Hershey's Ice Cream

3800 Us Hwy 98 N K005, Lakeland, FL 33809
Frozen Desserts
Last inspected: Feb 23, 2026
90
Score
Low Risk

The health department has logged six inspections at Hershey's Ice Cream, the earliest from 2022. The most recent report on file is from Feb 23, 2026. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.

Recent inspections have turned up roughly the same number of issues each time, hovering near two violations per visit.

Hershey's Ice Cream's latest score of 90 sits above the Lakeland average of 86. The record reflects steady performance over time.

6
Inspections
0
Critical latest
1
Major latest
0
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 23, 2026
Routine - Food
1 major violation.
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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 for Alehandra F. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-02-23: 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 for Alehandra F **Admin Complaint**
53B-01-5
90
Dec 22, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major 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. Observed for Alehandra F. **Warning**
53B-01-5
90
Oct 29, 2024
Routine - Food
2 minor violations.
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Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
50-09-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees.
31B-04-4
90
Feb 14, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation.
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High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Expired 02/01/2023 **Admin Complaint** - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-14: Expired 02/01/2023 **Admin Complaint**
50-17-3
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. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-14: 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 **Admin Complaint**
53B-01-5
78
Dec 12, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation.
View 2 violations
High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Expired 02/01/2023 **Admin Complaint**
50-17-3
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
78
Nov 4, 2022
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation.
View 2 violations
High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Expired 02/01/2022 **Admin Complaint**
50-17-2
Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Observed for Tun.
53A-01-7
78

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Hershey's Ice Cream last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Hershey's Ice Cream on file is from Feb 23, 2026. The public record contains six inspections in total.

How does Hershey's Ice Cream compare to other restaurants in Lakeland?

Hershey's Ice Cream most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is higher than the Lakeland average of 86.

Has Hershey's Ice Cream's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Hershey's Ice Cream have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Hershey's 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 Hershey's Ice Cream inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Hershey's Ice Cream is inspected around two times per year on average.