Dairy Queen Menu 2026
The Dairy Queen menu splits into two worlds: hot food (burgers, chicken, fries, and the breakfast menu — the Grill & Chill side) and treats (Blizzards, desserts like sundaes and cones, and cakes). Not every location serves the full menu — smaller treat-only stores skip the hot food entirely, which is why your local menu may look different from this one.
How much does Dairy Queen food cost? There’s no national price list — each franchised store sets its own prices. This page explains the menu; for prices, we publish store-verified references instead of guessing.
Burgers
The core lineup is built around the Original Cheeseburger — official calories: 370 (Single), 570 (Double), 760 (Triple). Stores also run limited-time stacked burgers through the year. Toppings, builds, and availability vary by location.
See all burgers with photos, calories, and FAQs →
Chicken
How many calories are in Dairy Queen chicken strips? Per the official table: 280 for 2 pieces, 430 for 3 pieces. The Chicken Strip Basket (strips with fries) runs 1,020 (4 pc) to 1,300 (6 pc). Sauces add more — ask your store for current options, including the limited-time Ghost Pepper Sauce dipping sauce.
See all chicken items with photos, calories, and FAQs →
Sides
Fries run 170 (Kids’) to 450 (Large) calories officially.
Breakfast
Breakfast (biscuit sandwiches, burritos) is served at participating locations, typically until late morning — hours vary by store.
Blizzards
See the full Blizzard Menu for flavors, sizes, calories and prices.
Desserts
The Vanilla Cone is 160 (Kids’) to 450 (Large) calories; the Hot Fudge Sundae runs 300 to 610. Full Blizzard flavors and calories live on the Blizzard menu page, and cakes have their own guide.
Cakes
See Dairy Queen Cakes for types, sizes, servings and ordering info.
Drinks
Shakes, MooLattes and other drinks. Items are being verified and will appear here as they are published. New limited-time Halloween drink: Bubble Brew DQ Sparkler — Small 250 cal · Medium 320 cal · Large 430 cal.
Kids
Kids menu options. Items are being verified and will appear here as they are published
Why menus differ: Grill & Chill vs. treat-only, and Texas
Why doesn’t my DQ serve burgers? About half of US locations are treat-only shops (often seasonal); only Grill & Chill locations serve the hot-food menu. Why is Texas different? Texas DQ restaurants operate under the Texas Dairy Queen Operators’ Council with their own menu, flavors, and nutrition system — national figures on this page don’t apply there.
More Dairy Queen guides
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Shake Flavors
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Dairy Queen Locations
Find a Dairy Queen near you: store locator tips, hours, drive-thru, and delivery options.
Frequently asked questions
What is on the Dairy Queen menu?
Burgers, chicken strips and baskets, fries, hot dogs, Blizzards, cones, sundaes, shakes, cakes, and drinks at full Grill u0026amp; Chill locations. Treat-only stores serve desserts and drinks only.
Does Dairy Queen have a value menu?
Dairy Queen runs rotating national value offers rather than a permanent value menu. Offers change — check your local store for current deals.
Are Dairy Queen prices the same everywhere?
No. Stores are independently owned and set their own prices, so the same burger can cost different amounts in different cities. We show reference prices from named stores with check dates instead of a fake national price.
Is this site affiliated with Dairy Queen?
No. We’re an independent informational guide; Dairy Queen is a trademark of its respective owner.
Last verified: October 4, 2026. Found an error? See our corrections policy.
Burgers & Sandwiches at a Glance
| Item | Calories | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Original Cheeseburger Signature Stackburger | 400 cal (Single) | The classic |
| Cheese Deluxe 1/3 lb. Signature Stackburger | 620 cal (Double) | Best value pick |
| Bacon Cheese Deluxe 1/3 lb. Signature Stackburger | 720 cal (Double) | Loaded |
| FlameThrower 1/3 lb. Signature Stackburger | 720 cal (Double) | Spicy |
| Backyard Bacon Ranch Signature Stackburger | 820 cal (Double) | Indulgence pick |
Our take: The Cheese Deluxe at 620 cal is the sweet spot — a full 1/3 lb. patty without pushing past 700 calories.
Chicken at a Glance
| Item | Calories |
|---|---|
| Chicken Strips (2 pc) | 280 cal |
| Chicken Strips (3 pc) | 430 cal |
| Original Chicken Strip Sandwich | 550 cal |
| Spicy Chicken Strip Sandwich | 530 cal |
| Chicken Strip Basket (4 pc) | 1,020 cal |
| FlameThrower Chicken Strip Basket (4 pc) | 940 cal |
Our take: The FlameThrower basket (940 cal) runs lighter than the regular basket (1,020 cal) — the spicy sauce adds flavor without extra breading calories.
Dairy Queen Deals & Value Guide
Dairy Queen runs rotating deals throughout the year — BOGO Blizzards, discounted cakes, and app-exclusive offers. Check the DQ app for current promotions at your local store, as deals vary by location and franchise.
Does Dairy Queen have a value menu?
DQ doesn’t have a permanent national value menu. Deals rotate by season and location — the DQ app usually has the current offers.