Rush Hour Chicken and Waffles of Lakeland

1323 Ariana, Lakeland, FL 33803
Café / Breakfast
Last inspected: Jun 10, 2025
64
Score
Medium Risk

Rush Hour Chicken and Waffles of Lakeland has a thin inspection record, with only two visits on file so far. The newest entry in the record is dated Jun 10, 2025. A medium risk rating points to a few notable findings at the last inspection, though nothing severe.

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

Across the inspection history, “no plan review submitted and approved - bar area added” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded two times.

Rush Hour Chicken and Waffles of Lakeland's latest score of 64 falls below the Lakeland average of 85. The full record sits in fairly typical territory for a working restaurant.

2
Inspections
1
Critical latest
3
Major latest
0
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jun 10, 2025
Food-Licensing Inspection
1 critical violation. 3 major violations.
View 4 violations
High Priority - Establishment operating without a license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Operator must obtain a public food service license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants within 60 days. Submit a license application and payment to DBPR/Bureau of Central Intake Unit, 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-0783. To apply online or obtain an application for license visit https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/ **Warning**
50-08-7
Intermediate - No plan review submitted and approved - bar area added. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Bar added between the Dining room and kitchen. **Warning**
51-14-7
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. **Warning**
16-37-1
Intermediate - No handwash sink for employees in the bar area. **Warning**
31A-12-4
64
Dec 19, 2022
Routine - Food
3 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Hand sink next to three compartment sink is not working. Hand sink in server station blocked by register. Employee moved **Warning**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. **Warning**
53A-01-7
Intermediate - No plan review submitted and approved - bar area added. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. Observed bar added to front area with a three compartment sink and ice bin and no hand sink. No plans on file. **Warning**
51-14-7
Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.
51-13-4
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
50-09-4
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Rush Hour Chicken and Waffles of Lakeland last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Rush Hour Chicken and Waffles of Lakeland on file is from Jun 10, 2025. The public record contains two inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Rush Hour Chicken and Waffles of Lakeland?

Across the inspection record, “no plan review submitted and approved - bar area added” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Rush Hour Chicken and Waffles of Lakeland.

How does Rush Hour Chicken and Waffles of Lakeland compare to other restaurants in Lakeland?

Rush Hour Chicken and Waffles of Lakeland most recently scored 64 out of 100, which is lower than the Lakeland average of 85.

Has Rush Hour Chicken and Waffles of Lakeland's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Rush Hour Chicken and Waffles of Lakeland have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Rush Hour Chicken and Waffles of Lakeland means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.