Abel's Ice Cream

1886 Stickney Point Rd, Sarasota, FL 34231
Frozen Desserts
Last inspected: Aug 14, 2025
95
Score
Low Risk

Across the available record, Abel's Ice Cream has four inspections on file, the first dated 2023. On Aug 14, 2025, the health department conducted the most recent visit. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.

Things have been moving in the right direction, with the rolling count dropping from around five violations to closer to one violation per visit.

The city-wide average for Sarasota sits at 81, putting Abel's Ice Cream on the better side of that line. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.

4
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Aug 14, 2025
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Basic - In-use utensil used with moist food stored in running water with insufficient velocity to flush food particles away. The operator increased the water flow for the dipper well. **Corrected On-Site**
10-03-4
95
Jul 19, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
52
Aug 24, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
74
Jan 10, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
70

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Abel's Ice Cream last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Abel's Ice Cream on file is from Aug 14, 2025. The public record contains four inspections in total.

How does Abel's Ice Cream compare to other restaurants in Sarasota?

Abel's Ice Cream most recently scored 95 out of 100, which is higher than the Sarasota average of 81.

Has Abel's Ice Cream's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Abel's Ice Cream have averaged around one violation per visit, down from roughly five earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Abel's Ice Cream means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.

How often is Abel's Ice Cream inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Abel's Ice Cream is inspected around two times per year on average.