La Michoacana Ice Cream 2
Last inspected: Nov 5, 2025
70
Score
La Michoacana Ice Cream 2 has been inspected eight times since 2023. Inspectors last stopped by on Nov 5, 2025. When a facility lands in medium risk territory, it usually means a mixed inspection result.
Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around six violations each.
Across the inspection history, “operating with an expired division of hotels” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded three times.
La Michoacana Ice Cream 2 scores about where you'd expect for a Wauchula restaurant. The record is unremarkable in either direction.
8
Inspections
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Critical latest
2
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Nov 5, 2025
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
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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 no proof of any training of any employees. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-11-05: Observed G. Vasquez and S. Villafuerte do not have any proof of training. **Admin Complaint**
53B-01-5
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed no hot water in the employees bathroom. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-11-05: **Time Extended**
27-16-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed a black like substance on the guard in the ice machine. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-11-05: **Time Extended**
22-20-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Missing drain plug at dumpster. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-11-05: **Time Extended**
33-11-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Open dumpster lid. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-11-05: **Time Extended**
33-16-4
70
Sep 2, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 4 major violations. 5 minor violations.
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Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
Sewage and Wastewater Properly Disposed
FL-27
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Proper Sanitizer Contact Time and Concentration
FL-33
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
32
Jan 28, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
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Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed a soiled can opener.
22-02-4
Basic - Ceiling tile missing. Observed 2 ceiling tiles missing in back storage area.
36-36-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed papayas and other food stored on the floor in other side of store.
08B-38-4
82
Apr 3, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
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Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated
FL-13
Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure
FL-25
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
61
Feb 1, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
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High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. **Admin Complaint**
50-17-3
High Priority - Quaternary ammonium sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Observed at Triple Sink (Quaternary 500+ppm)strip turned deep aqua blue. Operator let out some water and refilled. **Corrected On-Site**
22-43-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing.observed container of water with ice cream scoops inside stored in handsink at front counter. Operator removed items sent through warewash. Set up scoop well and began using it. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-11-4
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in use ice cream scoops stored in standing water in container placed in basin of handsink. Operator removed to dishwash. **Corrected On-Site**
10-07-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
22-20-5
61
Jul 25, 2023
Routine - Food
6 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 9 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Observed: 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** Priority: Intermediate - From follow-up inspection 2023-04-12: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2023-07-25: At callback /25/23 no proof of any employee food safety training provided. 2 Employees onsite employed more than 1 year. **Admin Complaint**
53B-01-5
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Observed: 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.Inspector provided form via email. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning** Priority: Intermediate - From follow-up inspection 2023-04-12: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2023-07-25: At callback /25/23 no proof of any employee food safety training provided. 2 Employees onsite employed more than 1 year. **Admin Complaint**
11-26-1
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Observed: Handwash sink missing in warewashing or food preparation area. Observed food prep taking place in added storage area with no handsink available. Table where apples are wrapped in candy shell with loose candy powder added and microwave is used. **Warning** Priority: Intermediate - From follow-up inspection 2023-04-12: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2023-07-25: At callback 7/25/23 no attempt to contact plan review could be found. Food prep still taking place in added room. **Admin Complaint**
31A-07-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Observed: No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. **Warning** Priority: Intermediate - From follow-up inspection 2023-04-12: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2023-07-25: At callback employees unaware of any Quaternary test kit. **Admin Complaint**
16-37-1
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Observed: No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Observed another room added and using to store foods and refrigerators and preparing foods. Filling containers with ground food with no handsink available in the area. Walls not finished with wipeable surface. Food preparation area and storage added without going through plan review. **Warning** Priority: Intermediate - From follow-up inspection 2023-04-12: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2023-07-25: At callback , operator had not contacted plan review with plan of areas that had been added,remodeled or repurposed. Observed food prep areas in secondary added room not on original plan microwave and prep table and cold storage and dry storage / apples with candy coating applied by hand then microwaved in this room. Also prep added at room where mop sink is located. Observed sandwich press and waffle press and can opener on prep table no handsink located in this area. **Admin Complaint**
51-16-7
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Observed: No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products. **Warning** Priority: Intermediate - From follow-up inspection 2023-04-12: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2023-07-25: At callback observed the only two probe thermometers available were frozen into the bottom of the ice cream freezer and unable to be reached due to large food containers over them. **Admin Complaint**
05-08-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Observed: Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. **Warning** Priority: Basic - From follow-up inspection 2023-04-12: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2023-07-25: At callback function 7/25/23 observed black growth on ice machine drop guard and interior of door. **Admin Complaint**
22-20-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Observed: Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. **Warning** Priority: Basic - From follow-up inspection 2023-04-12: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2023-07-25: At callback 7/25/23 scored and stained cutting board still in use. **Admin Complaint**
14-09-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Observed: No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. **Warning** Priority: Basic - From follow-up inspection 2023-04-12: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2023-07-25: At callback observed no ambient air thermometer in reach in cooler at front counter. **Admin Complaint**
05-09-4
47
Apr 12, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 6 major violations. 6 minor violations.
