ICE CREAM HEAVEN
17560 NW 27 AVE STE 112, Miami Gardens FL 33056
Last inspected Oct 21, 2025 · 5 visits since November 2023
This licence isn't in DBPR's current active file, which usually means the business has closed, been sold, or let the licence lapse. Everything below belongs to this licence, not to whoever may be trading here now. The history stays public because it is a public record.
3 inspections, swinging between A and C. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed License expired from 10/1/2024.
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Inspection history
5 visits, newest first
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 4 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed License expired from 10/1/2024.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Observed no manager certificate at the time of the inspection, as per employee manager name is Deshaun Higgs.
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed Sydney and Kenyah hired more that 60 days ago.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed ice cream scoop in standing water. Operator turned on dropper.
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Ceiling tile missing. In the back prep area.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed ice cream scoop in standing water by the front counter. Operator turned on water.
Observed ice buildup in reach-in freezer at the front counter.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 3 violations recorded.
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Handwash sink removed from food preparation/dishwashing area. Must be reinstalled in the same location where removed. Observed handwashing sink removed from the back prep area next to 3 compartment sink. On top of prep table there is a portable deep fryer with a spatula and tongs.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towel in the bathroom.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed ceiling tile missing in the back prep area.
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
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Handwash sink removed from food preparation/dishwashing area. Must be reinstalled in the same location where removed. Observed handwashing sink removed from the back prep area next to 3 compartment sink. On top of prep table there is a portable deep fryer with a spatula and tongs.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towel in the bathroom.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed ceiling tile missing in the back prep area.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 11 recorded, 1 high priority.
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed seating restaurant establishment operating with an expired license dated 10/01/2023.
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. Printed form and provided operator.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed portable fryer in the back kitchen soiled.
Handwash sink removed from food preparation/dishwashing area. Must be reinstalled in the same location where removed. Observed handwashing sink removed from the back prep area next to 3 compartment sink. On top of prep table there is a portable deep fryer with a spatula and tongs.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towel in the bathroom.
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 Gerald as a food employee, hired more than 60 Days with no employee training provided at time of inspection.
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. Printed forms for operator.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed ceiling tile missing in the back prep area.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice build up in the reach in freezer at the front counter.
No mop sink or curbed cleaning facility provided at establishment. Observed mop sink at kitchen area not connected to any plumbing, unable to use.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
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