Cold Stone Creamery

2311 Santa Barbara Blvd #109, Cape Coral, FL 33991

Frozen Desserts

Last inspected: Mar 24, 2026

Score

High Risk

The health department has logged seven inspections at Cold Stone Creamery, the earliest from 2022. Inspectors last stopped by on Mar 24, 2026. High risk indicates the latest inspection turned up problems worth knowing about.

The trend has not been favorable: recent inspections average around six violations each, up from closer to two violations before.

Across the inspection history, “no proof provided that food employees are informed” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded three times.

That's lower than the typical Cape Coral restaurant, which scores around 77. Diners may want to scan the inspection details before deciding to visit.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Mar 24, 2026

Routine - Food

2 critical violations. 3 major violations. 3 minor violations.

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High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed milk (49F - Cold Holding); almond silk milk (48F - Hot Holding) in reach-in cooler behind front counter. The operator discarded the milk and almond silk milk. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**

03A-02-5

High Priority - Pesticide/insecticide labeled for household use only present in establishment. Observed a bottle of household chemicals Raid on chemical rack in kitchen. The operator removed the can of raid from storage rack. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**

41-05-4

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. Printed out DBPR Form 5030-104 Operator placed form on wall. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**

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. Printed out DBPR Form HR 5030- 103 for operator. The operator filled out form during inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**

11-26-1

Intermediate - Records/documents for required employee training do not contain all of the required information. **Warning**

53B-10-4

Basic - Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired. Observed reach-in cooler behind front counter ambient temperature 49F. **Warning**

14-74-7

Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**

32-12-6

Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed bottles of water on floor in kitchen. The bottles of water was removed from floor in kitchen. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**

08B-38-4

Aug 14, 2025

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 5 minor violations.

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High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed milk (47F - Cold Holding) in reach-in cooler behind front counter. The operator moved the milk to walk-in cooler. **Corrective Action Taken**

03A-02-5

14-74-7

Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. **Repeat Violation**

32-12-6

Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice inside reach-in cooler. The operator removed the scooper from ice. **Corrected On-Site**

10-08-5

Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees behind front counter.

31B-04-4

Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair in dining area.

36-32-5

Aug 5, 2024

Routine - Food

2 major violations. 2 minor violations.

View 4 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. Printed out DBPR Forms HR 5030-104 Clean Up of Vomiting and Diarrheal Events for Manager. The operator posted form on wall during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**

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. Printed out DBPR Form HR 5030-103. The operator filled out form during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**

11-26-1

Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. The ice scoop was removed from ice tray. **Corrected On-Site**

10-08-5

Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in unisex bathroom.

32-12-5

Jan 12, 2024

Food-Licensing Inspection

No violations found.

100

Oct 18, 2023

Routine - Food

3 major violations. 1 minor violation.

View 4 violations

Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at hand washing behind front counter. The operator replaced paper towel dispenser during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**

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. Emailed manager DBPR Form HR 5030-103. The owner will assure all personnel read, sign and maintain in files. **Corrective Action Taken**

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 - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.

32-12-5

May 31, 2023

Routine - Food

3 major violations.

View 3 violations

Food Obtained from Approved Sources

FL-11

Approved Thawing Methods Used

FL-31

Toilet Rooms Maintained

FL-53

Jul 12, 2022

Routine - Food

2 minor violations.

View 2 violations

Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.

32-12-5

Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice in reach-in cooler. **Corrected On-Site**

10-08-5

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Cold Stone Creamery last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Cold Stone Creamery on file is from Mar 24, 2026. The public record contains seven inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Cold Stone Creamery?

Across the inspection record, “no proof provided that food employees are informed” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Cold Stone Creamery.

How does Cold Stone Creamery compare to other restaurants in Cape Coral?

Cold Stone Creamery most recently scored 47 out of 100, which is lower than the Cape Coral average of 77.

Has Cold Stone Creamery's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Cold Stone Creamery have averaged around six violations per visit, up from roughly two earlier in the record.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at Cold Stone Creamery 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 Cold Stone Creamery inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Cold Stone Creamery is inspected around two times per year on average.

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