Highland City Culvers

4255 Clubhouse Rd, Lakeland, FL 33812

American

Last inspected: Nov 4, 2025

Score

Low Risk

Inspectors have visited Highland City Culvers eight times, with records going back to 2023. On Nov 4, 2025, the health department conducted the most recent visit. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.

Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with counts hovering near three violations per visit.

The most common issue across all inspections has been “accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine”, showing up four times.

Highland City Culvers scores about where you'd expect for a Lakeland restaurant. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Nov 4, 2025

Complaint Full

3 minor violations.

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Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Top of the dishwasher. **Repeat Violation**

16-21-4

Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Microwaves on top self next to the microwave.

23-24-4

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gaskets on the 4door reach in cooler across from the fryers. **Repeat Violation**

23-03-4

Jul 30, 2025

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 5 minor violations.

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High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Veggie burgers 48F Chicken breast 48F The product was put on ice. Grill side cooler. **Corrective Action Taken**

03A-02-5

Intermediate - Microwave missing fan guard cover/splatter shield. Both microwaves on the shelf near the steam table. Fan guards was placed inside the microwaves. **Corrected On-Site**

14-04-4

Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Top of the dishwasher is soiled.

16-21-4

Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Handles on both microwaves on the shelf above the steam table. Gaskets on the 4 door reach in freezer is soiled with food debris. **Repeat Violation**

23-24-4

Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Pans on the shelf across from dry storage shelf. **Repeat Violation**

24-08-4

Basic - Interior of microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Both microwaves on shelf near the steam table.

22-08-4

Basic - Reach-in freezer interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. 4 door reach in freezer is soiled.

22-16-4

Jan 2, 2025

Routine - Food

2 minor violations.

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Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Pans on the shelf across from the walk in cooler.

24-08-4

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gaskets on the 4 door reach in freezer has build up of food. **Repeat Violation**

23-03-4

Aug 14, 2024

Routine - Food

2 minor violations.

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Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gaskets on the 4 door reach in freezer across from the fryers.

23-03-4

Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Pans on the shelf across from the walk in freezer.

24-08-4

Dec 22, 2023

Routine - Food

2 critical violations.

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Supervisor/Person in Charge Present

FL-01

Employee Health Policies Present

FL-03

Oct 31, 2023

Routine - Food

3 minor violations.

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Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-31: Soiled. **Time Extended**

16-21-4

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-31: Not posted. **Time Extended**

50-09-4

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Plumbing system in disrepair. Observed loose faucet at hand sink by front counter **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-31: Loose faucet. **Time Extended**

29-08-4

Sep 1, 2023

Routine - Food

2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 7 minor violations.

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High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Front counter: chili started initial reheat at 7am, time taken 10:05 (91F - Reheating); broccoli and cheese soup started initial reheat at 7am, time taken 10:12am (63F - Reheating) **Warning**

01B-02-5

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety, commercially processed food reheating for hot holding not heated to a minimum temperature of 135 degrees Fahrenheit in all parts. Front counter steam well: chili started initial reheat at 7am, time taken 10:05 (91F - Reheating); broccoli and cheese soup started initial reheat at 7am, time taken 10:12am (63F - Reheating). Stop sale issued. **Warning**

03E-03-5

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 - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. **Warning**

16-21-4

Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed cup in bin of pecans in storage. Manager removed **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**

14-01-5

Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. **Warning**

50-09-4

Basic - Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. Observed soiled flooring in walk in freezer. **Warning**

36-01-4

Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. **Warning**

51-13-4

Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. At front sink by register **Warning**

31B-04-4

Basic - Plumbing system in disrepair. Observed loose faucet at hand sink by front counter **Warning**

29-08-4

Jan 6, 2023

Food-Licensing Inspection

1 major violation. 2 minor violations.

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Approved Thawing Methods Used

FL-31

Toxic Substances Properly Identified, Stored, Used

FL-32

Proper Sanitizer Contact Time and Concentration

FL-33

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Highland City Culvers last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Highland City Culvers on file is from Nov 4, 2025. The public record contains eight inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Highland City Culvers?

Across the inspection record, “accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Highland City Culvers.

How does Highland City Culvers compare to other restaurants in Lakeland?

Highland City Culvers most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is about the same as the Lakeland average of 86.

Has Highland City Culvers' inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Highland City Culvers have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Highland City Culvers 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 Highland City Culvers inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Highland City Culvers is inspected around three times per year on average.

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