Dairy Queen
A3905 N 107th Ave, Avondale 85392
Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking · Permit FD-71772
Score based on 5 scored inspections on record, weighted toward recent visits (one-year half-life). How scoring works
County record last checked Sep 22, 2026.
Score over time
Inspection history5 on record
2026
Jun 12, 2026RoutinecleanA
No County legal action will result from this inspection.No violations noted at time of inspection.
Jan 14, 2026RoutinecleanA
No County legal action will result from this inspection.
2025
Jun 17, 2025Routine2 coreA
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.Provided following MCESD handout(s) via email:--Legal Process
Inspector's notes
Storage cake freezer has buildup of residues on interior and door seal gaskets.
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4-601.11(B) and (C) - Core: Equipment, Food-Contact Surfaces, Nonfood-Contact Surfaces, and Utensils Predefined Comment: Nonfood-contact surfaces shall be kept free of an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris. Nonfood-contact surfaces shall be cleaned at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil residues. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
Inspector's notes
Base cove showing signs of disrepair.
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6-201.13 - Core: Floor and Wall Junctures, Coved, and Enclosed or Sealed 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. **2nd Consecutive Violation
Jan 21, 2025Routine3 coreA
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.Reviewed facility's procedures and protocols for:--Toxic Substances Properly Identified, Stored, and Used; Held for RetailSale, Properly Stored (i.e. - sanitizer solution concentration)
Inspector's notes
Plastic lid tops to freezer housing hamburger patties on cook line are in disrepair.
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4-101.11 (B-E) - Core: Characteristics- Multiuse; Durable, Nonabsorbent, Smooth, Easily Cleanable 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. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
Inspector's notes
Wire shelving above three compartment sink area has build-up of residues.
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4-601.11(B) and (C) - Core: Equipment, Food-Contact Surfaces, Nonfood-Contact Surfaces, and Utensils Predefined Comment: Nonfood-contact surfaces shall be kept free of an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris. Clean nonfood-contact surfaces shall be at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil residues. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
Inspector's notes
Base cove showing signs of disrepair.
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6-201.13 - Core: Floor and Wall Junctures, Coved, and Enclosed or Sealed 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. 6-501.12 - Core: Cleaning, Frequency and Restrictions Addl Notes: Freezer showing signs of residue build-up. Predefined Comment: Physical facility must be cleaned frequently enough to prevent accumulation of dirt, organic matter, and food debris. Clean physical facility prior to next routine inspection. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
2024
Jan 11, 2024Routine1 priority2 coreB
This establishment received a(n) B Grade and had 1 Priority, 0 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.Reviewed facility's procedures and protocols for:--Toxic substances properly identified, stored, and used (i.e.-pest control)Provided following MCESD handout(s) via email:--MCEHC changes (i.e.-Certified Food Protection Manager must be present during all hours of operation)"On July 1st, 2023, the Environmental Services Department started emailing permit card(s) and permit invoice(s) to permittees. 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)If you need to update your email address and/or other contact information, please submit an administrative change request form at the below websitehttps://www.maricopa.gov/FormCenter/Environmental-Services-16/Administrative-Change-Request-Form-181."No County legal action will result from this inspection.Emailed inspection report.Embargo Lbs: 3,Award: B,Signer: Soledad Perez
PRIORITY VIOLATION-3-403.11, P: Reheating for 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/4618/AMC-Toolbox---Reheating. Jalapeno cheese sauce found at internal temperature of 123*F in food warmer. Per food employee, cheese sauce has been reheating for 1.75 hours from initial cold holding source. Temperature of hot holding unit increased. At 2.0 hours of reheating, internal temperature of cheese sauce at 147*F. TCS food must be reheated to 165°F for 15 seconds and shall be done rapidly (does not exceed 2 hours). Cheese sauce was embargoed (see embargo sheet). ----------- Food employee discarded cheese sauce in food warmer at time of inspection and opened new can of cheese sauce. Assure foods are properly reheated to proper reheating temperature within 2 hours prior to hot holding. Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection
Core-6-202.15, C: Outer Openings, Protected Rear storage room egress door has considerable gap at bottom of door. Repair door so that entry of pests is prevented. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection
Core-4-602.13, C: Nonfood Contact Surfaces Fan grates and electrical outlets have build up residues. Clean surfaces at a frequency to prevent build up. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection
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Data from Maricopa County Environmental Services public records, last checked Sep 22, 2026. Grades marked with ° are computed equivalents for establishments not participating in the county's voluntary grading program. View official county records →