Dairy Queen

5239 Us 98 S, Lakeland, FL 33812

Frozen Desserts

Last inspected: Aug 29, 2025

Score

Low Risk

Dairy Queen appears in inspection records five times, starting in 2023. The most recent report on file is from Aug 29, 2025. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.

Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around two violations each.

Looking across the full record, “nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease” is the recurring theme, flagged three times.

Compared to the broader Lakeland restaurant scene, where the average is 86, this is a stronger showing. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Aug 29, 2025

Routine - Food

2 minor violations.

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Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Behind the ice cream machines on the front counter.

36-73-4

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Exterior of the Brownie Dough machine next to the beverage machine in the service area.

23-03-4

Jan 7, 2025

Routine - Food

1 minor violation.

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Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Unwrapped single-service utensils not presented so that only the handles are touched. Red spoons on the front counter. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-01-07: Red spoons not stored properly. **Time Extended**

25-02-4

Nov 8, 2024

Routine - Food

2 major violations. 3 minor violations.

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Hands Clean and Properly Washed

FL-08

Food Obtained from Approved Sources

FL-11

Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean

FL-23

Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure

FL-25

Toilet Rooms Maintained

FL-53

Nov 7, 2023

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 3 minor violations.

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Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Ice cream scoops in the hand washing sink on the front counter. The scoops were removed to the 3 compartment sink to be washed, rinsed and sanitized. **Corrective Action Taken**

31A-11-4

Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Dairy Queen cup used to scoop Oreo cookie crumbles in the container on the front counter.

14-01-5

Basic - Ceiling vent cover missing. Front counter.

36-36-4

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. **Repeat Violation**

23-03-4

Apr 10, 2023

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 2 minor violations.

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Intermediate - No chlorine chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.

16-37-1

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled reach in coolers

23-03-4

Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Manager had employee put hairnet on **Corrected On-Site**

13-03-4

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 five inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Dairy Queen?

Across the inspection record, “nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Dairy Queen.

How does Dairy Queen compare to other restaurants in Lakeland?

Dairy Queen most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is higher than the Lakeland average of 86.

Has Dairy Queen's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Dairy Queen have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Dairy Queen means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.

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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