DAIRY QUEEN 43206
12405 N MAIN ST STE 9, Jacksonville FL 32218 · 904-751-9000
Last inspected Mar 25, 2026 · 7 visits since August 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between A and D. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Two live flies observed in kitchen area.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
1 case · $400
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5--2015037383 | Aug 19, 2015 | Sep 22, 2015 | $400 |
Inspection history
7 visits, newest first
Mar 25, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority0 Intermediate6 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 9 findingsThe state's own report →
Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. In undercounter reach-in freezer at make line, open bag of raw chicken tenders stored on open case of hamburgers. In stand up reach-in cooler at cook line, open bag of raw chicken tenders stored over case of raw popcorn shrimp
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. At front counter ice cream machine near drive thru, ice cream mix (66F - Cold Holding). Manager stated ice cream mix has been in unit overnight. Ambient temperature 69f.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. At front counter ice cream machine near drive thru, ice cream mix (66F - Cold Holding). Manager stated ice cream mix has been in unit overnight. Ambient temperature 69f.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. One food handler has no hair protection.
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Equipment in poor repair. At cook line stand up reach-in freezer, gasket torn.
Food stored on floor. In back kitchen area, 2 cases of oil on floor.
Label on a food item prepared and packaged onsite for customer self-service does not include product identity/description, date product was packaged and name and address of the establishment that prepared and packaged the food. In stand up reach-in freezer in dining area, grab and go ice cream cakes missing date and address
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. At dish area, handwash sink missing sign.
Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. In walk-in cooler, cases of unwashed tomatoes and onions stored over packages of hot dogs and bottle water.
Jul 23, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 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. In reach-in cooler at make line, hot dogs dated for 14 days. Manager put correct date on container.
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Two employees present, hired 4 months and 6 months, no certification available.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Its handwash sinks in kitchen missing handwash signs.
Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. In walk-in cooler, case of unwashed tomatoes and container of unwashed onions stored over ready to eat dressing cups. Operator moved produce to bottom shelf.
Jan 29, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. At front counter area in top section of reach-in cooler, milk (47F - Cold Holding). Operator stated milk was bought this morning approximately 1.5 hours earlier. Milk jug is in large plastic container with no direct contact to refrigerator air. Operator moved to bottom section.
No soap provided at handwash sink. No soap at front handwash sink.
Floors, walls and/or ceilings soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floor at frying station has grease build up. In walk-in cooler, wall and ceiling soiled.
Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken. At make station, plastic lid for chicken saucing bowl is cracked.
No copy of latest inspection report available. Manager not able to locate last inspection.
Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. In walk-in cooler, cases of unwashed tomatoes and onions stored on shelf above cups of cheese sauce and bags of chili.
Aug 27, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 7 violations recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
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Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 70 degrees Fahrenheit within 2 hours. In walk-in cooler, peppercorn gravy (81F - Cooling). Operator stated gravy placed in cooler 3.25 hours prior. Gravy in deep container with closed lid.
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. I observed one flying insect near mop sink area.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. In walk-in cooler, peppercorn gravy (81F - Cooling). Operator stated gravy placed in cooler 3.25 hours prior. Gravy in deep container with closed lid.
Food being cooled by nonapproved method as evidenced by inadequate rate of cooling during time of inspection. In walk-in cooler, peppercorn gravy (81F - Cooling). Operator stated gravy placed in cooler 3.25 hours prior. Gravy in deep container with closed lid.
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Two employees present, one hired approximately 6 months and the other 8 months, no certification available.
No copy of latest inspection report available. Operator not able to locate last inspection.
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. In ding room, plastic lids stored with bottom facing out.
Mar 28, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. At drive thru area, spindle mixer has build up, underside of mixer head Also, reach-in freezer at drive thru has food debris in interior.
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Two employees present at time of inspection, hired over 60 days per manager, no certificates available.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Cell Pom tray on prep counter. Employee moved.
Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken. Multiple plastic containers and lids have cracking.
Aug 18, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
1 High priority2 Intermediate0 Basic
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Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Missing on outside faucet in drive through area.
Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ One manager certification is expired.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Manager on duty employed for more than 30 days has no certification.
Aug 17, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 12 recorded, 5 high priority.
5 High priority4 Intermediate3 Basic
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Employee handled soiled equipment or utensils and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Employee in drive through area handled personal cell phone, placed phone back in pocket, and immediately handled fryer baskets with chicken cooking without washing hands. Inspector coached employee on proper hand washing procedures.
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Two live flies observed in kitchen area.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In walk in cooler, 20.5 cases of ice cream base, 3 pans of gravy, 1 pan of ranch dressing, 22 bags/packages of cheese, 1.5 gallons of milk, 1.25 cases of whipped cream stored overnight 66F. See stop sale.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In walk in cooler, 20.5 cases of ice cream base, 3 pans of gravy, 1 pan of ranch dressing, 22 bags/packages of cheese, 1.5 gallons of milk, 1.25 cases of whipped cream stored overnight 66F. See stop sale. Manager states she noted the walk in cooler at the same temperature at 0930. Manager called maintenance to repair.
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Missing on outside faucet in drive through area.
Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Two gallons of milk stored in reach in cooler by front counter opened yesterday morning. Milk dated.
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. No written plan available. Inspector emailed Form 5030-104.
Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ One manager certification is expired.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Manager on duty employed for more than 30 days has no certification.
Equipment in poor repair. Walk in cooler not maintaining temperature - ambient air temperature is 66F.
Floors, walls, and/or ceilings soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floor under equipment near drive through area. Floor under reach in freezer in dining area.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Cabinet area under drink dispenser in dining area.
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