Dairyqueen of Apopka
Last inspected: Jan 15, 2026
90
Score
Public records show nine inspections at Dairyqueen of Apopka stretching back to 2022. The most recent visit was on Jan 15, 2026. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.
Recent inspections have turned up roughly the same number of issues each time, hovering near three violations per visit.
The pattern that stands out is “unnecessary items/unused equipment on the premises”, which has been cited five times.
Among Apopka restaurants, the typical score is 78; Dairyqueen of Apopka is comfortably above that bar. There isn't much in the file that would give a customer pause.
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Inspections
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Critical latest
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Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 15, 2026
Routine - Food
2 minor violations.
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Basic - Reach-in freezer with rust that has pitted the surface. Freezer holding beef patties has rust in unit
14-33-4
Basic - Unnecessary items/unused equipment on the premises. Out of order piece of cooking equipment sitting by dry goods Ice cream cooler front counter out of order
33-31-5
90
Oct 2, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
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Intermediate - Handwash sink does not have enough water pressure to properly wash hands.
27-19-4
Basic - Reach-in freezer has rust that has pitted the surface around inside freezer
14-33-4
86
Jun 4, 2025
Complaint Full
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
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High Priority - Container of medicine improperly stored. Container of laxative medication stored in cabinets with cake decoration materials, operator discarded **Corrected On-Site**
41-07-4
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. Provided operator with form, current employees working, signed and dated form **Corrective Action Taken**
11-26-1
Basic - Ceiling tile missing by drive through
36-36-4
Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair by fryers **Repeat Violation**
36-17-5
Basic - Unnecessary items/unused equipment on the premises. Unused fryers in kitchen by back door Cooler front line - out of order - not in use **Repeat Violation**
33-31-5
67
Jan 8, 2025
Routine - Food
5 minor violations.
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Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Tiles by fryer are cracked/broken **Repeat Violation**
36-17-5
Basic - Stored food not covered. Open hamburger buns in kitchen - no overhead protection. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-12-5
Basic - Unnecessary items stored out back door Numerous discarded cardboard boxes piled outside back door **Corrected On-Site**
33-30-4
Basic - Unnecessary items/unused equipment on the premises. 2 out of order fryers sitting by back door 1 large cold unit front counter out of order **Repeat Violation**
33-31-5
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
42-01-4
78
Jul 23, 2024
Routine - Food
2 minor violations.
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Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Proper Sanitizer Contact Time and Concentration
FL-33
90
Feb 1, 2024
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 front counter
31B-02-4
Basic - Light not functioning in small walk-in-cooler at entrance to kitchen **Repeat Violation**
36-62-4
Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. **Repeat Violation**
16-46-4
Basic - Unnecessary items/unused equipment on the premises. Discarded reach in cooler by back door
33-31-5
78
Sep 19, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 6 minor violations.
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High Priority - Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for food container. Brown paper towels under sliced cheeses in make table on cooks line in direct contact with food **Corrected On-Site**
14-86-1
High Priority - Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Employees front line are wearing blue gloves touching hats, hair, head gear, registers, walking to back of kitchen, touching chemicals with same gloves on, putting drinks together without washing hands. Discussed proper handwashing with manager **Corrective Action Taken**
12A-09-4
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink front counter **Corrected On-Site**
31B-03-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
22-20-5
Basic - Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation. Cook in kitchen has no beard guard
13-04-4
Basic - Light not functioning. Small Walk-in-cooler entrance to kitchen - light does not work
36-62-4
Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. **Repeat Violation**
16-46-4
Basic - Unnecessary items/unused equipment on the premises. Numerous boxes/ plastic containers stored throughout kitchen with old equipment stored inside
33-31-5
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
42-01-4
50
Apr 3, 2023
Routine - Food
3 major violations. 4 minor violations.
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Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Hand sink front counter by drive through is blocked by blizzard machine **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-04-03: **Time Extended**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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. Provided operator with employee form **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-04-03: **Time Extended**
11-26-1
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-04-03: No employee training available for any employee **Admin Complaint**
53B-05-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Bathroom facility in disrepair. Restroom out of order **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-04-03: **Time Extended**
32-05-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Floor tiles cracked by fryers **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-04-03: **Time Extended**
36-17-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-04-03: **Time Extended**
16-46-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-04-03: **Time Extended**
42-01-4
61
Jul 1, 2022
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 7 minor violations.
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High Priority - Hot time/temperature control for safety food received at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Cooked hotdogs in hot holding unit 106°; per operator in unit 20 minutes, operator turned up temperature for immediate temperature recovery **Corrective Action Taken**
03B-15-5
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Orange cleaner in spray bottle at 3 compartment sink not labeled **Corrected On-Site**
41-17-4
Basic - Bathroom facility in disrepair. (1) bathroom facility is out of order
32-05-4
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable to board on front line
14-09-4
Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair next to fryers, floor tiles cracked
36-17-5
Basic - Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. **Repeat Violation**
38-07-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Lids to food containers on dry storage shelves soiled
23-03-4
Basic - Stored food not covered, chicken in unit not covered **Corrected On-Site**
08B-12-5
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. **Repeat Violation**
42-01-4
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Dairyqueen of Apopka last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Dairyqueen of Apopka on file is from Jan 15, 2026. The public record contains nine inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Dairyqueen of Apopka?
Across the inspection record, “unnecessary items/unused equipment on the premises” has been cited five times, more than any other issue at Dairyqueen of Apopka.
How does Dairyqueen of Apopka compare to other restaurants in Apopka?
Dairyqueen of Apopka most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is higher than the Apopka average of 78.
Has Dairyqueen of Apopka's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Dairyqueen of Apopka have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Dairyqueen of Apopka 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 Dairyqueen of Apopka inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Dairyqueen of Apopka is inspected around three times per year on average.
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