Mayday Ice Creams

214 Se 2 Ave, Gainesville, FL 32601

Frozen Desserts

Last inspected: Feb 2, 2026

Score

Low Risk

Mayday Ice Creams has been inspected four times since 2024. On Feb 2, 2026, the health department conducted the most recent visit. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.

Violation counts have been trending down, averaging around two violations across recent inspections versus roughly six violations before.

Compared to the broader Gainesville restaurant scene, where the average is 75, this is a stronger showing. There isn't much in the file that would give a customer pause.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Feb 2, 2026

Routine - Food

2 major violations.

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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. 5 employees. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-12-01: Manager stated he has employees studying for food handler test. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2026-02-02: Employees are required to take test by Friday 2/6. **Admin Complaint**

53B-01-5

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification and no other certified food service manager employed at this location. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-12-01: Operator has it scheduled within the next 2 weeks. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2026-02-02: Operator has taken test as verified via email, he has not received results. **Admin Complaint**

53A-02-7

Dec 1, 2025

Routine - Food

2 major violations.

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53A-02-7

53B-01-5

Sep 29, 2025

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 5 major violations. 5 minor violations.

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Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible

FL-10

Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure

FL-25

Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels

FL-14

Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature

FL-16

Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean

FL-23

Food Received at Proper Temperature

FL-12

Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored

FL-41

Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed

FL-50

Plumbing Maintained; Sewage Disposal

FL-51

Toilet Rooms Maintained

FL-53

Approved Thawing Methods Used

FL-31

Oct 28, 2024

Food-Licensing Inspection

1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.

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High Priority - Container of medicine improperly stored. Antacid stored over reach-in freezer in dry storage. Manager moved antacid during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**

41-07-4

Basic - Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Light fixture in dry storage area.

38-07-4

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Mayday Ice Creams last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Mayday Ice Creams on file is from Feb 2, 2026. The public record contains four inspections in total.

How does Mayday Ice Creams compare to other restaurants in Gainesville?

Mayday Ice Creams most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is higher than the Gainesville average of 75.

Has Mayday Ice Creams' inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Mayday Ice Creams have averaged around two violations per visit, down from roughly six earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Mayday Ice Creams means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.

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