Tio Pica Pollo

2121 Us 98 N, Lakeland, FL 33805
Mexican / Latin
Last inspected: Nov 13, 2025
90
Score
Low Risk

Across the available record, Tio Pica Pollo has six inspections on file, the first dated 2023. On Nov 13, 2025, the health department conducted the most recent visit. When a facility lands in the low risk tier, it usually means nothing alarming showed up at the most recent visit.

Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around two violations each.

Among Lakeland restaurants, the typical score is 86; Tio Pica Pollo is comfortably above that bar. The record reflects steady performance over time.

6
Inspections
0
Critical latest
1
Major latest
0
Minor latest
Inspection History
Nov 13, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation.
View 1 violation
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
90
Feb 26, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation.
View 1 violation
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Expired 2/01/25 - From follow-up inspection 2025-02-26: **Time Extended**
50-17-3
86
Feb 21, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation.
View 2 violations
Plumbing Installed; Proper Backflow Devices
FL-28
Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed
FL-50
78
Mar 28, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed
FL-50
74
Oct 20, 2023
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting board
22-02-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
21-12-4
86
Apr 20, 2023
Food-Licensing Inspection
No violations found.
100

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Tio Pica Pollo last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Tio Pica Pollo on file is from Nov 13, 2025. The public record contains six inspections in total.

How does Tio Pica Pollo compare to other restaurants in Lakeland?

Tio Pica Pollo most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is higher than the Lakeland average of 86.

Has Tio Pica Pollo's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Tio Pica Pollo have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Tio Pica Pollo 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 Tio Pica Pollo inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Tio Pica Pollo is inspected around two times per year on average.