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DAIRY QUEEN

602 W BRANDON BLVD, Brandon FL 33511 · 813-653-4049

Last inspected Jul 10, 2026 · 24 visits since September 2023

Licence typeRestaurant
Seats48
Risk levelRisk Level 2
LicenceSEA3909450
Grade history
AUG 24
MAR 25
AUG 25
FEB 26
JUL 26
▼ IMPROVING

5 inspections, climbing. The current grade is the best on record.

Worst finding on record
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed 1 live roach in drive through station on the top left molding of the sliding door
High priority/35A-05-4/Warning
Badges — 2 earned
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Disciplinary actions

2 cases · $1,200

CaseViolation dateFinal orderAmount
3--2024035560May 28, 2024Jul 24, 2024$800
3--2024029532May 1, 2024Jun 20, 2024$400

Inspection history

24 visits, newest first

Jul 10, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.

0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Feb 10, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 1 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. Unwashed onions stored over milk cartons in walk in cooler. Operator moved milk to higher shelf.
Basic/08B-17-4/Corrected On-Site
Aug 28, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 1 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Wiping cloth quaternary ammonium compound sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Tested at 100ppm. Manager refilled, tested at 200ppm
Basic/21-08-4/Corrected On-Site
May 15, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.

0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Mar 13, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 5 recorded, 1 high priority.

1 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
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Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Portioned sliced cheese not date marked in walk in cooler.
High priority/02C-01-5/Warning
No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/
Intermediate/53A-05-6/Warning
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Intermediate/53B-01-5/Warning
Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. Observed behind ice machine and 3 compartment sink
Basic/36-03-4/Warning
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Observed half-full cup of ice cream in reach in freezer. Manager discarded.
Basic/12B-13-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Oct 7, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.

0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
Basic/32-12-5/Warning/Return visit Aug 8, 2024 · No cover on receptacle. Time Extended/Return visit Oct 7, 2024 · Time Extended
Aug 8, 2024Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection

A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.

0 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Intermediate/53B-05-5/Warning/Return visit Aug 8, 2024 · Some employees expired Time Extended
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
Basic/32-12-5/Warning/Return visit Aug 8, 2024 · No cover on receptacle. Time Extended
Aug 6, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 7 recorded, 1 high priority.

1 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
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Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed 1 live roach in drive through station on the top left molding of the sliding door
High priority/35A-05-4/Warning
No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses.
Intermediate/11-26-1/Warning
Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Intermediate/53B-05-5/Warning
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Basic/22-20-5/Warning
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
Basic/32-12-5/Warning
Dead roaches on premises. 1 dead roach observed under front counter in cabinet. 1 dead roach observed behind ice machine on the floor Employee removed the dead roaches, cleaned and sanitized the area
Basic/35A-03-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee visor on prep table near office. Employee removed the visor
Basic/40-06-5/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Jun 4, 2024□ Emergency Order Callback CompliedComplaint Investigation (Partial)

A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.

0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jun 3, 2024■ Emergency Order Callback Not CompliedComplaint Investigation (Partial)

A return visit while the kitchen was already shut. The problems had not been fixed, so the closure stayed in place. 1 violations recorded, 1 high priority.

