I Scream Gelato

813 E Las Olas Blvd, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301
Italian
Last inspected: Feb 20, 2026
58
Score
Medium Risk

Public records show six inspections at I Scream Gelato stretching back to 2022. The most recent visit was on Feb 20, 2026. A medium risk rating points to a few notable findings at the last inspection, though nothing severe.

Recent inspections have turned up roughly the same number of issues each time, hovering near three violations per visit.

“Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored” comes up most often, recorded two times in the inspection record.

That's lower than the typical Fort Lauderdale restaurant, which scores around 80. The full record sits in fairly typical territory for a working restaurant.

6
Inspections
1
Critical latest
2
Major latest
0
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 20, 2026
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations.
View 3 violations
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed
FL-50
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
58
Mar 11, 2025
Food-Licensing Inspection
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Procedures for Responding to Vomiting/Diarrheal Events
FL-05
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
78
Jun 5, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation.
View 2 violations
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored...windex spray bottle stored next cleaned drink glasses at front line , operator removed bottle **Corrected On-Site**
41-10-4
Intermediate - No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine....not provided any kind of hot water sanitizer measuring device or tools . Operator stated that unable to find it. Reviewed test device or tools in online. **Repeat Violation**
16-62-1
78
Apr 26, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 5 major violations.
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High Priority - Raw animal food stored in same container as ready-to-eat food...cheese with raw beef in same container at reach in cooler . Operator removed cheese . **Corrected On-Site**
08A-08-5
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored...windex, Clorox spray bottles stored in prep table, with cleaned glass were,condemns. Operator removed those bottles. **Corrected On-Site**
41-10-4
Intermediate - Incorrect chemical test kit provided for measuring the concentration of the sanitizer solution used in the three-compartment sink and/or dishmachine.
16-32-5
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths....chlorine
16-37-1
Intermediate - No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine....not any kind of tools or device for measuring hot water sanitizer
16-62-1
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled...bug spray bottle , operator labeled **Corrected On-Site**
41-17-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing...stored buckets in handwashing sink at kitchen. Employee removed bucket **Corrected On-Site**
31A-11-4
45
Jun 26, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation.
View 1 violation
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
86
Nov 16, 2022
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Basic - Inaccurate/damaged temperature and/or pressure gauge(s) on dishmachine. Digital readout for DM rinse temperature not working. Rinse temperature adequate for sanitation based on thermo-label.
16-38-5
95

Frequently Asked Questions

When was I Scream Gelato last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at I Scream Gelato on file is from Feb 20, 2026. The public record contains six inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at I Scream Gelato?

Across the inspection record, “toxic substance/chemical improperly stored” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at I Scream Gelato.

How does I Scream Gelato compare to other restaurants in Fort Lauderdale?

I Scream Gelato most recently scored 58 out of 100, which is lower than the Fort Lauderdale average of 80.

Has I Scream Gelato's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at I Scream Gelato have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at I Scream Gelato means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.

How often is I Scream Gelato inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, I Scream Gelato is inspected around two times per year on average.