Dippin' Dots Ice Cream / Doc Popcorn

27001 Us Hwy 19 N Ste 9070, Clearwater, FL 33761
Frozen Desserts
Last inspected: Apr 7, 2026
74
Score
Medium Risk

Dippin' Dots Ice Cream / Doc Popcorn has a thin inspection record, with only two visits on file so far. The most recent visit was on Apr 7, 2026. A medium risk score generally means inspectors found things to fix, though most weren't urgent.

Violation counts have ticked up lately, averaging around three violations per visit versus roughly zero violations earlier in the record.

The city-wide average sits at 79, which Dippin' Dots Ice Cream / Doc Popcorn's 74 doesn't quite reach. Taken together, the history looks like that of a busy facility working through the usual inspection cycle.

2
Inspections
1
Critical latest
1
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 7, 2026
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Kettle cleaner stored next to clean utensils. Operator relocated the cleaner during inspection **Corrected On-Site**
41-10-4
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
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Seasonings for popcorn not labeled. Operator labeled during inspection **Corrected On-Site**
02D-01-5
74
Jun 5, 2025
Food-Licensing Inspection
No violations found.
100

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Dippin' Dots Ice Cream / Doc Popcorn last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Dippin' Dots Ice Cream / Doc Popcorn on file is from Apr 7, 2026. The public record contains two inspections in total.

How does Dippin' Dots Ice Cream / Doc Popcorn compare to other restaurants in Clearwater?

Dippin' Dots Ice Cream / Doc Popcorn most recently scored 74 out of 100, which is lower than the Clearwater average of 79.

Has Dippin' Dots Ice Cream / Doc Popcorn's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Dippin' Dots Ice Cream / Doc Popcorn have averaged around three violations per visit, up from roughly zero earlier in the record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Dippin' Dots Ice Cream / Doc Popcorn means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.