W Caribbean Cuban Restaurant
Last inspected: Apr 7, 2026
82
Score
W Caribbean Cuban Restaurant has been inspected eight times since 2022. Inspectors last stopped by on Apr 7, 2026. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.
There hasn't been much movement either way: counts have stayed near four violations per visit across recent inspections.
The pattern that stands out is “nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease”, which has been cited three times.
Restaurants in Lakeland average 86, so W Caribbean Cuban Restaurant trails the local norm. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.
8
Inspections
0
Critical latest
1
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 7, 2026
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Soda gun nozzle in bar area. operator cleaned **Corrected On-Site**
22-02-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. In rice in walk-in cooler. operator remove bowl **Corrected On-Site**
14-01-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Exterior of bulk rice containers soiled with grease and debris. Operator asked employee to clean. **Corrective Action Taken**
23-03-4
82
Aug 22, 2025
Routine - Food
4 critical violations. 2 major violations. 5 minor violations.
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High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Cooked white rice prepared 8/21/25 cooled down and placed in walk in cooler covered, temped at 56 degrees on 8/22/25 Stop sale issued
01B-02-5
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw steak stored over cooked rice in walk in cooler
08A-05-6
High Priority - Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. Cooked white rice prepared 8/21/25 cooled down and placed in walk in cooler covered, temped at 56 degrees on 8/22/25 Stop sale issued
03D-02-5
High Priority - Container of medicine improperly stored. Burn gel above steam table, employee removed **Corrected On-Site**
41-07-4
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. On cooks line. Employee refilled **Corrected On-Site**
31B-03-4
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. Three training certificates expired for employees
53B-14-5
Basic - Accumulation of lime scale on the inside of the dishmachine.
16-23-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Pre boiled rice boxes in storage / liquor room , brown sugar at front bar employee moved items **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
08B-38-4
Basic - No copy of latest inspection report available.
51-18-6
Basic - Ripped/worn tin foil used as shelf cover. Employee replaced **Corrected On-Site**
14-20-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Employee placed in sani bucket **Corrected On-Site**
21-12-4
35
Feb 20, 2025
Routine - Food
2 minor violations.
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Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
90
Sep 20, 2024
Routine - Food
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Basic - Food stored on floor. Several cases of food stored on walk-in freezer floor.
08B-38-4
Basic - Insect control device installed over food preparation area. Fly light sitting above food prep between two microwaves. Chef removed fly light. **Corrected On-Site**
35B-02-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Bottom of soda head soiled with mold like debris.
23-03-4
86
Jan 8, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 5 violations
High Priority - Food stored in ice used for drinks. See stop sale. Cut fruit container sitting in drink ice. Employee discarded ice and washed, rinsed, and sanitized ice bin in bar area. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-56-4
High Priority - Stop Sale issued due to adulteration of food product. Cut fruit container stored in drink ice in bar area.
01B-03-5
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. By the 3 compartment sink. Employee replaced paper towels. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Spray bottle in soda room
41-17-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Ice cream containers on floor in walk-in freezer.
08B-38-4
58
Sep 14, 2023
Routine - Food
2 minor violations.
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Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure
FL-25
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
90
Feb 27, 2023
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Spray bottle of alcohol behind bare. manager labeled spray bottle. **Corrected On-Site**
41-17-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Using metal bowl as scoop in the chicken and rice in walk-in cooler.
14-01-5
Basic - Employee eating in a food preparation or other restricted area. Employee food plates on clean dish rack. Manager discarded food. **Corrected On-Site**
12B-02-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Bulk rice containers on cookline soiled with grease buildup.
23-03-4
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Large to go boxes stored on floor in stockroom.
25-05-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Wet wiping cloth on cookline counter.
21-12-4
70
Oct 13, 2022
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
74
Frequently Asked Questions
When was W Caribbean Cuban Restaurant last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at W Caribbean Cuban Restaurant on file is from Apr 7, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at W Caribbean Cuban Restaurant?
Across the inspection record, “nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at W Caribbean Cuban Restaurant.
How does W Caribbean Cuban Restaurant compare to other restaurants in Lakeland?
W Caribbean Cuban Restaurant most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is lower than the Lakeland average of 86.
Has W Caribbean Cuban Restaurant's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at W Caribbean Cuban Restaurant have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at W Caribbean Cuban Restaurant 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 W Caribbean Cuban Restaurant inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, W Caribbean Cuban Restaurant is inspected around two times per year on average.
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