Tropitaste Ice Cream in Lauderhill
Last inspected:
4263 Nw 12 St, Lauderhill, FL 33313-5834Tropitaste Ice Cream in Lauderhill has accumulated 138 violations across 28 inspections since 2016, averaging 4.9 per visit. The facility was shut down twice, once for roach activity and once for rodent activity. In late 2019, inspectors issued an emergency order and conducted multiple consecutive callback inspections over two months, with high-priority violations cited on at least three separate visits. The most frequently cited violations involve proper ventilation, consumer advisory notices, and protection of outer openings.
Most recent closure: September 12, 2019 for rodent activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Tropitaste Ice Cream in Lauderhill: Comparison to Broward County Averages
This Facility
4.9
violations / inspection
4.9 violations per inspection
Broward County Avg
4.52
violations / inspection
4.52 county average
This Facility
2
emergency closures
2 closures
Broward County Avg
0.23
closures / facility
0.23 county average
Tropitaste Ice Cream in Lauderhill: Emergency Closure History (2)
Tropitaste Ice Cream in Lauderhill: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (2)
Total fines on record: $1,200.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2--2019048355 | $400.00 | Sep 13, 2019 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 2--2016035639 | $800.00 | Jul 26, 2016 | Miami (Doral) |
Tropitaste Ice Cream in Lauderhill: Full Inspection History — DBPR (28)
— 2 inspections14 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 1 inspection8 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections6 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections6 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 5 inspections6 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Administrative Complaint Time Extension
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Intermediate Violations
— 6 inspections26 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Complied
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections19 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 2 violations · Call Back - Complied
— Complaint Full· 10 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 1 inspection9 violations · 8 high priority
— Complaint Full· 9 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 6 inspections16 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Tropitaste Ice Cream in Lauderhill: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Tropitaste Ice Cream in Lauderhill last inspected?
- Tropitaste Ice Cream in Lauderhill was last inspected by Florida DBPR on October 24, 2025. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- When was Tropitaste Ice Cream in Lauderhill last shut down?
- Tropitaste Ice Cream in Lauderhill was last shut down on September 12, 2019 for rodent 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 Tropitaste Ice Cream in Lauderhill?
- The most frequently cited violations at Tropitaste Ice Cream in Lauderhill are: Proper ventilation, Consumer advisory, Outer openings protected.
- How many health inspections has Tropitaste Ice Cream in Lauderhill had?
- Tropitaste Ice Cream in Lauderhill has had 28 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 4.9 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Tropitaste Ice Cream in Lauderhill find?
- Tropitaste Ice Cream in Lauderhill was most recently inspected on October 24, 2025 with 9 violation(s), including 1 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Tropitaste Ice Cream in Lauderhill ever been shut down?
- Yes, Tropitaste Ice Cream in Lauderhill has been emergency-closed 2 times by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- 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 V10 (Approved food source) mean?
- Violation 10 (Approved food source) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/10.
- What does Florida violation V16 (Proper cooking temps) mean?
- Violation 16 (Proper cooking temps) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/16.
- Has Tropitaste Ice Cream in Lauderhill faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Tropitaste Ice Cream in Lauderhill has 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $1,200.00 in fines.
- How much has Tropitaste Ice Cream in Lauderhill been fined?
- Tropitaste Ice Cream in Lauderhill has been fined a total of $1,200.00 across 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
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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.
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