Dairy Queen Grill & Chill

3.6
565 reviews

About

Fast Food RestaurantIce Cream ShopDairy Queen
Soft-serve ice cream & signature shakes top the menu at this classic burger & fries fast-food chain.

Details

  • Drive-throughAvailable
  • [Free/Paid] wi-fiNot available
  • RestroomAvailable
  • Welcomes familiesAvailable

Location

Dairy Queen Grill & Chill
3190 Island Highway N Hwy, Nanaimo, BC
V9T 1W1, Canada

Hours

Reviews

3.6
565 reviews
5 stars
199
4 stars
154
3 stars
90
2 stars
28
1 star
94

What are people saying?

AI-generated from recent customer reviews

Service Quality

Customer service experiences vary widely; some staff are praised for being friendly and helpful, while others are criticized for being rude and unhelpful.

Food Quality

Many customers report inconsistent food quality, with issues such as cold burgers, poorly made blizzards, and unsatisfactory portion sizes.

Cleanliness

The cleanliness of the restaurant is frequently mentioned, with some customers noting it as very clean, while others report dirty tables and a generally unkempt atmosphere.

Cake Customization

The custom cakes receive high praise for their quality and decoration, with several customers expressing satisfaction with the creativity and execution.

Pricing Concerns

Customers express frustration over high prices relative to portion sizes and food quality, with some feeling that the value does not meet expectations.
  • HB
    Hayden Brulotte
    3 days ago
    1.0
    messed up an order of 3 of the same thing.
  • CB
    Cas Bradley
    Dec 18, 2025
    1.0
    The slowest DQ ive ever been too .
  • KA
    keisha abernathy
    Dec 16, 2025
    1.0
    Don’t go here! We stopped for a late night snack and basically got 10 fries and a box drenched in grease with 14 tablespoons of mustard and ketchup. Take the extra 2 minutes to drive to Wendy’s. we live about 5 min away from DQ so the food was not sitting long. The burger buns were so drenched in grease there was no way it was edible.
  • RA
    Reza Arbabi
    Dec 10, 2025
    5.0
    Very good service at 9:30pm. I was served by a guy named "Otman" i might be wrong about the name. He was fantastic
  • JR
    Jack Ryan
    Nov 24, 2025
    4.0
    My wife and I have been coming to this location for our weekly “date nights” to have alone time and a cheap meal. The service is always top notch (no idea what those negative reviews are on about); the food is almost always perfect (once in a blue moon we feel the fries could be cooked longer or the burgers could be hotter); and the ice cream treats are always on par.

Frequently Asked Questions About Dairy Queen Grill & Chill

What are the dine-in hours at Dairy Queen Grill & Chill in Nanaimo?

Dine-in service is available daily from 10:00 AM to 11:00 PM.

Can I use the drive-through at Dairy Queen Grill & Chill, and what are its hours?

Yes, the drive-through is open every day from 10:00 AM to 11:00 PM.