COLD STONE CREAMERY
18225 BISCAYNE BLVD, Aventura FL 33160
Last inspected Apr 22, 2026 · 9 visits since July 2023
MAY 24
OCT 24
JAN 25
DEC 25
APR 26
≈ ERRATIC
5 inspections, swinging between A and D. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. As of 10/1/23.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Inspection history
9 visits, newest first
Apr 22, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 2 findings
Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken.
Observed front counter plastic door/ cover cracked and broken.
Apr 21, 2026Call Back - Extension given, pendingComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
1 High priority0 Intermediate6 Basic
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Observed establishment open and Operating serving about 6 customers at time of inspection with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license as of 10/1/25.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn.
Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken.
Observed Water draining onto floor surface from handwashing in prep/ warewash area.
Observed cases of various drinks and single service items stored in employee restroom. Restroom is fully operational with toilet and hand washing sink. Advised person in charge that restroom must be cleared of all items.
Observed front counter plastic door/ cover cracked and broken.
Ten (10) foot-candles of light at least 30 inches from floor not provided in walk-in cooler.
Apr 20, 2026Administrative complaint recommendedComplaint Investigation
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 17 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority3 Intermediate12 Basic
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Observed employe decorating ice cream cake with barehands touching ready to eat toppings with barehands. Establishment has no approved Alternative Operating Procedure. Advised person in charge food employees may not contact exposed, ready-to-eat food with their bare hands and shall use suitable utensils such as deli tissue, spatulas, tongs, single-use gloves.
Observed establishment open and Operating serving about 6 customers at time of inspection with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license as of 10/1/25.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink in prep/ warewash area.
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.
No soap provided at handwash sink in prep/ warewash area.
Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves in walk in freezer.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn.
Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer.
Observed Ceiling tile missing above walk in cooler.
Observed Water draining onto floor surface from handwashing in prep/ warewash area.
Observed cases of food stored on floor in walk in freezer.
Observed cases of takeout containers stored on floor in prep area/ warewash area.
Observed cases of various drinks and single service items stored in employee restroom. Restroom is fully operational with toilet and hand washing sink. Advised person in charge that restroom must be cleared of all items.
Observed front counter plastic door/ cover cracked and broken.
Reach-in freezer interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues.
Ten (10) foot-candles of light at least 30 inches from floor not provided in walk-in cooler.
Dec 8, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 9 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority2 Intermediate6 Basic
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Observed establishment open and Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license as of 10/1/25.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times due to employee bag being stored inside.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer.
Observed Ceiling tile missing above walk in cooler.
Observed cases of water stored on floor under prep table and cases of food stored on floor in walk in freezer.
Reach-in freezer interior/shelves have accumulation food buildup.
Ten (10) foot-candles of light at least 30 inches from floor not provided in walk-in cooler.
Jan 21, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate5 Basic
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Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed various cleaning supplies stored in hand washing sink.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Located in walk in freezer.
Food stored on floor. Observed cases of water being stored on floor next to managers desk.
Reach-in cooler and freezer interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed takeout cut libs being stored on floor in dry storage area.
Ten (10) foot-candles of light at least 30 inches from floor not provided in walk-in cooler.
Dec 4, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn.
Food stored on floor. Observed cases of water being stored on floor in storage area and cases ice cream mix on floor in walk in cooler.
Ten (10) foot-candles of light at least 30 inches from floor not provided in walk-in cooler.
Oct 7, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 10 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority3 Intermediate5 Basic
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Observed employee began working with food, without first washing hands. Advised manager and he instructed employee to stop and wash hands.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. As of 10/1/23.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed rolls of garbage bags being stored in hand washing sink in ware wash area.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink.
Required employee training provided by an unapproved provider. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed all employees training through Cold Stone Online and in store training program. However, Cold Stone is an unapproved provider.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed cup with no handle being use to dispense ice and graham cracker pie crust.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn.
Food stored on floor. Observed cases of water being stored on floor in storage area and cases ice cream mix on floor in walk in cooler.
Reach-in cooler/ freezer interior and shelves have accumulation of soil residues.
Ten (10) foot-candles of light at least 30 inches from floor not provided in walk-in cooler.
May 23, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 7 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. As of 10/1/23.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed various items stored in hand washing sink located in prep area.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Located behind front counter.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Located in walk in cooler.
Food stored on floor. Observed cases of ice cream being stored on floor in walk in freezer.
Reach-in cooler/ freezer interior has an accumulation of soil residues.
Ten (10) foot-candles of light at least 30 inches from floor not provided in walk-in cooler.
Jul 27, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority4 Intermediate5 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. Discussed and emailed form to operator.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed plastic container and wiping cloths stored in in hand washing located in ware wash area.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Located behind front counter and in ware wash area.
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. Discussed and emailed form to operator.
Ceiling tile missing above walk in cooler.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris located in walk in freezer and cooler.
Food stored on floor. Observed case of water being stored on floor in storage area and cases of ice cream stored on floor in walk in freezer.
Reach-in cooler/ freezer interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues.
Ten (10) foot-candles of light at least 30 inches from floor not provided in walk-in cooler.
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.