Dippin Dots Ice Cream

3800 Us 98 N, Lakeland, FL 33809
Frozen Desserts
Last inspected: Aug 19, 2025
95
Score
Low Risk

The health department has logged four inspections at Dippin Dots Ice Cream, the earliest from 2022. The most recent report on file is from Aug 19, 2025. When a facility lands in the low risk tier, it usually means nothing alarming showed up at the most recent visit.

Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with counts hovering near one violation per visit.

Restaurants in Lakeland average 86, so Dippin Dots Ice Cream is doing better than most peers. The record reflects steady performance over time.

4
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Aug 19, 2025
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
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Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed behind chest opposite end of cashier.
36-73-4
95
Oct 29, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation.
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Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Employee provided paper towels. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
90
Oct 5, 2023
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
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Basic - Portable water tank not enclosed or sloped to drain properly. Water tank hose crimped. Operator fixed hose during inspection **Corrected On-Site**
29-01-4
95
Aug 10, 2022
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
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Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed debris in sinks.
23-03-4
95

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Dippin Dots Ice Cream last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Dippin Dots Ice Cream on file is from Aug 19, 2025. The public record contains four inspections in total.

How does Dippin Dots Ice Cream compare to other restaurants in Lakeland?

Dippin Dots Ice Cream most recently scored 95 out of 100, which is higher than the Lakeland average of 86.

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

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Dippin Dots Ice Cream have averaged around one violation per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Dippin Dots Ice Cream 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 Dippin Dots Ice Cream inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Dippin Dots Ice Cream is inspected roughly once per year on average.