Dairy Queen

2222 E Fletcher Ave, Tampa, FL 33612

Frozen Desserts

Last inspected: Sep 16, 2025

Score

Low Risk

The health department has logged six inspections at Dairy Queen, the earliest from 2023. The most recent report on file is from Sep 16, 2025. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.

Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around four violations each.

The pattern that stands out is “equipment in poor repair”, which has been cited two times.

Compared to the broader Tampa restaurant scene, where the average is 79, this is a stronger showing. The record reflects steady performance over time.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Sep 16, 2025

Routine - Food

2 minor violations.

View 2 violations

Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Wet mop sitting inside mop bucket.

42-01-4

Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Old labels stuck on clean dishes on shelves by ice machine. Manager removed labels and washed dishes. **Corrected On-Site**

16-46-4

Aug 12, 2024

Routine - Food

2 critical violations. 5 minor violations.

View 7 violations

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Sliced Cheese (45F - Cold Holding); Shredded Cheese (45F - Cold Holding) CORRECTED TO 38F FIRST TEMP 2:15 SECOND TEMPM 2:40 OPERATOR PLACED IN FREEZER TO QUICK CHILL **Corrected On-Site**

03A-02-5

High Priority - Employee switched from working with raw food to ready-to-eat food without washing hands. Observed employee grab raw burger patties and place gloves on with no Handwash, employee observed grabbing paper for order. Employee rewashed hands at time of inspection. **Corrective Action Taken**

12A-12-4

Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Ceiling above dish washing area and cake decorating area not smooth or easily cleanable. Cake decorating area.

36-37-5

Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee drink observed on back prep table. Operator moved to approved location. **Corrected On-Site**

12B-07-4

Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Gaskets on reach in cooler near drive through window in disrepair.

14-11-5

Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Ice buildup in reach in freezer

14-69-4

Basic - Stored food not covered. Stored ice cream sandwiches not covered in freezer, operator covered at time of inspection. **Corrected On-Site**

08B-12-5

Mar 27, 2024

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 3 minor violations.

View 6 violations

Food Obtained from Approved Sources

FL-11

Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place

FL-36

Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels

FL-14

Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed

FL-50

Plumbing Maintained; Sewage Disposal

FL-51

Toilet Rooms Maintained

FL-53

Nov 21, 2023

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 3 minor violations.

View 4 violations

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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. - From follow-up inspection 2023-11-21: **Admin Complaint**

53B-01-5

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Gave operator choking poster. **Corrective Action Taken** - From follow-up inspection 2023-11-21: **Time Extended**

51-13-4

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Floor tiles missing inside walk in cooler. - From follow-up inspection 2023-11-21: **Time Extended**

36-17-5

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Gaskets inside reach in cooler are torn. - From follow-up inspection 2023-11-21: **Time Extended**

14-11-5

Mar 13, 2023

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.

View 4 violations

High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.

50-17-3

Intermediate - Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.

53B-14-5

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

35B-01-4

Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Cutting board at reach in cooler has deep grooves in surface.

14-09-4

Jan 5, 2023

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.

View 2 violations

Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved

FL-35

Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place

FL-36

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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 Sep 16, 2025. The public record contains six inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Dairy Queen?

Across the inspection record, “equipment in poor repair” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Dairy Queen.

How does Dairy Queen compare to other restaurants in Tampa?

Dairy Queen most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is higher than the Tampa average of 79.

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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