Bad news for Dairy Queen dessert fans! This Tuesday, the franchise announced the closure of 24 branches in the United States. If you’re a regular customer, here’s a list of the locations that have closed their doors.
Which states have Dairy Queen branches closed?
The closures are in Texas, and they all belong to a single owner.
Which Dairy Queen branches have closed in Texas?
The Dairy Queen branches that closed last week in Texas are located at the following addresses:
- 301 N. 2nd St., Canadian
- 609 W. Broadway St., Fritch
- 1850 County Road 11, Panhandle
- 801 E. Park Ave., Hereford
- 1612 East Highway 70, Olton
- 108 Chestnut St., Idalou
- 5441 Rufe Snow Drive, North Richland Hills
- 1509 Corsicana Hwy, Hillsboro
- 200 Legacy Drive, Hewitt
- 1701 W. Pecan St., Pflugerville
- 304 East Highway 79, Franklin
- 4101 Gilmer Road, Longview
- 580 N. I-20 East, Waskom
- 847 E. Sabine St., Carthage
- 175 N. Dickinson Drive, Rusk
- 3121 North St., Nacogdoches
- 202 N. Temple Drive, Diboll
- 602 S. I-45, Huntsville
- 14421 FM 2920 Road, Tomball
- 515 S. Washington Ave., Cleveland
- 24022 E. Lake Houston Parkway, Huffman
- 104 East Highway 90, Dayton
- 345 West Highway, Sour Lake
- 34250 US Highway 96 South, Buna
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Why is Dairy Queen closing branches in Texas?
In a statement, the company explained that these closures are an isolated incident and are due to the owner’s decision to participate in an online auction.
Dairy Queen branches for auction in Texas
Most of the 24 closed Dairy Queen branches in Texas are now being auctioned online. The contents of the restaurants are also included. The auction page shows images of grills, ice cream machines, chairs, freezers, and other furniture.
Restaurant prices vary by size, with smaller locations ranging from $500 to $2,000, and larger ones between $2,000 and $6,000.
How many Dairy Queen restaurants are there in the United States?
Currently, there are over 4,000 Dairy Queen restaurants in the United States. Even with these closures, Texas remains the state with the most locations, around 560.
Why is Dairy Queen different in Texas?
The franchise owner wanted the restaurants to offer local flavors, so certain dishes are only available in that state, such as the Steak Finger Country Basket and the Hungr-Buster.
Does Dairy Queen serve real ice cream?
Technically, no. According to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), for a product to be considered “ice cream,” it must contain at least 10% milk fat or butterfat, which is not the case with Dairy Queen’s product.
Initially, this dessert was labeled as “frozen milk“; however, after new FDA regulations, new ice cream classifications were introduced: “light,” “low-fat,” and “reduced-fat,” which is where Dairy Queen’s product now falls.
Does Dairy Queen do rewards?
Yes. With DQ Rewards, you can earn points with every order of your favorite meals and treats. Additionally, you’ll receive exclusive offers for members, a special surprise on your birthday, and much more. You just need to download the app and register to start enjoying the following benefits:
- Earn points on the app, online orders, and in-store purchases at participating locations.
- Redeem your points for menu items.
- Unlock exclusive benefits like Monday Mobile Offers, surprise deals, and more.
How do I redeem my free birthday Blizzard?
If you’re already a DQ Rewards member, a birthday coupon will be loaded to your membership. To redeem it, simply visit your preferred location and claim your free dessert. Don’t forget to bring an ID! The staff will ask for it to validate the gift.