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High Priority - - From initial inspection : Observed: Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Establishment was given a temporary license in 2021 with a 50.00 fee left owing. Fee was never paid and license was never processed. **Warning** Priority: High Priority - From follow-up inspection 2023-04-12: **Time Extended**
50-17-3
High Priority - - From initial inspection : Observed: Establishment operating without a license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Operator must obtain a public food service license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants within 60 days. Submit a license application and payment to DBPR/Bureau of Central Intake Unit, 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-0783. To apply online or obtain an application for license visit http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/ Establishment was given a temporary license in 2001 with a 50.00 fee left owing. Fee was never paid and license was never processed. **Warning** Priority: High Priority - From follow-up inspection 2023-04-12: **Time Extended**
50-08-7
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Observed: No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. **Warning** Priority: Intermediate - From follow-up inspection 2023-04-12: **Time Extended**
16-37-1
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Observed: Handwash sink missing in warewashing or food preparation area. Observed food prep taking place in added storage area with no handsink available. Table where apples are wrapped in candy shell with loose candy powder added and microwave is used. **Warning** Priority: Intermediate - From follow-up inspection 2023-04-12: **Time Extended**
31A-07-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Observed: No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/licensing/planreview/. Observed another room added and using to store foods and refrigerators and preparing foods. Filling containers with ground food with no handsink available in the area. Walls not finished with wipeable surface. Food preparation area and storage added without going through plan review. **Warning** Priority: Intermediate - From follow-up inspection 2023-04-12: **Time Extended**
51-16-7
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Observed: No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products. **Warning** Priority: Intermediate - From follow-up inspection 2023-04-12: **Time Extended**
05-08-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Observed: 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** Priority: Intermediate - From follow-up inspection 2023-04-12: **Time Extended**
53B-01-5
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Observed: 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.Inspector provided form via email. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning** Priority: Intermediate - From follow-up inspection 2023-04-12: **Time Extended**
11-26-1
Basic - - From initial inspection : Observed: Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. **Warning** Priority: Basic - From follow-up inspection 2023-04-12: **Time Extended**
22-20-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Observed: Cleaned and sanitized equipment or utensils not properly stored. Observed cleaned equipment stored in plastic crates not 6 inches from floor. **Warning** Priority: Basic - From follow-up inspection 2023-04-12: **Time Extended**
24-07-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Observed: Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. **Warning** Priority: Basic - From follow-up inspection 2023-04-12: **Time Extended**
14-09-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Observed: No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. **Warning** Priority: Basic - From follow-up inspection 2023-04-12: **Time Extended**
05-09-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Observed: Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed boxes of single service items, cups, stored on floor in added storage area. **Warning** Priority: Basic - From follow-up inspection 2023-04-12: **Time Extended**
25-05-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Observed: Wall not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, warewashing areas or bathroom. Observed walls in added room where food storage and food prep take place , made of unfinished drywall. Not painted. **Warning** Priority: Basic - From follow-up inspection 2023-04-12: **Time Extended**
36-03-4
30
Apr 11, 2023
Routine - Food
6 critical violations. 8 major violations. 15 minor violations.
