Charlie's Ice Cream
Last inspected: Apr 16, 2026
52
Score
Public records show eight inspections at Charlie's Ice Cream stretching back to 2022. Inspectors last stopped by on Apr 16, 2026. A high risk rating points to multiple serious findings at the most recent inspection.
Recent visits have flagged more than earlier ones: around eight violations per visit lately, up from roughly four violations before.
“In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control” comes up most often, recorded five times in the inspection record.
By comparison, the average Hialeah facility scores 76, putting Charlie's Ice Cream on the weaker side. Diners may want to weigh the inspection history when deciding to visit.
8
Inspections
1
Critical latest
2
Major latest
6
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 16, 2026
Complaint Full
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 9 violations
High Priority - Container of medicine improperly stored. Observed medicine stored on top of preparation table at kitchen area. **Repeat Violation**
41-07-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at front counter.
31B-02-4
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. Observed employee Roger Huls with no proof of employee health agreement. As per operator working for less than a month. I provide form and print form to operator and employee sign it during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
11-26-1
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed 2 employee water bottles stored on top of pineapple sundae topping containers on shelf next to walk in freezer. Employee discarded during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
12B-07-4
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed 1 employee engaged in food preparation with no hair restraint at front counter. **Repeat Violation**
13-03-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed ice cream containers stored on the floor at walk in freezer. Employee removed it and stored properly it during inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
08B-38-4
Basic - No copy of latest inspection report available.
51-18-6
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gaskets soiled inside mini reach in cooler next to service window at front counter. **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
Basic - In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed several scoops handle touching toppings inside containers next to service window at front counter. Employee removed and stored properly during inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
10-01-5
52
Dec 16, 2025
Complaint Full
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed all around preparation area. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-12-16: Still observed all around preparation area. **Time Extended**
36-37-5
95
Dec 15, 2025
Complaint Full
3 critical violations. 2 major violations. 9 minor violations.
View 14 violations
High Priority - Container of medicine improperly stored. Observed medicine stored on top of preparation table at kitchen area. **Warning**
41-07-4
High Priority - Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Observed 4 dented cans of butterscotch cone coating on shelf in next to walk in cooler and freezer at kitchen area. Also observed 3 dented cans of caramel fudge topping under preparation table at kitchen area. **Warning**
01B-01-4
High Priority - Live, small flying insects found Observed approximately 8 small flying insects flying around mop sink next to back door at kitchen area. **Warning**
35A-02-7
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed chlorine test strips expired 09/2022. **Warning**
16-37-1
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed 2 dirty container stored inside hand wash sink next to service window. Employee removed it during inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
31A-11-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed 2 wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitized solution. Employee stored properly during inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
21-12-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed cup with no handle stored inside sprinkles case at kitchen area. **Warning**
14-01-5
Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed all around preparation area. **Warning**
36-37-5
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee personal water bottle and iPad on top of preparation table at kitchen area. Employee removed it during inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
40-06-5
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed one employee engaged in food preparation with no hair restraints. **Warning**
13-03-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed assorted ice cream containers stored on the floor at walk in freezer. Employee stored properly during inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08B-38-4
Basic - In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed scoops inside toppings containers touching the food. Employee stored properly during inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
10-01-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gaskets soiled at mini reach in cooler and ice machine door at front counter. **Warning**
23-03-4
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed in front of mop sink at kitchen area. **Warning**
42-01-4
33
Sep 15, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed hand sink used as dump sinks with evidence of ice cream remnants. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-15: **Time Extended**
31A-11-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed at reach in freezer. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-15: **Time Extended**
14-69-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed in toppings containers at reach in cooler. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-15: **Time Extended**
10-01-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed interior of reach in freezer soiled with fallen ice cream scoops. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-15: **Time Extended**
22-16-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed clear bowls at walk up window not inverted. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-15: **Time Extended**
25-06-4
74
Jul 11, 2025
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed hand sink used as dump sinks with evidence of ice cream remnants. **Warning**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed employees Dalvis and Ronaldo hired more than 60 days with no proof of training available. **Warning**
53B-01-5
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed at reach in freezer. **Warning**
14-69-4
Basic - In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed in toppings containers at reach in cooler. **Warning**
10-01-5
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed interior of reach in freezer soiled with fallen ice cream scoops. **Warning**
22-16-4
Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed clear bowls at walk up window not inverted. **Warning**
25-06-4
67
Jul 1, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
82
Feb 6, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 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 form during inspection.
11-27-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed in Oreo cookies container in walk in cooler, employee removed during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
14-01-5
Basic - In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed in Oreo cookies,snickers and Twix topping containers, employee stored properly. **Corrected On-Site**
10-01-5
82
Dec 7, 2022
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 4 violations
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
29-42-4
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Arthritis Medication kitchen shelves.
41-10-4
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. **Repeat Violation**
16-37-1
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
21-12-4
64
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Charlie's Ice Cream last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Charlie's Ice Cream on file is from Apr 16, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Charlie's Ice Cream?
Across the inspection record, “in-use utensil in non-time/temperature control” has been cited five times, more than any other issue at Charlie's Ice Cream.
How does Charlie's Ice Cream compare to other restaurants in Hialeah?
Charlie's Ice Cream most recently scored 52 out of 100, which is lower than the Hialeah average of 76.
Has Charlie's Ice Cream's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Charlie's Ice Cream have averaged around eight violations per visit, up from roughly four earlier in the record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Charlie's Ice Cream 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 Charlie's Ice Cream inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Charlie's Ice Cream is inspected around two times per year on average.
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