Gaskins Barbecue & Lobster
1614 Town Center Dr, Lakeland, FL 33803 · Permanent Food Service · License 6308263
What drove the grade
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled.
How the score was calculated
- Starting score100
- Violations at the Aug 4 routine inspection3 intermediate (1 fixed on the spot), 1 basic-9
- Safety score91
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Inspection history
1 inspection · 2 visitsRoutine inspection
- Follow-up visitOct 5, 2026 Fixed at follow-up
The inspector came back and found the problems fixed.
All earlier violations corrected.
Official report, on the Florida DBPR website - First visitAug 4, 2026 Warning issued
Problems were found that had to be fixed. The inspector will come back to check.
4 violations found:
Official report, on the Florida DBPR websiteWhat the inspector cited
Intermediate3
Code 02, Labeling, date marking and consumer advisory: Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory.
Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Email operator consumer advisory. Posted in dining room
Fixed on the spot
Code 41, Chemicals and toxic substances: Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled.
Unlabeled spray bottle front counter light blue liquid
Code 53, Manager certification and employee training: No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees.
To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant & Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Basic1
Code 40, Employee personal belongings: Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items.
Purse and drink stored on shelving in kitchen. Employee moved items
Fixed on the spot
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Priority levels
- High priority The problems most likely to make someone sick directly.
- Intermediate Could lead to a high-priority problem if not fixed.
- Basic Best practices and general upkeep.