Midnight Cookies & Ice Cream
Last inspected: Sep 30, 2025
78
Score
Across the available record, Midnight Cookies & Ice Cream has eight inspections on file, the first dated 2022. Inspectors last stopped by on Sep 30, 2025. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.
Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near five violations each time.
Compared to the broader Hollywood restaurant scene, where the average is 75, this is a stronger showing. The record reflects steady performance over time.
8
Inspections
0
Critical latest
1
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Sep 30, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure
FL-25
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Insects, Rodents, and Animals Not Present
FL-38
78
Jul 29, 2025
Complaint Full
4 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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. Operator unable to provide at time of inspection **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-07-29: **Time Extended**
11-26-1
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Operator unable to provide quaternary test kit at time of inspection **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-07-29: Operator ordered **Time Extended** **Corrective Action Taken**
16-37-1
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products. Operator unable to provide at time of inspection **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-07-29: Operator ordered **Time Extended** **Corrective Action Taken**
05-08-4
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. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-07-29: **Time Extended**
53B-01-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling tile missing. Observed at front counter **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-07-29: 1 ceiling tile replaced. 1 ceiling tile remains missing **Time Extended** **Corrective Action Taken**
36-36-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer. Observed at front counter left side ice cream freezer **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-07-29: **Time Extended**
14-69-4
61
Jul 28, 2025
Complaint Full
1 critical violation. 4 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Procedures for Responding to Vomiting/Diarrheal Events
FL-05
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
50
Jul 25, 2025
Routine - Food
5 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Procedures for Responding to Vomiting/Diarrheal Events
FL-05
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
55
Nov 22, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
78
May 16, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
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. **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
53B-01-5
Basic - Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Observed employee bottle of water in freezer in prep area. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site**
12B-13-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wet wiping cloth air drying at triple sink not inside sanitizer bucket. Operator placed in sanitizer bucket. **Corrected On-Site**
21-12-4
Basic - Wiping cloth quaternary ammonium compound sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Observed sanitizer solution reading 0-PPM. Instructed employee on proper solution strength and employee corrected to 200 PPM. **Corrected On-Site**
21-08-4
78
Apr 23, 2024
Food-Licensing Inspection
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
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. Opening employees will come from sister locations with certificates.
53B-01-5
Basic - Label on a food item prepared and packaged onsite for customer self-service does not include product identity/description, date product was packaged and name and address of the establishment that prepared and packaged the food. Pints of ice cream directly from franchiser commissary missing necessary labeling.
02D-03-4
86
Nov 1, 2022
Routine - Food
1 critical violation.
View 1 violation
High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. 12/01/2021 **Admin Complaint**
50-17-2
86
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Midnight Cookies & Ice Cream last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Midnight Cookies & Ice Cream on file is from Sep 30, 2025. The public record contains eight inspections in total.
How does Midnight Cookies & Ice Cream compare to other restaurants in Hollywood?
Midnight Cookies & Ice Cream most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is higher than the Hollywood average of 75.
Has Midnight Cookies & Ice Cream's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Midnight Cookies & Ice Cream have averaged around five violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Midnight Cookies & 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 Midnight Cookies & Ice Cream inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Midnight Cookies & Ice Cream is inspected around three times per year on average.
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