Karma Cream

607 W University Ave, Gainesville, FL 32601

Frozen Desserts

Last inspected: Nov 10, 2025

Score

Low Risk

Public records show six inspections at Karma Cream stretching back to 2023. The most recent report on file is from Nov 10, 2025. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.

The trend has been favorable: violation counts have eased from around four violations to closer to two violations per visit over the last few inspections.

The pattern that stands out is “employee beverage container on a food preparation table”, which has been cited two times.

Restaurants in Gainesville average 75, so Karma Cream is doing better than most peers. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Nov 10, 2025

Routine - Food

3 minor violations.

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Washing Fruits and Vegetables

FL-42

Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated

FL-13

Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels

FL-14

Jan 16, 2025

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 2 minor violations.

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Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Interior left wall of ice machine.

22-02-4

Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Mop inside top of mop bucket not stored in a dry able manner.

42-01-4

Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Ice cream display reach in freezer behind front counter.

14-69-4

Jan 19, 2024

Complaint Partial

No violations found.

100

Aug 3, 2023

Complaint Full

No violations found.

100

Jul 19, 2023

Complaint Full

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

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High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. half half (63F - Cold Holding) in silver self service coffee creamer, spoke to operators about keeping in cooler or placing item on time as a public health control application, employee stated item only lasts 2 hours.

03A-02-5

High Priority - Container of medicine improperly stored. Bottle of medicine in same container with beverages above flour bin.

41-07-4

Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Emily Schwartz expired 7/5/2023, only food manager. **Warning**

53A-01-7

Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Container with 2 beverages on top of flour bin in the back kitchen area. **Repeat Violation**

12B-07-4

Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Reach in cooler on front counter door handle cracked and repaired with duct tape. Plastic lids that are cracked on containers in reach in cooler on cooks line. Small cutting boards by ice cream with deep cut marks.

14-11-5

Basic - Nonfood-contact surfaces not designed and constructed to allow easy cleaning and maintenance. Paint brushes with silver attachment used to clean coffee making equipment.

14-52-4

Feb 28, 2023

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 4 minor violations.

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High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Spray bottles hanging on container holding spices under back prep area. Operator moved bottles. **Corrected On-Site**

41-10-4

Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. 2 bottles under front counter Handwash sink, operator labeled. **Corrected On-Site**

41-17-4

Intermediate - No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Certified manager showed up during inspection. **Corrective Action Taken**

53A-05-6

Basic - Duct tape used to repair nonfood-contact surface. Reach in cooler handles plastic guard was broken, duct tape used to fix handle, reach in cooler in front of the coffee making area.

14-71-4

Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee beverages on shelf above flour bin in back area.

12B-07-4

Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Behind the dry storage rack in back kitchen. Wall soiled by air vent on back wall above reach in freezer that is not in use.

36-73-4

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Reach in freezer holding ice cream across from Three compartment sink the gasket is soiled.

23-03-4

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Karma Cream last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Karma Cream on file is from Nov 10, 2025. The public record contains six inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Karma Cream?

Across the inspection record, “employee beverage container on a food preparation table” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Karma Cream.

How does Karma Cream compare to other restaurants in Gainesville?

Karma Cream most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is higher than the Gainesville average of 75.

Has Karma Cream's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Karma Cream have averaged around two violations per visit, down from roughly four earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Karma 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 Karma Cream inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Karma Cream is inspected around two times per year on average.

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