Grriffins Restaurant Dining Sports Bar-Banquet
Last inspected: Mar 3, 2026
70
Score
Inspectors have visited Grriffins Restaurant Dining Sports Bar-Banquet 20 times, with records going back to 2023. Grriffins Restaurant Dining Sports Bar-Banquet was last inspected on Mar 3, 2026. Diners should read medium risk as a signal that some issues exist but aren't extreme.
Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near four violations each time.
The pattern that stands out is “equipment or utensils not designed or constructed”, which has been cited 15 times.
The city-wide average sits at 90, which Grriffins Restaurant Dining Sports Bar-Banquet's 70 doesn't quite reach. On the whole, the file is mixed but not concerning.
20
Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
4
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 3, 2026
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 4 minor violations.
View 5 violations
High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
50-17-3
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. By the two walk in coolers **Repeat Violation**
36-34-5
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Lunch box on top of the tilt skillet, employee removed items to the office. **Corrected On-Site**
40-06-5
Basic - Equipment or utensils not designed or constructed in a durable manner. Gaskets on walk in freezer door **Repeat Violation**
14-10-4
Basic - Light not functioning. By the two walk in coolers in storage
36-62-4
70
Nov 18, 2025
Complaint Full
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Office in the kitchen and down hallway**Repeat Violation** **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2025-11-18: **Time Extended**
36-34-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment or utensils not designed or constructed in a durable manner. Gasket on walk in freezer door **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2025-11-18: **Time Extended**
14-10-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Under prep sink - From follow-up inspection 2025-11-18: **Time Extended**
29-11-4
86
Nov 17, 2025
Complaint Full
2 critical violations. 4 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Dishmachine not sanitizing properly. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. 0 ppm Three compartment sink set up 150 ppm **Corrective Action Taken**
22-49-4
High Priority - Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. 5 rodent droppings down hallway away from the kitchen going into the banquet ball rooms across from the back exit doors. Front counter at by bar entrance 4 rodent droppings on floor in corner next to the bar entrance. Employee vacuumed droppings then sanitized the area within sanitizing solution. **Corrected On-Site** **Admin Complaint**
35A-04-4
Basic - Accumulation of dead or trapped birds, insects, rodents, or other pests, in control devices. Across from the three compartment sink behind ice machine dead moth and lizard on sticky tape controlled device. Employee disposed of sticky tape trap controlled device. **Corrected On-Site**
35A-06-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Office in the kitchen and down hallway**Repeat Violation** **Repeat Violation**
36-34-5
Basic - Equipment or utensils not designed or constructed in a durable manner. Gasket on walk in freezer door **Repeat Violation**
14-10-4
Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Under prep sink
29-11-4
61
Apr 14, 2025
Routine - Food
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. In kitchen office **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-14: **Time Extended**
36-34-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment or utensils not designed or constructed in a durable manner. Gaskets on freezer door. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-14: **Time Extended**
14-10-4
90
Feb 10, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. **Warning**
50-17-3
Intermediate - Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ CFM- Mr. Richard **Warning**
53A-03-7
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. In kitchen office **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
36-34-5
Basic - Equipment or utensils not designed or constructed in a durable manner. Gaskets on freezer door. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
14-10-4
70
Dec 4, 2024
Routine - Food
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. in banquet storage **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-12-04: **Time Extended**
36-34-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment or utensils not designed or constructed in a durable manner. Gaskets on freezer **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-12-04: **Time Extended**
14-10-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Light not functioning. One in dry storage room and one on the cook line **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-12-04: **Time Extended**
36-62-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Side of oven on the cook line **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-12-04: **Time Extended**
23-03-4
82
Dec 3, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
50
Mar 19, 2024
Routine - Food
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
86
Feb 15, 2024
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment or utensils not designed or constructed in a durable manner. Gaskets on freezer door. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-15: **Time Extended**
14-10-4
95
Feb 14, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
High Priority - Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. 2 rodent droppings behind the oven right side from entrance into the kitchen. Operator sanitized area with broom then sanitizer. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
35A-04-4
Basic - Accumulation of dead or trapped birds, insects, rodents, or other pests, in control devices. 1 dead roach on sticky trap behind oven left side Operator dispose trap and washed hands afterwards. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
35A-06-4
Basic - Dead roaches on premises. 1 dead roach in employee bathroom. Operator cleaned and sanitized area with broom then sanitizer. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
35A-03-4
Basic - Equipment or utensils not designed or constructed in a durable manner. Gaskets on freezer door. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
14-10-4
74
Oct 17, 2023
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment or utensils not designed or constructed in a durable manner. Gaskets on freezer door. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-17: Equipment or utensils not designed or constructed in a durable manner. Gaskets on freezer door. **Time Extended**
14-10-4
95
Aug 16, 2023
Routine - Food
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
90
Aug 15, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
High Priority - Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. 2- rodent droppings under three compartment sink 2-rodent droppings under dish machine 2 -rodent droppings in back banquet area 3 rodent droppings under storage dish wrack 11 rodent droppings in empty placement shelves 1 - rodent droppings in dry storage Employee cleaned and sanitized areas as inspector informed. **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation**
35A-04-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Banquet hall **Repeat Violation**
36-34-5
Basic - Equipment or utensils not designed or constructed in a durable manner. Gaskets on freezer door. **Repeat Violation**
14-10-4
78
Jun 16, 2023
Complaint Partial
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
90
Jun 14, 2023
Complaint Partial
3 critical violations. 1 major violation. 6 minor violations.
