Dippin Dots Ice Cream in Panama City Beach

Last inspected:

801 S Pier Park Drive Ste 105, Panama City Beach, FL 32413
Overview

Dippin Dots Ice Cream in Panama City Beach was emergency-closed on November 15, 2017 for roach activity. The facility has accumulated 26 violations across 17 inspections since 2021, with a subject to a $400 disciplinary fine. The most recent inspection on August 8, 2025 found 12 violations including intermediate and basic infractions related to food contact surfaces, allergen awareness, and chemical storage, though the inspection was completed with no further action required. Prior inspections in 2024 and early 2023 showed improved compliance with zero violations recorded.

Most recent closure: November 15, 2017 for roach activity.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.

17Inspections
26Violations
1Closures
$400in Fines

Last inspected DBPR:

Dippin Dots Ice Cream in Panama City Beach: Comparison to Bay County Averages

This Facility 1.5 violations / inspection 1.5 violations per inspection
Bay County Avg 3.13 violations / inspection 3.13 county average
This Facility 1 emergency closures 1 closures
Bay County Avg 0.17 closures / facility 0.17 county average

Dippin Dots Ice Cream in Panama City Beach: Emergency Closure History (1)

Emergency closure history for Dippin Dots Ice Cream in Panama City Beach
DateReasonReopened
Roach activity 17:34:00

Dippin Dots Ice Cream in Panama City Beach: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)

Total fines on record: $400.00

Disciplinary action history for Dippin Dots Ice Cream in Panama City Beach
Action DateCase NumberFineViolation DateEnforcement Office
6--2017055183 $400.00 Nov 15, 2017 Miami (Doral)

Dippin Dots Ice Cream in Panama City Beach: Full Inspection History — DBPR (17)

— 1 inspection4 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections0 violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

No violations recorded for this inspection.

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

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— 2 inspections2 violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— 1 inspection0 violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— 3 inspections2 violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending

Basic Violations

— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending

Basic Violations

— 2 inspections3 violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Warning Issued
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Intermediate Violations

— 1 inspection0 violations
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— 4 inspections8 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Emergency Order Callback Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Complaint Full· 1 violations · Emergency Order Callback Not Complied

Intermediate Violations

— Complaint Full· 3 violations · Emergency order recommended
— 1 inspection5 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Dippin Dots Ice Cream in Panama City Beach: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Dippin Dots Ice Cream in Panama City Beach last inspected?
Dippin Dots Ice Cream in Panama City Beach was last inspected by Florida DBPR on August 8, 2025. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
When was Dippin Dots Ice Cream in Panama City Beach last shut down?
Dippin Dots Ice Cream in Panama City Beach was last shut down on November 15, 2017 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 Dippin Dots Ice Cream in Panama City Beach?
The most frequently cited violations at Dippin Dots Ice Cream in Panama City Beach are: Outer openings protected, Clean multi-use utensils, Adequate lighting.
How many health inspections has Dippin Dots Ice Cream in Panama City Beach had?
Dippin Dots Ice Cream in Panama City Beach has had 17 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 1.5 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
What did the most recent inspection of Dippin Dots Ice Cream in Panama City Beach find?
Dippin Dots Ice Cream in Panama City Beach was most recently inspected on August 8, 2025 with 4 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
Has Dippin Dots Ice Cream in Panama City Beach ever been shut down?
Yes, Dippin Dots Ice Cream in Panama City Beach has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
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 V25 (Allergen awareness) mean?
Violation 25 (Allergen awareness) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/25.
Has Dippin Dots Ice Cream in Panama City Beach faced any disciplinary actions?
Yes, Dippin Dots Ice Cream in Panama City Beach has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $400.00 in fines.
How much has Dippin Dots Ice Cream in Panama City Beach been fined?
Dippin Dots Ice Cream in Panama City Beach has been fined a total of $400.00 across 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.

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