Dairy Queen in Clearwater
Last inspected:
2046 Gulf to Bay Blvd, Clearwater, FL 33765Part of: Dairy Queen Florida health inspections, violations & closures
This Dairy Queen location in Clearwater has been inspected 25 times since 2021 with 136 total violations, averaging 5.4 violations per inspection, slightly above the Florida statewide average of 5.2. High-priority violations have included handwashing deficiencies, which appeared in at least 3 inspections between 2022 and 2023, alongside recurring citations for chemical storage and consumer advisory issues. The facility has not experienced any emergency closures. One disciplinary action resulted in $200 in fines. The most recent inspection on February 5, 2026 documented 8 violations including high-priority findings related to consumer advisory and chemical storage, with the inspection completed and no further action required.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Dairy Queen in Clearwater: Comparison to Pinellas County Averages
Dairy Queen in Clearwater: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $200.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2021021158 | $200.00 | Feb 17, 2021 | Tampa |
Dairy Queen in Clearwater: Full Inspection History — DBPR (25)
— 1 inspection4 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 1 inspection9 violations · 5 high priority
— Complaint Full· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections8 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections10 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 4 inspections14 violations · 5 high priority
— Complaint Full· 2 violations · Call Back - Complied
— Complaint Full· 9 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
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Intermediate Violations
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— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— 4 inspections9 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 4 inspections16 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 2 inspections18 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Complaint Full· 8 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 4 inspections14 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
Dairy Queen in Clearwater: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Dairy Queen in Clearwater last inspected?
- Dairy Queen in Clearwater was last inspected by Florida DBPR on February 5, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- What are the most common violations at Dairy Queen in Clearwater?
- The most frequently cited violations at Dairy Queen in Clearwater are: Consumer advisory, Chemical properly stored, Proper hand/arm washing.
- How many health inspections has Dairy Queen in Clearwater had?
- Dairy Queen in Clearwater has had 25 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 5.4 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Dairy Queen in Clearwater find?
- Dairy Queen in Clearwater was most recently inspected on February 5, 2026 with 4 violation(s), including 1 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Dairy Queen in Clearwater ever been shut down?
- No, Dairy Queen in Clearwater has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- What does Florida violation V22 (Consumer advisory) mean?
- Violation 22 (Consumer advisory) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/22.
- What does Florida violation V23 (Chemical properly stored) mean?
- Violation 23 (Chemical properly stored) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/23.
- What does Florida violation V36 (Proper ventilation) mean?
- Violation 36 (Proper ventilation) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/36.
- Has Dairy Queen in Clearwater faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Dairy Queen in Clearwater has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $200.00 in fines.
- How much has Dairy Queen in Clearwater been fined?
- Dairy Queen in Clearwater has been fined a total of $200.00 across 1 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).
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