1 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
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Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 1 live roach under reach in freezer 1 live roach on floor in dry storage 1 live roach in chest freezer 2 live roaches under soda machine
High priority/35A-05-4/Warning/Return visit May 29, 2024 · 5 dead roaches near ice cream machine. 11 dead roaches under front counter. 6 dead roaches behind reach in freezer. 6 dead roaches behind reach in cooler. 21 dead roaches behind grill in kitchen. 4 dead roaches on floor in kitchen. 4 dead roaches on floor near hot water heater. 1 live roach near ice machine in kitchen. 1 live roach near back door. Time Extended/Return visit May 30, 2024 · 1 live roach under counter 1 live roach under dining table 1 live roach on wall next to reach in freezer 1 dead roach on floor next to door near dry storage 1 dead roach on floor in dry storage 1 dead roach on floor next to reach in freezer 3 dead roach under counter Removed all and sanitized areas Time Extended/Return visit May 30, 2024 · 1 live roach on wall 1 live roach on floor near reach in freezer 1 live roach near 3 Compartment Sink 1 live roach on floor next to reach in cooler 1 dead roach on prep table. Operator removed and sanitized all roaches Time Extended/Return visit May 31, 2024 · 1 live roach near front door 2 live roaches in lobby 1 live roach next to reach in freezer 1 live roach behind reach in freezer 1 live roach next to walk in cooler 1 dead roach near register Operator removed and sanitized areas. Time Extended/Return visit Jun 1, 2024 · 1 dead roach in door frame to ac room. 1 dead roach under front counter. 1 live fly on wall by back kitchen entrance. Manager eradicated, removed and cleaned and sanitized areas. Time Extended/Return visit Jun 3, 2024 · 1 live roach in lobby Operator removed and sanitized area. Time Extended/Return visit Jun 3, 2024 · 1 live roach on wall next to pos system Operator removed and sanitized area at time of callback. Time Extended
Jun 3, 2024■ Emergency Order Callback Not CompliedComplaint Investigation (Partial)

A return visit while the kitchen was already shut. The problems had not been fixed, so the closure stayed in place. 1 violations recorded, 1 high priority.

1 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
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Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 1 live roach under reach in freezer 1 live roach on floor in dry storage 1 live roach in chest freezer 2 live roaches under soda machine
High priority/35A-05-4/Warning/Return visit May 29, 2024 · 5 dead roaches near ice cream machine. 11 dead roaches under front counter. 6 dead roaches behind reach in freezer. 6 dead roaches behind reach in cooler. 21 dead roaches behind grill in kitchen. 4 dead roaches on floor in kitchen. 4 dead roaches on floor near hot water heater. 1 live roach near ice machine in kitchen. 1 live roach near back door. Time Extended/Return visit May 30, 2024 · 1 live roach under counter 1 live roach under dining table 1 live roach on wall next to reach in freezer 1 dead roach on floor next to door near dry storage 1 dead roach on floor in dry storage 1 dead roach on floor next to reach in freezer 3 dead roach under counter Removed all and sanitized areas Time Extended/Return visit May 30, 2024 · 1 live roach on wall 1 live roach on floor near reach in freezer 1 live roach near 3 Compartment Sink 1 live roach on floor next to reach in cooler 1 dead roach on prep table. Operator removed and sanitized all roaches Time Extended/Return visit May 31, 2024 · 1 live roach near front door 2 live roaches in lobby 1 live roach next to reach in freezer 1 live roach behind reach in freezer 1 live roach next to walk in cooler 1 dead roach near register Operator removed and sanitized areas. Time Extended/Return visit Jun 1, 2024 · 1 dead roach in door frame to ac room. 1 dead roach under front counter. 1 live fly on wall by back kitchen entrance. Manager eradicated, removed and cleaned and sanitized areas. Time Extended/Return visit Jun 3, 2024 · 1 live roach in lobby Operator removed and sanitized area. Time Extended
Jun 1, 2024■ Emergency Order Callback Not CompliedComplaint Investigation (Partial)

A return visit while the kitchen was already shut. The problems had not been fixed, so the closure stayed in place. 1 violations recorded, 1 high priority.

