Dairy Queen
B12641 N Cave Creek Rd, Phoenix 85022
Food Establishment · Permit FD-01057
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Inspection history6 on record
2025
Jun 19, 2025Routine1 priority1 coreB
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.
Inspector's notes
Observed hamburgers sitting in hot tray at 119*f degrees. Manager stated burgers had just been cooked with-in the last 10 minutes. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
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PRIORITY VIOLATION-3-501.16(A)(1) - Priority: Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food, Hot Holding. For a permanent fix to this violation, check out these simple tools in our Active Managerial Control Toolbox, made especially for you. https://www.maricopa.gov/4614/AMC-Toolbox---Hot-Holding. Predefined Comment: Except during preparation, cooking, cooling or when time is used as a control all TCS foods must be maintained at 135°F or above. Predefined Comment: All TCS foods improperly hot held were reheated to 165°F at time of inspection.
Inspector's notes
*2nd repeat* Bathroom missing many pieces of tile on walls. Surfaces must be smooth and easily cleanable. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
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6-501.11 - Core: Repairing -Premises, Structures, Attachments, and Fixtures-Methods
Jan 22, 2025Routine1 priority2 foundation3 coreB
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.
Inspector's notes
Observed dead cockroaches by bathroom/ exterior drive through door, please remove dead insects from the premises. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
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6-501.112 - Core: Removing Dead or Trapped Birds, Insects, Rodents and other Pests
Predefined Comment: A Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) is required to be on the premises during all hours of operation. 2-102.12(A) - Core: Certified Food Protection Manager. For a permanent fix to this violation, check out these resources on our website. https://www.maricopa.gov/5114/Food-Restaurants
Inspector's notes
Observed employee handle cash and use the ice cream machine directly without hand washing. Cash is a contaminated item and requires a hand wash before resuming work with food or food contact surfaces. Employee corrected with a hand wash at time of inspection.
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PRIORITY VIOLATION-2-301.14 - Priority: When to Wash. For a permanent fix to this violation, check out these simple tools in our Active Managerial Control Toolbox, made especially for you. https://www.maricopa.gov/4573/AMC-Toolbox: Handwashing.
Inspector's notes
Observed establishment's only hand sink to have no paper towels. Hand sinks must be supplied and accessible at all times. Paper towels supplied.
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6-301.12 - Priority Foundation: Hand Drying Provision. For a permanent fix to this violation, check out these simple tools in our Active Managerial Control Toolbox, made especially for you. https://www.maricopa.gov/4573/AMC-Toolbox: Handwashing.
Inspector's notes
Observed applicator bottle of ortho pesticide from retail sale in office of establishment. Pest control can only be applied by a licensed pest applicator. Substance was removed from premises at time of inspection.
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7-202.11 - Priority Foundation: Restriction-Presence and Use
Inspector's notes
Bathroom missing many pieces of tile on walls. Surfaces must be smooth and easily cleanable. PIC stated remodel is occurring soon and waiting to fix issue. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
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6-501.11 - Core: Repairing -Premises, Structures, Attachments, and Fixtures-Methods
2024
Sep 9, 2024Re-InspectioncleanA°
Conducted an onsite re-inspection for priority foundation violations noted on previous routine inspection. Observed the prep cooler by the cook line was maintaining minimum ambient temperature of 30F in both the upper and lower compartements. TCS foods stored in the prep cooler had internal temperatures less than 41F. Observed establishment has obtained quat-sanitizer test strips and are retained in the establishment for use. Observed a cover plate has been installed under the back door to seal the gap opening to the exterior. The person in charge at the time of re-inspection was a certified food protection manager and made additional staff certifications available for review by posting them in a clearly visible area. Verified establishment continures to have ample supply and peak capacitiy of hot water. Observed the establishment has performed cleaning under and around equipment on the cook line, the ventilation hood, walls and other areas of the establishment. Observed establishment has begun to repair crack gaps, and holes, in the walls. Establishment has plans for new construction/remodel and will continure to address physical facilities repairs as part of the remodel.Discussed continued cleaning and repair of premises, discussed submitting a new construction/remodel application prior to initiating the remodel.
Aug 17, 2024Routine1 priority3 foundation4 coreC
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.Re-inspection to take place by 8/26/24.
Inspector's notes
Observed no certified food protection manager onsite at the time of inspection.
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2-102.12(A) - Core: Certified Food Protection Manager. For a permanent fix to this violation, check out these resources on our website. https://www.maricopa.gov/5114/Food-Restaurants Predefined Comment: A Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) is required to be on the premises during all hours of operation. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
Inspector's notes
Observed hand wash sink with hot water temperature of 90F. The person in charge adjusted the water heater settings and the hand wash sink was supplied with hot water temperature of 107F.
