Cold Stone Creamery

3810 W Neptune St Ste B6, Tampa, FL 33629
Frozen Desserts
Last inspected: Oct 13, 2025
90
Score
Low Risk

Public records show six inspections at Cold Stone Creamery stretching back to 2022. The newest entry in the record is dated Oct 13, 2025. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.

There hasn't been much movement either way: counts have stayed near two violations per visit across recent inspections.

When inspectors have written things up, “ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer” has been the most frequent reason, cited two times.

Compared to the broader Tampa restaurant scene, where the average is 79, this is a stronger showing. The record reflects steady performance over time.

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Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Oct 13, 2025
Routine - Food
2 minor violations.
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Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Ice buildup up in walk-in freezer and counter top freezer located behind service line. **Repeat Violation**
14-69-4
Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. No covered receptacle in unisex restroom.
32-12-6
90
Sep 17, 2024
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
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Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Ice buildup inside counter top freezer on front line.
14-69-4
95
Mar 21, 2024
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
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Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
95
Oct 13, 2023
Routine - Food
2 major violations.
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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. Gave operator physical copy of bodily fluid clean up sign. **Corrective Action Taken**
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. Gave operator physical copy of employee reporting agreement.
11-26-1
82
Apr 11, 2023
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
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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. Employee has no proof of food handlers certification. **Warning**
53B-01-5
Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Rust buildup on walk in cooler shelves. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
14-17-4
86
Jul 12, 2022
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
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Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Shelves next 3 compartment sink have rust buildup. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-07-12: **Time Extended**
14-33-4
95

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Cold Stone Creamery last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Cold Stone Creamery on file is from Oct 13, 2025. The public record contains six inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Cold Stone Creamery?

Across the inspection record, “ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Cold Stone Creamery.

How does Cold Stone Creamery compare to other restaurants in Tampa?

Cold Stone Creamery most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is higher than the Tampa average of 79.

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

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Cold Stone Creamery have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent 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 around two times per year on average.