DAIRY QUEEN OF CRYSTAL RIVER
727 N SUNCOAST BLVD, Crystal River FL 34429 · 3527955800
Last inspected Jul 8, 2026 · 13 visits since September 2023
SEP 25
JAN 26
FEB 26
APR 26
JUL 26
— STEADY
5 inspections within 0 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
1 case · $560
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2024053168 | May 1, 2024 | Feb 3, 2025 | $560 |
Inspection history
13 visits, newest first
Jul 8, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Apr 9, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation (Partial)
Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Feb 2, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation (Partial)
Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jan 22, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Sep 3, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Apr 28, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jan 10, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 5 violations recorded.
0 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
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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.
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. Anita Ayla
Ceiling tiles soiled with mold like substance in ding room. Ceiling tiles around vent in cook line area soiled.
Equipment in poor repair. Reach in freezer in dining room Reach in cooler in front counter area Electro freezer ice ream machine Ice build up in walk in freezer
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with dust. Walk in cooler fan guards Grease build up on sides of fryers
Jul 16, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Multiple ceiling tiles in front counter area with water damage
Water leaking from pipe under 3 compartment sink
Jul 10, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 11 violations recorded.
0 High priority3 Intermediate8 Basic
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Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification and no other certified food service manager employed at this location. Manager Nikunj Sidhpura
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.
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 for operator
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Multiple ceiling tiles in front counter area with water damage
Condensation or other drainage not disposed of according to law. 2 air vents between front counter of dining room and soft serve ice cream machine/toppings station consistently dripping water onto floor.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee drink on dry storage shelf near office
Floor area covered with standing water. Floor in front counter area
Frozen time/temperature control for safety food being slacked at room temperature is no longer frozen solid. Chili on counter in cook line area. Operator states the chili was pulled out of freezer at 10am. Operator placed chili in reach in cooler to complete thawing.
Water leaking from pipe under 3 compartment sink
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Wet mop in soiled water in mop sink area
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. On counter in drive thru area
Jul 10, 2024Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedComplaint Investigation
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 4 violations recorded.
0 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
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Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification and no other certified food service manager employed at this location. Nikunj Sidhpura
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.
Water leaking from pipe under 3 compartment sink.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. In mop sink
May 1, 2024Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 6 recorded.
0 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
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Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification and no other certified food service manager employed at this location. Nikunj Sidhpura
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.
Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. Case of tomatoes stored over bottled water in walk in cooler
Water leaking from pipe under 3 compartment sink.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. In mop sink
Wiping cloth quaternary ammonium compound sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. 0ppm in cook line area
Feb 20, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Cardboard wrapped with torn foil used to line nonfood-contact shelves on cooks line
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Operator removed
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Cooks line microwave interior soiled
Sep 25, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate6 Basic
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Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. Under three compartment sink
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. In curbed mop area and near walk in freezer door
Floors not maintained smooth and durable. Walk in freezer metal floor damaged
Ice buildup on wall of walk-in freezer.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -walk in cooler fan guards
Plumbing system in disrepair. Pipe under three compartment sink dripping into pan.
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.