DAIRY QUEEN
2046 GULF TO BAY BLVD, Clearwater FL 33765 · 7274470132
Last inspected Aug 17, 2026 · 4 visits since November 2023
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— STEADY
4 inspections within 21 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. 1 live fly in office
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
1 case · $200
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2021021158 | Feb 17, 2021 | Jun 24, 2021 | $200 |
Inspection history
4 visits, newest first
Aug 17, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 4 findings
Accumulation of black mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine
Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public in walk in cooler. Manager relocated for to designated employee food box.
Food-contact surface not smooth and easily cleanable- interior door of freezer opposite triple sink.
Hole in or other damage to wall opposite office.
Feb 5, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
Show 4 findings ▾
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. - spray bottles of cleaner stored next to package of to go containers on shelf near drive thru area. Employee relocated spray bottles
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris - can opener soiled on food prep table in back kitchen area. Manager removed can opener blade and cleaned the can opener and blade thoroughly.
Hole in or other damage to wall near back door.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. - reach in cooler gaskets soiled in front line area. Employee cleaned the reach in cooler gaskets - outside surface near handles soiled in back food prep area. Manager cleaned the exterior of the reach in freezer door and handle. - hand wash sink soiled on the inside in the dishwashing area. Manager cleaned the inside of the hand wash sink
Sep 4, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 12 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority3 Intermediate8 Basic
Show 12 findings ▾
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. 1 live fly in office
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting board stained and grooved
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. Operator states that there was a leak in the office, which caused water damage to the book holding the employee training certificates. Operator was able to show proof of some employees. No proof of training for Amanda, Shamick, Brandon
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. For one employee Zephaniyah. Manager states it is a part of their new hire paperwork but is not in the building.
Accumulation of dead or trapped birds, insects, rodents, or other pests, in cobweb. Approximately 28 dead ants in cobweb near back door. Operator discarded and cleaned area.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Tanks near 3 compartment sink not secure
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Walk in cooler walls and ceiling soiled
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee beverage on prep table next to cake. Employee water bottle on shelf in reach in cooler.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Employee with no hair net and beard guard. Employee put on hat
Hole in or other damage to wall. Hold in wall above cove molding near back door
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Microwave in kitchen soiled with food debris
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with food. Reach in coolers soiled with food debris. Soiled gasket if flip top reach in cooler.
Nov 17, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
Show 5 findings ▾
Employee with long fingernails working with exposed food, single-service items or clean equipment and utensils.
No proof provided that some food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses.
Slow draining water in handwash sink in front line next turbo chef
Accumulation of black mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine on drop plate - manager cleaned and sanitized drop plate
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
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.