1 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
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Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 1 live roach under reach in freezer 1 live roach on floor in dry storage 1 live roach in chest freezer 2 live roaches under soda machine
High priority/35A-05-4/Warning/Return visit May 29, 2024 · 5 dead roaches near ice cream machine. 11 dead roaches under front counter. 6 dead roaches behind reach in freezer. 6 dead roaches behind reach in cooler. 21 dead roaches behind grill in kitchen. 4 dead roaches on floor in kitchen. 4 dead roaches on floor near hot water heater. 1 live roach near ice machine in kitchen. 1 live roach near back door. Time Extended/Return visit May 30, 2024 · 1 live roach under counter 1 live roach under dining table 1 live roach on wall next to reach in freezer 1 dead roach on floor next to door near dry storage 1 dead roach on floor in dry storage 1 dead roach on floor next to reach in freezer 3 dead roach under counter Removed all and sanitized areas Time Extended/Return visit May 30, 2024 · 1 live roach on wall 1 live roach on floor near reach in freezer 1 live roach near 3 Compartment Sink 1 live roach on floor next to reach in cooler 1 dead roach on prep table. Operator removed and sanitized all roaches Time Extended/Return visit May 31, 2024 · 1 live roach near front door 2 live roaches in lobby 1 live roach next to reach in freezer 1 live roach behind reach in freezer 1 live roach next to walk in cooler 1 dead roach near register Operator removed and sanitized areas. Time Extended/Return visit Jun 1, 2024 · 1 dead roach in door frame to ac room. 1 dead roach under front counter. 1 live fly on wall by back kitchen entrance. Manager eradicated, removed and cleaned and sanitized areas. Time Extended
May 31, 2024■ Emergency Order Callback Not CompliedComplaint Investigation (Partial)

A return visit while the kitchen was already shut. The problems had not been fixed, so the closure stayed in place. 1 violations recorded, 1 high priority.

1 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
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Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 1 live roach under reach in freezer 1 live roach on floor in dry storage 1 live roach in chest freezer 2 live roaches under soda machine
High priority/35A-05-4/Warning/Return visit May 29, 2024 · 5 dead roaches near ice cream machine. 11 dead roaches under front counter. 6 dead roaches behind reach in freezer. 6 dead roaches behind reach in cooler. 21 dead roaches behind grill in kitchen. 4 dead roaches on floor in kitchen. 4 dead roaches on floor near hot water heater. 1 live roach near ice machine in kitchen. 1 live roach near back door. Time Extended/Return visit May 30, 2024 · 1 live roach under counter 1 live roach under dining table 1 live roach on wall next to reach in freezer 1 dead roach on floor next to door near dry storage 1 dead roach on floor in dry storage 1 dead roach on floor next to reach in freezer 3 dead roach under counter Removed all and sanitized areas Time Extended/Return visit May 30, 2024 · 1 live roach on wall 1 live roach on floor near reach in freezer 1 live roach near 3 Compartment Sink 1 live roach on floor next to reach in cooler 1 dead roach on prep table. Operator removed and sanitized all roaches Time Extended/Return visit May 31, 2024 · 1 live roach near front door 2 live roaches in lobby 1 live roach next to reach in freezer 1 live roach behind reach in freezer 1 live roach next to walk in cooler 1 dead roach near register Operator removed and sanitized areas. Time Extended
May 30, 2024■ Emergency Order Callback Not CompliedComplaint Investigation (Partial)

A return visit while the kitchen was already shut. The problems had not been fixed, so the closure stayed in place. 1 violations recorded, 1 high priority.

1 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
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Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 1 live roach under reach in freezer 1 live roach on floor in dry storage 1 live roach in chest freezer 2 live roaches under soda machine
High priority/35A-05-4/Warning/Return visit May 29, 2024 · 5 dead roaches near ice cream machine. 11 dead roaches under front counter. 6 dead roaches behind reach in freezer. 6 dead roaches behind reach in cooler. 21 dead roaches behind grill in kitchen. 4 dead roaches on floor in kitchen. 4 dead roaches on floor near hot water heater. 1 live roach near ice machine in kitchen. 1 live roach near back door. Time Extended/Return visit May 30, 2024 · 1 live roach under counter 1 live roach under dining table 1 live roach on wall next to reach in freezer 1 dead roach on floor next to door near dry storage 1 dead roach on floor in dry storage 1 dead roach on floor next to reach in freezer 3 dead roach under counter Removed all and sanitized areas Time Extended/Return visit May 30, 2024 · 1 live roach on wall 1 live roach on floor near reach in freezer 1 live roach near 3 Compartment Sink 1 live roach on floor next to reach in cooler 1 dead roach on prep table. Operator removed and sanitized all roaches Time Extended
May 30, 2024■ Emergency Order Callback Not CompliedComplaint Investigation (Partial)

A return visit while the kitchen was already shut. The problems had not been fixed, so the closure stayed in place. 1 violations recorded, 1 high priority.

