Mayday Ice Cream
Last inspected: Aug 4, 2025
82
Score
Public records show seven inspections at Mayday Ice Cream stretching back to 2022. On Aug 4, 2025, the health department conducted the most recent visit. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.
Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around two violations each.
When inspectors have written things up, “commercially processed ready-to-eat” has been the most frequent reason, cited three times.
Compared to the broader St. Augustine restaurant scene, this is about average. The record reflects steady performance over time.
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Inspections
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Critical latest
2
Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Aug 4, 2025
Routine - Food
2 major violations.
View 2 violations
Intermediate - Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Hand wash sink near dish area hot water nozzle doesn't work.
27-16-4
Intermediate - Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Heavy cream not dated operator not sure when opened.
02C-03-5
82
Dec 27, 2024
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Apr 22, 2024
Routine - Food
3 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. On make line, hand sink blocked by trash can.
31A-09-4
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. Person in charge stated he had no food handler certification and had been employed for 7 months.
53B-02-5
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. Employee present has no food handlers training or any proof of employee reporting agreement.
11-26-1
Basic - Reach-in freezer interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. In back storage area, in reach in freezer, bottom of freezer has food debris buildup.
22-16-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. On make line, under cabinet storage, container of cocoa nibs unlabeled, employee labeled. **Corrected On-Site**
02D-01-5
67
Oct 27, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. On counter at waffle cone making station, waffle mix containing buttermilk and eggs (67F - Cold Holding) Employee stated she was interrupted with a rush and batter had been sitting on counter for approximately 2 hours. Employee placed waffle batter in reach-in freezer. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. In side room with cooling racks, in reach-in cooler liquid eggs and heavy whipping cream not date marked. Employee stated both had been opened 2 days prior. Employee dated both during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
02C-03-5
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Right ice cream scooper in water 122F. Operator remade water and re temped at 137F **Corrected On-Site**
10-07-4
Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Emailed employee choking poster during inspection.
51-13-4
70
Mar 28, 2023
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
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. Observed no written cleanup procedures available. Provided operator with handout during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
11-27-4
Intermediate - Two-compartment sink used for warewashing. Observed establishment using two sinks instead of three for ware washing. Operator stated sink has repair scheduled and ensuring to completely rinse soap before sanitizing. **Corrective Action Taken**
16-28-4
Basic - Single-service articles stored below soap or paper towel dispenser exposing the items to drips from soap and/or people's hands. At handwash sink behind front counter observed togo cups stored next to hand soap pump with soap buildup on counter. Operator moved soap during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
25-23-4
78
Jan 30, 2023
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Nov 29, 2022
Routine - Food
5 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 6 violations
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Unlabeled spray bottle. Person in charge labeled. **Corrected On-Site**
41-17-4
Intermediate - Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. 1/2&1/2 not dated. Person in charge dated. **Corrected On-Site**
02C-03-5
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Hand washing sink blocked by trash can. Person in charge moved trash can. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
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. Establishment does not have any proof of training. **Warning**
53B-01-5
Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Establishment does not have a food manager. **Warning**
53A-01-7
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Wet mop face down in mop water. Person in charge hung to dry. **Corrected On-Site**
42-01-4
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Mayday Ice Cream last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Mayday Ice Cream on file is from Aug 4, 2025. The public record contains seven inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Mayday Ice Cream?
Across the inspection record, “commercially processed ready-to-eat” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Mayday Ice Cream.
How does Mayday Ice Cream compare to other restaurants in St. Augustine?
Mayday Ice Cream most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is about the same as the St. Augustine average of 81.
Has Mayday Ice Cream's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Mayday Ice Cream have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Mayday Ice Cream 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 Mayday Ice Cream inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Mayday Ice Cream is inspected around three times per year on average.
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