Pops Waffle & Ice Cream Shoppe INC
1221 11th Street, Unit 101, Saint Cloud, FL 34769 · Permanent Food Service · License 5911839
What drove the grade
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
How the score was calculated
- Starting score100
- Violations at the Oct 7 complaint inspection1 high priority, 1 intermediate, 3 basic (1 repeat)-13
- Administrative complaint on Oct 7Counts in full until a follow-up finds the problems fixed-20
- Safety score67
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Inspection history
1 inspection · 1 visitComplaint inspection
- First visitOct 7, 2026 Administrative complaint
Serious or repeated problems led the inspector to recommend formal action by the state, which can include fines.
5 violations found:
Official report, on the Florida DBPR websiteWhat the inspector cited
High priority1
Code 50, Current license displayed: Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
Expired as of April 1st 2026 Operator renewed during inspection Observed facility open and operating serving guests
Administrative complaint
Intermediate1
Code 53, Manager certification and employee training: Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees.
To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant & Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Basic3
Code 14, Food-contact surfaces designed and maintained: Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer.
Front counter chest freezers
Repeat violation
Code 32, Restrooms: Bathroom door left open other than during cleaning or maintenance.
Code 36, Floors, walls, ceilings and ventilation: Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris.
Underneath equipment pieces and three compartment sink
Reading this report
Priority levels
- High priority The problems most likely to make someone sick directly.
- Intermediate Could lead to a high-priority problem if not fixed.
- Basic Best practices and general upkeep.