Dairy Queen

1688 Scenic Gulf Dr Ste B, Miramar Beach, FL 32550

Frozen Desserts

Last inspected: Aug 28, 2025

Score

Low Risk

Going back to 2022, Dairy Queen has five inspections in the public record. Dairy Queen was last inspected on Aug 28, 2025. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.

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

Across the inspection history, “stored food not covered” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded three times.

Compared to other Miramar Beach restaurants (averaging 81), there's room to close the gap. Taken together, the history is a positive one.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Aug 28, 2025

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 3 minor violations.

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Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink near front counter and in ware washing area. Employee re stocked paper towels at both sinks. **Corrected On-Site**

31B-02-4

Basic - Heavy ice build up in upright cake freezer.

14-69-4

Basic - Objectionable odors lobby at front counter of the establishment.

36-64-5

Basic - Stored food not covered. Cake stored in upright freezer not covered. Employee discarded cake. Queso stored in walk in cooler not covered. **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation**

08B-12-5

Dec 2, 2024

Routine - Food

No violations found.

100

Oct 3, 2024

Routine - Food

4 major violations. 3 minor violations.

View 7 violations

Intermediate - No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses.

11-26-1

Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Sink blocked with bucket and floor sign.

31A-09-4

Intermediate - No certified food manager for establishment. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ **Warning**

53A-07-6

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. **Warning**

53B-01-5

Basic - Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Employee food stored in walk in cooler on shelf next to food for guest not labeled.

08B-49-4

Basic - Stored food not covered. Cakes stored in upright freezer not covered.

08B-12-5

Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.

50-09-4

May 20, 2024

Food-Licensing Inspection

1 major violation. 3 minor violations.

View 4 violations

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Make bar soiled.

22-02-4

Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.

22-20-5

Basic - Food stored on floor. Case of ice cream cones stored on floor near 3 compartment sink.

08B-38-4

Basic - Stored food not covered. Ice cream on cones in reach in freezer uncovered.

08B-12-5

Aug 11, 2022

Complaint Full

2 major violations. 6 minor violations.

View 8 violations

Intermediate - Chemical test kit not used to ensure proper sanitization of equipment and utensils when using a chemical sanitizer. Quaternary sanitizer 0 ppm. Employee changed solution to 200 ppm. **Corrected On-Site**

16-33-4

Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Blocked with trash can .

31A-09-4

Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Hat stored on food prep table at cake decorating area. Hat stored on food contact table at front counter near utensils. Back pack stored on top of cups near office.

40-06-5

Basic - Objectionable odors in bathroom or other areas of the establishment. Strong odor at entry to front counter under blower.

36-64-5

Basic - Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Canned Drink stored in reach in freezer.

12B-13-4

Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Box of cups stored on floor near shelf and office.

25-05-4

Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.

22-20-5

Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Drink on food contact table at front counter near plastic utensils.

12B-07-4

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Dairy Queen last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Dairy Queen on file is from Aug 28, 2025. The public record contains five inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Dairy Queen?

Across the inspection record, “stored food not covered” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Dairy Queen.

How does Dairy Queen compare to other restaurants in Miramar Beach?

Dairy Queen most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is lower than the Miramar Beach average of 81.

Has Dairy Queen's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Dairy Queen have averaged around four 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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