The Boondocks

8515 Us Highway 98 N, Lakeland, FL 33809
American
Last inspected: Nov 4, 2022
74
Score
Medium Risk

The inspection history at The Boondocks is still short, with only two visits logged. The most recent report on file is from Nov 4, 2022. A medium risk rating points to a few notable findings at the last inspection, though nothing severe. The file hasn't been updated since Nov 4, 2022, so take the current picture with that in mind.

Recent inspections have turned up more issues than earlier ones, averaging around three violations lately compared to roughly zero violations before.

That's lower than the typical Lakeland restaurant, which scores around 86. The record is unremarkable in either direction.

2
Inspections
1
Critical latest
1
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Nov 4, 2022
Complaint Full
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
High Priority - Self-service salad bar/buffet lacking adequate sneezeguards or other proper protection from contamination. Observed at 2 hot holding stations in dining area. **Warning**
08B-01-4
Intermediate - Water with a temperature of at least 100 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink.observed 79F. In bar area. **Warning**
27-16-4
Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed self-closing doors. Observed at mens and womens bathrooms. **Warning**
32-04-4
74
Jul 13, 2022
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100

Frequently Asked Questions

When was The Boondocks last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at The Boondocks on file is from Nov 4, 2022. The public record contains two inspections in total.

How does The Boondocks compare to other restaurants in Lakeland?

The Boondocks most recently scored 74 out of 100, which is lower than the Lakeland average of 86.

Has The Boondocks' inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at The Boondocks have averaged around three violations per visit, up from roughly zero earlier in the record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at The Boondocks means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.