View 10 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw beef Patties over beer in walk in cooler.
08A-05-6
High Priority - Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 1 live roach on floor in back storage next to the broken walk in coolers.
35A-05-4
High Priority - Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. 9 rodent droppings under three compartment sink. 20 rodent droppings under dish machine. 1 rodent dropping on push cart next to the dish machine. 11 rodent droppings down banquet hall behind wooden tables. 2 rodent droppings on prep shelf by parchment paper 23 rodent droppings on the floor behind prep line 21 rodent droppings under prep table and by prep sink 1 rodent dropping on the floor in dry storage. 1 rodent dropping in front oven on cook line. 13 rodent droppings behind tilt skillet 3 rodent droppings near tilt skillet 4 rodent droppings underneath prep table ere slicer is. 3 rodent droppings next to employee office. 4 rodent droppings in storage as broken walk in cooler. 16 rodent droppings on empty storage shelf in dining area. 1 rodent dropping on griddle on dish wrack by employee office. 5 rodent droppings on server station under Pepsi soda machine. 4 rodent droppings in vase underneath employee storage station. 2 rodent droppings on bar area in cabinets. **Repeat Violation**
35A-04-4
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed containers of cooked mashed potatoes in walk in cooler made on sunday
02C-02-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Stove top on cook line
23-03-4
Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Down banquet hall
51-11-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Back banquet area Employee office
36-34-5
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. On cook line
14-09-4
Basic - Equipment or utensils not designed or constructed in a durable manner. Gaskets on walk-in freezer door. **Repeat Violation**
14-10-4
Basic - Light not functioning.
36-62-4
43
May 26, 2023
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
78
May 25, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. 9 droppings under dish machine 2 droppings three compartment sink 7 droppings behind cooking equipment on cooks line 3 droppings under prep sink 25 droppings under prep table along cooks line 4 droppings under toaster prep table 1 dropping in dry storage 1 dropping under slicer prep table 7 droppings on floor near beer kegs 3 droppings in employee restroom 3 droppings on floor in banquets side 15 droppings under soda station at bar 5 droppings on floor under clean plates 1 dropping on prep table next to slicer **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-05-25: 2 rodent droppings in back storage best the employee bathroom. 13 rodent droppings under bar waitress station Employee cleaned and sanitized the area by vacuuming wash rinse and sanitized the area. **Time Extended** **Corrective Action Taken**
35A-04-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. No quaternary ammonium test strips **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-05-25: **Time Extended**
16-37-1
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. In employee office. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-05-25: **Time Extended**
36-34-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Dead roaches on premises. 1 dead roach on sticky trap 3 dead roaches on sticky trap in dry storage **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-05-25: 1 dead roach on sticky trap down the ramp. The sticky trap was removed and discarded. Area cleaned and sanitized. **Time Extended** **Corrective Action Taken**
35A-03-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment or utensils not designed or constructed in a durable manner. Gaskets torn on walk in freezer door Grooved cutting board cooks line **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-05-25: **Time Extended**
14-10-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. Banquet area **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-05-25: **Time Extended**
36-24-5
64
May 24, 2023
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 1 major violation. 12 minor violations.
