Dairy Queen
Last inspected: Oct 14, 2025
82
Score
The health department has logged four inspections at Dairy Queen, the earliest from 2024. The newest entry in the record is dated Oct 14, 2025. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.
The trend has been favorable: violation counts have eased from around six violations to closer to two violations per visit over the last few inspections.
The most common issue across all inspections has been “food-contact surfaces”, showing up two times.
By comparison, the average Mc Rae facility scores 88, putting Dairy Queen on the weaker side. The record reflects steady performance over time.
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Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Oct 14, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation. 2 corrected on site.
View 2 violations
6-1C - proper cooling time and temperature
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed container of gravy in the walk-in cooler at 5:20 PM with a temperature of 78–80°F. Person in charge stated the gravy was prepared at approximately 12:00 PM. CA: Cooked time/temperature control for safety (TCS) foods must be cooled from 135°F to 70°F within 2 hours and from 135°F to 41°F within a total of 6 hours. The gravy had not reached the required cooling temperatures within the allowed time frame, indicating improper cooling. COS: Gravy voluntarily discarded by person in charge. Discussed proper cooling methods, such as using shallow pans, ice baths, or dividing food into smaller portions to ensure rapid cooling.
511-6-1.04(6)(d)
12C - wiping cloths: properly used and stored
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed bucket with a wiping cloth hanging out of the solution. The sanitizer tested at 0 ppm when checked. Cloths in use for wiping counters and equipment surfaces must be held between uses in a chemical sanitizer solution at the proper concentration. The sanitizer solution must be maintained at the required strength to effectively sanitize and prevent bacterial growth. COS: Employee remade the sanitizer bucket to the correct concentration during the inspection. Reviewed proper sanitizer use and the need to keep wiping cloths fully submerged between uses.
511-6-1.04(4)(m)
82
Apr 29, 2025
Routine
3 major violations. 2 minor violations. 3 corrected on site.
View 5 violations
6-2 - proper date marking and disposition
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Prepared food (cut lettuce and tomatoes) and commercially processed TCS food (hot dogs) not marked with date of preparation or date for disposal. COS - Food that could be verified properly dated and other foods discarded.
511-6-1.04(6)(g)
2-2A - management knowledge, responsibilities, reporting
Inspector notes: The PIC could not provide documentation or otherwise satisfactorily demonstrate during the inspection, that all food employees and conditional employees are informed of their responsibility to report to management information about their health and activities as it relates to diseases that are transmissible through food. CA: Will have newer employees review and sign Employee Health Policy documentation.
511-6-1.03(2)(o)
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed buildup inside the soda drink nozzles in the soda machine at the drivethru. Equipment food contact surfaces must be cleaned at a frequency to preclude build up. COS - Cleaned and sanitized at time of inspection. Will add the inside cleanup to the night shift.
511-6-1.05(7)(b)
14C - single-use/single-service articles: properly stored, used
Inspector notes: Observed single-service items (cups, lids, etc.) stored on floor; must be stored 6" off of the floor.
511-6-1.05(10)(e)
17D - adequate ventilation and lighting; designated areas used
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Employee personal item (keys and wallet) stored on top of measuring utensils used in the facility. Personal items should be stored in a designated area for employee use. COS - Items removed and utensils sent to dishwashing.
511-6-1.07(4)(b)
67
Sep 17, 2024
Routine
2 major violations. 4 minor violations. 4 corrected on site.
View 6 violations
2-2D - adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: A handwashing sink was being used for other purposes other than handwashing. Employee dumped sanitizer and dirty wiping cloths in the handwash sink. The handwash sink is to be used for no other purpose than handwashing. COS - The handwash sink was cleaned out at time of inspection.
511-6-1.06(2)(o)
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed buildup inside the soda drink nozzles in the soda machine at the drivethru. Equipment food contact surfaces must be cleaned at a frequency to preclude build up. COS - Cleaned and sanitized at time of inspection. Will add the inside cleanup to the night shift.
511-6-1.05(7)(b)
12B - personal cleanliness
Inspector notes: Observed food employees wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food.
511-6-1.03(5)(g)
13A - posted: permit/inspection/choking poster/handwashing
Inspector notes: The top 1/3 of the most current inspection report was not posted in the drive through window.
511-6-1.02(1)(d)
2-2B - proper eating, tasting, drinking, or tobacco use
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed an open beverage containers and bottled drinks on food preparation tables or next to cooking equipment. COS - All drinks discarded.
511-6-1.03(5)(k)
4-2A - food stored covered
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Coleslaw found stored in front walk-in cooler uncovered and subject to contamination. Cut banana found stored with other bananas uncovered and subject to contamination. COS - Coleslaw was placed in the cooler in a sealed container and the banana was discarded.
511-6-1.04(4)(c)
67
Jul 9, 2024
Initial
No violations found.
100
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Dairy Queen last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Dairy Queen on file is from Oct 14, 2025. 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 two times, more than any other issue at Dairy Queen.
How does Dairy Queen compare to other restaurants in Mc Rae?
Dairy Queen most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is lower than the Mc Rae average of 88.
Has Dairy Queen's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Dairy Queen have averaged around two violations per visit, down from roughly six 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.
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