Watson's Ice Cream

1540 Rio De Janeiro Ave, Punta Gorda, FL 33983

Frozen Desserts

Last inspected: Jan 14, 2026

Score

Low Risk

Watson's Ice Cream appears in inspection records eight times, starting in 2023. Watson's Ice Cream was last inspected on Jan 14, 2026. When a facility lands in the low risk tier, it usually means nothing alarming showed up at the most recent visit.

There hasn't been much movement either way: counts have stayed near one violation per visit across recent inspections.

“Handwash sink not accessible for employee use” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing three times across the record.

Restaurants in Punta Gorda average 82, so Watson's Ice Cream is doing better than most peers. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Jan 14, 2026

Routine - Food

1 minor violation.

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Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed residue buildup at interior of the handle at Walk in Cooler. Operator cleaned and sanitized the handle. **Corrected On-Site**

23-24-4

Sep 17, 2025

Routine - Food

1 minor violation.

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Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling vent soiled above entrance to the Walk in Cooler.

36-34-5

Mar 14, 2025

Routine - Food

1 minor violation.

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Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed sample mini-spoons not inverted at front counter. Operator inverted the spoons. **Corrected On-Site**

25-06-4

Nov 7, 2024

Routine - Food

1 minor violation.

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Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures

FL-21

Feb 9, 2024

Routine - Food

1 major violation.

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Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed container at ware washing area handwash sink. Operator removed the container. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**

31A-09-4

Nov 8, 2023

Routine - Food

1 major violation.

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Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed container at ware washing area handwash sink. Operator removed the container. **Corrected On-Site**

31A-09-4

Jun 28, 2023

Routine - Food

2 major violations. 1 minor violation.

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Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed ice cream scoops in hand washing sink across from three compartment sink. Operator removed from sink during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**

31A-09-4

Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed unlabeled spray bottle with clear liquid on shelf next to three compartment sink. Operator labeled during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**

41-17-4

Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. Observed unisex bathroom with no covered receptacle. Operator had one and placed it in bathroom during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**

32-12-5

May 11, 2023

Routine - Food

No violations found.

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Watson's Ice Cream last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Watson's Ice Cream on file is from Jan 14, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Watson's Ice Cream?

Across the inspection record, “handwash sink not accessible for employee use” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Watson's Ice Cream.

How does Watson's Ice Cream compare to other restaurants in Punta Gorda?

Watson's Ice Cream most recently scored 95 out of 100, which is higher than the Punta Gorda average of 82.

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

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Watson's 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 Watson's 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 Watson's Ice Cream inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Watson's Ice Cream is inspected around three times per year on average.

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