Marlenes Take Out

813 W Memorial Blvd, Lakeland, FL 33815
American
Last inspected: Jul 24, 2025
95
Score
Low Risk

Public records show seven inspections at Marlenes Take Out stretching back to 2022. On Jul 24, 2025, 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 one violation each time.

“No paper towels” comes up most often, recorded three times in the inspection record.

Among Lakeland restaurants, the typical score is 86; Marlenes Take Out is comfortably above that bar. The record reflects steady performance over time.

7
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jul 24, 2025
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
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Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.
22-08-4
95
Feb 10, 2025
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Aug 15, 2024
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
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Basic - Stored food not covered. Green juice not covered in reachin cooler.
08B-12-5
95
Nov 13, 2023
Routine - Food
2 major violations.
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Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting Boards
22-02-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Operator replaced towels **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
82
Aug 8, 2023
Routine - Food
2 major violations.
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Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Operator replaced paper towels. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - Original container of toxic substance or chemical does not bear the manufacturer's label. Operator labeled spray bottle. **Corrected On-Site**
41-21-4
82
Mar 31, 2023
Routine - Food
1 major violation.
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Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink.
31B-02-4
90
Dec 16, 2022
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
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Basic - Reuse of single-service or single-use articles. Reusing plastics bags. bags were discarded **Corrected On-Site**
25-32-4
95

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Marlenes Take Out last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Marlenes Take Out on file is from Jul 24, 2025. The public record contains seven inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Marlenes Take Out?

Across the inspection record, “no paper towels” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Marlenes Take Out.

How does Marlenes Take Out compare to other restaurants in Lakeland?

Marlenes Take Out most recently scored 95 out of 100, which is higher than the Lakeland average of 86.

Has Marlenes Take Out's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Marlenes Take Out have averaged around one violation per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Marlenes Take Out 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 Marlenes Take Out inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Marlenes Take Out is inspected around three times per year on average.