Dairy Queen in Lake Wales
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24171 Us Hwy 27, Lake Wales, FL 33859Part of: Dairy Queen Florida health inspections, violations & closures
The Dairy Queen in Lake Wales has received 19 inspections over the record period, averaging 4.4 violations per inspection — slightly below the Florida statewide average of 5.2. The facility has not experienced any emergency closures. Recent inspections show recurring high-priority violations involving handwashing, consumer advisories, and approved food sources. The most recent inspection on December 11, 2025 identified 8 violations (1 intermediate, 4 basic) and was completed with no further action required. Two prior inspections in January 2025 and July 2024 triggered administrative complaint recommendations due to high-priority violations including parasite destruction and handwashing failures. The facility has maintained compliance in some inspections, most notably a call-back inspection in December 2023 that showed full correction of prior violations.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Dairy Queen in Lake Wales: Comparison to Polk County Averages
Dairy Queen in Lake Wales: Full Inspection History — DBPR (19)
— 4 inspections12 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 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
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— 1 inspection4 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections9 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 3 violations · Warning Issued
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections11 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections9 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 1 inspection1 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 2 inspections8 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 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
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections20 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection4 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Dairy Queen in Lake Wales: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Dairy Queen in Lake Wales last inspected?
- Dairy Queen in Lake Wales was last inspected by Florida DBPR on December 11, 2025. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- What are the most common violations at Dairy Queen in Lake Wales?
- The most frequently cited violations at Dairy Queen in Lake Wales are: Consumer advisory, Proper hand/arm washing, Outer openings protected.
- How many health inspections has Dairy Queen in Lake Wales had?
- Dairy Queen in Lake Wales has had 19 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 4.4 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Dairy Queen in Lake Wales find?
- Dairy Queen in Lake Wales was most recently inspected on December 11, 2025 with 5 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Dairy Queen in Lake Wales ever been shut down?
- No, Dairy Queen in Lake Wales has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- What does Florida violation V10 (Approved food source) mean?
- Violation 10 (Approved food source) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/10.
- 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 V50 (Adequate lighting) mean?
- Violation 50 (Adequate lighting) is classified as a basic priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/50.
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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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