to operator
31B-04-4
78
Jun 23, 2023
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
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Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-06-23: **Time Extended**
16-37-1
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-06-23: **Time Extended**
31B-04-4
86
Jun 1, 2023
Routine - Food
2 minor violations.
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Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
90
Mar 15, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 7 major violations. 3 minor violations.
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High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Cream cheese 44 in white stand up cooler. Milk in cooler on buffet line 45F Employee turned cooler temperature down to chill. **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
03A-02-5
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. **Warning**
11-27-4
Intermediate - No certified food manager for establishment. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Only one employee on duty. Expired food manager certification Aman Patel, 11/2022. **Warning**
53A-07-6
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. **Warning**
16-37-1
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Employee placed paper towels at sink. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
31B-02-4
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. **Warning**
11-26-1
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Employee placed soap at hand sink. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
31B-03-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. **Warning**
31B-04-4
Basic - No copy of latest inspection report available. **Warning**
51-18-6
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. **Warning**
50-09-4
37
Feb 28, 2023
Routine - Food
2 major violations.
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Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener soiled, and has surface rust. Operator brought to 3 compartment sink, washed rinsed and sanitized it. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
22-02-4
Intermediate - Water treatment device has not been inspected or serviced according to manufacturer's instructions. No date on filter for ice machine, or access to log. **Corrective Action Taken**
29-28-4
82
Oct 26, 2022
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
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Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
82
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Econo Lodge last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Econo Lodge on file is from Mar 9, 2026. The public record contains 11 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Econo Lodge?
Across the inspection record, “no handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Econo Lodge.
How does Econo Lodge compare to other restaurants in Wesley Chapel?
Econo Lodge most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Wesley Chapel average of 86.
Has Econo Lodge's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Econo Lodge have averaged around one violation per visit, down from roughly three earlier in the record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Econo Lodge 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 Econo Lodge inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Econo Lodge is inspected around three times per year on average.
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