Aromas Ice Cream & Bakery
Last inspected: Feb 4, 2026
43
Score
Aromas Ice Cream & Bakery has been inspected 14 times since 2023. The most recent visit was on Feb 4, 2026. Diners may want to take note: high risk reflects issues that a health inspector considered important.
Recent inspections have found fewer violations than earlier ones, averaging around seven violations lately and about 12 violations before that.
The pattern that stands out is “ceiling not smooth”, which has been cited six times.
The city-wide average sits at 78, which Aromas Ice Cream & Bakery's 43 doesn't quite reach. Taken together, the history suggests a facility that has struggled with consistency.
14
Inspections
3
Critical latest
3
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 4, 2026
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 3 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Employee rubbed hands together for less than 10-15 seconds while washing hands. Employee rinse off soap in water with less than 5 seconds scrubbing at front handwash sink. Spoke with employee, employee rewashed hands properly before continuing work. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
12A-17-4
High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Establishment observed preparing, serving, or selling food to customers with an expired license. Licence expired on 12/1/2025. **Admin Complaint**
50-17-3
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Under back handwash sink. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
29-34-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener blade rusted and soiled at entrance to kitchen. **Warning**
22-02-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Right side with soiled coffee utensil, left side with garbage cans blocking access. Operator cleared both for proper use. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Adriana, Maria, Lisbeth hired more than 60 days, handling food, no proof of training. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
53B-02-5
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Scoops in standing water 78F at front counter. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
10-07-4
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. In reach-in cooler at front, cakes pastries fruits and parfaits packed no label. On counter cookies, snacks packed on site no labels. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
02D-03-4
43
Oct 17, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 3 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 10 violations
High Priority - Employee began working with food, handling clean equipment or utensils, or touching unwrapped single-service items without first washing hands. Observed employee returning to work after eating lunch in dining room, no handwash. Spoke with manager regard proper handwashing steps.
12A-16-4
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Under handwash sink by triple sink.
29-34-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Clean dishware in both handwash sinks by triple sink and front counter. Operator cleared sink for use. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Adriana hired more than 60 days no proof of training.
53B-02-5
Intermediate - Serving utensil not provided for each food item at self-service salad bar/buffet. Operator has self service bread and pastry case with less utensils than needed for product. Operator placed additional utensils at area. **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation**
08B-07-4
Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit, in two display cases in front part of restaurant.
05-09-4
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Scoops in standing water 67F by front counter.
10-07-4
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. Observed cookies wheat pellets packed in house on front counter, as well as parfaits, fruits and pastries packed in house in front reach-in cooler for customer self service lacking proper labeling. **Repeat Violation**
02D-03-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Gaskets torn on large two door reach-in cooler back of restaurant.
14-11-5
Basic - Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Employee personal bag of food stored above frosting to be used for food sold to public, back large 2 door reach-in cooler.
08B-49-4
43
Apr 22, 2025
Routine - Food
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer at front counter service area. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-22: **Time Extended**
14-69-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : 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. Observed wheat pellets packed in house on front counter and hanging display, as well as parfaits, fruits and pastries packed in house in front reach-in cooler for customer self service lacking proper labeling. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-22: **Time Extended**
02D-03-4
90
Apr 17, 2025
Routine - Food
5 critical violations. 5 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 14 violations
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb under back part of kitchen handwash sink. **Warning**
29-34-4
High Priority - Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. One fly in kitchen prep area, landed on whole white cake on front prep table. **Warning**
01B-13-4
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Tall double door reach-in cooler in back kitchen area with raw shell eggs over milk, icing. Operator rearranged cooler for proper food storage. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Live, small flying insects found. Three on front service counter. One fly in kitchen prep area, landed on whole white cake on front prep table. See stop sale. **Warning**
35A-02-7
High Priority - Employee rubbed hands together for less than 10-15 seconds while washing hands. Observed employee in back half of kitchen washing hands approximately 2 seconds with soap before rinsing. Spoke with employee and operator, employee properly rewashed hands before returning to work. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
12A-17-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. At entrance to kitchen observed can opener blade heavily soiled. **Warning**