View 16 violations
High Priority - Live rodent present. 1 live rodent on sticky trap near beer kegs **Warning**
35A-19-4
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw shell eggs over pickles. Employee moved **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. 9 droppings under dish machine 2 droppings three compartment sink 7 droppings behind cooking equipment on cooks line 3 droppings under prep sink 25 droppings under prep table along cooks line 4 droppings under toaster prep table 1 dropping in dry storage 1 dropping under slicer prep table 7 droppings on floor near beer kegs 3 droppings in employee restroom 3 droppings on floor in banquets side 15 droppings under soda station at bar 5 droppings on floor under clean plates 1 dropping on prep table next to slicer **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
35A-04-4
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. No quaternary ammonium test strips **Warning**
16-37-1
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. In sugar employee removed. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
14-01-5
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Microwave handles, oven handles soiled **Warning**
23-24-4
Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Beverage storage room **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
51-11-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. In employee office. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
36-34-5
Basic - Dead rodent present. 1 dead on sticky trap under dish machine 1 dead on sticky trap behind cooking equipment on cooks line **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
35A-20-4
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Drink with no lid above reach in cooler. Employee removed **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
12B-07-4
Basic - Equipment or utensils not designed or constructed in a durable manner. Gaskets torn on walk in freezer door Grooved cutting board cooks line **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
14-10-4
Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. Banquet area **Warning**
36-24-5
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Employee removed **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
10-20-4
Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
21-04-4
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. **Warning**
42-01-4
Basic - Dead roaches on premises. 1 dead roach on sticky trap 3 dead roaches on sticky trap in dry storage **Warning**
35A-03-4
32
Mar 24, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 6 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Sterno In storage area. On single service items. - From follow-up inspection 2023-03-24: Employee removed cups from chemicals. **Corrected On-Site**
41-10-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. 3/23/23 ACRequest sent for: Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint** - From follow-up inspection 2023-03-24: Recommend Administrative Complaint 3/23/23 **Admin Complaint**
53A-01-7
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. In storage area down ramp hallway. **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2023-03-24: **Time Extended**
36-32-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment or utensils not designed or constructed in a durable manner. Gasket on walk-in freezer door. **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2023-03-24: **Time Extended**
14-10-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Door leading to outside ramp. - From follow-up inspection 2023-03-24: **Time Extended**
35B-01-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Ice cream holder by reach in freezer. - From follow-up inspection 2023-03-24: **Time Extended**
14-69-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Red Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. - From follow-up inspection 2023-03-24: **Time Extended**
14-09-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Soiled floors. Behind ovens in main kitchen. - From follow-up inspection 2023-03-24: **Time Extended**
36-10-4
58
Mar 23, 2023
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Manager Ron Schaefer present at time of inspection with no certified food manager certificate **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-01-19: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2023-01-19: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2023-03-23: - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Manager Ron Schaefer not present time of inspection with no certified food manager certificate. **Admin Complaint**
53A-01-7
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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. Provided copy. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-01-19: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2023-01-19: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2023-03-23: **Time Extended**
11-26-1
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. By back dry storage area. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-01-19: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2023-01-19: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2023-03-23: **Time Extended**
36-32-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment or utensils not designed or constructed in a durable manner. Walk in freezer gasket in disrepair **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-01-19: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2023-01-19: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2023-03-23: **Time Extended**
14-10-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Oven handle , back of oven, hood filters, gaskets on cooks line **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-01-19: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2023-01-19: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2023-03-23: **Time Extended**
23-03-4
70
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Grriffins Restaurant Dining Sports Bar-Banquet last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Grriffins Restaurant Dining Sports Bar-Banquet on file is from Mar 3, 2026. The public record contains 20 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Grriffins Restaurant Dining Sports Bar-Banquet?
Across the inspection record, “equipment or utensils not designed or constructed” has been cited 15 times, more than any other issue at Grriffins Restaurant Dining Sports Bar-Banquet.
How does Grriffins Restaurant Dining Sports Bar-Banquet compare to other restaurants in Lake Wales?
Grriffins Restaurant Dining Sports Bar-Banquet most recently scored 70 out of 100, which is lower than the Lake Wales average of 90.
Has Grriffins Restaurant Dining Sports Bar-Banquet's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Grriffins Restaurant Dining Sports Bar-Banquet have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Grriffins Restaurant Dining Sports Bar-Banquet 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 Grriffins Restaurant Dining Sports Bar-Banquet inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Grriffins Restaurant Dining Sports Bar-Banquet is inspected around seven times per year on average.
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