Dairy Queen

15993 Nw 163 Ln, Alachua, FL 32615

Frozen Desserts

Last inspected: Aug 29, 2025

Score

High Risk

Dairy Queen appears in inspection records four times, starting in 2023. Inspectors last stopped by on Aug 29, 2025. A high risk rating points to multiple serious findings at the most recent inspection.

Violation counts have ticked up lately, averaging around 10 violations per visit versus roughly two violations earlier in the record.

That's lower than the typical Alachua restaurant, which scores around 75. Diners may want to scan the inspection details before deciding to visit.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Aug 29, 2025

Routine - Food

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

View 10 violations

Hands Clean and Properly Washed

FL-08

Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible

FL-10

Food Received at Proper Temperature

FL-12

Personal Cleanliness

FL-40

Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored

FL-41

Plumbing Maintained; Sewage Disposal

FL-51

Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels

FL-14

Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean

FL-23

Approved Thawing Methods Used

FL-31

Proper Sanitizer Contact Time and Concentration

FL-33

Feb 19, 2025

Routine - Food

No violations found.

100

Jan 31, 2025

Routine - Food

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

View 5 violations

High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Hose side of splitter for mop sink.

29-42-4

Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. No proof of approved employee training. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**

53B-01-5

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Table top mixer heads in drive thru area.

22-02-4

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood vents above cook line grill greasy.

23-03-4

Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Mops stored in buckets next to mop sink.

42-01-4

Oct 9, 2023

Food-Licensing Inspection

1 minor violation.

View 1 violation

Basic - Missing drain plug at dumpster. Dumpster behind building.

33-11-4

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Dairy Queen last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Dairy Queen on file is from Aug 29, 2025. The public record contains four inspections in total.

How does Dairy Queen compare to other restaurants in Alachua?

Dairy Queen most recently scored 45 out of 100, which is lower than the Alachua average of 75.

Has Dairy Queen's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Dairy Queen have averaged around 10 violations per visit, up from roughly two earlier in the record.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at Dairy Queen means the most recent inspection flagged either critical violations or a substantial number of smaller ones. Diners may want to read the violation details before deciding to visit.

How often is Dairy Queen inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Dairy Queen is inspected around two times per year on average.

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