Dairy Queen

5936 E Mckellips Rd, Mesa, AZ 85215
Frozen Desserts
License: Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking
Last inspected: Jan 20, 2026
95
Score
Low Risk Grade: A

Across the available record, Dairy Queen has three inspections on file, the first dated 2025. The newest entry in the record is dated Jan 20, 2026. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.

Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around one violation each.

Among Mesa restaurants, this is a fairly standard result. There isn't much in the file that would give a customer pause.

3
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 20, 2026
Routine
1 minor violation.
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Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: Observed a build-up of ice on the back of the compressor unit in walk-in freezer. Ice build-up expanded and broke apart tube insulation for the pipes of the unit. Discussed addressing the ice and repairing the insulation to ensure the longevity of the life of the unit. All equipment must be maintained in good repair at all times. Repair all equipment to a state of good repair prior to next routine inspection
4-501.11
95
Jun 16, 2025
Routine
No violations found.
100
Jan 8, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation.
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Bare hand contact with ready-to-eat food
Inspector notes: Observed male staff member use cash register and transition to make customer ice cream cone, employee choked up on cone past the wrap bare hand contacting it. Inspector requested employee discard ice cream and wash hands before making another cone. Discussed using the paper provided on the cones to minimize bare handing consumables and to wash hands between contaminating tasks
3-301.11(B)
86

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Dairy Queen last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Dairy Queen on file is from Jan 20, 2026. The public record contains three inspections in total.

How does Dairy Queen compare to other restaurants in Mesa?

Dairy Queen most recently scored 95 out of 100, which is about the same as the Mesa average of 95.

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.