Bruster's Real Ice Cream

901 North Sr 434, Altamonte Springs, FL 32714
Frozen Desserts
Last inspected: Sep 19, 2025
90
Score
Low Risk

Inspectors have visited Bruster's Real Ice Cream four times, with records going back to 2023. On Sep 19, 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 four violations to closer to two violations per visit.

Restaurants in Altamonte Springs average 76, so Bruster's Real Ice Cream is doing better than most peers. The record reflects steady performance over time.

4
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Sep 19, 2025
Routine - Food
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure
FL-25
90
Aug 22, 2024
Complaint Full
1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
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Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. **Corrected On-Site**
41-17-4
Basic - Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Missing light shield in back area
38-07-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Fan covers in walk in cooler and ceiling by fan cover have dust build up
23-03-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Ice cream freezer 1 , 2 and ice cream freezer in back has ice build up and food debris
22-16-4
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. **Corrected On-Site**
42-01-4
74
Apr 10, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
82
Apr 3, 2023
Routine - Food
3 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 5 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-provided written plan for operator.
11-27-4
Intermediate - 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.
11-26-1
Intermediate - 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.
53B-13-5
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. -personal food above food to be served to the public on shelf in walk-in cooler
40-06-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. -buckets of ice cream on floor in walk-in freezer.
08B-38-4
67

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Bruster's Real Ice Cream last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Bruster's Real Ice Cream on file is from Sep 19, 2025. The public record contains four inspections in total.

How does Bruster's Real Ice Cream compare to other restaurants in Altamonte Springs?

Bruster's Real Ice Cream most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is higher than the Altamonte Springs average of 76.

Has Bruster's Real Ice Cream's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Bruster's Real Ice Cream have averaged around two violations per visit, down from roughly four earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Bruster's Real 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 Bruster's Real Ice Cream inspected?

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