Haagen Dazs Sunset

5800 Sunset Dr, South Miami, FL 33143
Frozen Desserts
Last inspected: Sep 23, 2025
29
Score
High Risk

Haagen Dazs Sunset appears in inspection records nine times, starting in 2022. The most recent report on file is from Sep 23, 2025. A high risk tier suggests the facility had a rough recent inspection, with multiple violations on record.

Recent visits have flagged more than earlier ones: around 12 violations per visit lately, up from roughly 10 violations before.

Across the inspection history, “handwash sink not accessible for employee use” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded four times.

The city-wide average sits at 63, which Haagen Dazs Sunset's 29 doesn't quite reach. Diners may want to scan the inspection details before deciding to visit.

9
Inspections
1
Critical latest
8
Major latest
6
Minor latest
Inspection History
Sep 23, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 8 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 15 violations
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Observed splitter; no breaker. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-23: **Time Extended**
29-42-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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. Observed no form or kit on site. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-23: **Time Extended**
11-27-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled shelves on dry food rack. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-23: **Time Extended**
22-02-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed chlorine sanitizer; no test strips provided. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-23: **Time Extended**
16-37-1
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed in kitchen. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-23: **Time Extended**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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. Observed no proof of any training for any employees. Employee on duty: Vale. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-23: Observed no certificates for any employees on site. **Admin Complaint**
53B-01-5
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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. Observed no training or agreement for any employees. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-23: Observed no training or form filled by operator for any/all employees. **Time Extended**
11-26-1
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed on dry dish rack. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-23: **Time Extended**
22-31-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Soap dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense soap. Observed in kitchen. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-23: **Time Extended**
31B-06-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed air vents with dust accumulation. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-23: **Time Extended**
36-34-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed employee preparing with bracelets on. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-23: **Time Extended**
13-07-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Observed no poster on site; inspector provided via email. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-23: **Time Extended**
51-13-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - No copy of latest inspection report available. Observed last inspection not available. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-23: **Time Extended**
51-18-6
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed at reach in cooler soiled gaskets. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-23: **Time Extended**
23-03-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed mop not in use; stored on floor. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-23: **Time Extended**
42-01-4
29
Jul 21, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 8 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 16 violations
High Priority - Employee began working with food, handling clean equipment or utensils, or touching unwrapped single-service items without first washing hands. Observed employee begin work with no handwashing. **Warning**
12A-16-4
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Observed splitter; no breaker. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
29-42-4
Intermediate - Soap dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense soap. Observed in kitchen. **Warning**
31B-06-4
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. Observed no form or kit on site. **Warning**
11-27-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled shelves on dry food rack. **Warning**
22-02-4
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed chlorine sanitizer; no test strips provided. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
16-37-1
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed in kitchen. **Warning**
31B-02-4
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. Observed no proof of any training for any employees. Employee on duty: Vale. **Warning**
53B-01-5
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. Observed no training or agreement for any employees. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
11-26-1
Intermediate - Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed on dry dish rack. **Warning**
22-31-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed air vents with dust accumulation. **Warning**
36-34-5
Basic - Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed employee preparing with bracelets on. **Warning**
13-07-4
Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Observed no poster on site; inspector provided via email. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
51-13-4
Basic - No copy of latest inspection report available. Observed last inspection not available. **Warning**
51-18-6
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed at reach in cooler soiled gaskets. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
23-03-4
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed mop not in use; stored on floor. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
42-01-4
25
Jun 24, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-06-24: **Time Extended**
29-42-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No chlorine chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-06-24: No test kit for chlorine available. **Time Extended**
16-37-1
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board next to preparation sink. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-06-24: **Time Extended**
21-04-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-06-24: **Time Extended**
42-01-4
70
Oct 14, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 6 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 12 violations
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
29-42-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed hand wash sink blocked by safe box located next to three compartment sink. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - No chlorine chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
16-37-1
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink located next to three compartment sink and bathroom. **Warning**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed the only employee Sonia hired more than 90 days ago no proof of employee training. **Warning**
53B-02-5
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. Observed the only employee Sonia no proof of food employee reporting agreement or food handle certificate. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
11-26-1
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink front counter. **Warning**
31B-03-4
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. **Warning**
50-09-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler gasket soiled at front counter. **Warning**
23-03-4
Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed single service spoons not stored inverted at front counter. Operator inverted the single service spoons. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
25-06-4
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. **Warning**
42-01-4
Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board next to preparation sink. **Warning**
21-04-4
37
Jan 8, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-01-08: Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. **Warning** **Time Extended**
