Jason's Deli

4006 S Florida Ave, Lakeland, FL 33813

American

Last inspected: Feb 4, 2026

Score

Low Risk

Jason's Deli has been inspected 11 times since 2022. On Feb 4, 2026, the health department conducted the most recent visit. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.

Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near two violations each time.

“Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting” comes up most often, recorded five times in the inspection record.

Compared to the broader Lakeland restaurant scene, where the average is 86, this is a stronger showing. The record reflects steady performance over time.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Feb 4, 2026

Routine - Food

1 minor violation.

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Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Pans on the shelf in the dishwasher area. **Repeat Violation**

24-08-4

Nov 5, 2025

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 2 minor violations.

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Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Blade on the can opener is soiled. At the end of the prep table across from the hand washing sink in the back prep area. The can opener was taken to the dishwasher area to be washed, rinsed and sanitized. **Corrective Action Taken**

22-02-4

Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Pans on the shelf acfrom the dishwasher.

24-08-4

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Sides of the beverage machine in the drive thru ihas dust build up.

23-03-4

Jun 25, 2025

Complaint Partial

No violations found.

100

Jan 3, 2025

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.

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High Priority - Food stored in ice used for drinks. A bottle of heavy whipping cream stored inside the ice in the ice machine. The whip cream was removed. **Corrected On-Site**

08B-56-4

Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Pans on the shelf in the dishwasher area. The pans was separated. **Corrective Action Taken**

24-08-4

Basic - No suitable facilities provided to store employee clothing and other possessions. Grey backpack stored on the shelf with dry storage. Tobacco chipotle and Jerzee evaporated milk on the shelf across from the ice machine. The backpack was removed. **Corrected On-Site**

40-01-4

Jul 31, 2024

Routine - Food

3 minor violations.

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Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature

FL-16

Proper Sanitizer Contact Time and Concentration

FL-33

Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used

FL-24

Feb 5, 2024

Routine - Food

1 minor violation.

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Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Dishes on the shelf in the dishwasher area.

24-08-4

Oct 17, 2023

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 1 minor violation.

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Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Blade on the can opener on the prep table in the back prep area across from the hand washing sink. The manager removed the can opener to the dishwasher area to be washed, rinsed and sanitized. **Corrective Action Taken**

22-02-4

Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Pans on the shelf across from the 3 compartment sink..

24-08-4

Jun 14, 2023

Complaint Full

No violations found.

100

Jun 13, 2023

Complaint Full

1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.

View 3 violations

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Make line: shredded cheddar (51F - Cold Holding); sliced tomatoes (50F - Cold Holding); pico de gallo (45F - Cold Holding); salsa (45F - Cold Holding). Manager iced product and discussed time as a public health control **Warning**

03A-02-5

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. For 4 employees **Warning**

11-26-1

Basic - Wiping cloth quaternary ammonium compound sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Tested at 50ppm quat **Warning**

21-08-4

Jan 18, 2023

Routine - Food

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

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Proper Eating, Tasting, Drinking, or Tobacco Use

FL-06

Food Obtained from Approved Sources

FL-11

Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized

FL-22

Approved Thawing Methods Used

FL-31

Aug 11, 2022

Routine - Food

2 critical violations.

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High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Front counter cooler: shredded cheddar (46F - Cold Holding); sliced tomatoes (46F - Cold Holding); diced tomatoes (46F - Cold Holding). Manager discarded items and will call for service on unit. Emailed time a s a public health control paperwork to manager and suggested icing down new product and not over filling containers **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**

03A-02-5

High Priority - Displayed food not properly protected from contamination. Ice cream cones in self serve area exposed. Manager discarded cones. **Corrected On-Site**

08B-02-4

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Jason's Deli last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Jason's Deli on file is from Feb 4, 2026. The public record contains 11 inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Jason's Deli?

Across the inspection record, “equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting” has been cited five times, more than any other issue at Jason's Deli.

How does Jason's Deli compare to other restaurants in Lakeland?

Jason's Deli most recently scored 95 out of 100, which is higher than the Lakeland average of 86.

Has Jason's Deli's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Jason's Deli have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Jason's Deli 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 Jason's Deli inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Jason's Deli is inspected around three times per year on average.

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