Dairy Queen Grill & Chill

860 Us Hwy 27, Clermont, FL 34714

Frozen Desserts

Last inspected: Feb 26, 2026

Score

High Risk

Going back to 2023, Dairy Queen Grill & Chill has five inspections in the public record. The latest inspection on file is from Feb 26, 2026. The high risk label is a heads-up that the most recent visit didn't go well.

Recent inspections have turned up more issues than earlier ones, averaging around 14 violations lately compared to roughly six violations before.

When inspectors have written things up, “exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens” has been the most frequent reason, cited three times.

The city-wide average sits at 68, which Dairy Queen Grill & Chill's 43 doesn't quite reach. Diners may want to scan the inspection details before deciding to visit.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Feb 26, 2026

Complaint Full

3 major violations. 11 minor violations.

View 14 violations

Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. -housemade ranch in walk in cooler. Operator determined date and dated. **Corrected On-Site**

02C-02-5

Intermediate - Water treatment device has not been inspected or serviced according to manufacturer's instructions. -by soda boxes, operator determined date by invoice and labeled **Corrected On-Site**

29-28-4

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. -ice dispenser at soda machine in lobby **Repeat Violation**

22-02-4

Basic - Drain cover(s) missing at mop sink, operator replaced **Corrected On-Site**

29-18-4

Basic - Equipment in poor repair. -gaskets on reach in cooler in ice cream area.

14-11-5

Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. -back door **Repeat Violation**

35B-01-4

Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site**

10-08-5

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -gaskets on reach in freezer near cook line -bread shelves on cook line -exterior covering over drive thru window has residue

23-03-4

Basic - Open dumpster lid, operator closed **Corrected On-Site**

33-16-4

Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. -by mop sink

36-27-5

Basic - Water leaking from spray hoses at triple sink

29-11-4

Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Operator hung to dry. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**

42-01-4

Basic - Wiping cloth quaternary ammonium compound sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. -Sanitizer Bucket (Quaternary 0ppm), operator made new solution, 200 ppm **Corrected On-Site**

21-08-4

Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. -employee cell phone on cardboard cake liners in kitchen. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site**

40-06-5

Aug 4, 2025

Complaint Full

1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.

View 5 violations

High Priority - Live, small flying insects found -1 flying insect on cook line

35A-02-7

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. -ice dispenser at soda machine in lobby.

22-02-4

Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. -back door **Repeat Violation**

35B-01-4

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -gaskets on reach in freezer on cook line and reach in drawer on ice cream line -underside of soda dispenser in lobby

23-03-4

Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. -operator corrected **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**

42-01-4

Jul 22, 2024

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 6 minor violations.

View 7 violations

Hands Clean and Properly Washed

FL-08

Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized

FL-22

Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used

FL-24

Toxic Substances Properly Identified, Stored, Used

FL-32

Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved

FL-35

Personal Cleanliness

FL-40

Washing Fruits and Vegetables

FL-42

Jul 31, 2023

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.

View 3 violations

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Sandwich top reach in cooler across from cooking area Sliced tomatoes 50 Diced tomatoes 51 Cut lettuce 49 Top,part was off Placed in walk in cooler for temperature recovery 20 minutes later Sliced tomatoes 43 Diced tomatoes 40 Cut lettuce 38 **Corrected On-Site**

03A-02-5

Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Cups at drive thru next to the window **Corrected On-Site**

25-06-4

Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. By mop sink **Corrected On-Site**

42-01-4

Mar 21, 2023

Food-Licensing Inspection

1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.

View 3 violations

High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb under three compartment sink and at splitter for mop sink.

29-34-4

Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.

32-12-5

Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.

35B-01-4

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Dairy Queen Grill & Chill last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Dairy Queen Grill & Chill on file is from Feb 26, 2026. The public record contains five inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Dairy Queen Grill & Chill?

Across the inspection record, “exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Dairy Queen Grill & Chill.

How does Dairy Queen Grill & Chill compare to other restaurants in Clermont?

Dairy Queen Grill & Chill most recently scored 43 out of 100, which is lower than the Clermont average of 68.

Has Dairy Queen Grill & Chill's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Dairy Queen Grill & Chill have averaged around 14 violations per visit, up from roughly six earlier in the record.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at Dairy Queen Grill & Chill 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 Grill & Chill inspected?

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

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