WHIP N DIP ICE CREAM SHOP
1407 SUNSET DR, Coral Gables FL 33143 · (305)665-2565
Last inspected Aug 6, 2026 · 6 visits since September 2023
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4 inspections, swinging between C and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Live, small flying insects found. Observed 5 live flies on cases of ice cream cones and to go bags in kitchen area outside of walk in.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Inspection history
6 visits, newest first
Aug 6, 2026Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 12 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority1 Intermediate9 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 12 findingsThe state's own report →
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed reach in with ambient temp if 51F; the following TCS foods stored inside: whole milk (46F - Cold Holding); whipped cream (46F - Cold Holding), as per operator, since prior day.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed reach in with ambient temp if 51F; the following TCS foods stored inside: whole milk (46F - Cold Holding); whipped cream (46F - Cold Holding), as per operator, since prior day.
Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed on dry food and dish racks.
Ceiling tile missing. Observed above restroom.
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Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed dust accumulation.
Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired. Observed reach in with ambient temp if 51F; the following TCS foods stored inside: whole milk (46F - Cold Holding); whipped cream (46F - Cold Holding), as per operator, since prior day.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed at back door.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed in multiple freezers and cooler.
Label on a food item prepared and packaged onsite for customer self-service does not include product identity/description, date product was packaged and name and address of the establishment that prepared and packaged the food. Observed ice cream sandwiches and cakes missing required information.
Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Aug 4, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 13 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority1 Intermediate9 Basic
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Live, small flying insects found. Observed 5 live flies on cases of ice cream cones and to go bags in kitchen area outside of walk in.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed reach in with ambient temp if 51F; the following TCS foods stored inside: whole milk (46F - Cold Holding); whipped cream (46F - Cold Holding), as per operator, since prior day.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed reach in with ambient temp if 51F; the following TCS foods stored inside: whole milk (46F - Cold Holding); whipped cream (46F - Cold Holding), as per operator, since prior day.
Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed on dry food and dish racks.
Ceiling tile missing. Observed above restroom.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed dust accumulation.
Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired. Observed reach in with ambient temp if 51F; the following TCS foods stored inside: whole milk (46F - Cold Holding); whipped cream (46F - Cold Holding), as per operator, since prior day.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed at back door.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed in multiple freezers and cooler.
Label on a food item prepared and packaged onsite for customer self-service does not include product identity/description, date product was packaged and name and address of the establishment that prepared and packaged the food. Observed ice cream sandwiches and cakes missing required information.
Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Sep 17, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
1 High priority0 Intermediate8 Basic
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Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Observed no breaker.
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors.
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. Observed no cover for trash.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Observed current license not displayed.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer.
Label on a food item prepared and packaged onsite for customer self-service does not include product identity/description, date product was packaged and name and address of the establishment that prepared and packaged the food. Observed at front counter sundae cups and ice cream sandwiches missing the proper labeling info; address, date and description.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed on cake pans in back of restaurant.
Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed in walk in cooler.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed in both walk in cooler and freezer.
Jul 15, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 26 recorded, 5 high priority.
5 High priority4 Intermediate17 Basic
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Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Observed can of soda at front counter bulging and dented.
Displayed food not properly protected from contamination. Observed cakes in reach in freezer for customer with no container or cover.
Employee began working with food, handling clean equipment or utensils, or touching unwrapped single-service items without first washing hands. Observed employee come in, no handwashing before serving ice cream.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed expired license; 10-24.
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Observed no breaker.
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. Observed no agreement or training for Fatima or Hellen. Inspector provided form via email.
Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed no training for Fatima and Hellen; more than 60 days.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cookie not date marked at front counter.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed on prep table 2 bottles with no label.
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors.
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed on rack in back of kitchen; cake pans not inverted.
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. Observed no cover for trash.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Observed current license not displayed.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed phone on prep table in back next to oven. Observed water cup on prep table next to oven.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed cracked/ broken tiles at front counter.
Food stored on floor. Observed ice cream cones stored on floor of kitchen.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed microwave interior soiled.
Label on a food item prepared and packaged onsite for customer self-service does not include product identity/description, date product was packaged and name and address of the establishment that prepared and packaged the food. Observed at front counter sundae cups and ice cream sandwiches missing the proper labeling info; address, date and description.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Observed no choking poster; inspector provided via email.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed tops of equipment soiled. Observed syrups flavor shelves soiled.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed on cake pans in back of restaurant.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed box of plastic spoons stored on floor in closet.
Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed in walk in cooler.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed in both walk in cooler and freezer.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed on prep table.
Jul 22, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 13 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority3 Intermediate8 Basic
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Food placed in soiled container/equipment. Observed lid containers for Oreo crushed and crunch soiled.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license since October 1, 2023. Operator paid the license. Confirmation number 247-054-973.
No quaternary chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels. At bathroom. Operator provided a paper towel.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed a spray bottle with cleaner not labeled at preparation table.
Bathroom door left open other than during cleaning or maintenance.
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors.
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed some containers for cakes not stored inverted at shelves next to bathroom.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed an open can of boot beer at preparation table. Employee discarded the can.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris under ice machine.
Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. At walk in cooler.
One Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation, serving ice cream.
Sep 1, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 13 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority4 Intermediate8 Basic
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Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed sanitizer bucket next to single service articles at preparation table. Sanitation bucket was moved to a shelf under preparation table.
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.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener soiled.
No chlorine chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
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.
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors.
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed an employee serving ice cream without hair restraint.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed standing water on floor in the walk in cooler by the entrance door to the walk in freezer.
Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. At walk in freezer.
Ice buildup in walk-in cooler under the refrigeration system.
Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed unsealed concrete floor in walk-in cooler by the entrance door to walk in freezer door.
Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Observed Sanitizer Bucket (Chlorine 0 ppm). Operator changed the solution. Final concentration 50 ppm.
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.