Residence Inn by Marriott

3701 Harden Blvd, Lakeland, FL 33803

American

Last inspected: Mar 17, 2026

Score

Low Risk

Going back to 2023, Residence Inn by Marriott has eight inspections in the public record. The latest inspection on file is from Mar 17, 2026. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.

Things are looking better lately, with recent visits averaging around one violation compared to roughly three violations earlier on.

When inspectors have written things up, “whole fruit displayed for self-service not wrapped” has been the most frequent reason, cited two times.

Compared to the broader Lakeland restaurant scene, where the average is 86, this is a stronger showing. Overall, the inspection record reads well.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Mar 17, 2026

Routine - Food

1 minor violation.

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Basic - Interior of microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Back of the microwave. The employee cleaned the microwave. **Corrected On-Site**

22-08-4

Nov 21, 2025

Routine - Food

No violations found.

100

Sep 3, 2025

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 1 major violation.

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High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Hard boiled eggs 51F Shredded cheddar cheese 50F On the breakfast buffet line. Ice was put on the product. **Warning**

03A-02-5

Intermediate - Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Len Marazzo 8/24/2020 ServSafe. **Warning**

53A-03-7

Apr 22, 2025

Routine - Food

2 major violations.

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Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Hand washing sink blocked by empty boxes the boxes was removed. **Corrected On-Site**

31A-09-4

Intermediate - Whole fruit displayed for self-service not wrapped and no utensils provided. Apples on the breakfast buffet. I explained to the manager if the apples are unwashed to post a sign to inform the customers.

08B-15-4

Feb 20, 2025

Routine - Food

2 critical violations. 1 major violation.

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Certified Food Manager Identification

FL-02

Employee Health Policies Present

FL-03

Hands Clean and Properly Washed

FL-08

Jan 17, 2024

Routine - Food

2 major violations. 2 minor violations.

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Intermediate - Whole fruit displayed for self-service not wrapped and no utensils provided. Apples at the breakfast buffet.

08B-15-4

Intermediate - Self-service salad bar/buffet not provided with proper dispensing utensils. Bagels/ muffin station no utensils or deli tissue available. Tongs was provided. **Corrected On-Site**

08B-03-4

Basic - Food stored on floor. A case of bananas stored on the floor in the kitchen near the hand washing sink. Bananas was removed from off the floor. **Corrected On-Site**

08B-38-4

Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Cell phone was on a white cutting board over the prep sink in the kitchen. The cell phone was removed and the cutting board was removed to be washed, rinsed and sanitized. **Corrective Action Taken**

40-06-5

Aug 14, 2023

Routine - Food

No violations found.

100

Jun 14, 2023

Routine - Food

3 major violations. 1 minor violation.

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Intermediate - Required employee training provided by an unapproved provider. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed Certificate for Great Food Safe Food by Menutrinfo LLC for Diana Alverez. **Warning**

53B-03-5

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

53A-01-7

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

Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Current copy available expired 2-1-2023 **Warning**

50-09-4

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Residence Inn by Marriott last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Residence Inn by Marriott on file is from Mar 17, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Residence Inn by Marriott?

Across the inspection record, “whole fruit displayed for self-service not wrapped” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Residence Inn by Marriott.

How does Residence Inn by Marriott compare to other restaurants in Lakeland?

Residence Inn by Marriott most recently scored 95 out of 100, which is higher than the Lakeland average of 86.

Has Residence Inn by Marriott's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Residence Inn by Marriott have averaged around one violation per visit, down from roughly three earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Residence Inn by Marriott 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 Residence Inn by Marriott inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Residence Inn by Marriott is inspected around three times per year on average.

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