Dairy Queen Grill & Chill

3.2
916 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
418 S Ankeny Blvd, Ankeny, IA
50023-3129, United States

Hours

Reviews

3.2
916 reviews
5 stars
297
4 stars
169
3 stars
109
2 stars
94
1 star
247

What are people saying?

AI-generated from recent customer reviews

Service Speed

Many customers reported extremely long wait times, often exceeding 30 minutes, both in the drive-thru and inside the restaurant.

Customer Service

Feedback indicates a mix of friendly and rude staff, with several customers experiencing poor service and unhelpful attitudes.

Food Quality

While some customers enjoyed the food, there were numerous complaints about incorrect orders, missing items, and food being served cold or improperly prepared.

Cleanliness

Several reviews mentioned unsanitary conditions, including dirty tables and sticky floors, contributing to a negative dining experience.

Overall Experience

The overall sentiment reflects significant dissatisfaction, with many customers vowing not to return due to the combination of slow service, poor customer interactions, and inconsistent food quality.
  • GP
    grace Garreans Power
    6 days ago
    5.0
    Make the food fresh and we’re so kind!!!! Best DQ i’ve ever been too and beats out all. the others our ice cream was also made perfect and the workers were so nice and hard working
  • KK
    Kenneth King
    Dec 16, 2025
    5.0
    You cannot beat DQ ice cream. This place is always packed!
  • PP
    Pete
    Nov 5, 2025
    4.0
    Actually have humans to take your order and money! The clerk was friendly! Kudos. The restaurant was actually warm inside... nice temp. And the Burgers were tasty and the blizzard too. Job well done.
  • AM
    Ashlynn Munyer
    Nov 2, 2025
    5.0
    This location is always on pointttt. Food is always fresh and you can’t go wrong with a ice cream treat
  • ET
    Elan Morin Tedronai
    Oct 13, 2025
    1.0
    DoorDasher: The cook shouted out my order as he put it in the thing and I let 'em know I was here. It still took 7 minutes for him to put the thing in the bag and hand it to me.

Frequently Asked Questions About Dairy Queen Grill & Chill

What are the main menu highlights at Dairy Queen Grill & Chill in Ankeny?

The menu features classic soft-serve ice cream, Blizzard® Treats, Grillburgers®, chicken strip baskets, shakes, malts, and ice cream cakes.

What are the operating hours of Dairy Queen Grill & Chill on weekdays?

From Monday to Thursday, the store is open from 10:30 AM to 10:00 PM, and on Friday it stays open later until 10:30 PM.