Al's Ice Cream Shoppe

2357 S Tamiami Trail Unit 12, Venice, FL 34293

Frozen Desserts

Last inspected: Jul 21, 2025

Score

Low Risk

Across the available record, Al's Ice Cream Shoppe has four inspections on file, the first dated 2022. Al's Ice Cream Shoppe was last inspected on Jul 21, 2025. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.

Recent inspections have turned up roughly the same number of issues each time, hovering near two violations per visit.

Among Venice restaurants, the typical score is 79; Al's Ice Cream Shoppe is comfortably above that bar. The record reflects steady performance over time.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Jul 21, 2025

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.

View 2 violations

High Priority - Pesticide/insecticide labeled for household use only present in establishment. Observed Raid bug spray in crate on floor by 3 compartment sink.

41-05-4

Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Repeat 7-8-25 **Repeat Violation**

32-04-4

Jul 8, 2024

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 1 minor violation.

View 2 violations

Approved Thawing Methods Used

FL-31

Toxic Substances Properly Identified, Stored, Used

FL-32

Feb 6, 2024

Food-Licensing Inspection

No violations found.

100

Jul 27, 2022

Routine - Food

2 critical violations. 4 major violations. 2 minor violations.

View 8 violations

High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed chemical spray bottle over single service containers at shelf at front counter. Observed employee move bottles. **Corrected On-Site**

41-10-4

High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed operator renewed license online and viewed license conformation email. **Corrected On-Site**

50-17-2

Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked.

02C-02-5

Intermediate - Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of foodborne illnesses and symptoms of illness that would prevent an employee from working with food, clean equipment and utensils, and single-service items.

11-07-5

Intermediate - Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening.

02C-03-5

Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed

31A-11-4

Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in co-gender bathroom.

32-12-5

Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable above 3 compartment sink.

14-09-4

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Al's Ice Cream Shoppe last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Al's Ice Cream Shoppe on file is from Jul 21, 2025. The public record contains four inspections in total.

How does Al's Ice Cream Shoppe compare to other restaurants in Venice?

Al's Ice Cream Shoppe most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is higher than the Venice average of 79.

Has Al's Ice Cream Shoppe's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Al's Ice Cream Shoppe have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Al's Ice Cream Shoppe 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 Al's Ice Cream Shoppe inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Al's Ice Cream Shoppe is inspected roughly once per year on average.

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