Dairy Queen Fletcher Tampa in Tampa

Last inspected:

2222 E Fletcher Ave, Tampa, FL 33612

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

Overview

This Dairy Queen location in Tampa has been inspected 21 times since 2016, accumulating 157 violations—an average of 7.5 per inspection, nearly 50% above Florida's statewide average of 5.2. Food contact surface violations were cited in at least six inspections, and proper hand/arm washing violations appeared repeatedly across multiple years. High-priority violations for employee health reporting, proper cooking temperatures, and food in good condition were documented in recent inspections through 2024 and 2025. The facility received one disciplinary action resulting in a $160 fine. No emergency closures are on record. The most recent inspection on September 16, 2025 documented four violations (two high-priority cooking temperature violations) and was completed with no further action required.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.

21Inspections
157Violations
0Closures
1Fire
$160in Fines

Last inspected DBPR:

Dairy Queen Fletcher Tampa in Tampa: Comparison to Hillsborough County Averages

This Facility 7.5 violations / inspection 7.5 violations per inspection
Hillsborough County Avg 5.74 violations / inspection 5.74 county average
This Facility 0 emergency closures 0 closures
Hillsborough County Avg 0.25 closures / facility 0.25 county average

Dairy Queen Fletcher Tampa in Tampa: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)

Total fines on record: $160.00

Disciplinary action history for Dairy Queen Fletcher Tampa in Tampa
Action DateCase NumberFineViolation DateEnforcement Office
3--2024010276 $160.00 Nov 21, 2023 Miami (Doral)

Dairy Queen Fletcher Tampa in Tampa: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (1)

— 1 fire violation

— Routine - Food · 45-05-4 · Call Back - Complied

Inspector Observation: Portable fire extinguisher missing from its designated location. For reporting purposes only. Stored on floor by bananas.
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 Fletcher Tampa in Tampa: Full Inspection History — DBPR (21)

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

High Priority Violations

V16 Proper cooking temps

Intermediate Violations

V42 Equipment condition
— 2 inspections11 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting
V08 Proper hand/arm washing
V12 Shell stock requirements
V14 Food contact surfaces

Intermediate Violations

V36 Proper ventilation
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V11 Food in good condition
V14 Food contact surfaces

Intermediate Violations

V36 Proper ventilation

Basic Violations

V50 Adequate lighting
V51 Premises clean
V53 Outer openings protected
— 4 inspections19 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended

High Priority Violations

V14 Food contact surfaces

Intermediate Violations

V36 Proper ventilation

Basic Violations

V51 Premises clean
V53 Outer openings protected
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (3 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended

High Priority Violations

V08 Proper hand/arm washing
V11 Food in good condition
V14 Food contact surfaces

Intermediate Violations

V35 Single-use items
V36 Proper ventilation
V42 Equipment condition

Basic Violations

V50 Adequate lighting
V51 Premises clean
V53 Outer openings protected
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V14 Food contact surfaces

Intermediate Violations

V35 Single-use items

Basic Violations

V50 Adequate lighting
V53 Outer openings protected
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Intermediate Violations

V35 Single-use items
V36 Proper ventilation
— 2 inspections6 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Complied

Intermediate Violations

V32 Proper sanitizing

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness
V03 Employee health reporting

Intermediate Violations

V32 Proper sanitizing

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected
— 3 inspections19 violations · 12 high priority
— Complaint Full· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V10 Approved food source
V14 Food contact surfaces
V22 Consumer advisory
V23 Chemical properly stored
V25 Allergen awareness

Intermediate Violations

V33 Proper cooling equipment

Basic Violations

V51 Premises clean
— Complaint Full· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting
V10 Approved food source
V22 Consumer advisory

Intermediate Violations

V33 Proper cooling equipment

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting
V14 Food contact surfaces
V22 Consumer advisory
V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V33 Proper cooling equipment
V36 Proper ventilation

Basic Violations

V51 Premises clean
— 1 inspection12 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy
V03 Employee health reporting
V12 Shell stock requirements
V14 Food contact surfaces
V22 Consumer advisory
V23 Chemical properly stored
V27 Correct procedures

