Winghouse Bar and Grill

4515 S Florida Ave, Lakeland, FL 33813
Bar / Pub
Last inspected: Feb 12, 2026
100
Score
Low Risk

Inspectors have visited Winghouse Bar and Grill eight times, with records going back to 2022. Winghouse Bar and Grill was last inspected on Feb 12, 2026. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.

Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with counts hovering near three violations per visit.

“Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing two times across the record.

Among Lakeland restaurants, the typical score is 86; Winghouse Bar and Grill is comfortably above that bar. Taken together, the history is a positive one.

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Inspections
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Critical latest
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Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 12, 2026
Food-Licensing Inspection
No violations found.
100
Jul 11, 2024
Complaint Full
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 4 violations
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
67
Jan 25, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
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High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Bottle of multi surface cleanser stored next to serving trays. The chemical was removed. **Corrected On-Site**
41-10-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener blade soiled. The can opener was removed to be washed, rinsed and sanitized. **Corrective Action Taken**
22-02-4
Basic - Ceiling tile missing. Kitchen
36-36-4
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Pans on the shelf next to the fresh cooking oil tanks. The pans were removed to let air dry. **Corrective Action Taken**
24-08-4
Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. In the bottom of the large flip top reach in cooler across from the fryers.
29-49-6
67
Oct 31, 2023
Routine - Food
6 minor violations.
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Basic - Accumulation of lime scale on the inside of the dishmachine. Top of the dishwasher soiled.
16-23-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Grease accumulated under cooking equipment. Light burned out dry storage area across from the beverage syrup rack. Ceiling tile missing above the drain board in the dishwasher area.
36-73-4
Basic - Interior of microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. On rack across from the flat grill on the cook line.
22-08-4
Basic - Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Hood system above the flat top grill.
38-07-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. For/ grease buildup on the exterior of the cooking equipment.
23-03-4
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. A case of giant straws stored on the floor in the storage area acfrom the beverage syrup rack.
25-05-4
74
Jun 19, 2023
Routine - Food
2 minor violations.
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Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
90
Apr 13, 2023
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
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Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling vents soiled with accumulated grease and dust on cook line. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-04-11: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2023-04-11: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2023-04-12: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2023-04-12: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2023-04-13: **Time Extended**
36-34-5
95
Nov 28, 2022
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 7 minor violations.
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High Priority - Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Tested at 0ppm. Manager set up three compartment sink until unit can be serviced **Corrective Action Taken**
22-41-4
High Priority - Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed 4 live flies actively flying in dry storage by beer walk in cooler. Manager eradicated and cleaned and sanitized areas **Corrected On-Site**
35A-02-6
Basic - Accumulation of black mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
22-20-5
Basic - Ceiling vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. **Repeat Violation**
36-34-5
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed missing panel on inside of cook make line
14-11-5
Basic - Plumbing system in disrepair. Observed missing spray hose at dish pit. Manager is ordering parts and waiting for service.
29-08-4
Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler on cook line
29-49-6
Basic - Standing water in floor drain by cook line. Operator has call out to plumber
29-19-4
Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Leaking faucet on right side cook line hand sink
29-11-4
52
Sep 7, 2022
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 minor violations.
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High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed 4 live roaches under three compartment sink Observed 1 live roach on wall by oven Observed 1 live roach by compressor at chicken breading station. Observed 2 live roaches inside of ice machine Observed 1 live roach on wire on cook line Observed 2 live roaches under-expo line **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-09-07: Observed 1 live roach beneath expo line. Manager eradicated and cleaned and sanitized area Observed 2 live roaches behind chicken make line. Observed 3 live roaches on wall behind make line. Manager eradicated and cleaned and sanitized area Observed 3 live roaches in ice machine. Manager eradicated 1. Observed 1 live roach on floor be beerwalk in cooler. Manager eradicated and cleaned and sanitized area **Time Extended**
35A-05-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Hole in or other damage to walls in dish area, prep area and through out kitchen **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-09-07: **Time Extended**
36-24-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Current copy displayed expired 2-1-2022 **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-09-07: **Time Extended**
50-09-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Dead roaches on premises. Observed 2 dead roaches on storage room **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-09-07: Observed 5 dead roaches by compressor at chicken maketable Observed 2 dead roaches on ground by tall boys Manager removed and cleaned and sanitized area **Time Extended**
35A-03-4
74

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Winghouse Bar and Grill last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Winghouse Bar and Grill on file is from Feb 12, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Winghouse Bar and Grill?

Across the inspection record, “standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Winghouse Bar and Grill.

How does Winghouse Bar and Grill compare to other restaurants in Lakeland?

Winghouse Bar and Grill most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Lakeland average of 86.

Has Winghouse Bar and Grill's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Winghouse Bar and Grill have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Winghouse Bar and Grill 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 Winghouse Bar and Grill inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Winghouse Bar and Grill is inspected around two times per year on average.