Dairy Queen in Brandon
Last inspected:
602 W Brandon Blvd, Brandon, FL 33511-5006Part of: Dairy Queen Florida health inspections, violations & closures
Dairy Queen in Brandon has accumulated 117 violations across 38 inspections since 2016, averaging 3.1 per visit. The facility was shut down twice for roach activity, most recently triggering daily inspections from May 29 through June 3, 2024, with repeated non-compliance citations before finally meeting requirements on June 4. The facility has faced 2 disciplinary actions totaling $1,200 in fines. Top recurring violations include single-use items, time as a control measure, and shell stock requirements.
Most recent closure: May 28, 2024 for roach & fly activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Dairy Queen in Brandon: Comparison to Hillsborough County Averages
This Facility
3.1
violations / inspection
3.1 violations per inspection
Hillsborough County Avg
5.74
violations / inspection
5.74 county average
This Facility
2
emergency closures
2 closures
Hillsborough County Avg
0.25
closures / facility
0.25 county average
Dairy Queen in Brandon: Emergency Closure History (2)
Dairy Queen in Brandon: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (2)
Total fines on record: $1,200.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2024035560 | $800.00 | May 28, 2024 | Tampa | |
| 3--2024029532 | $400.00 | May 1, 2024 | Tampa |
Dairy Queen in Brandon: Full Inspection History — DBPR (38)
— 1 inspection1 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 3 inspections5 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 18 inspections21 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Partial· 0 violations · Emergency Order Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Partial· 1 violations · Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Partial· 1 violations · Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Partial· 1 violations · Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Partial· 1 violations · Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Partial· 1 violations · Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Partial· 1 violations · Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Partial· 1 violations · Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Partial· 1 violations · Emergency order recommended
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Partial· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Partial· 0 violations · Emergency Order Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Partial· 1 violations · Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Partial· 1 violations · Emergency order recommended
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections9 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections5 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections5 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 2 inspections9 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections12 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 1 inspection6 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections11 violations · 8 high priority
— Complaint Full· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections15 violations · 13 high priority
— Complaint Full· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Dairy Queen in Brandon: Frequently Asked Questions
- Is Dairy Queen in Brandon under active enforcement?
- Records show 3 emergency order inspections between June 3, 2024 and June 4, 2024. This data reflects state records at time of publication. The facility may have since resolved these issues.
- When was Dairy Queen in Brandon last inspected?
- Dairy Queen in Brandon was last inspected by Florida DBPR on February 10, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- When was Dairy Queen in Brandon last shut down?
- Dairy Queen in Brandon was last shut down on May 28, 2024 for roach & fly activity. This data reflects state records at time of publication. The facility may have since resolved these issues.
- What are the most common violations at Dairy Queen in Brandon?
- The most frequently cited violations at Dairy Queen in Brandon are: Single-use items, Time as control, Employee health policy.
- How many health inspections has Dairy Queen in Brandon had?
- Dairy Queen in Brandon has had 38 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 3.1 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Dairy Queen in Brandon find?
- Dairy Queen in Brandon was most recently inspected on February 10, 2026 with 1 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Dairy Queen in Brandon ever been shut down?
- Yes, Dairy Queen in Brandon has been emergency-closed 2 times by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- What does Florida violation V08 (Proper hand/arm washing) mean?
- Violation 08 (Proper hand/arm washing) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/08.
- Has Dairy Queen in Brandon faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Dairy Queen in Brandon has 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $1,200.00 in fines.
- How much has Dairy Queen in Brandon been fined?
- Dairy Queen in Brandon has been fined a total of $1,200.00 across 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
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Data Source: This report is based on official public inspection records from the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR) and the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS).
Editorial Process: Content generated using AI to synthesize complex regulatory data, then reviewed and verified for accuracy by our editorial team.
Disclaimer: All data reflects official state records at time of publication. Facilities may have since corrected cited violations, resolved enforcement actions, or changed ownership.
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