PINECRAFT ICE CREAM 2
935 N BENEVA RD STE 413, Sarasota FL 34232 · 9412281595
Last inspected Sep 17, 2025 · 7 visits since October 2023
5 inspections within 17 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
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Inspection history
7 visits, newest first
Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 3 recorded, 1 high priority.
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Observed: Establishment operating without a license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Operator must obtain a public food service license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants within 60 days. Submit a license application and payment to DBPR/Bureau of Central Intake Unit, 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-0783. To apply online or obtain an application for license visit https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/ Operator purchased the property from the previous owner and has been operating out of it currently. The operator stated that their accountant has been in contact with the division and they are in the process of applying for a change of ownership. Priority: High Priority
Observed: Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Operator states that they have there certification at their other location. Priority: Intermediate
Observed: Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. Observed the back door not self closing. Priority: Basic
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 2 violations recorded.
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Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Observed no proof of a certified food manager.
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 no proof of employee training.
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 4 recorded.
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Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Observed no proof of a certified food manager.
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 no proof of employee training.
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Observed the bathroom doors not self closing.
Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. Observed the back door not self closing.
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed ice scoops in standing water. Operator turned in water.
Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. Observed exit door not self closing. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
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.