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Dairy Queen

4601 17 Avenue SE Calgary AB T2A 0T9 · Food - General

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Inspection summary

Dairy Queen has been inspected 7 times by Alberta Health Services (Environmental Public Health) since December 7, 2023. The most recent inspection, on September 11, 2026, found no infractions.

1 of 7 inspections on record found no infractions at all. In the past 12 months there were 4 inspections with 6 infractions recorded. The higher-risk findings here relate to: Cleaning and sanitizing.

Recent inspections have recorded fewer infractions than earlier ones, so the record is improving.

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.

  • Cleaning and sanitizingHigher risk

    Anything that touches food, such as cutting boards, dishes and utensils, must be washed, rinsed and sanitized. Inspectors check dishwasher temperatures, sanitizer strength and how wiping cloths are stored. Poor sanitizing lets bacteria survive from one use to the next.

    Recorded once on December 7, 2023. For example: Does the operator use approved methods for cleaning and sanitizing equipment, utensils, and surfaces?

  • 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 8 times across 6 separate inspections, most recently on June 11, 2026. For example: Are properly operating hand washing sink(s) accessible to food handlers, located in suitable areas, and stocked with appropriate hand washing supplies?

  • 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 once on April 28, 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 once on April 28, 2026. For example: Is the facility maintained in a clean and sanitary condition?

  • Permits, records and postingLower risk

    Operating permits, required signage, written procedures and logs. These findings are administrative: the documentation was missing or out of date at the time of inspection.

    Recorded once on June 4, 2024. For example: Are appropriate food handling practices and plans in place to ensure that food is handled in a manner that makes it safe to eat?

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.

7 inspections

  1. Risk Management Inspection

    0 infractions

  2. Demand Inspection

    1 infraction

    • 13. Are properly operating hand washing sink(s) accessible to food handlers, located in suitable areas, and stocked with appropriate hand washing supplies?
      • **Violation still outstanding**The paper towel dispenser at the hand-washing sink was not in the arm reach. It was approximately 5-6 steps away from the designated hand-washing sink.Ensure to change the paper towel dispenser location and install it closer (with in arm reach) to the hand-washing sink.The hand sink by the drive through must remain a hand sink.... as indicated in the original plans. Please ensure all food equipment and food is removed from this area to prevent cross contamination.
  3. Demand Inspection

    1 infraction

    • 13. Are properly operating hand washing sink(s) accessible to food handlers, located in suitable areas, and stocked with appropriate hand washing supplies?
      • **Violation still outstanding**The paper towel dispenser at the hand-washing sink was not in the arm reach. It was approximately 5-6 steps away from the designated hand-washing sink.Ensure to change the paper towel dispenser location and install it closer (with in arm reach) to the hand-washing sink.The hand sink by the drive through must remain a hand sink.... as indicated in the original plans. Please ensure all food equipment and food is removed from this area to prevent cross contamination.
  4. Monitoring Inspection

    4 infractions

    • 07. Do food handlers ensure that food is protected from contamination (unless noted elsewhere)(Critical)?
      • Please remove all food items stored on the floor in the walk-in-freezer.
    • 13. Are properly operating hand washing sink(s) accessible to food handlers, located in suitable areas, and stocked with appropriate hand washing supplies?
      • **Violation still outstanding**The paper towel dispenser at the hand-washing sink was not in the arm reach. It was approximately 5-6 steps away from the designated hand-washing sink.Ensure to change the paper towel dispenser location and install it closer (with in arm reach) to the hand-washing sink.The hand sink by the drive through must remain a hand sink.... as indicated in the original plans. Please ensure all food equipment and food is removed from this area to prevent cross contamination.
    • 22. Are utensils and equipment maintained in a condition and a manner that ensures the safe handling of food?
      • Tomato slicer observed to have dried food debris, please clean and sanitize tomato slicer
    • 23. Is the facility maintained in a clean and sanitary condition?
      • Please clean area under the pop machine by the drive through window. As mice droppings have been observed. Please remove and monitor for pest activity.
  5. Monitoring Inspection

    1 infraction

    • 13. Are properly operating hand washing sink(s) accessible to food handlers, located in suitable areas, and stocked with appropriate hand washing supplies?
      • **Violation still outstanding**The paper towel dispenser at the hand washing sink was not in the arm reach. It was approximately 5-6 steps away from the designated hand washing sink.Ensure to change the paper towel dispenser location and install it closer (with in arm reach) to the hand washing sink.
  6. Demand Inspection

    3 infractions

    • 06. Are appropriate food handling practices and plans in place to ensure that food is handled in a manner that makes it safe to eat?
      • Please ensure that staff are filling out temperature logs consistently, as well as monitoring cooler and hot holding unit temperatures.
    • 13. Are properly operating hand washing sink(s) accessible to food handlers, located in suitable areas, and stocked with appropriate hand washing supplies?
      • There was no paper towel in the dispenser.Please restock paper towel dispenser and ensure that paper towel is always in its enclosed dispenser to reduce the risk of contamination.
    • 13. Are properly operating hand washing sink(s) accessible to food handlers, located in suitable areas, and stocked with appropriate hand washing supplies?
      • The paper towel dispenser at the hand washing sink was not in the arm reach. It was approximately 5-6 steps away from the designated hand washing sink.Ensure to change the paper towel dispenser location and install it closer (with in arm reach) to the hand washing sink.
  7. Monitoring Inspection

    2 infractions

    • 04. Does the operator use approved methods for cleaning and sanitizing equipment, utensils, and surfaces?
      • Quats sanitizing solution concentration measured to be 0ppm.The operator refilled the container with fresh the solution and the concentration measured to be 200ppm
    • 13. Are properly operating hand washing sink(s) accessible to food handlers, located in suitable areas, and stocked with appropriate hand washing supplies?
      • The paper towel dispenser at the hand washing sink was not in the arm reach. It was approximately 5-6 steps away from the designated hand washing sink.Ensure to change the paper towel dispenser location and install it closer (with in arm reach) to the hand washing sink.

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