La Quinta Inn & Suites Lake City

165 Nw Cali Dr, Lake City, FL 32055

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Last inspected: Aug 4, 2025

Score

Low Risk

Inspectors have visited La Quinta Inn & Suites Lake City four times, with records going back to 2023. The newest entry in the record is dated Aug 4, 2025. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.

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

La Quinta Inn & Suites Lake City scores about where you'd expect for a Lake City restaurant. The record reflects steady performance over time.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Aug 4, 2025

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 2 minor violations.

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Food Obtained from Approved Sources

FL-11

Proper Sanitizer Contact Time and Concentration

FL-33

Personal Cleanliness

FL-40

Jul 10, 2024

Routine - Food

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

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Hands Clean and Properly Washed

FL-08

Food Obtained from Approved Sources

FL-11

Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place

FL-36

Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored

FL-41

Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures

FL-21

Proper Sanitizer Contact Time and Concentration

FL-33

Aug 10, 2023

Routine - Food

2 major violations. 1 minor violation.

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Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No paper towels at hand wash sink. Employee replaced. **Corrected On-Site**

31B-02-4

Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. No soap at kitchen hand wash sink. Employee replaced. **Corrected On-Site**

31B-03-4

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Reach-in freezer and reach-in cooler gaskets and door handles soiled with mold-like substance and old food debris.

23-03-4

Mar 15, 2023

Routine - Food

2 major violations. 4 minor violations.

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Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Microwave interior soiled with food debris and grease accumulation. Upper plate of coffee machine filter-holder soiled with food debris.

22-02-4

Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. No label on spray bottle containing a pinkish colored liquid. Manager identified the liquid as sanitizer and labeled the bottle. **Corrected On-Site**

41-17-4

Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee drink on shelf over food items. Manager removed. **Corrected On-Site**

12B-07-4

Basic - Silverware/utensils dried with a towel/cloth. Utensils placed on wet cloth to dry. Manager rewatched. **Corrected On-Site**

24-17-4

Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Coffee filters stored unprotected. Manager wrapped filters. **Corrected On-Site**

25-05-4

Basic - Soiled cloths, linen, aprons, coats, or other uniform apparel not kept in a suitable container prior to laundering. Soiled linen hanging on food shelf. Manager removed. **Corrected On-Site**

21-14-4

Frequently Asked Questions

When was La Quinta Inn & Suites Lake City last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at La Quinta Inn & Suites Lake City on file is from Aug 4, 2025. The public record contains four inspections in total.

How does La Quinta Inn & Suites Lake City compare to other restaurants in Lake City?

La Quinta Inn & Suites Lake City most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is about the same as the Lake City average of 80.

Has La Quinta Inn & Suites Lake City's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at La Quinta Inn & Suites Lake City have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at La Quinta Inn & Suites Lake City 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 La Quinta Inn & Suites Lake City inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, La Quinta Inn & Suites Lake City is inspected around two times per year on average.

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