La Michoacana Ice Cream
Last inspected: Mar 16, 2026
67
Score
La Michoacana Ice Cream appears in inspection records nine times, starting in 2022. The newest entry in the record is dated Mar 16, 2026. The medium risk tier sits in the middle: not spotless, but not alarming either.
Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with counts hovering near six violations per visit.
The pattern that stands out is “handwash sink not accessible for employee use”, which has been cited three times.
The city-wide average sits at 81, which La Michoacana Ice Cream's 67 doesn't quite reach. On the whole, the file is mixed but not concerning.
9
Inspections
0
Critical latest
2
Major latest
4
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 16, 2026
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Food service manager not certified within 30 days of employment. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Manager Vidaiseo Caztizo hired 3 years ago. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-16: **Time Extended**
53A-04-6
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Employee dumped ice cream scoop water in hand sink by front counter. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-16: **Time Extended**
31A-11-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed acoustic unsealed ceiling tiles in front counter, service area, and back kitchen and ware washing area **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-16: **Time Extended**
36-37-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Front doors to establishment has approximately a .25 inch gap where stripping is missing **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-16: **Time Extended**
35B-01-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ice buildup in walk-in freezer around condenser and door frame **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-16: **Time Extended**
14-69-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Observed 2 Employees with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-16: **Time Extended**
13-03-4
67
Mar 12, 2026
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Front fruit counter: cut cantaloupe (45F - Cold Holding); cut watermelon (44F - Cold Holding); diced tomatoes (44F - Cold Holding); cojita cheese (44F - Cold Holding); (44F) **Warning**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Employee dumped ice cream scoop water in hand sink by front counter. **Warning**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - Food service manager not certified within 30 days of employment. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Manager Vidaiseo Caztizo hired 3 years ago. **Warning**
53A-04-6
Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed acoustic unsealed ceiling tiles in front counter, service area, and back kitchen and ware washing area **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
36-37-5
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Front doors to establishment has approximately a .25 inch gap where stripping is missing **Warning**
35B-01-4
Basic - Ice buildup in walk-in freezer around condenser and door frame **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
14-69-4
Basic - Observed 2 Employees with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. **Warning**
13-03-4
58
Sep 30, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Intermediate - Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Ahmed Abdelhalim certificate expired on 7-10-2025
53A-03-7
Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed acoustic ceiling tiles in front of counter and back kitchen **Repeat Violation**
36-37-5
Basic - Ice buildup in walk-in freezer. Around door frame and condenser
14-69-4
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Ice cream scoops in standing water at 90f.
10-07-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. By hand sink at three compartment sink
31B-04-4
74
May 6, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Hand sink by back door fell off of wall and was setting at a 45 degree angle, to where employees are unable to use hand sink properly. Employee got sink propped up and is now functional **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed acoustic ceiling tiles in front and back prep area
36-37-5
Basic - Ice buildup in walk-in freezer around door frame
14-69-4
Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice.
10-08-5
78
Mar 13, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed containers in front hand sink. Employees removed **Corrected On-Site**
31A-11-4
Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed acoustic ceiling tiles in back and front prep areas **Repeat Violation**
36-37-5
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee drinks on prep tables in back production area **Corrected On-Site**
12B-07-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Dipper-wells broken by front counter. Employees are washing scoops after every use in meantime
14-11-5
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Bin of dextrose not labeled
02D-01-5
74
Jul 24, 2024
Complaint Partial
3 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Sewage and Wastewater Properly Disposed
FL-27
55
May 22, 2024
Complaint Partial
1 critical violation. 4 major violations. 9 minor violations.
View 14 violations
High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Expired 2-1-2024. Manager renewed license **Corrected On-Site** **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. **Warning**
11-27-4
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. **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. **Warning**
11-26-1
Intermediate - Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit shut off at employee handwash sink. **Warning**
27-16-5
Basic - Accumulation of black and pink mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. **Warning**
22-20-5
Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed acoustic ceiling tiles in front counter area **Warning**
36-37-5
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. **Warning**
13-03-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed cracked wooden bowls in prep area **Warning**
14-11-5
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Front doors have half inch gap. **Warning**
35B-01-4
Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. **Warning**
10-08-5
Basic - In-use ice cream scoops stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. At 74f **Warning**
10-07-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed mold like substance on exterior of walk in coolers **Warning**
23-03-4
Basic - Plumbing system in disrepair. Observed both dipper wells broken **Warning**
29-08-4
37
Aug 7, 2023
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Metal pan in sink next to ice machine
31A-09-4
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
42-01-4
86
Sep 1, 2022
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Plastic container,spoons **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Walkin freezer
08B-38-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gasket
23-03-4
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. In hallway floor
25-05-4
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
42-01-4
74
Frequently Asked Questions
When was La Michoacana Ice Cream last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at La Michoacana Ice Cream on file is from Mar 16, 2026. The public record contains nine inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at La Michoacana Ice Cream?
Across the inspection record, “handwash sink not accessible for employee use” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at La Michoacana Ice Cream.
How does La Michoacana Ice Cream compare to other restaurants in Plant City?
La Michoacana Ice Cream most recently scored 67 out of 100, which is lower than the Plant City average of 81.
Has La Michoacana Ice Cream's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at La Michoacana Ice Cream 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 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 inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, La Michoacana Ice Cream is inspected around three times per year on average.
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