Dairy Queen Grill and Chill in Freeport

Last inspected:

16380 Us Hwy 331 S, Freeport, FL 32439

Part of: Dairy Queen Florida health inspections, violations & closures

Overview

Dairy Queen Grill and Chill in Freeport has received 16 inspections since 2016, averaging 3.1 violations per inspection, below the Florida statewide average of 5.2. The facility has not been emergency-closed. However, the inspection record shows escalating enforcement activity in 2025: three complaint-based inspections were conducted in July, August, and September, including findings of high-priority violations for food contact surface sanitation and improper chemical storage in the July 21 inspection. An administrative complaint was recommended following the August 21 inspection. The most recent inspections on September 3, 2025 resulted in Call Back - Complied dispositions, indicating corrections were made to address the cited violations.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.

16Inspections
49Violations
0Closures

Last inspected DBPR:

Dairy Queen Grill and Chill in Freeport: Comparison to Walton County Averages

This Facility 3.1 violations / inspection 3.1 violations per inspection
Walton County Avg 3.19 violations / inspection 3.19 county average
This Facility 0 emergency closures 0 closures
Walton County Avg 0.09 closures / facility 0.09 county average

Dairy Queen Grill and Chill in Freeport: Full Inspection History — DBPR (16)

— 5 inspections13 violations · 2 high priority
— Complaint Partial· 2 violations · Call Back - Complied

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Complaint Partial· 2 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

— Complaint Partial· 2 violations · Warning Issued

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

— Complaint Full· 7 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 2 inspections3 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— 1 inspection4 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 1 inspection3 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

— 1 inspection2 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— 1 inspection0 violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— 3 inspections12 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections4 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Dairy Queen Grill and Chill in Freeport: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Dairy Queen Grill and Chill in Freeport last inspected?
Dairy Queen Grill and Chill in Freeport was last inspected by Florida DBPR on September 3, 2025. The result was: Call Back - Complied.
What are the most common violations at Dairy Queen Grill and Chill in Freeport?
The most frequently cited violations at Dairy Queen Grill and Chill in Freeport are: Proper ventilation, Outer openings protected, Consumer advisory.
How many health inspections has Dairy Queen Grill and Chill in Freeport had?
Dairy Queen Grill and Chill in Freeport has had 16 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 Grill and Chill in Freeport find?
Dairy Queen Grill and Chill in Freeport was most recently inspected on September 3, 2025 with 2 violation(s). Disposition: Call Back - Complied.
Has Dairy Queen Grill and Chill in Freeport ever been shut down?
No, Dairy Queen Grill and Chill in Freeport has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
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.
What does Florida violation V53 (Outer openings protected) mean?
Violation 53 (Outer openings protected) is classified as a basic priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/53.

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