Mayday Ice Cream

1600 E 8 Ave, Tampa, FL 33605

Frozen Desserts

Last inspected: Aug 21, 2025

Score

Low Risk

Mayday Ice Cream appears in inspection records five times, starting in 2022. Mayday Ice Cream was last inspected on Aug 21, 2025. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.

Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around one violation each.

When inspectors have written things up, “employee beverage container on a food preparation table” has been the most frequent reason, cited two times.

The city-wide average for Tampa sits at 79, putting Mayday Ice Cream on the better side of that line. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Aug 21, 2025

Routine - Food

2 minor violations.

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Basic - Ceiling tile missing in kitchen near entrance.

36-36-4

Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee water bottle next to ice cream maker. Employee removed. **Corrected On-Site**

12B-07-4

Aug 16, 2024

Routine - Food

No violations found.

100

Nov 14, 2023

Complaint Full

1 minor violation.

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Basic - Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. Back prep area

36-03-4

Jul 13, 2023

Routine - Food

4 minor violations.

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Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee phone on white reach in freezer. Operator removed at time of inspection. **Corrected On-Site**

40-06-5

Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Hot holding: utensils in water 122 F, at scoop station **Repeat Violation**

10-07-4

Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Hole in ceiling tile above white chest reach in freezer.

36-32-5

Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee water bottle on top of white reach in freezer near three compartment sink. Operator removed at time of inspection. **Corrected On-Site**

12B-07-4

Nov 4, 2022

Routine - Food

2 major violations. 4 minor violations.

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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 soap provided at handwash sink in back kitchen. **Warning**

31B-03-4

Basic - Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Employee yogurt and drinks held over food for establishment in reach in cooler. **Warning**

08B-49-4

Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Water temped at 101 F, **Warning**

10-07-4

Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Front microwave soiled with old food debris. **Warning**

22-08-4

Basic - Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Employee Arizona tea drink in reach in cooler next to eggs whites and heavy whipping cream. **Warning**

12B-13-4

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Mayday Ice Cream last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Mayday Ice Cream on file is from Aug 21, 2025. The public record contains five inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Mayday Ice Cream?

Across the inspection record, “employee beverage container on a food preparation table” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Mayday Ice Cream.

How does Mayday Ice Cream compare to other restaurants in Tampa?

Mayday Ice Cream most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is higher than the Tampa average of 79.

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

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Mayday Ice Cream have averaged around one violation 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 two times per year on average.

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