Dairy Queen
15837 97 Street NW Edmonton AB T5X 0C7 · Food - General
Inspection summary
Dairy Queen has been inspected 8 times by Alberta Health Services (Environmental Public Health) since March 19, 2024. The most recent inspection, on September 14, 2026, recorded 5 infractions.
4 of 8 inspections on record found no infractions at all. In the past 12 months there were 2 inspections with 6 infractions recorded. The higher-risk findings here relate to: Pests.
Recent inspections have recorded more infractions than earlier ones, so it is worth reading the latest reports closely.
What these findings mean
Health authorities word their violations differently, so we group them by what they mean for food safety. Higher-risk findings are the ones inspectors treat as critical, because they can directly make someone sick.
PestsHigher risk
Signs of mice, rats, cockroaches or flies, or gaps and clutter that let them get in or hide. Pests carry bacteria and can contaminate food and surfaces, so evidence of activity is treated seriously and usually triggers a follow-up visit.
Recorded 2 times across 2 separate inspections, most recently on September 14, 2026. For example:
Is the facility free of unapproved animals, vermin and/or insects (unless noted elsewhere), and maintained to prevent the entry or harbourage of pests?
Equipment and utensilsLower risk
Equipment has to be built from cleanable materials, kept in good repair and stored properly. These findings are mostly about upkeep, like a cracked shelf, a worn gasket or utensils stored the wrong way. They are generally lower risk but show how well the kitchen is maintained.
Recorded 3 times across 2 separate inspections, most recently on September 14, 2026. For example:
Are utensils and equipment maintained in a condition and a manner that ensures the safe handling of food?
Building, plumbing and upkeepLower risk
Floors, walls and ceilings must be smooth and clean, with working lighting, ventilation, plumbing, hot and cold water, and washrooms. These are rarely an immediate food-safety risk on their own, but persistent problems can lead to pest or sanitation issues.
Recorded 2 times across 2 separate inspections, most recently on September 14, 2026. For example:
Is the facility maintained in a clean and sanitary condition?
Food safety training and certificationLower risk
Most jurisdictions require a certified food handler or manager on site, and some require allergen or food-worker training. These findings mean the paperwork or the trained person was missing at the time. They do not by themselves mean food was handled unsafely.
Recorded once on June 20, 2025. For example:
Do food handlers ensure that food is protected from contamination (unless noted elsewhere)(Non-Critical)?
Other findingsLower risk
Findings that do not fit the categories above, such as follow-ups that confirm an earlier violation was corrected, or requirements specific to this type of facility.
Recorded once on September 14, 2026. For example:
Are general nuisance conditions, other than those noted in other violations, being prevented at this food facility (Non-Critical)?
About this data
These results come from Alberta Health Services (Environmental Public Health), which inspects food premises and other public facilities in this area. We republish the authority's public disclosure data and refresh it regularly; the official record is the final word.
8 inspections
- Monitoring Inspection
5 infractions
- 16. Is the facility free of unapproved animals, vermin and/or insects (unless noted elsewhere), and maintained to prevent the entry or harbourage of pests?
- Recent pest control records were available for review. Several small fruit flies were observed in the kitchen. Please continue with increased cleaning and sanitation.
- 18. Are general nuisance conditions, other than those noted in other violations, being prevented at this food facility (Non-Critical)?
- Walk-in cooler was not equipped with an internal monitoring thermometer. Please ensure all coolers have internal monitoring thermometers.
- 22. Are utensils and equipment maintained in a condition and a manner that ensures the safe handling of food?
- - A spatula was found chipped.- Several cooler compartment lids were found cracked or chipped.The chipped spatula was discarded. The damaged cooler lids were replaced.*Please double-check all cooler lids to ensure they are free from cracks or chips and are in good condition.Regularly go through utensils and equipment to ensure they are in good condition and replace any damaged items as needed.
- 22. Are utensils and equipment maintained in a condition and a manner that ensures the safe handling of food?
- - Gravy ladle handle was worn. Please replace. Regularly inspect utensils and equipment to ensure they are in good condition. Replace any items that are damaged or no longer easy to clean as needed.- A small cinnamon spoon near the ice cream toppings at the front was found with a buildup of food debris. Please clean and sanitize the spoon thoroughly.
- 23. Is the facility maintained in a clean and sanitary condition?
- The following areas require cleaning:Floors/wall below shelving in the walk-in cooler.Please clean and maintain.
- 16. Is the facility free of unapproved animals, vermin and/or insects (unless noted elsewhere), and maintained to prevent the entry or harbourage of pests?
- Demand Inspection
1 infraction
- 22. Are utensils and equipment maintained in a condition and a manner that ensures the safe handling of food?
- - The chest freezer by the cooking area was missing a handle.- The prep cooler for the toppings was missing a handle.Ensure all food equipment is in good repair to facilitate cleaning and sanitation. Please replace the missing handles.
- 22. Are utensils and equipment maintained in a condition and a manner that ensures the safe handling of food?
- Risk Management Inspection
0 infractions
- Demand Inspection
2 infractions
- 08. Do food handlers ensure that food is protected from contamination (unless noted elsewhere)(Non-Critical)?
- A phone was observed on the counter in the food prep area. Ensure personal items such as phones are stored separate from food prep areas. The operator relocated the indicated phone during the inspection.
- 23. Is the facility maintained in a clean and sanitary condition?
- A buildup of food debris was observed on the floor near the electrical tubing across from the office. Ensure that the indicated area is cleaned.
- 08. Do food handlers ensure that food is protected from contamination (unless noted elsewhere)(Non-Critical)?
- Risk Management Inspection
0 infractions
- Demand Inspection
1 infraction
- 16. Is the facility free of unapproved animals, vermin and/or insects (unless noted elsewhere), and maintained to prevent the entry or harbourage of pests?
- A gap is observed at the front double door to the facility where pests may potentially enter. Ensure that the indicated gap is sealed to help prevent pests from entering the facility.
- 16. Is the facility free of unapproved animals, vermin and/or insects (unless noted elsewhere), and maintained to prevent the entry or harbourage of pests?
- Monitoring Inspection
0 infractions
- Monitoring Inspection
0 infractions
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