Hyatt Place Lakeland Center

525 W Orange St, Lakeland, FL 33815

American

Last inspected: Apr 9, 2026

Score

Low Risk

Inspectors have visited Hyatt Place Lakeland Center nine times, with records going back to 2022. Inspectors last stopped by on Apr 9, 2026. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.

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

Looking across the full record, “lights in food preparation” is the recurring theme, flagged four times.

That's lower than the typical Lakeland restaurant, which scores around 86. The record reflects steady performance over time.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Apr 9, 2026

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 1 major violation.

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High Priority - Hot time/temperature control for safety food received at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Eggs in warmer 97F, employee stated she placed in warmer 30 mins, reheated 165F **Corrected On-Site**

03B-15-5

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Ice machine

22-02-4

Nov 18, 2025

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.

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High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Milk 61, milk 59 on buffet

03A-02-5

Basic - Ceiling tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Several tiles missing in kitchen area. Maintenance said it was scheduled **Corrective Action Taken**

36-17-5

Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Gaskets on 2-door reachin cooler

14-11-5

Apr 29, 2025

Complaint Full

1 major violation. 1 minor violation.

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Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Open cooler Employee was, rinsed and sanitized **Corrected On-Site**

22-02-4

Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Vents

36-34-5

Dec 10, 2024

Routine - Food

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

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High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. 2 % milk on buffet at 56 F

03A-02-5

Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Hand washing sink by kitchen door.

31B-03-4

Basic - Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Cookline **Repeat Violation**

38-07-4

Basic - Standing water or very slow draining water in handwash sink, three-compartment sink, or mop sink. Hand washing sink in dishroom with standing water. Employee removed debris from sink. **Corrected On-Site**

29-20-5

Mar 5, 2024

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 2 minor violations.

View 3 violations

Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Makayla Bergeron **Admin Complaint**

53A-01-7

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Food buildup bottom reachin cooler. Reachin cooler A and reachin cooler under hot plate

23-03-4

Basic - Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Kitchen area

38-07-4

Dec 19, 2023

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 1 minor violation.

View 2 violations

Insects, Rodents, and Animals Not Present

FL-38

Toilet Rooms Maintained

FL-53

Oct 20, 2023

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 4 major violations. 2 minor violations.

View 7 violations

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Potatoes 120F sausage 119F **Warning**

03B-01-6

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Ice machine **Warning**

22-02-4

Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Bar area a glass and food container in hand washing sink in bar. **Warning**

31A-11-4

Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. **Warning**

53A-01-7

Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Bar area **Warning**

31B-02-4

Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Vents in kitchen area. **Warning**

36-34-5

Basic - Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Kitchen area **Warning**

38-07-4

Mar 13, 2023

Routine - Food

2 critical violations. 3 minor violations.

View 5 violations

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Poultry (67F - Cold Holding); sliced turkey (66F - Cold Holding); Pork (68F - Cold Holding

03A-02-5

High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse.

01B-02-5

Basic - Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers.

38-07-4

Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Microwave in dining

22-08-4

Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Ceiling vents with dust buildup

36-34-5

Oct 31, 2022

Routine - Food

No violations found.

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Hyatt Place Lakeland Center last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Hyatt Place Lakeland Center on file is from Apr 9, 2026. The public record contains nine inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Hyatt Place Lakeland Center?

Across the inspection record, “lights in food preparation” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Hyatt Place Lakeland Center.

How does Hyatt Place Lakeland Center compare to other restaurants in Lakeland?

Hyatt Place Lakeland Center most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is lower than the Lakeland average of 86.

Has Hyatt Place Lakeland Center's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Hyatt Place Lakeland Center have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Hyatt Place Lakeland Center 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 Hyatt Place Lakeland Center inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Hyatt Place Lakeland Center is inspected around three times per year on average.

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