Dairy Queen

701 E Jackson St, Dublin, GA 31021

Frozen Desserts

License: Food Service

Last inspected: May 6, 2026

Score

Low Risk

Inspectors have visited Dairy Queen five times, with records going back to 2024. The most recent report on file is from May 6, 2026. When a facility lands in the low risk tier, it usually means nothing alarming showed up at the most recent visit.

Violation counts have ticked up lately, averaging around three violations per visit versus roughly zero violations earlier in the record.

“Proper hot holding temperatures” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing two times across the record.

The city-wide average sits at 89, which Dairy Queen's 78 doesn't quite reach. The record is unremarkable in either direction.

Inspections

Critical latest

Major latest

Minor latest

Inspection History

May 6, 2026

Routine

1 critical violation. 2 minor violations. 3 corrected on site.

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6-1B - proper hot holding temperatures (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Temperature of hot dogs in the warm cabinet at the main kitchen was 124 degree Fahrenheit. CA: Temperature control for safety food shall be maintained at 135 degree Fahrenheits or above. COS: Hot dogs were reheated to a temperature of 165 degree Fahrenheits.

511-6-1.04(6)(f)

4-2A - food stored covered (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed milk candy chocolate box uncovered in the walk in freezer. CA: Except as specified under paragraph 2. of this subsection and when cooling as specified in DPH Rule 511-6-1-.04(6)(e)2.(ii), storing the food in packages, covered containers, or wrappings, except for loosely covered or uncovered containers in which food is being cooled if protected from overhead contamination. COS: Milk candy chocolate box was covered.

511-6-1.04(4)(c)

17B - garbage/refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed dumpster area was dirty with Nylons, papers and food wastes on the floor. CA: A storage area and enclosure for refuse, recyclables, or returnables shall be maintained free of unnecessary items and clean. COS: Dumpster area was cleaned.

511-6-1.06(5)(o)

Sep 25, 2025

Routine

No violations found.

100

May 20, 2025

Routine

1 minor violation.

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14B - utensils, equipment and linens: properly stored, dried, handled

Inspector notes: Equipment stored on the floor in the back storage area. Equipment shall be stored at least 6 inches above the floor.

511-6-1.05(10)(e)

Dec 10, 2024

Routine

3 minor violations.

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17B - garbage/refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained

Inspector notes: Drain plugs missing in both dumpsters. Drain plugs shall be in place.

511-6-1.06(5)(o)

17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean

Inspector notes: Floor has panels coming up in walk in cooler. Door on sandwich line unit has a broken clip. Physical facilities shall be maintained in good repair.

511-6-1.07(5)(a)

4-2A - food stored covered

Inspector notes: Boxes of candy toppings open in the walk in freezer. Food shall be protected from contamination by- storing food in packages, covered containers or wrappings. COS: Manager covered boxes.

511-6-1.04(4)(c)

Jun 10, 2024

Routine

1 critical violation. 1 corrected on site.

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6-1B - proper hot holding temperatures (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Hamburger and chili hot holding had temps below 135 deg f. All tcs food hot holding shall be held at 135 deg f or above; COS: Discarded during inspection.

511-6-1.04(6)(f)

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Dairy Queen last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Dairy Queen on file is from May 6, 2026. The public record contains five inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Dairy Queen?

Across the inspection record, “proper hot holding temperatures” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Dairy Queen.

How does Dairy Queen compare to other restaurants in Dublin?

Dairy Queen most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is lower than the Dublin average of 89.

Has Dairy Queen's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Dairy Queen have averaged around three violations per visit, up from roughly zero 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 three times per year on average.

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