Whistle Stop Ice Cream Shoppe

7330 Gladiolus Drive, Fort Myers, FL 33908
Frozen Desserts
Last inspected: Dec 15, 2025
78
Score
Low Risk

Inspectors have visited Whistle Stop Ice Cream Shoppe four times, with records going back to 2022. Whistle Stop Ice Cream Shoppe was last inspected on Dec 15, 2025. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.

Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near four violations each time.

The pattern that stands out is “ice buildup in front packaged ice cream walk-in freezer”, which has been cited two times.

The city-wide average is 80, putting Whistle Stop Ice Cream Shoppe squarely in typical territory. Overall, the inspection record reads well.

4
Inspections
0
Critical latest
1
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Dec 15, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
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Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink next to three compartment. Operator placed paper towels at hand wash sink. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Basic - Ice buildup in front packaged ice cream walk-in freezer.
14-69-4
Basic - Interior roof of oven/microwave has accumulation of grease/food debris.
22-08-4
Basic - Standing water in bottom of front service reach-in-cooler.
29-49-6
78
Jul 16, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
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Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed
FL-50
82
Jul 20, 2023
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
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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. Operator completed form during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
11-26-1
Basic - Ice buildup in ice cream reach-in freezers.
14-69-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Front service hand wash sink.
31B-04-4
82
Jul 6, 2022
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
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Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
70

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Whistle Stop Ice Cream Shoppe last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Whistle Stop Ice Cream Shoppe on file is from Dec 15, 2025. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Whistle Stop Ice Cream Shoppe?

Across the inspection record, “ice buildup in front packaged ice cream walk-in freezer” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Whistle Stop Ice Cream Shoppe.

How does Whistle Stop Ice Cream Shoppe compare to other restaurants in Fort Myers?

Whistle Stop Ice Cream Shoppe most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is about the same as the Fort Myers average of 80.

Has Whistle Stop Ice Cream Shoppe's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Whistle Stop Ice Cream Shoppe have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Whistle Stop Ice Cream Shoppe 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 Whistle Stop Ice Cream Shoppe inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Whistle Stop Ice Cream Shoppe is inspected roughly once per year on average.