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal
V33 Proper cooling equipment
V35 Single-use items
V36 Proper ventilation

Basic Violations

V51 Premises clean
— 2 inspections15 violations · 10 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V14 Food contact surfaces
V22 Consumer advisory
V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V42 Equipment condition
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy
V10 Approved food source
V12 Shell stock requirements
V14 Food contact surfaces
V22 Consumer advisory
V23 Chemical properly stored
V25 Allergen awareness

Intermediate Violations

V36 Proper ventilation
V42 Equipment condition

Basic Violations

V50 Adequate lighting
V53 Outer openings protected
— 5 inspections45 violations · 27 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy
V14 Food contact surfaces
V22 Consumer advisory
V23 Chemical properly stored
V25 Allergen awareness

Intermediate Violations

V36 Proper ventilation
V38 Waste properly disposed
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy
V03 Employee health reporting
V10 Approved food source
V12 Shell stock requirements
V14 Food contact surfaces
V22 Consumer advisory
V23 Chemical properly stored
V25 Allergen awareness

Intermediate Violations

V36 Proper ventilation
V38 Waste properly disposed
V40 Wiping cloths usage
V42 Equipment condition

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended

High Priority Violations

V14 Food contact surfaces
V22 Consumer advisory
V25 Allergen awareness

Basic Violations

V50 Adequate lighting
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending

High Priority Violations

V14 Food contact surfaces
V22 Consumer advisory
V25 Allergen awareness

Basic Violations

V50 Adequate lighting
V51 Premises clean
V53 Outer openings protected
— Routine - Food· 15 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy
V08 Proper hand/arm washing
V10 Approved food source
V12 Shell stock requirements
V14 Food contact surfaces
V22 Consumer advisory
V23 Chemical properly stored
V25 Allergen awareness

Intermediate Violations

V33 Proper cooling equipment
V36 Proper ventilation
V40 Wiping cloths usage
V42 Equipment condition

Basic Violations

V50 Adequate lighting
V51 Premises clean
V53 Outer openings protected
— 1 inspection6 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy
V05 Handwashing procedures
V14 Food contact surfaces
V22 Consumer advisory

Intermediate Violations

V36 Proper ventilation
V42 Equipment condition

Dairy Queen Fletcher Tampa in Tampa: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Dairy Queen Fletcher Tampa in Tampa last inspected?
Dairy Queen Fletcher Tampa in Tampa was last inspected by Florida DBPR on September 16, 2025. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
What are the most common violations at Dairy Queen Fletcher Tampa in Tampa?
The most frequently cited violations at Dairy Queen Fletcher Tampa in Tampa are: Food contact surfaces, Proper ventilation, Consumer advisory.
How many health inspections has Dairy Queen Fletcher Tampa in Tampa had?
Dairy Queen Fletcher Tampa in Tampa has had 21 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 7.5 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
What did the most recent inspection of Dairy Queen Fletcher Tampa in Tampa find?
Dairy Queen Fletcher Tampa in Tampa was most recently inspected on September 16, 2025 with 2 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
Has Dairy Queen Fletcher Tampa in Tampa ever been shut down?
No, Dairy Queen Fletcher Tampa in Tampa has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
What does Florida violation V16 (Proper cooking temps) mean?
Violation 16 (Proper cooking temps) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/16.
What does Florida violation V42 (Equipment condition) mean?
Violation 42 (Equipment condition) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/42.
Has Dairy Queen Fletcher Tampa in Tampa had any fire safety violations?
Yes, Dairy Queen Fletcher Tampa in Tampa has 1 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
Has Dairy Queen Fletcher Tampa in Tampa faced any disciplinary actions?
Yes, Dairy Queen Fletcher Tampa in Tampa has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $160.00 in fines.
How much has Dairy Queen Fletcher Tampa in Tampa been fined?
Dairy Queen Fletcher Tampa in Tampa has been fined a total of $160.00 across 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.

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