Dairy Queen

909 Kings Hwy Unit C, Port Charlotte, FL 33980

Frozen Desserts

Last inspected: Jan 27, 2026

Score

Low Risk

Public records show six inspections at Dairy Queen stretching back to 2024. The newest entry in the record is dated Jan 27, 2026. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.

Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near two violations each time.

“Bathroom facility in disrepair” comes up most often, recorded three times in the inspection record.

Among Port Charlotte restaurants, the typical score is 82; Dairy Queen is comfortably above that bar. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Jan 27, 2026

Routine - Food

2 minor violations.

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Basic - Bathroom facility in disrepair. Observed men's urinal in disrepair. **Repeat Violation**

32-05-4

Basic - Plumbing system in disrepair. Observed spray handle in disrepair at 3 compartment sink.

29-08-4

Sep 12, 2025

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.

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High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Observed exterior mop sink at back of establishment with no vacuum breakers. Educated the operator.

29-42-4

Basic - Bathroom facility in disrepair. Observed urinals in disrepair at men's restroom. **Repeat Violation**

32-05-4

Apr 29, 2025

Routine - Food

2 major violations. 1 minor violation.

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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. Observed open gallon of milk not date marked at Walk in Cooler. Operated date marked the food item. **Corrected On-Site**

02C-03-5

Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. **Repeat Violation**

53B-02-5

Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Observed tank not adequately secured by the soda boxes. Operated secured the tank by chain. **Corrected On-Site**

51-11-4

Jan 8, 2025

Routine - Food

1 minor violation.

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Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed 1 Reach in Freezer inoperable. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-01-08: Observed Reach in Freezer inoperable. **Time Extended**

14-11-5

Nov 8, 2024

Routine - Food

4 major violations. 2 minor violations.

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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 - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. **Warning**

53A-01-7

53B-02-5

Basic - Bathroom facility in disrepair. Observed men's restroom urinal in disrepair. **Warning**

32-05-4

Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed 1 Reach in Freezer inoperable. **Warning**

14-11-5

Feb 8, 2024

Food-Licensing Inspection

No violations found.

100

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Dairy Queen last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Dairy Queen on file is from Jan 27, 2026. The public record contains six inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Dairy Queen?

Across the inspection record, “bathroom facility in disrepair” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Dairy Queen.

How does Dairy Queen compare to other restaurants in Port Charlotte?

Dairy Queen most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is higher than the Port Charlotte average of 82.

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 three times per year on average.

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