Dairy Queen in Sebring

Last inspected:

3359 Us Hwy 27 S, Sebring, FL 33870

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

Overview

Dairy Queen in Sebring operates at Risk Level 2 and has accumulated 88 violations across 24 inspections since 2016, averaging 3.7 violations per inspection—below Florida's statewide average of 5.2. The facility has never been emergency-closed. High-priority violations have centered on shell stock requirements, proper cooking temperatures, parasite destruction, employee health reporting, and hand washing practices, with these issues recurring across multiple inspections. One disciplinary action resulted in a $200 fine. The most recent inspection on March 11, 2026 yielded 2 basic violations and resulted in Call Back - Complied status; a prior inspection on January 9, 2026 had issued a Warning after 14 violations, including high-priority findings for shell stock, cooking temperatures, and food contact surfaces. The facility continues routine monitoring under DBPR oversight.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.

24Inspections
88Violations
0Closures
$200in Fines

Last inspected DBPR:

Dairy Queen in Sebring: Comparison to Highlands County Averages

This Facility 3.7 violations / inspection 3.7 violations per inspection
Highlands County Avg 5.62 violations / inspection 5.62 county average
This Facility 0 emergency closures 0 closures
Highlands County Avg 0.25 closures / facility 0.25 county average

Dairy Queen in Sebring: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)

Total fines on record: $200.00

Disciplinary action history for Dairy Queen in Sebring
Action DateCase NumberFineViolation DateEnforcement Office
7--2025000930 $200.00 Nov 19, 2024 Miami (Doral)

Dairy Queen in Sebring: Full Inspection History — DBPR (24)

— 2 inspections8 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied

Basic Violations

— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 1 inspection5 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 5 inspections11 violations · 2 high priority
— Complaint Full· 2 violations · Call Back - Complied
— Complaint Full· 5 violations (1 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

— 2 inspections12 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 4 inspections11 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 1 inspection5 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

— 3 inspections17 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 2 inspections9 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 1 inspection0 violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— 2 inspections0 violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

No violations recorded for this inspection.

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

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— 1 inspection0 violations
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Dairy Queen in Sebring: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Dairy Queen in Sebring last inspected?
Dairy Queen in Sebring was last inspected by Florida DBPR on March 11, 2026. The result was: Call Back - Complied.
What are the most common violations at Dairy Queen in Sebring?
The most frequently cited violations at Dairy Queen in Sebring are: Proper ventilation, Proper sewage disposal, Shell stock requirements.
How many health inspections has Dairy Queen in Sebring had?
Dairy Queen in Sebring has had 24 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 3.7 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
What did the most recent inspection of Dairy Queen in Sebring find?
Dairy Queen in Sebring was most recently inspected on March 11, 2026 with 1 violation(s). Disposition: Call Back - Complied.
Has Dairy Queen in Sebring ever been shut down?
No, Dairy Queen in Sebring has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
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.
Has Dairy Queen in Sebring faced any disciplinary actions?
Yes, Dairy Queen in Sebring has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $200.00 in fines.
How much has Dairy Queen in Sebring been fined?
Dairy Queen in Sebring has been fined a total of $200.00 across 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.

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