Joys Ice Cream Plus in Fort Pierce
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4959 S Us Hwy 1, Fort Pierce, FL 34982Joys Ice Cream Plus in Fort Pierce has accumulated 98 violations across 19 inspections since 2016, averaging 5.2 violations per inspection — in line with the Florida statewide average of 5.2 per inspection. The facility has not experienced emergency closures. High-priority violations have included improper food storage, shell stock handling failures, employee health policy violations, improper hand washing, inadequate cooking temperatures, missing consumer advisories, and improper chemical storage. The violation pattern shows recurring issues with food safety fundamentals: shell stock requirements were cited in at least three separate inspections (2021, 2022, 2025), chemical storage violations appeared in at least four inspections (2022, 2024, 2025, 2026), and food contact surface violations were documented multiple times. The most recent inspection on February 20, 2026 resulted in no further action required, though it documented one intermediate violation and three basic violations.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Joys Ice Cream Plus in Fort Pierce: Comparison to St. Lucie County Averages
Joys Ice Cream Plus in Fort Pierce: Full Inspection History — DBPR (19)
— 1 inspection3 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 2 inspections8 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections9 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 1 inspection5 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 2 inspections7 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections21 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 14 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections5 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections9 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Complaint Full· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections6 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections6 violations · 4 high priority
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Joys Ice Cream Plus in Fort Pierce: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Joys Ice Cream Plus in Fort Pierce last inspected?
- Joys Ice Cream Plus in Fort Pierce was last inspected by Florida DBPR on February 20, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- What are the most common violations at Joys Ice Cream Plus in Fort Pierce?
- The most frequently cited violations at Joys Ice Cream Plus in Fort Pierce are: Proper ventilation, Chemical properly stored, Consumer advisory.
- How many health inspections has Joys Ice Cream Plus in Fort Pierce had?
- Joys Ice Cream Plus in Fort Pierce has had 19 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 5.2 violations per inspection, matching the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Joys Ice Cream Plus in Fort Pierce find?
- Joys Ice Cream Plus in Fort Pierce was most recently inspected on February 20, 2026 with 4 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Joys Ice Cream Plus in Fort Pierce ever been shut down?
- No, Joys Ice Cream Plus in Fort Pierce has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- 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.
- What does Florida violation V22 (Consumer advisory) mean?
- Violation 22 (Consumer advisory) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/22.
- What does Florida violation V23 (Chemical properly stored) mean?
- Violation 23 (Chemical properly stored) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/23.
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Editorial Standards & Data Oversight
Data Source: This report is based on official public inspection records from the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR) and the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS).
Editorial Process: Content generated using AI to synthesize complex regulatory data, then reviewed and verified for accuracy by our editorial team.
Disclaimer: All data reflects official state records at time of publication. Facilities may have since corrected cited violations, resolved enforcement actions, or changed ownership.
Editor: All content reviewed and verified by Christopher F. Nesbitt, Sr., Nationally Registered EMT & BU-trained Paralegal.
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