LA MICHOACANA ICE CREAM INC
209 W ALEXANDER ST, Plant City FL 33563 · 813-659-1100
Last inspected Mar 16, 2026 · 8 visits since August 2023
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— STEADY
5 inspections within 28 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Expired 2-1-2024. Manager renewed license
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
1 case · $160
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2024054723 | Jul 24, 2024 | Oct 31, 2024 | $160 |
Inspection history
8 visits, newest first
Mar 16, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 6 findingsThe state's own report →
Food service manager not certified within 30 days of employment. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Manager Vidaiseo Caztizo hired 3 years ago.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Employee dumped ice cream scoop water in hand sink by front counter.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed acoustic unsealed ceiling tiles in front counter, service area, and back kitchen and ware washing area
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Front doors to establishment has approximately a.25 inch gap where stripping is missing
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Ice buildup in walk-in freezer around condenser and door frame
Observed 2 Employees with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
Mar 12, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 7 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Front fruit counter: cut cantaloupe (45F - Cold Holding); cut watermelon (44F - Cold Holding); diced tomatoes (44F - Cold Holding); cojita cheese (44F - Cold Holding); (44F)
Food service manager not certified within 30 days of employment. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Manager Vidaiseo Caztizo hired 3 years ago.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Employee dumped ice cream scoop water in hand sink by front counter.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed acoustic unsealed ceiling tiles in front counter, service area, and back kitchen and ware washing area
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Front doors to establishment has approximately a.25 inch gap where stripping is missing
Ice buildup in walk-in freezer around condenser and door frame
Observed 2 Employees with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
Sep 30, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Ahmed Abdelhalim certificate expired on 7-10-2025
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed acoustic ceiling tiles in front of counter and back kitchen
Ice buildup in walk-in freezer. Around door frame and condenser
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Ice cream scoops in standing water at 90f.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. By hand sink at three compartment sink
May 6, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Hand sink by back door fell off of wall and was setting at a 45 degree angle, to where employees are unable to use hand sink properly. Employee got sink propped up and is now functional
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed acoustic ceiling tiles in front and back prep area
Ice buildup in walk-in freezer around door frame
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice.
Mar 13, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed containers in front hand sink. Employees removed
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed acoustic ceiling tiles in back and front prep areas
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee drinks on prep tables in back production area
Equipment in poor repair. Dipper-wells broken by front counter. Employees are washing scoops after every use in meantime
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Bin of dextrose not labeled
Jul 24, 2024Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedComplaint Investigation (Partial)
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 9 violations recorded.
0 High priority3 Intermediate6 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.
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.
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit shut off at employee handwash sink.
Accumulation of black and pink mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed acoustic ceiling tiles in front counter area
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice.
In-use ice cream scoops stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. At 74f
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed mold like substance on exterior of walk in coolers
Plumbing system in disrepair. Observed both dipper wells broken
May 22, 2024Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation (Partial)
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 14 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority4 Intermediate9 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Expired 2-1-2024. Manager renewed license
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.
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 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.
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit shut off at employee handwash sink.
Accumulation of black and pink mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed acoustic ceiling tiles in front counter area
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed cracked wooden bowls in prep area
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Front doors have half inch gap.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice.
In-use ice cream scoops stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. At 74f
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed mold like substance on exterior of walk in coolers
Plumbing system in disrepair. Observed both dipper wells broken
Aug 7, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Metal pan in sink next to ice machine
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
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.