Cold Stone Creamery

35607 Us Hwy 19 N, Palm Harbor, FL 34684

Frozen Desserts

Last inspected: Feb 9, 2026

Score

Low Risk

Across the available record, Cold Stone Creamery has five inspections on file, the first dated 2022. The latest inspection on file is from Feb 9, 2026. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.

Violation counts have been trending down, averaging around three violations across recent inspections versus roughly eight violations before.

“Food stored on floor” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing two times across the record.

Restaurants in Palm Harbor average 74, so Cold Stone Creamery is doing better than most peers. The record reflects steady performance over time.

Inspections

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Major latest

Minor latest

Inspection History

Feb 9, 2026

Routine - Food

3 minor violations.

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Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Interior of microwave has food debris. - From follow-up inspection 2026-02-09: **Time Extended**

22-08-4

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Provided operator with form HR 5030-105 - From follow-up inspection 2026-02-09: **Time Extended**

51-13-4

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Old labels on clean containers on shelf in ware washing area. - From follow-up inspection 2026-02-09: **Time Extended**

16-46-4

Dec 8, 2025

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 11 minor violations.

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High Priority - Quaternary ammonium sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Measured at 0ppm. Re tested at 200ppm **Corrected On-Site**

22-43-4

Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Sponge stored on handwash sink on ice cream line. Operator moved sponge. **Corrected On-Site**

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.

53B-01-5

Intermediate - Water pressure lacking at fixtures that require the use of water. Sink in bathroom has improper pressure. Pressure is too low to properly rinse soap off hands.

27-17-4

Basic - Food stored on floor. Cakes stored on floor of walk in freezer. Operator moved cakes to shelf. **Corrected On-Site**

08B-38-4

Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Interior of microwave has food debris.

22-08-4

Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Provided operator with form HR 5030-105

51-13-4

Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Old labels on clean containers on shelf in ware washing area.

16-46-4

Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Wet wiping cloths stored on prep table in ware washing area. Operator moved cloths to proper area. **Corrected On-Site**

21-12-4

Basic - Wet wiping cloths used for occasional spills on equipment food- and nonfood-contact surfaces not clean. Soiled wet wiping cloths stored in use on prep table in back room. Operator disposed of cloths **Corrected On-Site**

21-09-4

Basic - Wiping cloth quaternary ammonium compound sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Measured at 0ppm operator corrected to 200ppm **Corrected On-Site**

21-08-4

Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee beverage on prep table over ready to eat food. Operator moved drink. **Corrected On-Site**

12B-07-4

Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee keys and wallet on prep table over ready to eat food. Operator moved items. **Corrected On-Site**

40-06-5

Basic - Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Employee wearing bracelets and ring. Operator removed jewelry. **Corrected On-Site**

13-07-4

Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floor in dry storage has accumulation of debris. **Repeat Violation**

36-73-4

Jul 11, 2024

Routine - Food

2 minor violations.

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Hands Clean and Properly Washed

FL-08

Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place

FL-36

Aug 4, 2023

Routine - Food

2 minor violations.

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Basic - Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Opened employee beverage on shelf of walk in cooler with food stored for restaurant

12B-13-4

Basic - Stored food not covered. Pink icing in walk in cooler not covered/protected

08B-12-5

Aug 29, 2022

Routine - Food

1 minor violation.

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Basic - Food stored on floor. 2 cases of chocolate chips stored on the floor of walk in freeze. Operator moved chips to the shelf **Corrected On-Site**

08B-38-4

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Cold Stone Creamery last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Cold Stone Creamery on file is from Feb 9, 2026. The public record contains five inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Cold Stone Creamery?

Across the inspection record, “food stored on floor” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Cold Stone Creamery.

How does Cold Stone Creamery compare to other restaurants in Palm Harbor?

Cold Stone Creamery most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is higher than the Palm Harbor average of 74.

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

Yes. Recent inspections at Cold Stone Creamery have averaged around three violations per visit, down from roughly eight earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

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

Based on the inspection history on file, Cold Stone Creamery is inspected roughly once per year on average.

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