LA DOLCE VITA GELATO & PASTRY LLC
6146 SW HWY 200, Ocala FL 34476 · 352-857-8080
Last inspected Sep 17, 2025 · 4 visits since December 2023
3 inspections within 11 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Cheesecake 47-48F. In reach in cooler at front counter.
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Inspection history
4 visits, newest first
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 4 recorded.
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Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Bag on sink in ware wash area. Removed during this inspection.
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. One certificate provided is expired. Operator is in process of completing training.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Sink at front counter.
Pet dog permitted in outdoor dining area without local ordinance allowing pet dogs in outdoor dining areas. Dog eating gelato on patio outside. Also, dog came in with customer and jumped on gelato case multiple times.
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 2 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Cheesecake 47F-49F in refrigeration case at front counter. Operator decreased temperature in unit.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Interior of oven soiled with food debris. Interior of reach in freezer soiled with food debris.
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Cheesecake 47-48F. In reach in cooler at front counter.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Interior of reach in cooler soiled with food debris.
Food stored on floor. Case of cannoli shells on floor under prep table.
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.