22-02-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Dirty dishware in back handwash sink by triple sink. Operator cleared sink for use. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink in front service area. **Warning**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - Self-service salad bar/buffet not provided with proper dispensing utensils. No utensils for customer self service at reach-in cooler in front of service area with unpackaged macarons, canolis. **Warning**
08B-03-4
Intermediate - Serving utensil not provided for each food item at self-service salad bar/buffet. Operator has self service bread and pastry case with less utensils than needed for product. **Warning**
08B-07-4
Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Over front service counter and reach-in cooler for customer self service. **Warning**
36-37-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. In back of kitchen, bags flour and buckets icing stored on floor. **Warning**
08B-38-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer at front counter service area. **Warning**
14-69-4
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. Observed wheat pellets packed in house on front counter and hanging display, as well as parfaits, fruits and pastries packed in house in front reach-in cooler for customer self service lacking proper labeling. **Warning**
02D-03-4
23
Feb 6, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 5 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 11 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated
FL-13
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
27
Sep 4, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 10 violations
High Priority - Employee began working with food, handling clean equipment or utensils, or touching unwrapped single-service items without first washing hands. Observed employee handling personal cell phone, begin working with food in back part of kitchen, no handwash. Spoke with operator regarding proper handwashing.
12A-16-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener blade soiled by entrance to kitchen. **Repeat Violation**
22-02-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Coffee supplies in handwash sink in front part of kitchen.
31A-11-4
Intermediate - Soap dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense soap in back half of kitchen.
31B-06-4
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Ice cream scoops in standing water 71F in front kitchen on back counter.
10-07-4
Basic - Open dumpster lid. Shared dumpster lid damaged, not easily closed.
33-16-4
Basic - Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Sanitizer Bucket (Chlorine 0ppm) under table next to triple sink.
21-07-4
Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed in kitchen area along the sidewalls and above front counter acoustic tiles that are not smooth and easily cleanable. **Repeat Violation**
36-37-5
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. No hair restraints in use by employees handling food, 2 employees present. Spoke with operator about using hats, hairnets. **Repeat Violation**
13-03-4
Basic - Garbage on the ground and/or pad around shared dumpster. **Repeat Violation**
33-19-4
47
Jun 4, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener with build up of food debris
22-02-4
Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed in kitchen area along the sidewalls and above front counter acoustic tiles that are not smooth and easily cleanable. **Repeat Violation**
36-37-5
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed no hair restraints in use.
13-03-4
Basic - Garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster. Observed dumpster area with multiple trash bags and garbage on ground. **Repeat Violation**
33-19-4
Basic - Open dumpster lid. Observed dumpster lid nope. **Repeat Violation**
33-16-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed rice and flour containers on dry storage shelf with no identifying labels
02D-01-5
70
Apr 4, 2024
Routine - Food
3 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Proper Sanitizer Contact Time and Concentration
FL-33
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
58
Feb 21, 2024
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Dec 20, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 5 violations
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Under handwash sink to left of triple sink. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-12-20: **Time Extended**
29-34-4
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 6/14/2023. **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint** - From follow-up inspection 2023-12-20: Time extension given to allow operator time to train employees. **Time Extended**
53B-01-5
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. Provided operator employee reporting agreement, (HR 5030-309) manager health reporting responsibilities (HR 5030-101)and employee health reporting responsibilities (HR 5030-103], discussed with operator importance of employee heath. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-12-20: Time extension given to allow operator time to complete forms. **Time Extended**
11-26-1
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, and warewashing areas. Repeat 6/18/2023. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-12-20: **Time Extended**
36-37-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Food stored on floor. Bags flour by restroom, bag sugar and containers filling in corner behind pasty display case. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-12-20: **Time Extended**
08B-38-4
64
Dec 19, 2023
Routine - Food
4 critical violations. 4 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 11 violations
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Under handwash sink to left of triple sink. **Warning**
29-34-4
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. flip top reach-in cooler silver on front line:; cut tomatoes (44F - Cold Holding); cut lettuce (44F - Cold Holding); milk (48F - Cold Holding); heat treated opened almond milk (45F - Cold Holding) for three hours since open. Operator turned down temperature of cooler and will monitor temperature. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Employee began working with food, handling clean equipment or utensils, or touching unwrapped single-service items without first washing hands. Observed employ rinsing dirty dishes, return to work with food, improper handwashing. Spoke with employees about proper handwashing, observed employee properly wash hands before returning to work. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
