Four Palates Gelato & Bakery in Clermont

Last inspected:

16640 Cagan Crossing Blvd Unit 302, Clermont, FL 34714
Overview

Four Palaces Gelato & Bakery in Clermont has accumulated 164 violations across 25 inspections since 2016, averaging 6.6 violations per inspection—nearly 30% above the statewide average of 5.2. The facility was emergency-closed on October 9, 2018 for roach activity and has been subject to one disciplinary action resulting in $400 in fines. Employee health policy violations have been cited in at least 8 inspections, food contact surface violations in at least 7 inspections, and chemical storage violations in at least 6 inspections, reflecting systemic management issues that persist across years. The most recent inspection on March 10, 2026 documented 13 violations (6 intermediate, 7 basic) and resulted in a Warning Issued disposition, indicating formal escalation. Prior inspections in September 2025 and March 2025 were completed with no further action despite ongoing violations in the same categories, while an April 2024 inspection cited 12 violations (3 high-priority) and prompted a callback extension in June 2024.

Most recent closure: October 9, 2018 for roach activity.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.

25Inspections
164Violations
1Closures
$400in Fines

Last inspected DBPR:

Four Palates Gelato & Bakery in Clermont: Comparison to Lake County Averages

This Facility 6.6 violations / inspection 6.6 violations per inspection
Lake County Avg 6.29 violations / inspection 6.29 county average
This Facility 1 emergency closures 1 closures
Lake County Avg 0.08 closures / facility 0.08 county average

Four Palates Gelato & Bakery in Clermont: Emergency Closure History (1)

Emergency closure history for Four Palates Gelato & Bakery in Clermont
DateReasonReopened
Roach activity 09:55:00

Four Palates Gelato & Bakery in Clermont: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)

Total fines on record: $400.00

Disciplinary action history for Four Palates Gelato & Bakery in Clermont
Action DateCase NumberFineViolation DateEnforcement Office
4--2018053799 $400.00 Oct 9, 2018 Miami (Doral)

Four Palates Gelato & Bakery in Clermont: Full Inspection History — DBPR (25)

— 1 inspection11 violations · 6 high priority
— 2 inspections10 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 4 inspections32 violations · 17 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 12 violations (6 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 4 inspections30 violations · 15 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 11 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Complied

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

— Routine - Food· 14 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 2 inspections2 violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Administrative complaint recommended

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

— Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— 1 inspection4 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 1 inspection4 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 7 inspections32 violations · 20 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Time Extension

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 3 inspections8 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 8 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Four Palates Gelato & Bakery in Clermont: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Four Palates Gelato & Bakery in Clermont last inspected?
Four Palates Gelato & Bakery in Clermont was last inspected by Florida DBPR on March 10, 2026. The result was: Warning Issued.
When was Four Palates Gelato & Bakery in Clermont last shut down?
Four Palates Gelato & Bakery in Clermont was last shut down on October 9, 2018 for roach activity. This data reflects state records at time of publication. The facility may have since resolved these issues.
What are the most common violations at Four Palates Gelato & Bakery in Clermont?
The most frequently cited violations at Four Palates Gelato & Bakery in Clermont are: Food contact surfaces, Proper ventilation, Employee health policy.
How many health inspections has Four Palates Gelato & Bakery in Clermont had?
Four Palates Gelato & Bakery in Clermont has had 25 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 6.6 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
What did the most recent inspection of Four Palates Gelato & Bakery in Clermont find?
Four Palates Gelato & Bakery in Clermont was most recently inspected on March 10, 2026 with 13 violation(s). Disposition: Warning Issued.
Has Four Palates Gelato & Bakery in Clermont ever been shut down?
Yes, Four Palates Gelato & Bakery in Clermont has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
What does Florida violation V02 (Employee health policy) mean?
Violation 02 (Employee health policy) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/02.
What does Florida violation V08 (Proper hand/arm washing) mean?
Violation 08 (Proper hand/arm washing) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/08.
What does Florida violation V14 (Food contact surfaces) mean?
Violation 14 (Food contact surfaces) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/14.
Has Four Palates Gelato & Bakery in Clermont faced any disciplinary actions?
Yes, Four Palates Gelato & Bakery in Clermont has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $400.00 in fines.
How much has Four Palates Gelato & Bakery in Clermont been fined?
Four Palates Gelato & Bakery in Clermont has been fined a total of $400.00 across 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.

Nearby Establishments to Four Palates Gelato & Bakery

Poor Inspection Records Near Clermont

Stories You May Have Missed Clermont

This page is maintained by FloridaFoodSafety.org and is not affiliated with Four Palates Gelato & Bakery. How we collect and verify this data.