Dairy Queen Grill and Chill in Fort Myers
Last inspected:
13250 Palm Beach Blvd, Fort Myers, FL 33905Part of: Dairy Queen Florida health inspections, violations & closures
This Dairy Queen location in Fort Myers has averaged 4.96 violations per inspection across 24 inspections since 2016, slightly below the statewide average of 5.2. The facility experienced one emergency closure on September 4, 2019 for roach activity. A disciplinary action resulting in $200 in fines was issued. Toxic substance control, food contact surface sanitation, and parasite destruction violations have appeared repeatedly across multiple inspections. A fire safety violation was documented on November 19, 2024 when a marked exit and path to marked exit were observed blocked by a power washer and laundry equipment. The most recent inspection on November 20, 2025 was completed with no further action required, though four basic violations were cited.
Most recent closure: September 4, 2019 for roach activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Dairy Queen Grill and Chill in Fort Myers: Comparison to Lee County Averages
This Facility
5
violations / inspection
5 violations per inspection
Lee County Avg
4.36
violations / inspection
4.36 county average
This Facility
1
emergency closures
1 closures
Lee County Avg
0.1
closures / facility
0.1 county average
Dairy Queen Grill and Chill in Fort Myers: Emergency Closure History (1)
Dairy Queen Grill and Chill in Fort Myers: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $200.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2015041690 | $200.00 | Sep 17, 2015 | Miami (Doral) |
Dairy Queen Grill and Chill in Fort Myers: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (1)
— 1 fire violation
— Complaint Full · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Inspector Observation: Marked exit/path to marked exit blocked. For reporting purposes only. Observed power washer and laundry basket blocking rear exit across from mop sink. Operator moved items from in front of door. **Corrected On-Site**
Legal Basis: Reporting: (d) The division, or its agent, shall notify the local firesafety authority or the State Fire Marshal of any readily observable violation of a rule adopted under chapter 633 which relates to public lodging establishments or public food establishments, and the identification of such violation does not require any firesafety inspection certification. For reporting purposes only.
Dairy Queen Grill and Chill in Fort Myers: Full Inspection History — DBPR (24)
— 2 inspections7 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections12 violations · 7 high priority
— Complaint Full· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections13 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections19 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections12 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections7 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 6 inspections18 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Emergency Order Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 1 inspection6 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections11 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Dairy Queen Grill and Chill in Fort Myers: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Dairy Queen Grill and Chill in Fort Myers last inspected?
- Dairy Queen Grill and Chill in Fort Myers was last inspected by Florida DBPR on November 20, 2025. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- When was Dairy Queen Grill and Chill in Fort Myers last shut down?
- Dairy Queen Grill and Chill in Fort Myers was last shut down on September 4, 2019 for roach 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 Grill and Chill in Fort Myers?
- The most frequently cited violations at Dairy Queen Grill and Chill in Fort Myers are: Allergen awareness, Food contact surfaces, Proper sewage disposal.
- How many health inspections has Dairy Queen Grill and Chill in Fort Myers had?
- Dairy Queen Grill and Chill in Fort Myers has had 24 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 5 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Dairy Queen Grill and Chill in Fort Myers find?
- Dairy Queen Grill and Chill in Fort Myers was most recently inspected on November 20, 2025 with 4 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Dairy Queen Grill and Chill in Fort Myers ever been shut down?
- Yes, Dairy Queen Grill and Chill in Fort Myers has been emergency-closed 1 time 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.
- What does Florida violation V13 (Parasite destruction) mean?
- Violation 13 (Parasite destruction) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/13.
- What does Florida violation V24 (Toxic substance control) mean?
- Violation 24 (Toxic substance control) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/24.
- Has Dairy Queen Grill and Chill in Fort Myers had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, Dairy Queen Grill and Chill in Fort Myers has 1 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has Dairy Queen Grill and Chill in Fort Myers faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Dairy Queen Grill and Chill in Fort Myers has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $200.00 in fines.
- How much has Dairy Queen Grill and Chill in Fort Myers been fined?
- Dairy Queen Grill and Chill in Fort Myers 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).
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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