View 29 violations
High Priority - Observed: Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Establishment was given a temporary license in 2021 with a 50.00 fee left owing. Fee was never paid and license was never processed. **Warning** Priority: High Priority
50-17-3
High Priority - Observed: Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning** Priority: High Priority
02C-01-5
High Priority - Observed: Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. cut watermelon Observed cut watermelon (42F - Cooling); cut cantelope (48F - Cooling); cut tomatoes (45F -Cooling); house made pico with fresh tomatoes (45F - Cooling). Operator states all were cut fresh and placed in cooler between 1000am and 1030am currently 428pm. Not cooled to 41F within 4hours see stop sale. **Warning** Priority: High Priority
01B-02-5
High Priority - Observed: Time/temperature control for safety food prepared from/mixed with ingredient(s) at ambient temperature not cooled to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 4 hours. Observed cut watermelon (42F - Cooling); cut cantelope (48F - Cooling); cut tomatoes (45F -Cooling); house made pico with fresh tomatoes (45F - Cooling). Operator states all were cut fresh and placed in cooler between 1000am and 1030am currently 428pm. Not cooled to 41F within 4hours see stop sale. **Warning** Priority: High Priority
03D-06-5
High Priority - Observed: Establishment operating without a license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Operator must obtain a public food service license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants within 60 days. Submit a license application and payment to DBPR/Bureau of Central Intake Unit, 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-0783. To apply online or obtain an application for license visit http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/ Establishment was given a temporary license in 2001 with a 50.00 fee left owing. Fee was never paid and license was never processed. **Warning** Priority: High Priority
50-08-7
High Priority - Observed: Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed two live flying insects in food area at front counter. Observed flies landing on food contact surfaces. Operator killed flies and sanitized areas. Next day callback per Dominick Tartaglione. **Warning** Priority: High Priority
35A-02-6
Intermediate - Observed: Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed old food on can opener. Operator put through dishwash. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning** Priority: Intermediate
22-02-4
Intermediate - Observed: Handwash sink missing in warewashing or food preparation area. Observed food prep taking place in added storage area with no handsink available. Table where apples are wrapped in candy shell with loose candy powder added and microwave is used. **Warning** Priority: Intermediate
31A-07-4
Intermediate - Observed: No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. **Warning** Priority: Intermediate
16-37-1
Intermediate - Observed: No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/licensing/planreview/. Observed another room added and using to store foods and refrigerators and preparing foods. Filling containers with ground food with no handsink available in the area. Walls not finished with wipeable surface. Food preparation area and storage added without going through plan review. **Warning** Priority: Intermediate
51-16-7
Intermediate - Observed: No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products. **Warning** Priority: Intermediate
05-08-4
Intermediate - Observed: 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** Priority: Intermediate
53B-01-5
Intermediate - Observed: 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.Inspector provided form via email. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning** Priority: Intermediate
11-26-1
Intermediate - Observed: 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. Inspector provided form via email. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning** Priority: Intermediate
11-27-4
Basic - Observed: Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observedshredded coconut and granola and powdered sugar and other ground spices,and squirt bottles of condiments not labeled with common name at front counter. **Warning** Priority: Basic
02D-01-5
Basic - Observed: Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed operator using spray sanitizer and storing wet wipe cloths on counter. **Warning** Priority: Basic
21-12-4
Basic - Observed: Cleaned and sanitized equipment or utensils not properly stored. Observed cleaned equipment stored in plastic crates not 6 inches from floor. **Warning** Priority: Basic
24-07-4
Basic - Observed: Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. **Warning** Priority: Basic
22-20-5
Basic - Observed: Ceiling tile missing. Observed ceiling tiles missing over food prep area in back beside mop sink. Two tiles missing and fiberglass insulation is hanging down into room. **Warning** Priority: Basic
36-36-4
Basic - Observed: Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. **Warning** Priority: Basic
14-09-4
Basic - Observed: Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed employee working with foods at front counter with bracelets. **Warning** Priority: Basic
13-07-4
Basic - Observed: Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Observed plastic crates not 6 inches from floor. **Warning** Priority: Basic
08B-47-4
Basic - Observed: Food stored on floor. Observed cardboard boxes of foods stored on floor in added storage area. **Warning** Priority: Basic
08B-38-4
Basic - Observed: In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed tongs with handles touching food in jalapenos and pickled pig skin containers at front counter. **Warning** Priority: Basic
10-01-5
Basic - Observed: No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. **Warning** Priority: Basic
05-09-4
Basic - Observed: Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed boxes of single service items, cups, stored on floor in added storage area. **Warning** Priority: Basic
25-05-4
Basic - Observed: Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination.observed paper boats at front counter not inverted. Operator inverted. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning** Priority: Basic
25-06-4
Basic - Observed: Wall not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, warewashing areas or bathroom. Observed walls in added room where food storage and food prep take place , made of unfinished drywall. Not painted. **Warning** Priority: Basic
36-03-4
Basic - Observed: Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. **Warning** Priority: Basic
42-01-4
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was La Michoacana Ice Cream 2 last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at La Michoacana Ice Cream 2 on file is from Nov 5, 2025. The public record contains eight inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at La Michoacana Ice Cream 2?
Across the inspection record, “operating with an expired division of hotels” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at La Michoacana Ice Cream 2.
How does La Michoacana Ice Cream 2 compare to other restaurants in Wauchula?
La Michoacana Ice Cream 2 most recently scored 70 out of 100, which is about the same as the Wauchula average of 70.
Has La Michoacana Ice Cream 2's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at La Michoacana Ice Cream 2 have averaged around six violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at La Michoacana Ice Cream 2 means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.
How often is La Michoacana Ice Cream 2 inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, La Michoacana Ice Cream 2 is inspected around three times per year on average.
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