Carvel Store #2455
Last inspected: Oct 9, 2025
74
Score
Across the available record, Carvel Store #2455 has five inspections on file, the first dated 2022. The latest inspection on file is from Oct 9, 2025. Medium risk typically reflects a handful of issues that inspectors wrote up but didn't deem critical.
Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around five violations each.
The most common issue across all inspections has been “ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer”, showing up three times.
The city-wide average is 74, putting Carvel Store #2455 squarely in typical territory. On the whole, the file is mixed but not concerning.
5
Inspections
0
Critical latest
1
Major latest
4
Minor latest
Inspection History
Oct 9, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
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Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed wiping cloth in handwashing sink at front counter.
31A-11-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed reach in cooler at front counter soiled with food debris.
22-16-4
Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed throughout warewashing, prep area not smooth and easily cleaned.
36-37-5
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed cutting board at front counter grooved with deep marks.
14-09-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup at both chest freezers located near three compartment sink.
14-69-4
74
Jan 3, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 3 major violations. 2 minor violations.
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High Priority - Pesticide/insecticide labeled for household use only present in establishment. Observed insecticide with household use only label stored in back by mop sink.
41-05-4
High Priority - Container of medicine improperly stored. Observed pain relief and vitamins stored on counter next to milkshake machine at front counter.
41-07-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed cup stored inside hand sink at front counter.
31A-11-4
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no chemical test kit for quaternary.
16-37-1
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. Observed employee Leanda hired less than one week ago.
11-26-1
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed interior of microwave soiled next to walk in cooler.
22-08-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup inside reach in freezer next to hand sink at front counter and at display reach in freezers.
14-69-4
50
Oct 27, 2023
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener soiled with food debris. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-27: Observed can opener soiled with food debris. **Time Extended**
22-02-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed ceiling tiles in disrepair near walk-in cooler. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-27: Observed ceiling tiles in disrepair near walk-in cooler. **Time Extended**
36-32-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-27: Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Coached operator on hair restraint. **Time Extended** **Corrective Action Taken**
13-03-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in freezer by water heater in disrepair. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-27: Observed reach in freezer by water heater in disrepair. **Time Extended**
14-11-5
78
Aug 17, 2023
Routine - Food
4 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated
FL-13
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Plumbing Maintained; Sewage Disposal
FL-51
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
52
Jul 26, 2022
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 12 minor violations.
View 13 violations
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed hand washing sink blocked by boxes next to back door. Manager moved boxes to make hand washing sink available. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed an air gap through the side of back exit door. **Repeat Violation**
35B-01-4
Basic - Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Observed coke cans stored on floor of walk in cooler.
08B-47-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed case of Oreos stored on floor in storage area.
08B-38-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice build up in reach in freezer by ice cream maker. **Repeat Violation**
14-69-4
Basic - Light shield damaged/in disrepair. Observed a light shield missing and one in disrepair at back of the house.
38-01-4
Basic - Open dumpster lid. **Repeat Violation**
33-16-4
Basic - Silverware/utensils stored upright with the food-contact surface up. Observed a scoop stored inside chocolate chips with handle in contact with food. Manager placed the handle up right not in contact with food.
24-18-4
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed single service cups and a case of lids stored on the floor next to exit door. **Repeat Violation**
25-05-4
Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
14-17-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall by mop sink soiled .
36-27-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Throughout the kitchen area.
36-34-5
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed operator engaging in food preparation without a hair net.
13-03-4
50
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Carvel Store #2455 last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Carvel Store #2455 on file is from Oct 9, 2025. The public record contains five inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Carvel Store #2455?
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 Carvel Store #2455.
How does Carvel Store #2455 compare to other restaurants in Miami?
Carvel Store #2455 most recently scored 74 out of 100, which is about the same as the Miami average of 74.
Has Carvel Store #2455's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Carvel Store #2455 have averaged around five violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Carvel Store #2455 means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.
How often is Carvel Store #2455 inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Carvel Store #2455 is inspected around two times per year on average.
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