CHARLIE'S ICE CREAM
510 HIALEAH DR, Hialeah FL 33010
Last inspected Apr 16, 2026 · 7 visits since February 2024
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5 inspections, swinging between A and D. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Live, small flying insects found Observed approximately 8 small flying insects flying around mop sink next to back door at kitchen area.
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Inspection history
7 visits, newest first
Apr 16, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate6 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 9 findingsThe state's own report →
Container of medicine improperly stored. Observed medicine stored on top of preparation table at kitchen area.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at front counter.
No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. Observed employee Roger Huls with no proof of employee health agreement. As per operator working for less than a month. I provide form and print form to operator and employee sign it during inspection.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed 2 employee water bottles stored on top of pineapple sundae topping containers on shelf next to walk in freezer. Employee discarded during inspection.
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Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed 1 employee engaged in food preparation with no hair restraint at front counter.
Food stored on floor. Observed ice cream containers stored on the floor at walk in freezer. Employee removed it and stored properly it during inspection.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed several scoops handle touching toppings inside containers next to service window at front counter. Employee removed and stored properly during inspection.
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Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gaskets soiled inside mini reach in cooler next to service window at front counter.
Dec 16, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed all around preparation area.
Dec 15, 2025Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 14 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority2 Intermediate9 Basic
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Container of medicine improperly stored. Observed medicine stored on top of preparation table at kitchen area.
Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Observed 4 dented cans of butterscotch cone coating on shelf in next to walk in cooler and freezer at kitchen area. Also observed 3 dented cans of caramel fudge topping under preparation table at kitchen area.
Live, small flying insects found Observed approximately 8 small flying insects flying around mop sink next to back door at kitchen area.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed 2 dirty container stored inside hand wash sink next to service window. Employee removed it during inspection.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed chlorine test strips expired 09/2022.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed cup with no handle stored inside sprinkles case at kitchen area.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed all around preparation area.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee personal water bottle and iPad on top of preparation table at kitchen area. Employee removed it during inspection.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed one employee engaged in food preparation with no hair restraints.
Food stored on floor. Observed assorted ice cream containers stored on the floor at walk in freezer. Employee stored properly during inspection.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed scoops inside toppings containers touching the food. Employee stored properly during inspection.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gaskets soiled at mini reach in cooler and ice machine door at front counter.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed in front of mop sink at kitchen area.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed 2 wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitized solution. Employee stored properly during inspection.
Sep 15, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed hand sink used as dump sinks with evidence of ice cream remnants.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed at reach in freezer.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed in toppings containers at reach in cooler.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed interior of reach in freezer soiled with fallen ice cream scoops.
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed clear bowls at walk up window not inverted.
Jul 11, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 6 recorded.
0 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
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Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed hand sink used as dump sinks with evidence of ice cream remnants.
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 and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed employees Dalvis and Ronaldo hired more than 60 days with no proof of training available.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed at reach in freezer.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed in toppings containers at reach in cooler.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed interior of reach in freezer soiled with fallen ice cream scoops.
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed clear bowls at walk up window not inverted.
Jul 1, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb, located near the exit door.
Food stored on floor. Observed plastic containers with strawberries fruits stored on the floor inside walk in freezer.
Feb 6, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment. Provided form during inspection.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed in Oreo cookies container in walk in cooler, employee removed during inspection.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed in Oreo cookies,snickers and Twix topping containers, employee stored properly.
This record follows the licence, not the owner. Restaurants change hands and the licence history normally does not, so an older entry may describe people who no longer run the place. Every inspection above links to the state's own report. Something wrong? Tell us.