Bird Road Dairy Queen

4040 Sw 67 Ave, Miami, FL 331554700

Frozen Desserts

Last inspected: Sep 9, 2025

Score

Medium Risk

Inspectors have visited Bird Road Dairy Queen four times, with records going back to 2023. The newest entry in the record is dated Sep 9, 2025. A medium risk rating points to a few notable findings at the last inspection, though nothing severe.

The picture has improved over the last few visits: recent inspections have averaged around six violations, down from roughly 12 violations earlier in the record.

Looking across the full record, “old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning” is the recurring theme, flagged two times.

By comparison, the average Miami facility scores 74, putting Bird Road Dairy Queen on the weaker side. The full record sits in fairly typical territory for a working restaurant.

Inspections

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Major latest

Minor latest

Inspection History

Sep 9, 2025

Routine - Food

2 major violations. 4 minor violations.

View 6 violations

Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed expired quaternary test kit since 05-30-2014

16-37-1

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener blade located in back prep area soiled.

22-02-4

Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wet wiping cloth at front counter prep station not stored in sanitizing solution.

21-12-4

Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in freezer located in back prep area with torn gasket.

14-11-5

Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed wet wiping cloth under cutting board near front prep station.

21-04-4

Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed three plastic containers at the dry rack above three compartment sink with old labels. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site**

16-46-4

Aug 8, 2024

Food-Licensing Inspection

2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 7 minor violations.

View 10 violations

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Cheesecake bites (50F - Cold Holding); Milk (48F - Cold Holding) at preparation coolers at front counter. As per manager, items were placed inside unit more than 4 hours prior.

03A-02-5

High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Cheesecake bites (50F - Cold Holding); Milk (48F - Cold Holding) at preparation coolers at front counter. As per manager, items were placed inside unit more than 4 hours prior.

01B-02-5

Intermediate - Observed No soap provided at handwash sink at hand sink at front counter. Manager replenished soap. **Corrected On-Site**

31B-03-4

Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Observed near back exit door.

51-11-4

Basic - Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired. Observed ambient temperature inside preparation cooler at front counter at 50F. Observed reach in freezer at customer area in disrepair. Manager removed all TCS products from units.

14-74-7

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in freezer gaskets soiled with black substance at storage area.

23-03-4

Basic - Observed no handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees at front counter.

31B-04-4

Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed old labels on containers on shelf above three compartment sink. **Corrected On-Site**

16-46-4

Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed interior of preparation counter soiled with food debris.

22-16-4

Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.

42-01-4

Mar 19, 2024

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 11 minor violations.

View 13 violations

Hands Clean and Properly Washed

FL-08

Food Received at Proper Temperature

FL-12

Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure

FL-25

Toxic Substances Properly Identified, Stored, Used

FL-32

Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved

FL-35

Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place

FL-36

Plumbing Maintained; Sewage Disposal

FL-51

Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature

FL-16

Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels

FL-14

Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated

FL-13

Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures

FL-21

Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized

FL-22

Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean

FL-23

Jan 4, 2023

Complaint Full

1 major violation. 4 minor violations.

View 5 violations

Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels

FL-14

Toxic Substances Properly Identified, Stored, Used

FL-32

Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place

FL-36

Washing Fruits and Vegetables

FL-42

Toilet Rooms Maintained

FL-53

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Bird Road Dairy Queen last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Bird Road Dairy Queen on file is from Sep 9, 2025. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Bird Road Dairy Queen?

Across the inspection record, “old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Bird Road Dairy Queen.

How does Bird Road Dairy Queen compare to other restaurants in Miami?

Bird Road Dairy Queen most recently scored 67 out of 100, which is lower than the Miami average of 74.

Has Bird Road Dairy Queen's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Bird Road Dairy Queen have averaged around six violations per visit, down from roughly 12 earlier in the record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Bird Road Dairy Queen means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.

How often is Bird Road Dairy Queen inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Bird Road Dairy Queen is inspected roughly once per year on average.

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