29-42-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Employee has not received adequate training related to their assigned duties as evidenced by the inability to answer basic food safety questions. Observed the only employee was not awarded of what kind of sanitizer the establishment is using. She only washed the containers and utensils. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-01-08: Observed the only employee was not awarded of what kind of sanitizer the establishment is using. She only washed the containers and utensils. **Warning** **Time Extended**
53B-16-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-01-08: No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** **Time Extended**
16-37-1
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed a container of frosting and plastic water bottles stored on floor at the back of the establishment. Operator started to moved the products. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-01-08: Observed a plastic water bottles stored on floor at the back of the establishment. **Time Extended**
08B-38-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-01-08: Ice buildup in reach-in freezer. **Time Extended**
14-69-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-01-08: No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. **Warning** **Time Extended**
31B-04-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-01-08: Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. **Warning** **Time Extended**
42-01-4
58
Oct 27, 2023
Complaint Full
1 critical violation. 6 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 10 violations
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
29-42-4
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. The clean up of vomiting and diarrheal events was provided by email. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
11-27-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed hand wash sink blocked by boxes, located next to three compartment compartments sink. Operator removed the boxes. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - No chlorine chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
16-37-1
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
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. Food employees reporting agreement form was provided in English and Spanish. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
11-26-1
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink at preparation area and bathroom. As per operator the soap dispenser at bathroom is broken. Operator provided soap at the bathroom. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
31B-03-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed plastic water bottles stored on floor next to shelf and reach in freezer, and buttercream frosting container stored on floor next to shelf. **Warning**
08B-38-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. **Warning**
31B-04-4
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. **Warning**
50-09-4
41
Oct 10, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 7 major violations. 7 minor violations.
View 15 violations
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. **Warning**
29-42-4
Intermediate - Employee has not received adequate training related to their assigned duties as evidenced by the inability to answer basic food safety questions. Observed the only employee was not awarded of what kind of sanitizer the establishment is using. She only washed the containers and utensils. **Warning**
53B-16-4
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. **Warning**
11-27-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times at the back of the establishment. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
16-37-1
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink located at the back of the establishment, and at the bathroom. **Warning**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed at the time of the inspection the only employee present doesn't have employee training. As per operator she started to work three months ago. **Warning**
53B-02-5
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. **Warning**
11-26-1
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. **Warning**
50-09-4
Basic - Food stored in a location that is exposed to splash/dust. Observed ice cream cake exposed to splash of water from the refrigeration system of the reach in freezer. **Warning**
08B-36-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed a container of frosting and plastic water bottles stored on floor at the back of the establishment. Operator started to moved the products. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
08B-38-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer. **Warning**
14-69-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. **Warning**
31B-04-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed ice cream cake not covered at reach in freezer. **Warning**
08B-12-5
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. **Warning**
42-01-4
30
Nov 7, 2022
Complaint Full
2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed the back area hand wash sink with a wash cloth and a piece of equipment on it. - From follow-up inspection 2022-11-07: Observed the back area hand wash sink with a piece of equipment on it. **Time Extended**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. - From follow-up inspection 2022-11-07: Observed No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. **Time Extended**
16-37-1
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. - From follow-up inspection 2022-11-07: Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. **Time Extended**
42-01-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed a box of Kal Clear drink cups stored on the floor , near the back exit door. - From follow-up inspection 2022-11-07: Observed a box of Kal Clear drink cups stored on the floor , near the back exit door. **Time Extended**
25-05-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. - From follow-up inspection 2022-11-07: Observed No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. **Time Extended**
51-13-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed a plastic cup without handle used as scoop in the cookie container and the oreo cookie container - From follow-up inspection 2022-11-07: Observed a plastic cup without handle used as scoop in the cookie container **Time Extended**
14-01-5
67
Sep 8, 2022
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 9 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at the front counter syrup reach in cooler milk (48F - Cold Holding). Per operator less than one hour. The milk was moved to another reach in cooler.
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed the back area hand wash sink blocked by a box of yogurt disposable cups.
31A-09-4
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no hand soap at the front counter hand wash sink. Soap was provided. Observed no soap or paper towels at the back area hand wash sink . **Corrected On-Site**
31B-03-4
Intermediate - Person in charge unable to answer basic Food Code questions pertaining to safe operation of establishment. Person working at the establishment was not able to name the big six foodborne illnesses.
53A-14-4
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
42-01-4
Basic - In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed the spoon handles touching the different Icecream toppings. Sprinkles, m&m,
10-01-5
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed a cardboard cup without handle used as scoop in the gummies container.
14-01-5
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed a box of disposable yogurt cups stored on the floor of the back area.
25-05-4
Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Emailed the chocking poster to operator.
51-13-4
50

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Haagen Dazs Sunset last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Haagen Dazs Sunset on file is from Sep 23, 2025. The public record contains nine inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Haagen Dazs Sunset?

Across the inspection record, “handwash sink not accessible for employee use” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Haagen Dazs Sunset.

How does Haagen Dazs Sunset compare to other restaurants in South Miami?

Haagen Dazs Sunset most recently scored 29 out of 100, which is lower than the South Miami average of 63.

Has Haagen Dazs Sunset's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Haagen Dazs Sunset have averaged around 12 violations per visit, up from roughly 10 earlier in the record.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at Haagen Dazs Sunset means the most recent inspection flagged either critical violations or a substantial number of smaller ones. Diners may want to read the violation details before deciding to visit.

How often is Haagen Dazs Sunset inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Haagen Dazs Sunset is inspected around three times per year on average.