COLD STONE CREAMERY #20656
3426 LITHIA PINECREST RD, Valrico FL 33596 · 813.681.2223
Last inspected Jul 8, 2026 · 7 visits since July 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between A and D. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. 1 dropping observed on counter near to-go cups. 10 droppings observed near floor drain under point of sale. 20 droppings observed near floor drain under dipper well by counter entrance. 100 droppings observed in gap between floor safe and wall.
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Disciplinary actions
1 case · $400
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2024066255 | Sep 23, 2024 | Mar 11, 2025 | $400 |
Inspection history
7 visits, newest first
Jul 8, 2026Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 4 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 4 findings
Chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Quat tested at 100ppm. Operator stated the solution was prepared over 6 hours ago. Solution was discarded.
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.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee bottled drink on shelf over clean metal pans next to ice machine. Employee moved drink
Food stored on floor. Box of sweet cream mix on the floor in walk in cooler.
Nov 12, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. Observed at mop sink and under 3-compartment sink.
Sep 11, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 5 recorded.
0 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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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. No Employee Reporting Agreement available for any employees.
Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. Observed at mop sink and under 3-compartment sink.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Plastic containers on clean dish shelf. Operator separated to dry.
Food stored on floor. Box with ice cream cookies stored on walk in freezer floor.
Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor. Observed under front counter. Operator placed on shelf.
Nov 25, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate6 Basic
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Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed plastic pitcher stored in hand sink in prep area. Employee removed.
Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. At mop sink and under 3-compartment sink
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Purse and sweatshirt observed stored over box of chips in dry storage. Manager moved chips,
Food stored on floor. Case of drinks on floor in walk in cooler. Box of soft serve mix on floor in walk in freezer. Manager moved items to shelf.
In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. Stored on top of ice machine, top of ice machine has buildup of dust. Operator removed scoop to dish area, placed container on top of ice machine to place ice scoop into.
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed banana split boats not inverted. To go containers on shelf in storage area. Employee inverted.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. At toppings cooler near prep area entry.
Sep 24, 2024□ Emergency Order Callback CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. Under 3 compartment sink, and near mop sink
Equipment in poor repair. Observed peeling and rusting shelving in walk in cooler and walk in freezer.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed food debris on shelving in walk in cooler and walk in freezer. Observed build up of debris on fan shield in walk in cooler.
Sep 23, 2024■ Emergency order recommendedRoutine Inspection
Ordered shut on the spot. 7 violations recorded, 1 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.
1 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
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Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. 1 dropping observed on counter near to-go cups. 10 droppings observed near floor drain under point of sale. 20 droppings observed near floor drain under dipper well by counter entrance. 100 droppings observed in gap between floor safe and wall.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed plastic pitcher stored in hand sink in prep area. Employee removed the pitcher.
Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. Under 3 compartment sink, and near mop sink
Equipment in poor repair. Observed peeling and rusting shelving in walk in cooler and walk in freezer.
Light not functioning. Observed in walk in cooler
Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Observed in walk in cooler
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed food debris on shelving in walk in cooler and walk in freezer. Observed build up of debris on fan shield in walk in cooler.
Jul 13, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 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. Emailed to operator
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. Emailed to operator
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice build up inside walk-in freezer along ceiling and storage shelves
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.