Lemon Tree Ices

12279 Sw 132 Ct, Miami, FL 33186

Frozen Desserts

Last inspected: Sep 29, 2025

Score

Low Risk

Lemon Tree Ices has been inspected five times since 2022. Lemon Tree Ices was last inspected on Sep 29, 2025. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.

Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around four violations each.

The most common issue across all inspections has been “handwash sink not accessible for employee use”, showing up three times.

The city-wide average for Miami sits at 74, putting Lemon Tree Ices on the better side of that line. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Sep 29, 2025

Routine - Food

2 major violations. 1 minor violation.

View 3 violations

Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed sink blocked by photos. Employee removed. **Corrected On-Site**

31A-09-4

Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. No soap available at all. **Repeat Violation**

31B-03-4

Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. **Repeat Violation**

31B-04-4

Oct 22, 2024

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 5 major violations. 2 minor violations.

View 8 violations

High Priority - Employee touched soiled surface and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed employee handle cash then assemble icees and place lemon and straws into drink no hand wash. Coached employee on proper handwashing procedures.

12A-29-4

Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. No soap available at all.

31B-03-4

Intermediate - Employee applied hand antiseptic in place of washing hands as required.

12A-01-4

Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed sink blocked by photos. Employee removed.

31A-09-4

Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed sink used as storage sink. Interior of sink soiled with dirt residue.

31A-11-4

Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink.

31B-02-4

Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees.

31B-04-4

Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Observed in reach in ice bins.

10-08-5

Feb 6, 2024

Routine - Food

No violations found.

100

Dec 4, 2023

Routine - Food

2 major violations.

View 2 violations

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 - 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. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**

11-27-4

Aug 18, 2022

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 1 minor violation.

View 2 violations

Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed photos stored above the hand sink. The operator removed the items.**Corrected On-Site** **Corrected On-Site**

31A-09-4

Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.

13-03-4

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Lemon Tree Ices last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Lemon Tree Ices on file is from Sep 29, 2025. The public record contains five inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Lemon Tree Ices?

Across the inspection record, “handwash sink not accessible for employee use” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Lemon Tree Ices.

How does Lemon Tree Ices compare to other restaurants in Miami?

Lemon Tree Ices most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is higher than the Miami average of 74.

Has Lemon Tree Ices' inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Lemon Tree Ices have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Lemon Tree Ices 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 Lemon Tree Ices inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Lemon Tree Ices is inspected around two times per year on average.

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