Dairy Queen Grill and Chill
Last inspected: Mar 5, 2025
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Score
Inspectors have visited Dairy Queen Grill and Chill three times, with records going back to 2024. The most recent visit was on Mar 5, 2025. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.
Recent inspections show fewer violations than earlier ones, with the latest at zero versus 10 before.
Restaurants in Cranston average 88, so Dairy Queen Grill and Chill is doing better than most peers. There isn't much in the file that would give a customer pause.
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Inspections
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Critical latest
0
Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 5, 2025
Re-Inspection
No violations found.
100
Feb 19, 2025
Environmental Complaint
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 5 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.
View 8 violations
Plumbing system not maintained in good repair
Inspector notes: Observed handwashing sink in prep line area leaking and in poor repair.
5-205.15
Hot or cold food held at improper temperature
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Various food items were observed held at (47-54) degrees Fahrenheit in flip top prep unit. Time/temperature control for safety (TCS) food must be held at 41 degrees Fahrenheit or below except during preparation, cooking, or cooling. -Food was voluntarily disposed of by PIC.
3-501.16(A)
Food label missing or inaccurate
Inspector notes: Working containers of dry ingredients are not labeled with the common name of the food. Working containers holding food or food ingredients that are removed from their original packages, such as flour, herbs, salt, sugar, and spices must be labeled with the common name of the food.
3-602.11
Outer openings not protected against pests
Inspector notes: Observed the side door to the outside, located in the dining area, is not tight-fitting. Outer openings of a food establishment must be protected against the entry of insects and rodents by tight-fitting doors.
6-202.15
In-use utensils stored improperly between uses
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed spoon handles in containers of dry ingredients. Utensils used to dispense non-time/temperature control for safety (TCS) foods such as sugar and flour must be stored in the food item with their handles above the top of the food within the container. Utensils moved to proper location.
3-304.12
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: Observed flip top prep unit located in the cookline area was not in good repair. Ambient temperature observed maintaining 47 degrees Fahrenheit. Flip top prep unit shall not be used for TCS foods until repaired.
4-501.11
Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: Observed the following non-food contact surfaces: 1) Fan covers in walk-in cooler observed with dust. 2) Shelving in walk-in cooler observed with dust. 3) Gaskets in refrigeration observed with food residue. 4) Inside refrigeration observed with food debris.
4-602.13
Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The floors in the back storage area has an accumulation of debris under dry racks. The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean.
6-501.12
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Mar 5, 2024
Food Complaint
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 8 minor violations. 3 corrected on site.
View 11 violations
Plumbing system not maintained in good repair
Inspector notes: The spray hose at the 3-bay sink in the grill side was observed to be leaking. A plumbing system shall be maintained in good repair and proper adjustment.
5-205.15
Food-contact surfaces: cleaned and sanitized
Inspector notes: The quaternary ammonium concentration in the sanitizing solution of the 3-bay sink was 100 parts per million (ppm). According to the manufacturer's use directions, the concentration of the quaternary ammonium must be 150-400 ppm. Establishment to manually mix sanitizer until the dispenser can be fixed/replaced/repaired.
4-501.114
Thermometers provided & accurate
Inspector notes: Thermometers are lacking in all the refrigeration unit(s). Cold holding equipment used for time/temperature control for safety (TCS) foods must have at least one thermometer that is located to allow easy viewing of the temperature display.
4-203.12
Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: The outside dumpster is not covered. Receptacles and waste handling units for refuse, recyclables, and returnables shall be kept covered.
5-501.113
Utensils, equipment & linens: properly stored, dried, & handled
Inspector notes: Per PIC, clean (wet) rags used in the facility were observed stored in a container/hanging above the food prep sink and ketchup dispenser. Wiping cloths shall be air-dried in a location and in a manner that prevents contamination of FOOD, EQUIPMENT, UTENSILS, LINENS, and SINGLE-SERVICE and SINGLE-USE ARTICLES and the wiping cloths.
4-801.11
Utensils, equipment & linens: properly stored, dried, & handled
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Soiled linens were observed being stored in the food prep sink. Soiled LINENS shall be kept in clean, nonabsorbent receptacles or clean, washable laundry bags and stored and transported to prevent contamination of FOOD, clean EQUIPMENT, clean UTENSILS, and SINGLE-SERVICE and SINGLE-USE ARTICLES.
4-803.11
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: The knife located in the chill area was not in good repair (chipped and melted handle). PIC removed knife from prep areas to not be used until it can be repaired/replaced.
4-501.11
Equipment or utensils not clean
Inspector notes: The following non-food contact surfaces were observed to have an accumulation of dust, food residue, and/or other debris: 1) The fan covers of the walk-in cooler observed with dust 2) The inside of the refrigeration units observed with an accumulation of food debris 3) The guard of the ice machine observed with biofilm
4-601.11(B)
Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The floors in the back storage area and walk-in cooler has an accumulation of soil residue, food debris, and other debris. The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean.
6-501.12
Unnecessary items or litter present on premises
Inspector notes: Unnecessary and/or non-functional equipment or items were observed in the outside dumpster area. Establishments shall be kept free of unnecessary and/or non-functional equipment and litter to prevent harborage conditions.
6-501.114
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Employees' clothing or other personal belongings were observed stored in the food prep area and in the back storage area. Lockers or other suitable facilities shall be used for the orderly storage of employees' clothing and other possessions.
6-305.11
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Dairy Queen Grill and Chill last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Dairy Queen Grill and Chill on file is from Mar 5, 2025. The public record contains three inspections in total.
How does Dairy Queen Grill and Chill compare to other restaurants in Cranston?
Dairy Queen Grill and Chill most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Cranston average of 88.
Has Dairy Queen Grill and Chill's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Dairy Queen Grill and Chill have turned up fewer violations than earlier ones, with the latest finding around zero violations compared to about 10 previously.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Dairy Queen Grill and Chill 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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