Dairy Queen
4605 50 Avenue Sylvan Lake AB T4S 1C2 · Food - General
Inspection summary
Dairy Queen has been inspected 8 times by Alberta Health Services (Environmental Public Health) since March 20, 2024. The most recent inspection, on July 14, 2026, found no infractions.
3 of 8 inspections on record found no infractions at all. In the past 12 months there were 3 inspections with 1 infraction recorded. The higher-risk findings here relate to: Pests.
The last 2 inspections in a row found no infractions. 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.
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 once on March 20, 2024. 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?
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 6 times across 4 separate inspections, most recently on January 22, 2025. For example:
Is the facility properly constructed and maintained in a state of good repair to allow for the safe and sanitary handling of food?
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 December 11, 2025. 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
0 infractions
- Risk Management Inspection
0 infractions
- Monitoring Inspection
1 infraction
- 18. Are general nuisance conditions, other than those noted in other violations, being prevented at this food facility (Non-Critical)?
- 1. Mold growth occurring on the ceiling above some pipes and in an open area of the ceiling that shows evidence of an earlier leak. No visible evidence of a recent leak observed. 2. there is a missing cover plate at the electrical outlet next to the hand sink in the basement staff washroom.Please remove the damaged material, clean the surfaces and remove mold, confirm there are no active leaks and repair the surface.Please provide a coverplate for the outlet.
- 18. Are general nuisance conditions, other than those noted in other violations, being prevented at this food facility (Non-Critical)?
- Risk Management Inspection
0 infractions
- Risk Management Inspection
1 infraction
- 21. Is the facility properly constructed and maintained in a state of good repair to allow for the safe and sanitary handling of food?
- There are 4 missing tiles just to the right of the vent hood system on the cook line. Missing tiles have exposed rough, unfinished wall material beneath.Please have the tiles replaced as walls must be smooth, non-absorbent and easily cleanable.
- 21. Is the facility properly constructed and maintained in a state of good repair to allow for the safe and sanitary handling of food?
- Monitoring Inspection
2 infractions
- 21. Is the facility properly constructed and maintained in a state of good repair to allow for the safe and sanitary handling of food?
- There are 4 missing tiles just to the right of the vent hood system on the cook line. Missing tiles have exposed rough, unfinished wall material beneath.Please have the tiles replaced as walls must be smooth, non-absorbent and easily cleanable.
- 23. Is the facility maintained in a clean and sanitary condition?
- The basement storage area has several empty cardboard boxes that are filling the space making cleaning and pest control measures difficult. Please ensure the cardboard is removed and the area clean and organized.
- 21. Is the facility properly constructed and maintained in a state of good repair to allow for the safe and sanitary handling of food?
- Risk Management Inspection
1 infraction
- 21. Is the facility properly constructed and maintained in a state of good repair to allow for the safe and sanitary handling of food?
- There are 4 missing tiles just to the right of the vent hood system on the cook line. Missing tiles have exposed rough, unfinished wall material beneath.Please have the tiles replaced as walls must be smooth, non-absorbent and easily cleanable.
- 21. Is the facility properly constructed and maintained in a state of good repair to allow for the safe and sanitary handling of food?
- Monitoring Inspection
3 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?
- No pest records currently being maintained. Please ensure pest control measures are taken monthly and recorded. No evidence of pest activity observed.
- 21. Is the facility properly constructed and maintained in a state of good repair to allow for the safe and sanitary handling of food?
- There are 4 missing tiles just to the right of the vent hood system on the cook line. Missing tiles have exposed rough, unfinished wall material beneath.Please have the tiles replaced as walls must be smooth, non-absorbent and easily cleanable.
- 23. Is the facility maintained in a clean and sanitary condition?
- Overall, the facility is clean and well maintained. The following areas need attention:1. Vents are not yet due for third party service, but there is an accumulation of grease dripping down the back portion of the unit. 2. dust on ceiling over the gravy hot holding area.
- 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?
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