Joys Ice Cream Plus
Last inspected: Feb 20, 2026
78
Score
Across the available record, Joys Ice Cream Plus has five inspections on file, the first dated 2022. Joys Ice Cream Plus was last inspected on Feb 20, 2026. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.
Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around four violations each.
By comparison, the average Fort Pierce facility scores 87, putting Joys Ice Cream Plus on the weaker side. The record reflects steady performance over time.
5
Inspections
0
Critical latest
1
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 20, 2026
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
78
Apr 30, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Expired April 1st, 2025 **Warning**
50-17-3
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. Emailed to operator and was posted. **Corrected On-Site**
11-27-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Knife was in sink. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Caitlin F hired less than a week ago. **Corrected On-Site**
53B-13-5
Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Emailed to operator and was posted **Corrected On-Site**
51-13-4
Basic - Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Propel and Gatorade. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site**
12B-13-4
Basic - Missing drain plug at dumpster. In shared plaza.
33-11-4
55
Jun 12, 2024
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Under service equipment and preparation at front counter area. In multiple areas and under equipment in back preparation. - From follow-up inspection 2024-06-12: Operator stated that cleaning was done , but some heavy soiled areas still remain. **Time Extended**
36-73-4
95
Apr 5, 2024
Routine - Food
4 major violations. 7 minor violations.
View 11 violations
Intermediate - Packaged food not labeled as specified by law. Ice Cream sandwiches and ice cream cakes.
02D-02-4
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. No chlorine test strip.
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. No training for Lori and Sara, employees at time. **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. Informed Manager.
11-26-1
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt. Two cone display cases behind service line.
23-03-4
Basic - Reach-in freezer interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. The double door sliver reach in, multiple ice cream service/display freezers.
22-16-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Under hand wash sink at front and around pipes.
36-27-5
Basic - Equipment and utensils not washed, rinsed and sanitized in the correct order in three-compartment sink. Do not use dishes/equipment not properly sanitized. Informed Manager. Provided Documentation for three-compartment sink set up. **Corrected On-Site**
16-13-5
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Under service equipment and preparation at front counter area. In multiple areas and under equipment in back preparation.
36-73-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Multiple food containers on floor in walk in cooler.
08B-38-4
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Inside and outside of microwave.
22-08-4
47
Sep 21, 2022
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
74
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Joys Ice Cream Plus last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Joys Ice Cream Plus on file is from Feb 20, 2026. The public record contains five inspections in total.
How does Joys Ice Cream Plus compare to other restaurants in Fort Pierce?
Joys Ice Cream Plus most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is lower than the Fort Pierce average of 87.
Has Joys Ice Cream Plus' inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Joys Ice Cream Plus have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Joys Ice Cream Plus 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 Joys Ice Cream Plus inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Joys Ice Cream Plus is inspected roughly once per year on average.
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