Cold Stone Creamery in Ocala
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2701 Sw College Rd, Ocala, FL 34474Part of: Cold Stone Creamery Florida health inspections, violations & closures
Cold Stone Creamery #1323 in Ocala has compiled a problematic compliance record marked by consistently elevated violation counts and repeated formal enforcement escalations. Across 16 inspections since 2020, the facility averaged 6.4 violations per inspection—more than 20% above Florida's statewide average of 5.2—with high-priority violations appearing in 8 of the last 4 inspections. Employee health policy violations were cited in at least 3 separate inspections (2021, 2022, 2020), indicating a recurring systemic failure in sick-worker protocols. Food contact surface violations appeared in 5 of the last 4 inspections, suggesting persistent sanitation or maintenance issues. Chemical storage violations were documented twice in the most recent inspection alone. The facility has not experienced an emergency closure, but three of the last four inspections (January 2026, January 2025, January 2024) resulted in "Administrative complaint recommended"—a formal escalation indicating violations serious enough to warrant potential disciplinary proceedings. The most recent inspection on January 20, 2026 cited 8 violations and again recommended administrative complaint.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Cold Stone Creamery in Ocala: Comparison to Marion County Averages
Cold Stone Creamery in Ocala: Full Inspection History — DBPR (16)
— 1 inspection4 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— 1 inspection3 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— 1 inspection9 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections7 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections7 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection9 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection7 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections15 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 5 inspections25 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
Cold Stone Creamery in Ocala: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Cold Stone Creamery in Ocala last inspected?
- Cold Stone Creamery #1323 in Ocala was last inspected by Florida DBPR on January 20, 2026. The result was: Administrative complaint recommended.
- What are the most common violations at Cold Stone Creamery in Ocala?
- The most frequently cited violations at Cold Stone Creamery #1323 in Ocala are: Food contact surfaces, Outer openings protected, Clean multi-use utensils.
- How many health inspections has Cold Stone Creamery in Ocala had?
- Cold Stone Creamery #1323 in Ocala has had 16 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 6.4 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Cold Stone Creamery in Ocala find?
- Cold Stone Creamery #1323 in Ocala was most recently inspected on January 20, 2026 with 4 violation(s). Disposition: Administrative complaint recommended.
- Has Cold Stone Creamery in Ocala ever been shut down?
- No, Cold Stone Creamery #1323 in Ocala 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 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.
- What does Florida violation V50 (Adequate lighting) mean?
- Violation 50 (Adequate lighting) is classified as a basic priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/50.
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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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