UPTOWN CREAMERY
14522 7 ST, Dade City FL 33523
Last inspected Oct 21, 2025 · 4 visits since August 2023
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3 inspections, climbing. The current grade is the best on record.
Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. Observed 8 rodent droppings in storage area off of dry storage hallway in rear of establishment. Operator cleaned and sanitized area.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Inspection history
4 visits, newest first
Oct 21, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Apr 9, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
1 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
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Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb to the left of the mop sink with a white hose attached.
Mar 26, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 4 violations recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Operator renewed at time of inspection.
Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. Observed 8 rodent droppings in storage area off of dry storage hallway in rear of establishment. Operator cleaned and sanitized area.
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb to the left of the mop sink with a white hose attached.
Multiple ceiling tiles missing in storage area off dry storage hallway.
Aug 16, 2023Administrative complaint recommendedComplaint Investigation
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 13 violations recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority5 Intermediate4 Basic
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Employee touched soiled surface and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Employee handled cash then put gloves on handled ice cream scoop and cup filled with ice cream to give to customer without washing hands
In-use utensil stored in unclean water at or above 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Ice cream scoops stored in water, temperature 113F
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Vanilla ice cream mix
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Vanilla ice cream mix 56F, ice cream mix 51F, no temperature monitoring
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. Operator states she has it in a folder at home
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification and no other certified food service manager employed at this location. Whitney Maxwell owner/manager
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No soap or paper towels at hand sink in dish area, paper towels and soap restocked
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.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Bike, and other personal items in storage area where refrigeration and dry goods are stored
Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
No waste receptacle installed at handwash sink provided with disposable towels. In dish area and front counter
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.