DAIRY QUEEN GRILL AND CHILL
1419 NE PINE ISLAND RD, Cape Coral FL 33909
Last inspected Jul 28, 2026 · 10 visits since October 2023
DEC 24
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DEC 25
JUL 26
▲ GETTING WORSE
5 inspections, one direction. The current grade is the worst on record.
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. Printed out Clean Up of Vomiting and Diarrheal Events DBPR Form HR 5030-104 for Manager. The manager posted form on bulletin board during inspection.
★ 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2019026009 | May 14, 2019 | Nov 12, 2019 | $400 |
Inspection history
10 visits, newest first
Jul 28, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority3 Intermediate3 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 6 findingsThe state's own report →
Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Emailed DBPR Form HR 5030-081 Consumer Advisory.
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. Emailer Employee Reporting Form DBPR HR 5030-103.
Records/documents for required employee training do not contain all of the required information.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance in storage area..
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Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. The operator removed ice scooper from ice bin.
Open dumpster lid.
Dec 15, 2025Inspection 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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Records/documents for required employee training do not contain all of the required information.
Bathroom fixtures designed with non-readily cleanable design. Observed men's restroom toilet handle has white residue on it.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance.
Aug 8, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance in dry storage area.
Food stored on floor. Observed boxes of food on floor in walk-in freezer. The manager removed the boxes from floor in walk-in freezer.
Feb 17, 2025Inspection 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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Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed dirty spoon and rag in handwashing sink in ice cream area. The operator removed the spoon and rag from handwashing sink.
Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice drive up window. The manager removed ice scooper from ice.
Dec 4, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.
Recorded at 1400 COLONIAL BLVD STE 35, Fort Myers — this licence has since moved.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Oct 21, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.
Recorded at 1400 COLONIAL BLVD STE 35, Fort Myers — this licence has since moved.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Sep 17, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority3 Intermediate1 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. Printed out Clean Up of Vomiting and Diarrheal Events DBPR Form HR 5030-104 for Manager. The manager posted form on bulletin board during inspection.
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. Printed out Employee Reporting Form HR 5030-103 for Manager. The manager filled out form during inspection.
No soap provided at handwash sink in ice cream area. The manager replaced soap dispenser during Inspection.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance.
Mar 29, 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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Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance.
Jan 29, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 8 recorded.
0 High priority4 Intermediate4 Basic
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Employee washed hands in a sink other than an approved handwash sink. Observed operator wash hands in 3 compartment sink.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
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/
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.
Bathroom facility in disrepair. Observed odor sewer smell like from women's restroom.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance.
Dumpster overflowing garbage.
Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Observed personal food not segregated from food being served to the public in reach-in cooler.
Oct 2, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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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. Emailed manager DBPR Form HR 5030-103.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance.
Dumpster overflowing garbage.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed cell phone on prep table. The operator removed cell phone from prep table.
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.