The typical DQ Grill & Chill® restaurant is a freestanding facility. Based on special market circumstances, other venues can be considered.

The Next Gen DQ Grill & Chill® design features indoor seating for 66 and patio seating for 20-30. Per American Dairy Queen, the recommended site size is .87 acre and the building size is 2,663 sq. ft. The suggested number of parking spaces is 42.