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5-202.12 (A) - Priority Foundation: Handwashing Sinks, Installation. Proper temperature, Mixing Faucet. For a permanent fix to this violation, check out these simple tools in our Active Managerial Control Toolbox, made especially for you. https://www.maricopa.gov/4573/AMC-Toolbox: Handwashing. Predefined Comment: Handwash sinks must be supplied with hot water of at least 100°F, soap and an approved hand drying provision at all times. Facilities must be maintained in a condition that promotes handwashing. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
Inspector's notes
Observed TCS foods with internal temperature between 51F -61F in the prep cooler by the cook line. The person in charge was unable to verify how long the food items had been stored for cold holding in the prep cooler. TCS food items included cut tomatoes, buttermilk ranch, mayo sauce, sliced soft cheese, hotdogs, cut lettuce, and bacon. The food items were embargoed at the time of inspection.
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PRIORITY VIOLATION-3-501.16(A)(2) and (B) - Priority: Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food, Cold Holding. For a permanent fix to this violation, check out these simple tools in our Active Managerial Control Toolbox, made especially for you.https://www.maricopa.gov/4576/AMC-Toolbox---Cold-Holding. Predefined Comment: Except during preparation, cooking, cooling or when time is used as a control all TCS foods must be maintained at 41°F or below. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
Inspector's notes
Observed prep cooler by the cook line with minimum internal temperature of 82F. TCS foods stored inside the prep cooler had internal temperatures between 51F -61F. The person in charge adjusted the temperature settings but the cooler only cooled to 50F internal ambient temperature. The person in charge discontinued use of the cooler and placed a work order for service.
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4-301.11 - Priority Foundation: Cooling, Heating, and Holding Capacities-Equipment. For a permanent fix to this violation, check out these simple tools in our Active Managerial Control Toolbox, made especially for you. https://www.maricopa.gov/4617/AMC-Toolbox---Cooling. Predefined Comment: Cold holding equipment must have the capacity to maintain TCS foods at 41°F or below. Must repair cold holding equipment such that it maintains TCS foods at 41°F or below. Corrective Action: Correct prior to re-inspection.
Inspector's notes
Observed missing plate cover and open gap between the floor of the door frame and bottom of the door. Discussed outer openings of a food establishment shall be protected against the entry of insects and rodents by filling or closing holes and other gaps along floors, walls, and ceilings; closed, tight-fitting windows; and solid, self-closing, tight-fitting doors. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection. 6-501.111 (A-B, D) - Core: Controlling Pests; Monitoring Addl Notes: Observed flying insects in areas of food storage, food prep, and high moisture.
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6-202.15 - Core: Outer Openings, Protected Predefined Comment: Establishment must be maintained free of pests and all pest control measures must be conducted by a licensed pest control specialist. Must eliminate current pest control problem and obtain pest control from a certified and licensed pest control specialist by re-inspection. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
Inspector's notes
Observed the door of the walk-in cooler not properly sealed into the door frame of the walk in cooler leaving a gap along the rubber strip with cold air venting out of the walk in cooler. Equipment components such as doors, seals, hinges, fasteners, and kick plates shall be kept intact, tight, and adjusted in accordance with manufacturer's specifications.
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4-501.11 - Core: Good Repair and Proper Adjustment-Equipment Predefined Comment: All equipment must be maintained in good repair at all times. Repair all equipment to a state of good repair prior to next routine inspection.
Inspector's notes
Observed establishment use quat-sanitizer but unable to provide quat-sanitizer test strips.
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4-302.14 - Priority Foundation: Sanitizing Solutions, Testing Devices. For a permanent fix to this violation, check out these simple tools in our Active Managerial Control Toolbox, made especially for you. https://www.maricopa.gov/4574/AMC-Toolbox---Food-Contact-Surfaces. Predefined Comment: Test strips are required for any sanitizers used with food contact surfaces. Provide sanitizer test strips prior to re-inspection. Corrective Action: Correct prior to re-inspection.
Inspector's notes
Observed missing coved base along floor wall junctions in high moisture areas under the three compartment sink, behind the ice machine, and other food prep/ food storage areas.
