Van Leeuwen Ice Cream

1600 Collins Ave, Miami Beach, FL 33139

Frozen Desserts

Last inspected: Nov 6, 2025

Score

Low Risk

Public records show eight inspections at Van Leeuwen Ice Cream stretching back to 2022. The newest entry in the record is dated Nov 6, 2025. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.

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

The most common issue across all inspections has been “ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer”, showing up two times.

Restaurants in Miami Beach average 69, so Van Leeuwen Ice Cream is doing better than most peers. There isn't much in the file that would give a customer pause.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Nov 6, 2025

Routine - Food

2 minor violations.

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Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer.

14-69-4

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed the walk in freezer door gasket soiled.

23-03-4

Sep 19, 2025

Routine - Food

1 minor violation.

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Basic - Ice buildup walk-in freezer.

14-69-4

May 12, 2025

Food-Licensing Inspection

1 minor violation.

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Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed the walk-in cooler gasket soiled.

23-03-4

May 5, 2025

Food-Licensing Inspection

No violations found.

100

Mar 26, 2024

Routine - Food

3 critical violations. 2 major violations. 1 minor violation.

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Hands Clean and Properly Washed

FL-08

Food Received at Proper Temperature

FL-12

Certified Food Manager Identification

FL-02

Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures

FL-21

Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature

FL-16

Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed

FL-50

Aug 10, 2023

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 3 minor violations.

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Food Received at Proper Temperature

FL-12

Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure

FL-25

Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed

FL-50

Floors, Walls, and Ceilings Clean and in Good Repair

FL-52

Jun 30, 2023

Routine - Food

2 major violations. 3 minor violations.

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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. Emailed to operator.

11-27-4

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. Emailed to operator.

11-26-1

Basic - Cleaned and sanitized equipment or utensils not properly stored. Observed clean plastic containers stored on kitchen floor, next to dish machine.

24-07-4

Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed or provided at time of inspection.

50-09-4

Basic - Nonfood-contact equipment exposed to splash/spillage not constructed of materials that are corrosion resistant, non-absorbent, smooth and easily cleanable. Observed rust pitted storage shelves next to reach in freezer, across from dish machine.

14-47-4

Dec 22, 2022

Routine - Food

2 major violations. 2 minor violations.

View 4 violations

Intermediate - Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served. Observed oyster tags provided, but last date served not marked on tags. **Repeat Violation**

01C-03-4

Intermediate - Raw or undercooked oysters offered and establishment has no consumer advisory sign provided on wall, menu, placard, table tent or by any other written means. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Printed and provided oyster consumer advisory sign to Manager. **Corrective Action Taken**

02A-01-4

Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food located inside a container of brown rice. Manager removed plastic cup stored inside food container. **Corrected On-Site**

14-01-5

Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed plastic containers stored on floor under shelving at front counter area. Observed boxes of plastic containers stored on floor at dry storage area. **Repeat Violation**

25-05-4

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Van Leeuwen Ice Cream last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Van Leeuwen Ice Cream on file is from Nov 6, 2025. The public record contains eight inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Van Leeuwen Ice Cream?

Across the inspection record, “ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Van Leeuwen Ice Cream.

How does Van Leeuwen Ice Cream compare to other restaurants in Miami Beach?

Van Leeuwen Ice Cream most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is higher than the Miami Beach average of 69.

Has Van Leeuwen Ice Cream's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Van Leeuwen 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 Van Leeuwen 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 Van Leeuwen Ice Cream inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Van Leeuwen Ice Cream is inspected around three times per year on average.

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