Dairy Queen
Last inspected: Jan 16, 2026
67
Score
Across the available record, Dairy Queen has four inspections on file, the first dated 2024. On Jan 16, 2026, the health department conducted the most recent visit. A medium risk rating points to a few notable findings at the last inspection, though nothing severe.
Recent inspections have turned up roughly the same number of issues each time, hovering near five violations per visit.
Looking across the full record, “food-contact surfaces” is the recurring theme, flagged three times.
The city-wide average sits at 93, which Dairy Queen's 67 doesn't quite reach. The inspection history reads as standard for a restaurant of this size.
4
Inspections
0
Critical latest
3
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 16, 2026
Routine
3 major violations. 2 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.
View 5 violations
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: Observed build up in ice machine. EH went over procedures with PIC on cleaning frequency of ice machine. PIC stated ice machine would be cleaned by 1/26/2026. 1/27/2026- EH observed that ice machine had been cleaned.
511-6-1.05(7)(b)
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: Observed multiple areas in facility in need of cleaning (ice cream prep area, fryer, prep top cooler, and drive thru drinking station. EH explained and educated PIC on areas that needed cleaning. Cleaning should be done by 1/26/2026. 1/27/2026- EH observed that these areas had been cleaned.
511-6-1.05(7)(a)
2-2D - adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed no paper towels at both handwashing sinks. EH educated PIC and staff on the importance of having drying provisions at handwash sink at all times. PIC filled paper towel holder.
511-6-1.07(3)(b)
4-2A - food stored covered
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed multiple food service items uncovered throughout the facility. Areas and items include, ice cream perp area, reach in cooler under ice cream perp area, tomatoes in walk in cooler. PIC had staff cover items.
511-6-1.04(4)(c)
15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: Observed fryer, perp top area, self-serve drink station, floor in freezer, walls, and drive thru area in need of cleaning. EH educated PIC on cleaning frequency throughout the facility. Cleaning should be done by 1/26/2026. 1/27/2026- EH observed this area had been cleaned.
511-6-1.05(7)(d)
67
Jun 4, 2025
Routine
2 major violations. 4 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.
View 6 violations
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: Observed cutting broad in front food service area in need of cleaning. Under cutting broad should be cleaned due to food debris and mold/mildew build up. Cutting broad and prep top area should be cleaned by end of day (6/4/25).
511-6-1.05(7)(b)
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: Observed multiple food contact surfaces (fryer, blizzard station, prep top area) in food service establishment in need of cleaning. EH educated PIC on cleaning of food contact surfaces. Food contact surfaces are to be cleaned by 6/13/25.
511-6-1.05(7)(b)
4-2A - food stored covered
Inspector notes: Observed multiple food service items (flour, blizzard station toppings) not covered throughout food service establishment. EH asked PIC to cover toppings to prevent contamination.
511-6-1.04(4)(c)
12C - wiping cloths: properly used and stored
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed used wiping cloth stored on top of premade dressings at front service area. EH asked PIC to properly store wiping cloths.
511-6-1.04(4)(m)
15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: Observed build up dust, dirt, and food debris on multiple non-foods contact surfaces. Front food service area under RIC cooler and drink self service area. Main kitchen area floors, walls, and rolling carts. Cleaning of these items should be done by 6/13/25.
511-6-1.05(7)(a)
17B - garbage/refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed trash cans storing food not covered while not in use. EH asked PIC to cover trash cans when not in use.
511-6-1.06(5)(n)
67
Dec 4, 2024
Routine
1 major violation. 4 minor violations. 4 corrected on site.
View 5 violations
2-2D - adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible
Inspector notes: Observed no waste paper can at hand sink. PIC will correct.
511-6-1.06(2)(o)
12C - wiping cloths: properly used and stored
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed wiping cloths not sanitized between uses. PIC corrected.
511-6-1.04(4)(m)
12C - wiping cloths: properly used and stored
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed wiping cloths not sanitized between uses. PIC corrected.
511-6-1.04(4)(m)
12C - wiping cloths: properly used and stored
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed wiping cloths not sanitized between uses. PIC corrected.
511-6-1.04(4)(m)
14C - single-use/single-service articles: properly stored, used
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Multiple single service items stored on floor. Repeat violation. Too busy to correct.
511-6-1.05(10)(e)
74
May 30, 2024
Routine
1 major violation. 2 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.
View 3 violations
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: Observed build up in ice machine. PIC stated ice machine would be cleaned at the end of today (5/30/2024).
511-6-1.05(7)(a)
4-2A - food stored covered
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed multiple Bizzard toppings not covered. PIC covered toppings.
511-6-1.04(4)(c)
14C - single-use/single-service articles: properly stored, used
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed food trays and cup trays stored on floor in kitchen. PIC moved items to 6" off floor.
511-6-1.05(10)(e)
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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 16, 2026. The public record contains four inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Dairy Queen?
Across the inspection record, “food-contact surfaces” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Dairy Queen.
How does Dairy Queen compare to other restaurants in Blakely?
Dairy Queen most recently scored 67 out of 100, which is lower than the Blakely average of 93.
Has Dairy Queen's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Dairy Queen have averaged around five violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Dairy Queen means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.
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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