Hooters of Lakeland II

3400 Us 98 N, Lakeland, FL 33809

American

Last inspected: Mar 26, 2026

Score

Medium Risk

Inspectors have visited Hooters of Lakeland II eight times, with records going back to 2022. On Mar 26, 2026, the health department conducted the most recent visit. When a facility lands in medium risk territory, it usually means a mixed inspection result.

Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around three violations each.

When inspectors have written things up, “floor soiled/has accumulation of debris” has been the most frequent reason, cited five times.

Restaurants in Lakeland average 86, so Hooters of Lakeland II trails the local norm. On the whole, the file is mixed but not concerning.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Mar 26, 2026

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 3 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) manager changed out chlorine container. Dishwasher (Chlorine 100ppm) **Corrected On-Site**

22-41-4

Basic - Clean food containers stored on rust pitted shelves.

24-06-4

Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed behind soft drink station, in service station near patio.

36-73-4

Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.

21-12-4

Aug 19, 2025

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 2 minor violations.

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Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed cup in hand sink at service station, employee removed cup. **Corrected On-Site**

31A-11-4

Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed next to soft drink station in service station nearest patio.

36-73-4

Basic - Objectionable odors in bathroom or other areas of the establishment. Observed next to soft drink station in service area nearest patio.

36-64-5

May 9, 2025

Routine - Food

2 minor violations.

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Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed behind ice machine, and in bar area.

36-73-4

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed debris in hand sinks in both service stations.

23-03-4

Jan 16, 2025

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 2 minor violations.

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Intermediate - Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels. Manager replaced batteries. **Corrected On-Site**

31B-05-4

Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed debris interior chute, manager cleaned chute. **Corrected On-Site**

22-20-5

Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed ice machine door attachment in disrepair.

14-11-5

Feb 16, 2024

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 1 minor violation.

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Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed at service station, manager replenished soap. **Corrected On-Site**

31B-03-4

Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed torn gasket on walk in freezer door.

14-11-5

Oct 5, 2023

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 4 minor violations.

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Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed in main bar area.

31B-02-4

Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed behind kitchen equipment.

36-73-4

Basic - Ice buildup in walk-in freezer. Observed around door.

14-69-4

Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed under flip top units.

36-22-4

Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed on interior rear white component. Employee cleaned component. **Corrected On-Site**

22-20-5

Mar 23, 2023

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 4 minor violations.

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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. Emailed operator form. **Corrective Action Taken**

11-27-4

Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed on inter rear component on rear wall.

22-20-5

Basic - Carbon dioxide tanks not adequately secured. Observed next to soft drink shelf.

51-11-4

Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed in rear and side of ice machine and near soft drink stations.

36-73-4

Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed behind cookline equipment.

36-27-5

Sep 21, 2022

Routine - Food

5 minor violations.

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Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible

FL-10

Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized

FL-22

Toxic Substances Properly Identified, Stored, Used

FL-32

Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place

FL-36

Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean

FL-23

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Hooters of Lakeland II last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Hooters of Lakeland II on file is from Mar 26, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Hooters of Lakeland II?

Across the inspection record, “floor soiled/has accumulation of debris” has been cited five times, more than any other issue at Hooters of Lakeland II.

How does Hooters of Lakeland II compare to other restaurants in Lakeland?

Hooters of Lakeland II most recently scored 74 out of 100, which is lower than the Lakeland average of 86.

Has Hooters of Lakeland II's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Hooters of Lakeland II have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Hooters of Lakeland II 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 Hooters of Lakeland II inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Hooters of Lakeland II is inspected around two times per year on average.

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