Ben and Jerry's Nocatee

295 Pine Lak Ste C101, Ponte Vedra, FL 32081-5188

Frozen Desserts

Last inspected: Feb 12, 2026

Score

High Risk

Inspectors have visited Ben and Jerry's Nocatee four times, with records going back to 2023. The latest inspection on file is from Feb 12, 2026. A high risk tier suggests the facility had a rough recent inspection, with multiple violations on record.

Things have been moving the wrong way, with the rolling count rising from around three violations to closer to six violations per visit.

The most common issue across all inspections has been “ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer”, showing up three times.

Ben and Jerry's Nocatee's latest score of 52 falls below the Ponte Vedra average of 70. Taken together, the history suggests a facility that has struggled with consistency.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Feb 12, 2026

Routine - Food

2 critical violations. 3 major violations. 1 minor violation.

View 6 violations

High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. milk (46F - Cold Holding); heavy cream (46F - Cold Holding) in reach in cooler at end of counter across from front counter, per employee they have not done any preparation to items nor has the doors been consistently open and do not know why the temperature is above 41F.

01B-02-5

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. milk (46F - Cold Holding); heavy cream (46F - Cold Holding) in reach in cooler at end of counter across from front counter, per employee they have not done any preparation to items nor has the doors been consistently open and do not know why the temperature is above 41F.

03A-02-5

Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Per records their are 3 food handlers that have been working on site since March and May of 2025

53B-02-5

Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. At hand wash station at front counter.

31B-03-4

Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. At hand wash station by triple sink. **Repeat Violation**

31B-02-4

Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. In walk in freezer. **Repeat Violation**

14-69-4

Jun 11, 2025

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.

View 4 violations

High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Missing from hose side of splitter at mop sink. Missing from splitters at dump sink across from front counter.

29-34-4

Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. At hand wash station by triple sink. Also hand dryer in bathroom does not work.

31B-02-4

Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. In walk in freezer. In both reach in freezer at front counter.

14-69-4

Basic - Food stored on floor. Boxes of ice cream in walk in freezer.

08B-38-4

Mar 20, 2024

Routine - Food

2 minor violations.

View 2 violations

Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels

FL-14

Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place

FL-36

Feb 23, 2023

Routine - Food

2 major violations. 7 minor violations.

View 9 violations

Intermediate - 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. No bodily fluid clean up kit or written procedures available. Inspector provided written procedures. **Corrective Action Taken**

11-27-4

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Waffle cone reach in cooler at entrance to the front counter line has mold like substance spots on the door gasket.

22-02-4

Basic - No copy of latest inspection report available. No copy of the last inspection available. **Repeat Violation**

51-18-6

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Build up of food debris on the exterior of the crunchies container on the bottom shelf of the front prep table.

23-03-4

Basic - 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. In the front grab and go cooler, "Fresh Packed" ice cream missing date and address of establishment.

02D-03-4

Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Plastic containers stored on shelf over three compartment sink not stored inverted or covered.

24-05-4

Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. No covered receptacle available in unisex restroom.

32-12-5

Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. In the walk in freezer, build up of ice on product and floor underneath the compressor. **Repeat Violation**

14-69-4

Basic - In-use utensil used with moist food stored in running water with insufficient velocity to flush food particles away. Dipper well at front service line not turned on at time of inspection.

10-03-4

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Ben and Jerry's Nocatee last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Ben and Jerry's Nocatee on file is from Feb 12, 2026. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Ben and Jerry's Nocatee?

Across the inspection record, “ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Ben and Jerry's Nocatee.

How does Ben and Jerry's Nocatee compare to other restaurants in Ponte Vedra?

Ben and Jerry's Nocatee most recently scored 52 out of 100, which is lower than the Ponte Vedra average of 70.

Has Ben and Jerry's Nocatee's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Ben and Jerry's Nocatee have averaged around six violations per visit, up from roughly three earlier in the record.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at Ben and Jerry's Nocatee means the most recent inspection flagged either critical violations or a substantial number of smaller ones. Diners may want to read the violation details before deciding to visit.

How often is Ben and Jerry's Nocatee inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Ben and Jerry's Nocatee is inspected roughly once per year on average.

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