Top Dog

839 N Massachusetts Ave, Lakeland, FL 33801
American
Last inspected: Apr 6, 2026
100
Score
Low Risk

Public records show five inspections at Top Dog stretching back to 2023. On Apr 6, 2026, the health department conducted the most recent visit. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.

There hasn't been much movement either way: counts have stayed near zero violations per visit across recent inspections.

That puts the facility ahead of the local pack: the average Lakeland restaurant scores 86. Taken together, the history is a positive one.

5
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
0
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 6, 2026
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Mar 28, 2025
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.
22-08-4
95
Mar 18, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation.
View 1 violation
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
90
Jun 6, 2023
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Jun 5, 2023
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. **Warning**
53A-01-7
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. On Prep area. **Warning**
14-09-4
Basic - No copy of latest inspection report available. **Warning**
51-18-6
82

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Top Dog last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Top Dog on file is from Apr 6, 2026. The public record contains five inspections in total.

How does Top Dog compare to other restaurants in Lakeland?

Top Dog most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Lakeland average of 86.

Has Top Dog's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Top Dog have averaged around zero violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Top Dog 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 Top Dog inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Top Dog is inspected around two times per year on average.