S W Caribbean Delights

1310 W Daughtery Road, Lakeland, FL 33805
Mexican / Latin
Last inspected: Jan 8, 2026
86
Score
Low Risk

S W Caribbean Delights has been inspected eight times since 2022. S W Caribbean Delights was last inspected on Jan 8, 2026. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.

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

Looking across the full record, “handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing” is the recurring theme, flagged four times.

Among Lakeland restaurants, this is a fairly standard result. The record reflects steady performance over time.

8
Inspections
0
Critical latest
1
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 8, 2026
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
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Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Operator provided paper towels. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed behind equipment in storage area.
36-73-4
86
Jul 11, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
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Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed container in hand sink, operator removed container from sink. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-11-4
Basic - Clean utensils or equipment stored in dirty container, observed plastic lids in soiled grey container.
24-06-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed behind kitchen equipment.
36-73-4
82
Feb 24, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
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Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
86
Aug 13, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
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Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed utensils in hand sink on cookline. Operator removed utensils from sink. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
31A-11-4
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed interior of microwave oven.
22-08-4
86
Jan 9, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
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Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed container in sink in kitchen, container removed from sink. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-11-4
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
14-09-4
86
Jul 26, 2023
Routine - Food
2 major violations.
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Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed container in sink in kitchen, operator removed container from sink. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
53B-14-5
82
Jan 11, 2023
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
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Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Toxic Substances Properly Identified, Stored, Used
FL-32
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
78
Jul 11, 2022
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed container of cleaner in sink, employee removed container from sink. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-11-4
Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Observed at unisex bathroom.
32-04-4
Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed under 3-compartment sink.
36-17-5
82

Frequently Asked Questions

When was S W Caribbean Delights last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at S W Caribbean Delights on file is from Jan 8, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at S W Caribbean Delights?

Across the inspection record, “handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at S W Caribbean Delights.

How does S W Caribbean Delights compare to other restaurants in Lakeland?

S W Caribbean Delights most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is about the same as the Lakeland average of 86.

Has S W Caribbean Delights' inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at S W Caribbean Delights have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at S W Caribbean Delights 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 S W Caribbean Delights inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, S W Caribbean Delights is inspected around two times per year on average.