Dockside Sweet Shop

300 Nw Suncoast Blvd, Crystal River, FL 34428

Frozen Desserts

Last inspected: Mar 10, 2026

100

Score

Low Risk

Going back to 2022, Dockside Sweet Shop has six inspections in the public record. The most recent visit was on Mar 10, 2026. When a facility lands in the low risk tier, it usually means nothing alarming showed up at the most recent visit.

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

Dockside Sweet Shop's latest score of 100 sits above the Crystal River average of 90. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Mar 10, 2026

Routine - Food

No violations found.

100

Feb 26, 2026

Routine - Food

1 minor violation.

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Basic - Building components, attachments or fixtures in poor repair. Patio with broken floor boards leading to water and boats not fully sectioned off attached to outdoor seating area. Discussed in depth with operator. **Warning**

36-51-4

Nov 6, 2024

Routine - Food

No violations found.

100

Sep 3, 2024

Routine - Food

2 major violations.

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Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products. **Warning**

05-08-4

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. **Warning**

53B-01-5

Aug 22, 2023

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 3 minor violations.

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Food Obtained from Approved Sources

FL-11

Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place

FL-36

Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels

FL-14

Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized

FL-22

Aug 8, 2022

Routine - Food

1 minor violation.

View 1 violation

Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Ice pops reach in cooler.

05-09-4

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Dockside Sweet Shop last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Dockside Sweet Shop on file is from Mar 10, 2026. The public record contains six inspections in total.

How does Dockside Sweet Shop compare to other restaurants in Crystal River?

Dockside Sweet Shop most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Crystal River average of 90.

Has Dockside Sweet Shop's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Dockside Sweet Shop have averaged around zero violations per visit, down from roughly two earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Dockside Sweet Shop 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 Dockside Sweet Shop inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Dockside Sweet Shop is inspected around two times per year on average.

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