1 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
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Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 1 live roach under reach in freezer 1 live roach on floor in dry storage 1 live roach in chest freezer 2 live roaches under soda machine
High priority/35A-05-4/Warning/Return visit May 29, 2024 · 5 dead roaches near ice cream machine. 11 dead roaches under front counter. 6 dead roaches behind reach in freezer. 6 dead roaches behind reach in cooler. 21 dead roaches behind grill in kitchen. 4 dead roaches on floor in kitchen. 4 dead roaches on floor near hot water heater. 1 live roach near ice machine in kitchen. 1 live roach near back door. Time Extended/Return visit May 30, 2024 · 1 live roach under counter 1 live roach under dining table 1 live roach on wall next to reach in freezer 1 dead roach on floor next to door near dry storage 1 dead roach on floor in dry storage 1 dead roach on floor next to reach in freezer 3 dead roach under counter Removed all and sanitized areas Time Extended
May 29, 2024■ Emergency Order Callback Not CompliedComplaint Investigation (Partial)

A return visit while the kitchen was already shut. The problems had not been fixed, so the closure stayed in place. 1 violations recorded, 1 high priority.

1 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
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Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 1 live roach under reach in freezer 1 live roach on floor in dry storage 1 live roach in chest freezer 2 live roaches under soda machine
High priority/35A-05-4/Warning/Return visit May 29, 2024 · 5 dead roaches near ice cream machine. 11 dead roaches under front counter. 6 dead roaches behind reach in freezer. 6 dead roaches behind reach in cooler. 21 dead roaches behind grill in kitchen. 4 dead roaches on floor in kitchen. 4 dead roaches on floor near hot water heater. 1 live roach near ice machine in kitchen. 1 live roach near back door. Time Extended
May 28, 2024■ Emergency order recommendedComplaint Investigation (Partial)

Ordered shut on the spot. 3 violations recorded, 3 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.

3 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
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Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. 2 flies in lobby 2 fly in dry storage
High priority/35A-02-6/Warning
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 1 live roach under reach in freezer 1 live roach on floor in dry storage 1 live roach in chest freezer 2 live roaches under soda machine
High priority/35A-05-4/Warning
Roach excrement and/or droppings present. 1 roach egg under 3 Compartment Sink
High priority/35A-23-4/Warning
May 16, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation (Partial)

Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.

0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
May 2, 2024□ Emergency Order Callback CompliedComplaint Investigation (Partial)

A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.

0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
May 2, 2024■ Emergency Order Callback Not CompliedComplaint Investigation (Partial)

A return visit while the kitchen was already shut. The problems had not been fixed, so the closure stayed in place. 1 violations recorded, 1 high priority.

1 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
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Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 2 live roach underneath front counter.
High priority/35A-05-4/Return visit May 2, 2024 · 3 live roaches. Owners eradicated, and sanitized area. Time Extended
May 1, 2024■ Emergency order recommendedComplaint Investigation (Partial)

Ordered shut on the spot. 3 violations recorded, 2 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.

2 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 2 live roach underneath front counter.
High priority/35A-05-4
Roach excrement and/or droppings present. Roach droppings underneath front counter. 3 egg casing underneath front counter.
High priority/35A-23-4
Dead roaches on premises. 2 dead roaches underneath front counter. 2 dead roaches around hot water heater.
Basic/35A-03-4
Feb 5, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation

Met inspection standards. 1 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Cracked tiles
Basic/36-17-5
Jan 18, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 1 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Basic/42-01-4
Sep 19, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

0 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment. Emailed to operator
Intermediate/11-27-4
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee drink stored on prep table
Basic/12B-07-4
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed bulk salt not labeled on prep table Corrected -observed employee label
Basic/02D-01-5/Corrected On-Site

This record follows the licence, not the owner. Restaurants change hands and the licence history normally does not, so an older entry may describe people who no longer run the place. Every inspection above links to the state's own report. Something wrong? Tell us.