Dairy Queen (Hwy 53)

288 Hwy 53 E, Calhoun, GA 30701

Frozen Desserts

License: Food Service

Last inspected: Apr 6, 2026

Score

Low Risk

Going back to 2024, Dairy Queen (Hwy 53) has five inspections in the public record. The latest inspection on file is from Apr 6, 2026. When a facility lands in the low risk tier, it usually means nothing alarming showed up at the most recent visit.

Things are looking better lately, with recent visits averaging around one violation compared to roughly four violations earlier on.

When inspectors have written things up, “food-contact surfaces” has been the most frequent reason, cited four times.

Dairy Queen (Hwy 53)'s latest score of 90 sits above the Calhoun average of 82. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Apr 6, 2026

Routine

1 major violation.

View 1 violation

2-2D - adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible

Inspector notes: Observed ice in hand sink at drive-thru/blizzard station. CA: Hand sinks are for hand washing only.

511-6-1.06(2)(o)

Oct 27, 2025

Routine

2 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.

View 2 violations

14C - single-use/single-service articles: properly stored, used (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed multiple stacks of single use containers and container lids not inverted to protect from overhead contamination. CA: CFSM was notified about the issue, CFSM inverted the containers and lids.

511-6-1.05(10)(e)

17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed excessive standing water around ice machine. CA: CFSM stated machine needs to be pushed back to properly drain. CFSM will have unit pushed back and clean up standing water.

511-6-1.07(5)(a)

Jul 2, 2025

Routine

2 major violations. 5 minor violations. 5 corrected on site.

View 7 violations

3-1C - food in good condition, safe, and unadulterated (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed two cans of pineapple dented near the seal. CA: Food packages shall be in good condition and protect the integrity of the contents. COS: CFSM discarded the dented cans.

511-6-1.04(3)(e)

2-2E - response procedures for vomiting & diarrheal events

Inspector notes: CFSM could not provide bodily fluid clean-up kit during inspection. CA: Bodily fluid clean-up kit must be readily available at facility. No COS, inspector must return.

511-6-1.03(6)

15A - food and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, and used

Inspector notes: Observed double-door reach-n cooler inoperable and single-door reach-in cooler with leak. CA: Equipment shall be maintained in a state of repair. No COS, inspector must return.

511-6-1.05(6)(a)

11A - proper cooling methods used: adequate equipment for temperature control (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed containers of bbq with manufacturer recommendation to keep frozen thawed out. CA: Frozen foods labeled keep frozen must stay frozen. COS: CFSM discarded bbq containers,

511-6-1.04(6)(a)

15A - food and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, and used (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed cutting board used to slice bread torn, no longer smooth cleanable surface. CA: Food contact surfaces of containers shall be of a smooth and cleanable surface. COS: Cutting board was discarded.

511-6-1.05(1)(a)

15A - food and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, and used (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed cloth towel used to store fry scooper. CA: Utensil and food contact surface must be of nonabsorbent materials. COS: Cloth towels removed.

511-6-1.05(1)(a)

15A - food and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, and used (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed multiple food storage containers and lids broken and/or chipped. CA: Utensils and food contact surfaces must be of smooth and easily cleanable surfaces. COS: Containers were discarded.

511-6-1.05(1)(a)

Jan 13, 2025

Followup

2 major violations. 1 corrected on site.

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4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized

Inspector notes: Observed ice machine soiled with buildup. Corrective action: PIC notified; employee assigned to clean. Discussed cleaning frequency and replacing ice machine lid gasket.

511-6-1.05(7)(a)

4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed drink nozzles in dine-in area soiled. Corrective action: PIC notified; employee assigned to scrub and sanitize existing nozzles and replace soiled ones.

511-6-1.05(7)(a)

May 15, 2024

Routine

2 major violations. 1 minor violation. 2 corrected on site.

View 3 violations

4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed container where can opener and knife are stored soiled. Observed can opener blade soiled. Corrective Action: CFSM was notified, employee assigned to clean container. Discussed increasing cleaning frequency of container, and can opener blade.

511-6-1.05(7)(a)

4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized

Inspector notes: Observed clean dish storage shelving soiled. Corrective Action: CFSM was notified, employee assigned to clean. Will perform informal inspection on 5/17.

511-6-1.05(7)(a)

12C - wiping cloths: properly used and stored (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed wet wiping cloths not stored in sanitizer bucket in-between uses. Corrective Action: CFSM was notified about the issue, wet cloths placed in sanitizer bucket. Discussed wet wiping cloths are to be kept in sanitizer solution.

511-6-1.04(4)(m)

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Dairy Queen (Hwy 53) last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Dairy Queen (Hwy 53) on file is from Apr 6, 2026. The public record contains five inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Dairy Queen (Hwy 53)?

Across the inspection record, “food-contact surfaces” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Dairy Queen (Hwy 53).

How does Dairy Queen (Hwy 53) compare to other restaurants in Calhoun?

Dairy Queen (Hwy 53) most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is higher than the Calhoun average of 82.

Has Dairy Queen (Hwy 53)'s inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Dairy Queen (Hwy 53) have averaged around one violation per visit, down from roughly four earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Dairy Queen (Hwy 53) 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 (Hwy 53) inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Dairy Queen (Hwy 53) is inspected around three times per year on average.

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