Dairy Queen in Lakeland
Last inspected:
5239 Us 98 S, Lakeland, FL 33812Part of: Dairy Queen Florida health inspections, violations & closures
This Dairy Queen in Lakeland has had 9 inspections on record between October 2019 and August 2025, documenting 22 violations with no emergency closures. The facility averaged 2.4 violations per inspection, well below the Florida statewide average of 5.2. Chemical storage violations were cited in 6 of 9 inspections, a recurring pattern that has persisted across the entire inspection history. Allergen awareness violations appeared in 3 inspections. The most recent inspection on August 29, 2025 identified 4 basic violations related to chemical storage and was completed with no further action required.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Dairy Queen in Lakeland: Comparison to Polk County Averages
Dairy Queen in Lakeland: Full Inspection History — DBPR (9)
— 2 inspections3 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— 1 inspection5 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections7 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 1 inspection3 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection2 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections2 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 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 in Lakeland: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Dairy Queen in Lakeland last inspected?
- Dairy Queen in Lakeland was last inspected by Florida DBPR on August 29, 2025. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- What are the most common violations at Dairy Queen in Lakeland?
- The most frequently cited violations at Dairy Queen in Lakeland are: Chemical properly stored, Allergen awareness, Food contact surfaces.
- How many health inspections has Dairy Queen in Lakeland had?
- Dairy Queen in Lakeland has had 9 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 2.4 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Dairy Queen in Lakeland find?
- Dairy Queen in Lakeland was most recently inspected on August 29, 2025 with 2 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Dairy Queen in Lakeland ever been shut down?
- No, Dairy Queen in Lakeland has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- 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.
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Editorial Standards & Data Oversight
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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