Fancy Q Sushi & Thai
Last inspected: Mar 4, 2026
86
Score
Fancy Q Sushi & Thai appears in inspection records 15 times, starting in 2022. Inspectors last stopped by on Mar 4, 2026. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.
The trend has not been favorable: recent inspections average around four violations each, up from closer to two violations before.
“Accumulation of debris in the interior of the ice machine/bin” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing four times across the record.
Compared to the broader Lakeland restaurant scene, this is about average. On the whole, the file is mixed but not concerning.
15
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 4, 2026
Routine - Food
3 minor violations.
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Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed bucket of sauce in walk in cooler floor. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-04: Food stored on floor. Observed bucket of sauce in walk in cooler floor **Time Extended**
08B-38-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at front counter next to soft drink station. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-04: No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at front counter next to soft drink station. **Time Extended**
31B-04-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed behind equipment. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-04: Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed behind equipment **Time Extended**
36-73-4
86
Feb 24, 2026
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 4 minor violations.
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High Priority - Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Dishwasher (Chlorine 0ppm) **Warning**
22-41-4
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs stored over salad in glass door reach in cooler at front counter next, employee moved raw shell eggs. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08A-05-6
Basic - Accumulation of debris in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed on interior shield. **Warning**
22-20-5
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed behind equipment. **Warning**
36-73-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed bucket of sauce in walk in cooler floor. **Warning**
08B-38-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at front counter next to soft drink station. **Warning**
31B-04-4
61
Sep 25, 2025
Complaint Full
1 critical violation. 3 minor violations.
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High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed Dishwasher (Chlorine 0ppm) **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-25: Dishwasher not functioning. Dish machine not in use, facility utilizing 3-compartment sink. Discussed with manager proper maintenance for this machine to ensure proper sanitizing . **Time Extended**
22-41-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed under and behind equipment. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-25: Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed under and behind equipment. **Time Extended**
36-73-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed in walk in cooler and freezer. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-25: Food stored on floor. Observed in walk in cooler and freezer **Time Extended**
08B-38-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed food debris on gaskets in flip top unit on cook line. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-25: Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed food debris on gaskets in flip top unit on cook line. **Time Extended**
23-03-4
74
Sep 16, 2025
Complaint Full
1 critical violation. 4 minor violations.
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High Priority - Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed Dishwasher (Chlorine 0ppm) **Warning**
22-41-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed under and behind equipment. **Warning**
36-73-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed in walk in cooler and freezer. **Warning**
08B-38-4
Basic - In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed between flip top unit and table, employee removed knife from between equipment. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
10-17-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed food debris on gaskets in flip top unit on cook line. **Warning**
23-03-4
70
Jul 2, 2025
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
May 1, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation.
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Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Expired 01/15/2025 **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-05-01: Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Expired 01/15/2025 **Time Extended**
53B-05-5
90
Apr 30, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
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High Priority - Establishment operating with no potable running water. Facility turned water back on all water restored to all sinks, dishwasher and bathrooms **Corrected On-Site** **Admin Complaint**
27-12-4
Intermediate - Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Expired 01/15/2025 **Warning**
53B-05-5
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/ **Warning**
53A-05-6
Basic - Accumulation of mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed on interior shield. **Warning**
22-20-5
67
Dec 2, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
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Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
67
Jun 20, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
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High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw beef and shrimp over vegetables in the top sec of the flip top reach in cooler across from the cook line. The raw product was relocated to the front. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Being used as a dump sink. Evidence of food in the hand wassink located to the right of the kitchen entrance. The food was removed. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-11-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Lid to the ice machine.
14-11-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. A case of shrimp inside the walk in freezer.
08B-38-4
Basic - Light not functioning. Under hood system
36-62-4
Basic - Standing water or very slow draining water in hand washing sink . Located to the right as you enter the kitchen.
29-20-5
64
Apr 18, 2024
Complaint Full
No violations found.
100
Apr 17, 2024
Complaint Full
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
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Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
64
Feb 16, 2024
Routine - Food
5 minor violations.
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Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed door on ice machine falls off.
14-11-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed in walk in freezer. **Repeat Violation**
08B-38-4
Basic - In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed on cookline between flip top unit and table, employee removed knives. **Corrected On-Site**
10-17-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed in flip top unit.
22-16-4
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed to go containers on floor in dry storage area.
25-05-4
78
Oct 17, 2023
Routine - Food
2 minor violations.
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Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed on interior shield. **Repeat Violation**
22-20-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed chicken on floor in walk in freezer. **Repeat Violation**
08B-38-4
90
Mar 23, 2023
Routine - Food
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed on interior shield.
22-20-5
Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Observed on top of unit.
16-21-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed on freezer floor.
08B-38-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed on food counters on cookline, and under microwave.
23-03-4
82
Nov 29, 2022
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed containers of dressing in hand sink next to 3-compartment sink.
31A-11-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed torn gasket in flip top unit on cookline.
14-11-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed food on floor under dry storage shelf, and sauce on floor in walk in cooler.
08B-38-4
Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Observed at soft drink station, employee removed ice scoop from ice. **Corrected On-Site**
10-08-5
78
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Fancy Q Sushi & Thai last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Fancy Q Sushi & Thai on file is from Mar 4, 2026. The public record contains 15 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Fancy Q Sushi & Thai?
Across the inspection record, “accumulation of debris in the interior of the ice machine/bin” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Fancy Q Sushi & Thai.
How does Fancy Q Sushi & Thai compare to other restaurants in Lakeland?
Fancy Q Sushi & Thai most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is about the same as the Lakeland average of 85.
Has Fancy Q Sushi & Thai's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Fancy Q Sushi & Thai have averaged around four violations per visit, up from roughly two earlier in the record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Fancy Q Sushi & Thai 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 Fancy Q Sushi & Thai inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Fancy Q Sushi & Thai is inspected around five times per year on average.
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