Dairy Queen

6768 W Deer Valley Rd, Glendale, AZ 85308
Frozen Desserts
License: Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking
Last inspected: Feb 24, 2026
86
Score
Low Risk Grade: B

Dairy Queen appears in inspection records five times, starting in 2024. Dairy Queen was last inspected on Feb 24, 2026. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.

Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with counts hovering near one violation per visit.

Compared to other Glendale restaurants (averaging 97), there's room to close the gap. Overall, the inspection record reads well.

5
Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
0
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 24, 2026
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 corrected on site.
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Improper handwashing procedure (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed multiple employees wash hands for less than 10 seconds or wash hands without soap. Discussed the importance of proper hand washing procedures with the person-in-charge (PIC). Proper handwashing procedure is to rinse hands with warm water, scrub with soap for 10-15 seconds, rinse with warm water, dry with approved drying provision, and turn off in a manner to prevent re-contamination of hands. Entire process should take approximately 20 seconds for full and proper handwashing to prevent spread of pathogens and contamination
2-301.12
86
Jul 17, 2025
Routine
1 minor violation.
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Physical facilities not in good repair
Inspector notes: Observed a large amount of drywall removed from the wall exposing wood and installation behind the washer and drying unit. All floors, walls, and ceilings must be maintained and repaired such that it is smooth and easily cleanable. Repair physical facility prior to next routine inspection
6-501.11
95
Mar 17, 2025
Routine
1 minor violation.
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Food-contact surfaces not cleaned and sanitized at required frequency
Inspector notes: Observed black organic matter inside ice machine on the lip of white ice deflector. PIC stated mechanic regularly maintains and cleans inside ice machine. Nonfood-contact surfaces shall be kept free of an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris. Nonfood-contact surfaces shall be cleaned at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil residues
4-602.11(E)
95
Oct 10, 2024
Routine
No violations found.
100
Oct 3, 2024
Routine
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 Feb 24, 2026. The public record contains five inspections in total.

How does Dairy Queen compare to other restaurants in Glendale?

Dairy Queen most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is lower than the Glendale average of 97.

Has Dairy Queen's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Dairy Queen have averaged around one violation per visit across the recent 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.