Dairy Queen

1902 W Reynolds St, Plant City, FL 335674742
Frozen Desserts
Last inspected: Apr 14, 2026
100
Score
Low Risk

Going back to 2022, Dairy Queen has six inspections in the public record. The most recent report on file is from Apr 14, 2026. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.

Violation counts have been trending down, averaging around two violations across recent inspections versus roughly four violations before.

“Handwash sink missing in warewashing” comes up most often, recorded two times in the inspection record.

Restaurants in Plant City average 81, so Dairy Queen is doing better than most peers. Taken together, the history is a positive one.

6
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
0
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 14, 2026
Food-Licensing Inspection
No violations found.
100
Apr 2, 2026
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations.
View 3 violations
High Priority - Employee began working with food, handling clean equipment or utensils, or touching unwrapped single-service items without first washing hands. Observed employee go through a door multiple times to scoop ice from ice machine and walked back through door without washing hands **Warning**
12A-16-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink missing in warewashing or food preparation area. Observed employee go through a door multiple times to scoop ice from ice machine and walked back through door. Closest hand sink approximately 50 feet away by drive through. **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
31A-07-4
Intermediate - No plans on file for establishment. Entrance to main kitchen area has no hand sink at entrance. Back kitchen area has three prep tables, 2 reach in coolers, meat slicer, can opener and 2 insta pot cookers and cake decorating area along with ice machine. No convenient hand sink. Closest hand sink approximately 50 feet away on opposite end of kitchen, not easily accessible No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
51-16-7
70
Nov 13, 2024
Complaint Full
2 major violations.
View 2 violations
Plumbing Maintained; Sewage Disposal
FL-51
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
82
Sep 11, 2024
Complaint Full
5 major violations.
View 5 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. **Warning**
11-26-1
Intermediate - Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment. **Warning**
11-27-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink missing in warewashing or food preparation area. **Warning**
31A-07-4
Intermediate - No plans on file. Observed three prep tables, with slicer and cake decorating area along with ice machine. Closest hand sink approximately 50 feet away. No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. **Warning**
51-16-7
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
61
Jul 6, 2023
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Intermediate - Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Deli meats, cheese
02C-03-5
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
42-01-4
Basic - Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Open water bottles
12B-13-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Tile over three compartment sink
36-34-5
78
Jul 5, 2022
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. **Admin Complaint**
50-17-2
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. White baffle need cleaned
22-20-5
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Reach in freezer gasket torn
14-11-5
78

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Dairy Queen last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Dairy Queen on file is from Apr 14, 2026. The public record contains six inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Dairy Queen?

Across the inspection record, “handwash sink missing in warewashing” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Dairy Queen.

How does Dairy Queen compare to other restaurants in Plant City?

Dairy Queen most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Plant City average of 81.

Has Dairy Queen's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Dairy Queen have averaged around two violations per visit, down from roughly four earlier in the 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.