I Scream Gelato

211 Lincoln Rd, Miami Beach, FL 33139

Italian

Last inspected: Jul 23, 2025

Score

High Risk

Public records show five inspections at I Scream Gelato stretching back to 2022. The latest inspection on file is from Jul 23, 2025. The high risk label is a heads-up that the most recent visit didn't go well.

Violation counts have ticked up lately, averaging around 12 violations per visit versus roughly two violations earlier in the record.

Looking across the full record, “food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor” is the recurring theme, flagged two times.

The city-wide average sits at 69, which I Scream Gelato's 39 doesn't quite reach. Taken together, the history suggests a facility that has struggled with consistency.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Jul 23, 2025

Routine - Food

2 critical violations. 3 major violations. 7 minor violations.

View 12 violations

High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. The operator paid during the inspection. **Corrected On-Site**

50-17-3

High Priority - Employee began working with food, handling clean equipment or utensils, or touching unwrapped single-service items without first washing hands.

12A-16-4

Intermediate - Squeeze bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed a plastic squeeze bottle with a pink liquid not labeled at the front counter.

41-17-4

Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed a large plastic container and a broom in the sink by the triple sink. The owner removed it. **Corrected On-Site**

31A-09-4

Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed a metal cup and scrubbing pad in the sink at the front counter. The food handler removed it.

31A-11-4

Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed 12 pans on the front counter with different toppings not labeled.

02D-01-5

Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed in a bag of flour. The food handler removed it.

14-01-5

Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas.

36-37-5

Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner.

24-05-4

Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils.

12B-07-4

Basic - Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Observed the shelves next to the glass door upright cooler are approximately 2to3 inches above the floor.

08B-47-4

Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at the front counter.

31B-04-4

Jun 4, 2025

Routine - Food

1 major violation.

View 1 violation

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at handisnk by front counter. - From follow-up inspection 2025-06-04: **Time Extended**

31B-02-4

Sep 26, 2024

Routine - Food

2 major violations. 2 minor violations.

View 4 violations

Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.

53A-01-7

Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at handisnk by front counter.

31B-02-4

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gasket soiled at reach in cooler behind register.

23-03-4

Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at handisnk by front counter.

31B-04-4

Aug 22, 2023

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.

View 2 violations

Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures

FL-21

Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed

FL-50

Oct 18, 2022

Routine - Food

3 major violations. 3 minor violations.

View 6 violations

Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. None provided at the time of inspection. **Warning**

53A-01-7

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. Food employees present at the time of inspection hired more than 60 days, no proof of required state approved employee training provided. **Warning**

53B-01-5

Intermediate - No quaternary chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. None provided at the time of inspection. **Warning**

16-37-1

Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed boxes of to-go cups/containers stored on kitchen floor. **Warning**

25-05-4

Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed or provided at the time of inspection. **Warning**

50-09-4

Basic - Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Observed a bag of sugar stored on kitchen floor. **Warning**

08B-47-4

Frequently Asked Questions

When was I Scream Gelato last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at I Scream Gelato on file is from Jul 23, 2025. The public record contains five inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at I Scream Gelato?

Across the inspection record, “food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at I Scream Gelato.

How does I Scream Gelato compare to other restaurants in Miami Beach?

I Scream Gelato most recently scored 39 out of 100, which is lower than the Miami Beach average of 69.

Has I Scream Gelato's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at I Scream Gelato have averaged around 12 violations per visit, up from roughly two earlier in the record.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at I Scream Gelato 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 I Scream Gelato inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, I Scream Gelato is inspected around two times per year on average.

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