Serendipity Creamery in Surfside
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9457 Harding Ave, Surfside, FL 33154Serendipity Creamery in Surfside has accumulated 61 violations across 16 inspections since 2019, averaging 3.8 violations per inspection — below the statewide average of 5.2 but reflecting persistent compliance gaps. Hand washing and food handling violations, particularly concerning proper hand/arm washing and shell stock requirements, recurred across multiple inspections dating back to 2021. The facility received one disciplinary action and an administrative complaint recommendation in January 2023 after an inspection documented violations in handwashing facilities, proper cooking temperatures, and time-as-control procedures. The most recent inspection on October 27, 2025 resulted in compliance after a prior call back, following a Warning Issued disposition on August 25, 2025 when inspectors documented high-priority violations in hand washing, shell stock handling, and food condition.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Serendipity Creamery in Surfside: Comparison to Miami-Dade County Averages
Serendipity Creamery in Surfside: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1--2020011496 | — | Dec 20, 2019 | Miami (Doral) |
Serendipity Creamery in Surfside: Full Inspection History — DBPR (17)
— 1 inspection5 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections5 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections4 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection5 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 1 inspection6 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 1 inspection5 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 4 inspections16 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 5 inspections14 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic 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· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
Serendipity Creamery in Surfside: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Serendipity Creamery in Surfside last inspected?
- Serendipity Creamery in Surfside was last inspected by Florida DBPR on May 26, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- What are the most common violations at Serendipity Creamery in Surfside?
- The most frequently cited violations at Serendipity Creamery in Surfside are: Outer openings protected, Clean multi-use utensils, Proper hand/arm washing.
- How many health inspections has Serendipity Creamery in Surfside had?
- Serendipity Creamery in Surfside has had 17 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 4 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Serendipity Creamery in Surfside find?
- Serendipity Creamery in Surfside was most recently inspected on May 26, 2026 with 7 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Serendipity Creamery in Surfside ever been shut down?
- No, Serendipity Creamery in Surfside has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- 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 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 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 Serendipity Creamery in Surfside faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Serendipity Creamery in Surfside has 1 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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