Geico Direct
Last inspected: Mar 5, 2026
64
Score
Across the available record, Geico Direct has nine inspections on file, the first dated 2023. The most recent report on file is from Mar 5, 2026. A medium risk rating points to a few notable findings at the last inspection, though nothing severe.
Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with counts hovering near three violations per visit.
Across the inspection history, “food stored on floor” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded two times.
By comparison, the average Lakeland facility scores 86, putting Geico Direct on the weaker side. The full record sits in fairly typical territory for a working restaurant.
9
Inspections
3
Critical latest
0
Major latest
0
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 5, 2026
Routine - Food
3 critical violations.
View 3 violations
High Priority - Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Can of Ambrosia fruit cocktail. On the shelf in the dry storage area.
01B-01-4
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Diced sausage 46F Shredded mixed cheese 45F The product was moved to the walk-in cooler. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. February 1, 2026.
50-17-3
64
Dec 10, 2025
Routine - Food
3 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 6 violations
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 a copy to the email provided. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
11-27-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Hand washing sink in the dishwasher area is blocked by a black utility cart. **Warning**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Stephen Marshall 3-11-2020 ServSafe.. **Warning**
53A-01-7
Basic - Food stored on floor. A case of SwissMiss Hot chocolate . Dry storage area.. The product was removed from off the floor. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08B-38-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Shelf inside the side by side reach in cooler on the cook line next to the flip top reach in cooler. **Warning**
14-33-4
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. A case of 12 oz paper cups. Dry storage. Cups was removed from off the floor. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
25-05-4
64
May 8, 2025
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Cases of foam hinged lid containers. Dry storage area. Product was removed from off the floor. **Corrected On-Site**
25-05-4
95
Mar 6, 2025
Complaint Full
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
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 tile missing. Dry storage closet where Swiss Miss and Cappuccino is stored. **Warning**
36-36-4
86
Jan 15, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
High Priority - Food with mold-like growth. See stop sale. Cooked round eggs on the shelf to the right inside the walk in cooler.
01B-07-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting board on the flip top reach in cooler next to the flat grill . Can opener at the end of the prep table across from the walk in cooler. The can opener was washed, rinsed and sanitized. Corrected onsite. **Repeat Violation**
22-02-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Cases of bread on the floor inside the walk in freezer.
08B-38-4
Basic - Light not functioning. Hood system. **Repeat Violation**
36-62-4
70
Apr 10, 2024
Complaint Full
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
86
Nov 14, 2023
Routine - Food
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gaskets soiled on the side by side reach in cooler across from the ice machines.
23-03-4
Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Pans on the shelf across from the walk in freezer.
16-46-4
Basic - Light not functioning. Food Dry storage area
36-62-4
86
Mar 27, 2023
Routine - Food
3 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Intermediate - No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine. Manager stated device is on backorder **Corrective Action Taken**
16-62-1
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.
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.
11-26-1
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed raw pork thawing on sheet pan in prep area. Manager put under cold running water **Corrected On-Site**
06-01-5
Basic - Label on a food item prepared and packaged onsite for customer self-service does not include product identity/description, date product was packaged and name and address of the establishment that prepared and packaged the food. Observed grab n go fruit cups, salads, and desserts in cooler with no lables
02D-03-4
67
Jan 13, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 3 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 6 violations
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Geico Direct last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Geico Direct on file is from Mar 5, 2026. The public record contains nine inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Geico Direct?
Across the inspection record, “food stored on floor” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Geico Direct.
How does Geico Direct compare to other restaurants in Lakeland?
Geico Direct most recently scored 64 out of 100, which is lower than the Lakeland average of 86.
Has Geico Direct's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Geico Direct have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Geico Direct means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.
How often is Geico Direct inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Geico Direct is inspected around three times per year on average.
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