Mayday Ice Cream

627 Central Ave, St. Petersburg, FL 33701

Frozen Desserts

Last inspected: Aug 19, 2025

Score

Low Risk

Mayday Ice Cream has been inspected five times since 2023. The most recent visit was on Aug 19, 2025. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.

Things have been moving in the right direction, with the rolling count dropping from around three violations to closer to one violation per visit.

Compared to the broader St. Petersburg restaurant scene, where the average is 77, this is a stronger showing. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Aug 19, 2025

Routine - Food

1 major violation.

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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. No Food Employee Reporting Agreement for an employee who is still within their first 60 days. Emailed manager DBPR Food Employee Reporting Agreement form. Manager printed the form out and the employee read and signed it. **Corrected On-Site**

11-26-1

Nov 20, 2024

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 2 minor violations.

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Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible

FL-10

Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated

FL-13

Toilet Rooms Maintained

FL-53

May 1, 2024

Routine - Food

2 major violations. 1 minor violation.

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Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Bottle of sanitizer of chemical storage shelf not properly labeled. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-05-01: Bottle of sanitizer of chemical storage shelf not properly labeled. **Time Extended**

41-17-4

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-05-01: No proof of Certified Food Manager at time of callback inspection report. **Admin Complaint**

53A-01-7

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees by three compartment sink. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-05-01: **Time Extended**

31B-04-4

Feb 29, 2024

Routine - Food

2 major violations. 4 minor violations.

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Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. **Warning**

53A-01-7

Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Bottle of sanitizer of chemical storage shelf not properly labeled. **Warning**

41-17-4

Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Ice cream scoop at front counter in standing water of 120 F. Employee turned up heating element and now water is 138 F. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**

10-07-4

Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees by three compartment sink. **Warning**

31B-04-4

Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Napkins stored on floor of dry goods storage area. Employee stored properly. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**

25-05-4

Basic - Equipment and utensils not rinsed between washing and sanitizing. Employee set up three compartment sink properly. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**

16-16-4

Nov 30, 2023

Food-Licensing Inspection

No violations found.

100

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Mayday Ice Cream last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Mayday Ice Cream on file is from Aug 19, 2025. The public record contains five inspections in total.

How does Mayday Ice Cream compare to other restaurants in St. Petersburg?

Mayday Ice Cream most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is higher than the St. Petersburg average of 77.

Has Mayday Ice Cream's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Mayday Ice Cream have averaged around one violation per visit, down from roughly three earlier in the 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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