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ICE CREAM FANTASIA

12327 UNIVERSITY MALL CT, Tampa FL 33612 · 813-558-0848

Last inspected May 7, 2026 · 4 visits since March 2024

Licence typeRestaurant
Risk levelRisk Level 1
LicenceNOS3912911
Grade history
MAR 24
JUL 24
MAY 26
▼ IMPROVING

3 inspections, climbing. The current grade is the best on record.

Worst finding on record
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed 2 live flies in back kitchen area.
High priority/35A-02-6
Badges — 2 earned
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined

Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →

Disciplinary actions

2 cases · $600

CaseViolation dateFinal orderAmount
3--2022032853May 3, 2022Aug 4, 2022$200
3--2015046247Oct 12, 2015Nov 6, 2015$400

Inspection history

4 visits, newest first

May 7, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.

0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Aug 7, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.

0 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
Show 2 findings ▾
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Discussed with operator on obtaining test strips.
Intermediate/16-37-1/Warning/Return visit Aug 7, 2024 · Operator provided quaternary test strips, discussed with operator on obtaining chlorine test strips. Time Extended
Equipment in poor repair. Gaskets on reach in cooler in kitchen Duct tape used to repair nonfood-contact surface. Duct tape used to repair reach in freezer in kitchen, discussed with operator. Duct tape used to repair reach in freezer near kitchen entrance. Middle reach in freezer non operational in kitchen.
Basic/14-11-5/Repeat Violation/Warning/Return visit Aug 7, 2024 · Time Extended
Jul 31, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 12 recorded, 1 high priority.

1 High priority7 Intermediate4 Basic
Show 12 findings ▾
Container of medicine improperly stored. Medicine stored in cooler with food to be served to customers. Operator moved to approved location at time of inspection.
High priority/41-07-4/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation/Warning
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 operator education packet containing cleanup procedure.
Intermediate/11-27-4/Corrective Action Taken/Repeat Violation/Warning
Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Jen Chief Hwang 04-17-2024
Intermediate/53A-03-7/Warning
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Bathroom handwashing sink in disrepair, faucet clamped shut. Discussed with operator. Operator unclamped at time of inspection. Stool in front of kitchen hand sink, Discussed with operator. Operator moved at time of inspection. Back handwashing sink hot water knob unable to turn, discussed with operator on having someone out to repair.
Intermediate/31A-09-4/Corrective Action Taken/Repeat Violation/Warning
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Handwashing sink used to store cleaning supplies, discussed with operator. Operator moved at time of inspection.
Intermediate/31A-11-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Discussed with operator on obtaining test strips.
Intermediate/16-37-1/Warning
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products. No probe thermometer available upon request. Discussed with operator on obtaining probe thermometer.
Intermediate/05-08-4/Warning
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Temperature of all sink reading 82F ran all sinks approximately 4 minutes. Discussed with operator on maintaining water temperature of at least 85F
Intermediate/27-16-4/Warning
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee drink on reach in freezer, discussed with operator. Operator moved at time of inspection.
Basic/12B-07-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Equipment in poor repair. Gaskets on reach in cooler in kitchen Duct tape used to repair nonfood-contact surface. Duct tape used to repair reach in freezer in kitchen, discussed with operator. Duct tape used to repair reach in freezer near kitchen entrance. Middle reach in freezer non operational in kitchen.
Basic/14-11-5/Repeat Violation/Warning
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Provided operator education packet containing choking poster
Basic/51-13-4/Corrective Action Taken/Warning
Trash receptacles not provided where needed in establishment. No trash can near front hand sink, discussed with operator.
Basic/33-06-4/Warning
Mar 21, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 11 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

3 High priority2 Intermediate6 Basic
Show 11 findings ▾
Container of medicine improperly stored. Bottles of supplements in reach in cooler next to back door. Discussed with operator.
High priority/41-07-4
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed 2 live flies in back kitchen area.
High priority/35A-02-6
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Discussed with operator on how to renew license.
High priority/50-17-3
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 operator with education packet containing vomiting and diarrheal clean up procedures
Intermediate/11-27-4
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Handwashing sink blocked by stool. Discussed with operator.
Intermediate/31A-09-4
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.
Basic/51-11-4
Equipment in poor repair. Gaskets on reach in cooler in front kitchen area in disrepair.
Basic/14-11-5
Food stored on floor. Sugar stored on floor.discussed with operator.
Basic/08B-38-4
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Provided operator with education packet containing choking poster.
Basic/51-13-4
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Cabinets in kitchen soiled with debris. Gaskets on reach in coolers in front kitchen area.
Basic/23-03-4
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Leaky pipe in restroom. Discussed with operator.
Basic/29-11-4

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.