Happy Sun Ice Cream in Fort Myers

Last inspected:

1421 Ortiz Ave, Fort Myers, FL 33905
Overview

Happy Sun Ice Cream in Fort Myers has been inspected 13 times since 2019, accumulating 53 violations—an average of 4.1 per inspection, slightly below the Florida statewide average of 5.2. The facility has not experienced emergency closures. High-priority violations have included employee health policy concerns, improper cooking temperatures, and time-as-a-control-measure lapses, with hand washing violations appearing in multiple inspections. Fire safety violations have been documented in three recent inspections, including locked or blocked marked exits cited in 2023, 2024, and 2025. The most recent inspection on September 22, 2025 identified 9 violations and resulted in no further action required.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.

13Inspections
53Violations
0Closures
5Fire

Last inspected DBPR:

Happy Sun Ice Cream in Fort Myers: Comparison to Lee County Averages

This Facility 4.1 violations / inspection 4.1 violations per inspection
Lee County Avg 4.36 violations / inspection 4.36 county average
This Facility 0 emergency closures 0 closures
Lee County Avg 0.1 closures / facility 0.1 county average

Happy Sun Ice Cream in Fort Myers: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (5)

— 1 fire violation

— Routine - Food · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Inspector Observation: Marked exit/path to marked exit blocked. For reporting purposes only. Observed side door marked exit by unisex bathroom blocked. **Repeat Violation**
Legal Basis: Reporting: (d) The division, or its agent, shall notify the local firesafety authority or the State Fire Marshal of any readily observable violation of a rule adopted under chapter 633 which relates to public lodging establishments or public food establishments, and the identification of such violation does not require any firesafety inspection certification. For reporting purposes only.
— 1 fire violation

— Routine - Food · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Inspector Observation: Marked exit/path to marked exit blocked. For reporting purposes only. Observed marked exit door blocked with metal rod and high chairs in front of it.
Legal Basis: Reporting: (d) The division, or its agent, shall notify the local firesafety authority or the State Fire Marshal of any readily observable violation of a rule adopted under chapter 633 which relates to public lodging establishments or public food establishments, and the identification of such violation does not require any firesafety inspection certification. For reporting purposes only.
— 1 fire violation

— Routine - Food · 46-04-4 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Inspector Observation: Exit door locked. For reporting purposes only. **Repeat Violation**
Legal Basis: Reporting: (d) The division, or its agent, shall notify the local firesafety authority or the State Fire Marshal of any readily observable violation of a rule adopted under chapter 633 which relates to public lodging establishments or public food establishments, and the identification of such violation does not require any firesafety inspection certification. For reporting purposes only.
— 1 fire violation

— Routine - Food · 46-04-4 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Inspector Observation: Exit door locked. For reporting purposes only.
Legal Basis: Reporting: (d) The division, or its agent, shall notify the local firesafety authority or the State Fire Marshal of any readily observable violation of a rule adopted under chapter 633 which relates to public lodging establishments or public food establishments, and the identification of such violation does not require any firesafety inspection certification. For reporting purposes only.
— 1 fire violation

— Routine - Food · 48-04-4 · Warning Issued

Inspector Observation: Propane tank (larger than 2.7 lb. water capacity/1 lb. gas capacity) located inside of the building. For reporting purposes only. Two large propane tanks inside building.
Legal Basis: Reporting: (d) The division, or its agent, shall notify the local firesafety authority or the State Fire Marshal of any readily observable violation of a rule adopted under chapter 633 which relates to public lodging establishments or public food establishments, and the identification of such violation does not require any firesafety inspection certification. For reporting purposes only.

Happy Sun Ice Cream in Fort Myers: Full Inspection History — DBPR (13)

— 1 inspection3 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V27 Correct procedures

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

Basic Violations

V46 No smoking signs
— 1 inspection3 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V21 Time as control
V27 Correct procedures

Basic Violations

V46 No smoking signs
— 2 inspections10 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V16 Proper cooking temps
V21 Time as control
V22 Consumer advisory

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy
V11 Food in good condition

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal
V41 Toilet facilities
V42 Equipment condition

Basic Violations

V46 No smoking signs
— 2 inspections9 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V08 Proper hand/arm washing
V12 Shell stock requirements
V21 Time as control
V25 Allergen awareness

Intermediate Violations

V42 Equipment condition

Basic Violations

V46 No smoking signs
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V08 Proper hand/arm washing
V10 Approved food source

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils
— 1 inspection1 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V21 Time as control
— 2 inspections5 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V25 Allergen awareness

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils
V32 Proper sanitizing
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 2 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Intermediate Violations

V32 Proper sanitizing
V36 Proper ventilation
— 1 inspection14 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 14 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy
V03 Employee health reporting
V12 Shell stock requirements
V14 Food contact surfaces
V21 Time as control
V22 Consumer advisory

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal
V31 Clean multi-use utensils
V32 Proper sanitizing
V36 Proper ventilation
V38 Waste properly disposed
V41 Toilet facilities

Basic Violations

V48 Food storage
V53 Outer openings protected
— 1 inspection1 violations · 1 high priority
— Complaint Full· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V22 Consumer advisory
— 2 inspections4 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V14 Food contact surfaces
V16 Proper cooking temps

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Happy Sun Ice Cream in Fort Myers: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Happy Sun Ice Cream in Fort Myers last inspected?
Happy Sun Ice Cream in Fort Myers was last inspected by Florida DBPR on September 22, 2025. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
What are the most common violations at Happy Sun Ice Cream in Fort Myers?
The most frequently cited violations at Happy Sun Ice Cream in Fort Myers are: Clean multi-use utensils, Time as control, No smoking signs.
How many health inspections has Happy Sun Ice Cream in Fort Myers had?
Happy Sun Ice Cream in Fort Myers has had 13 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 4.1 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
What did the most recent inspection of Happy Sun Ice Cream in Fort Myers find?
Happy Sun Ice Cream in Fort Myers was most recently inspected on September 22, 2025 with 3 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
Has Happy Sun Ice Cream in Fort Myers ever been shut down?
No, Happy Sun Ice Cream in Fort Myers has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
What does Florida violation V27 (Correct procedures) mean?
Violation 27 (Correct procedures) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/27.
What does Florida violation V31 (Clean multi-use utensils) mean?
Violation 31 (Clean multi-use utensils) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/31.
What does Florida violation V46 (No smoking signs) mean?
Violation 46 (No smoking signs) is classified as a basic priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/46.
Has Happy Sun Ice Cream in Fort Myers had any fire safety violations?
Yes, Happy Sun Ice Cream in Fort Myers has 5 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.

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