12A-16-4
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. In tall silver reach-in cooler by triple sink, raw shell eggs over ready-to-eat chocolate, frosting, cheese. Operator moved to bottom shelf. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - Employee washed hands in a sink other than an approved handwash sink. Observed employee use triple sink to wash hands. Spoke with employees about proper handwashing in handwash sinks only. Operator properly washed hands in correct sink. **Warning**
12A-03-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Dirty dishware in both handwash sinks. Operator cleared the sinks. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
31A-11-4
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 6/14/2023. **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
53B-01-5
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. Provided operator employee reporting agreement, (HR 5030-309) manager health reporting responsibilities (HR 5030-101)and employee health reporting responsibilities (HR 5030-103], discussed with operator importance of employee heath. **Warning**
11-26-1
Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, and warewashing areas. Repeat 6/18/2023. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
36-37-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. Bags flour by restroom, bag sugar and containers filling in corner behind pasty display case. **Warning**
08B-38-4
Basic - Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. 2 open beverages in tall silver reach-in cooler by triple sink. Operator separated the drinks. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
12B-13-4
32
Aug 14, 2023
Routine - Food
3 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed
FL-50
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
52
Jun 14, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 4 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 10 violations
High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed license expired 12-1-2021 **Admin Complaint**
50-17-3
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed buildup of food debris on can opener. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
22-02-4
Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Observed no proof of food manager certificate at location at time of inspection. **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
53A-01-7
Intermediate - No certified food manager for establishment. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ observed no proof of food manager certification at time of inspection. **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
53A-07-6
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. Observed no proof of food handler trading at location at time of inspection. **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
53B-01-5
Basic - Employee drinking from an unenclosed beverage container in a food preparation/clean dishware area and the container does not have a dispensing mechanism to prevent hand contact with lip contact area of drink container. Observed employee beverages on prep,table without lid or straw. **Warning**
12B-12-5
Basic - In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed scoop handle in contact with cornmeal in bulk in use bin. **Warning**
10-01-5
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed working containers on food not label cornmeal, flour, sugar. **Warning**
02D-01-5
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Observed no current license posted in establishment. **Warning**
50-09-4
Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed textured ceiling tile not smooth and easily cleanable. **Warning**
36-37-5
45
Apr 14, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations.
View 4 violations
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. License expired 12/01/21. **Admin Complaint** - From follow-up inspection 2023-04-14: Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. License expired 12/01/21. **Admin Complaint**
50-17-3
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-04-14: Observed Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification **Admin Complaint**
53A-01-7
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No certified food manager for establishment. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-04-14: Observed No certified food manager for establishment. **Admin Complaint**
53A-07-6
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. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-04-14: Observed No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. **Admin Complaint**
53B-01-5
64
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Aromas Ice Cream & Bakery last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Aromas Ice Cream & Bakery on file is from Feb 4, 2026. The public record contains 14 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Aromas Ice Cream & Bakery?
Across the inspection record, “ceiling not smooth” has been cited six times, more than any other issue at Aromas Ice Cream & Bakery.
How does Aromas Ice Cream & Bakery compare to other restaurants in Lehigh Acres?
Aromas Ice Cream & Bakery most recently scored 43 out of 100, which is lower than the Lehigh Acres average of 78.
Has Aromas Ice Cream & Bakery's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Aromas Ice Cream & Bakery have averaged around seven violations per visit, down from roughly 12 earlier in the record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Aromas Ice Cream & Bakery means the most recent inspection flagged either critical violations or a substantial number of smaller ones. Diners may want to read the violation details before deciding to visit.
How often is Aromas Ice Cream & Bakery inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Aromas Ice Cream & Bakery is inspected around five times per year on average.
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