Mayday Handcrafted Ice Cream
Last inspected: Mar 31, 2026
50
Score
Public records show five inspections at Mayday Handcrafted Ice Cream stretching back to 2023. The newest entry in the record is dated Mar 31, 2026. High risk indicates the latest inspection turned up problems worth knowing about.
Recent visits have flagged more than earlier ones: around six violations per visit lately, up from roughly one violation before.
Restaurants in St. Augustine average 81, so Mayday Handcrafted Ice Cream trails the local norm. There are enough flags in the record to merit a second thought.
5
Inspections
3
Critical latest
2
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 31, 2026
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Observed employee pick up trash off ground with gloves hand and then handle sugar cones to scoop ice cream without changing gloves and washing hands. Discuss with employee. Employee washed hand and changed gloves. **Corrective Action Taken**
12A-09-4
High Priority - Live, small flying insects found Observed one live flying insect flying above cookie display case.
35A-02-7
High Priority - In-use utensil stored in unclean water at or above 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed water in hot water dipper well used for ice cream scoops heavily soiled. Asked employee to change water out. Employee switched out water. **Corrected On-Site**
10-05-5
Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed one present employee hired over two months per person in charge missing training.
53B-02-5
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed chemical spray bottles filled with yellow liquid missing label.
41-17-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice cream display cabinets with a build up of ice.
14-69-4
50
Dec 3, 2024
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
95
Feb 14, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation.
View 1 violation
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 food handler training for any food employee onsite. Person in charge has manager class scheduled Jan 6 and plans to train employees after. **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint** - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-14: No person in charge on-sit, employee called person in charge and person in charge stated class is scheduled however was unable to provide proof of any scheduling. No observed proof of food handler training on-site during callback. **Admin Complaint**
53B-01-5
90
Dec 11, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Warewashing sanitizing solution exceeding the maximum concentration allowed. Observed triple sink quaternary 400++ppm. Person in charge added more water. Retested at 200ppm. **Corrected On-Site**
41-18-4
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. Observed no proof of food handler training for any food employee onsite. Person in charge has manager class scheduled Jan 6 and plans to train employees after. **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
53B-01-5
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no test kit for quat sani at triple sink. Person in charge ordered test kit during inspection. **Corrective Action Taken**
16-37-1
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed plastic container containing powder sugar missing label.
02D-01-5
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed plastic cup used to scoop powder sugar. Discussed with person in charge
14-01-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gaskets on multiple reach in cooler soiled with food debris.
23-03-4
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed paper towels and paper cups stored on floor in storage room.
25-05-4
58
Jan 3, 2023
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated
FL-13
Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure
FL-25
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Mayday Handcrafted Ice Cream last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Mayday Handcrafted Ice Cream on file is from Mar 31, 2026. The public record contains five inspections in total.
How does Mayday Handcrafted Ice Cream compare to other restaurants in St. Augustine?
Mayday Handcrafted Ice Cream most recently scored 50 out of 100, which is lower than the St. Augustine average of 81.
Has Mayday Handcrafted Ice Cream's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Mayday Handcrafted Ice Cream have averaged around six violations per visit, up from roughly one earlier in the record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Mayday Handcrafted Ice Cream 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 Mayday Handcrafted Ice Cream inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Mayday Handcrafted Ice Cream is inspected around two times per year on average.
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