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6-201.13 - Core: Floor and Wall Junctures, Coved, and Enclosed or Sealed Predefined Comment: Physical facility must be maintained in good repair at all times. Repair physical facility prior to next routine inspection. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection. 6-501.12 - Core: Cleaning, Frequency and Restrictions Addl Notes: Observed an accumulation of organic matter on the ceiling and build up of food debris on the floor under storage racks in the walk in cooler. Observed an accumulation of grease, food pieces, and organic matter, and soils under and around equipment on cook line, under storage racks and other areas of the establishment. Predefined Comment: Physical facility must be cleaned frequently enough to prevent accumulation of dirt, organic matter, and food debris. Must clean physical facility prior to next routine inspection. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection. 6-501.11 - Core: Repairing -Premises, Structures, Attachments, and Fixtures-Methods Addl Notes: Observed cracks, gaps, and holes in the walls throughout the establishment in areas of high moisture, food storage, food prep, and behind equipment which make it difficult to clean. Predefined Comment: Physical facility must be maintained in good repair at all times. Repair physical facility prior to next routine inspection. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection. 6-101.11 - Core: Surface Characteristics-Indoor Areas Addl Notes: Observed unsealed wall in a food prep, food storage, dishwashing area, and missing/broken tile under the ice machine, ice cream machines, around floor drains, and under other equipment. Predefined Comment: All floors, walls, and ceilings must be maintained and repaired such that it is smooth and easily cleanable. Repair physical facility prior to next routine inspection. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
Mar 26, 2024RoutinecleanA
This establishment received a(n) A Grade and had 0 Priority, 0 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.Inspection report sent via email.No County legal action will result from this inspection.The Environmental Services Department will begin emailing permit card(s) and permit invoice(s) to permittees in the coming months. We need a current and accurate email address on file to ensure you receive a copy of your permit card and invoice(s) upon renewal.If you are unsure whether your email address is accurate, you may: • Contact your inspector using the phone number or email on your last inspection report to review, or• Contact the Department using the email addresses below,o Envquickservicerestaurants@maricopa.gov (facilities such as fast-food)o Envfullservicerestaurants@maricopa.gov (facilities that are full-service restaurants)o Envretailgrocery@maricopa.gov (facilities like grocery stores or retail food markets)o Envspecialtyprograms@maricopa.gov (mobile food/special events/plan review)Note: If you need to update your email address and/or other contact information, please submit an administrative change request form at the below website https://www.maricopa.gov/FormCenter/Environmental-Services-16/Administrative-Change-Request-Form-181 or call 602-506-6824.Award: A,Signer: LeChelle S.,Food Manager Licenses: 1
2023
Aug 29, 2023Routine3 coreA
This establishment received a(n) A Grade and had 0 Priority, 0 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.Discussed multiple repairs needed throughout the establishment, foodborne illnesses, and potential remodel.The establishment is planning a remodel. Please submit a remodel with MCESD prior to remodeling in order to ensure compliance. Inspection conducted with Badge 32.Inspection report sent via email.No County legal action will result from this inspection.The Environmental Services Department will begin emailing permit card(s) and permit invoice(s) to permittees in the coming months. We need a current and accurate email address on file to ensure you receive a copy of your permit card and invoice(s) upon renewal.If you are unsure whether your email address is accurate, you may: • Contact your inspector using the phone number or email on your last inspection report to review, or• Contact the Department using the email addresses below,o Envquickservicerestaurants@maricopa.gov (facilities such as fast-food)o Envfullservicerestaurants@maricopa.gov (facilities that are full-service restaurants)o Envretailgrocery@maricopa.gov (facilities like grocery stores or retail food markets)o Envspecialtyprograms@maricopa.gov (mobile food/special events/plan review)Note: If you need to update your email address and/or other contact information, please submit an administrative change request form at the below website https://www.maricopa.gov/FormCenter/Environmental-Services-16/Administrative-Change-Request-Form-181 or call 602-506-6824.Food Manager Licenses: 1,Award: A,Signer: LeChell Serrano
Core-6-202.15, C: Outer Openings, Protected Observed a large gap underneath the secondary door for the back entrance of the establishment. Outer openings of a food establishment shall be protected against the entry of insects and rodents. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection
Core-5-205.15 (B), C: System Maintained in Good Repair; Maintained Observed leaks under the three compartment sink, the faucet nozzle, and from the cooling unit inside of the walk-in cooler. All plumbing must be properly maintained in order to prevent any further issues. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection
Core-6-501.12, C: Cleaning, Frequency and Restrictions Observed some dead roaches behind the ice machine. The physical facility must be cleaned as frequently as necessary to prevent any harborage of pests. Correct Prior to Next Routine Inspection Core-6-101.11, C: Surface Characteristics-Indoor Areas Observed the interior of the dry storage shed with plywood as well as tiles throughout the front counter area missing. Materials for indoor floor, wall, and ceiling surfaces must be made of smooth, durable, nonabsorbent and/or easily cleanable and/or not constructed of proper materials. Correct Prior to Next Routine Inspection Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection
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