First Watch Restaurant #188

4316 Us Hwy 98 N Ste 200, Lakeland, FL 33809
Café / Breakfast
Last inspected: Jul 8, 2025
90
Score
Low Risk

The health department has logged seven inspections at First Watch Restaurant #188, the earliest from 2022. The most recent visit was on Jul 8, 2025. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.

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

The pattern that stands out is “open dumpster lid”, which has been cited three times.

Restaurants in Lakeland average 85, so First Watch Restaurant #188 is doing better than most peers. The record reflects steady performance over time.

7
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jul 8, 2025
Routine - Food
2 minor violations.
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Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed on white board on cook line.
14-09-4
Basic - Garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster.
33-19-4
90
Feb 17, 2025
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
95
Aug 27, 2024
Routine - Food
3 minor violations.
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Basic - Accumulation of debris in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed on interior shield, management cleaned interior shield. **Corrected On-Site**
22-20-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed food debris on gasket in flip top unit on cookline, employee cleaned gasket. **Corrected On-Site**
23-03-4
Basic - Open dumpster lid. Manager closed lid. **Corrected On-Site**
33-16-4
86
Dec 28, 2023
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
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Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
82
Jul 27, 2023
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed debris around soda nozzles at service station.
22-02-4
Basic - Objectionable odors in bathroom or other areas of the establishment. Observed in dish area near mop sink.
36-64-5
Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Manager moved container and placed in dish area for washing. **Corrective Action Taken**
16-46-4
Basic - Open dumpster lid. Operator unable to close dumpster too close to wall.
33-16-4
78
Jan 23, 2023
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
82
Jul 12, 2022
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed hand sink blocked by panel. Next to ice machine. Manager removed panel to comply. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-11-4
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed on containers on clean dish storage shelf.
24-08-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled gaskets in flip top unit on cookline, manager cleaned gaskets. **Corrected On-Site**
23-03-4
Basic - Open dumpster lid. **Repeat Violation**
33-16-4
78

Frequently Asked Questions

When was First Watch Restaurant #188 last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at First Watch Restaurant #188 on file is from Jul 8, 2025. The public record contains seven inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at First Watch Restaurant #188?

Across the inspection record, “open dumpster lid” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at First Watch Restaurant #188.

How does First Watch Restaurant #188 compare to other restaurants in Lakeland?

First Watch Restaurant #188 most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is higher than the Lakeland average of 85.

Has First Watch Restaurant #188's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at First Watch Restaurant #188 have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at First Watch Restaurant #188 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 First Watch Restaurant #188 inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, First Watch Restaurant #188 is inspected around two times per year on average.