Keke's Breakfast Cafe
Last inspected: Jan 21, 2026
78
Score
The health department has logged 11 inspections at Keke's Breakfast Cafe, the earliest from 2022. The most recent report on file is from Jan 21, 2026. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.
Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around two violations each.
The most common issue across all inspections has been “accumulation of black/green mold-like substance”, showing up three times.
Compared to other Lakeland restaurants (averaging 85), there's room to close the gap. Taken together, the history is a positive one.
11
Inspections
0
Critical latest
1
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 21, 2026
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
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Intermediate - No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Written procedures posted but first page not filled out. Manager filled out form during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
03F-10-5
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Behind cooking equipment on cooks line
36-27-5
Basic - In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. In granola on cooks line, employee removed **Corrected On-Site**
10-01-5
Basic - Open dumpster lid. Employee closed **Corrected On-Site**
33-16-4
78
Nov 20, 2025
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Sep 19, 2025
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 2 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. **Warning**
11-27-4
Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Observed for Natalie. **Warning**
53A-01-7
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed on interior shield, employee cleaned shield. **Warning**
22-20-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed food debris on storage rack at end of cook line , employee cleaned shelves. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
23-03-4
74
Apr 10, 2025
Routine - Food
2 minor violations.
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Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed food debris on cook line behind reach in cooler on expo side.
36-73-4
Basic - Ice buildup in walk-in freezer. Observed on floor.
14-69-4
90
Sep 12, 2024
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
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Basic - Accumulation of debris in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed on interior shield, manager cleaned interior shield. **Corrected On-Site**
22-20-5
95
Jan 23, 2024
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
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Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed on flip top unit, employee placed in sanitizer solution.
21-12-4
95
Sep 20, 2023
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Sep 5, 2023
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
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Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
74
May 30, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation.
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High Priority - - From initial inspection : 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. Observed Dishwasher (Chlorine 0ppm); Dishwasher (Chlorine 100ppm), chlorine container replaced . **Corrected On-Site** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-05-30: 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. Observed Dishwasher (Chlorine 0ppm) **Time Extended**
22-41-4
86
Mar 27, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 5 major violations. 4 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. Observed Dishwasher (Chlorine 0ppm); Dishwasher (Chlorine 100ppm), chlorine container replaced . **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
22-41-4
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. **Warning**
11-26-1
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. **Warning**
11-27-4
Intermediate - No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ observed 15 employees. **Warning**
53A-05-6
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at service station, employee replenished paper towels. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
31B-02-4
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. Observed on top area of unit. **Warning**
16-21-4
Basic - Food stored in a location that is exposed to splash/dust. Observed potatoes stored below drain shelf next to 3-compartment sink. **Warning**
08B-36-4
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed coffee filters exposed on top of coffee maker, employee removed filters from top of coffee maker. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
25-05-4
Basic - Accumulation of debris in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed on interior shield, employee cleaned interior shield. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
22-20-5
43
Oct 20, 2022
Food-Licensing Inspection
No violations found.
100
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Keke's Breakfast Cafe last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Keke's Breakfast Cafe on file is from Jan 21, 2026. The public record contains 11 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Keke's Breakfast Cafe?
Across the inspection record, “accumulation of black/green mold-like substance” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Keke's Breakfast Cafe.
How does Keke's Breakfast Cafe compare to other restaurants in Lakeland?
Keke's Breakfast Cafe most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is lower than the Lakeland average of 85.
Has Keke's Breakfast Cafe's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Keke's Breakfast Cafe have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Keke's Breakfast Cafe 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 Keke's Breakfast Cafe inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Keke's Breakfast Cafe is inspected around three times per year on average.
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