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Huddle House, located at 350 Keys Ferry ST in McDonough, received a score of 57 points out of a possible 100 points during their 11/12/2025 inspection by the Georgia Department of Public Health.
The violations noted by the inspector were:
Violation #1:
1-2A – pic present, demonstrates knowledge, performs duties
511-6-1.03(2)(a)-(n)(p),(q) – responsibility of pic (pf)
Points: 4
Corrected during inspection?: No
Repeat: No
Inspector Notes: Observed two customers come into the kitchen (hot line/food preparation area) three times. Each time I approached the General Manager and the District Manager regarding the customers behind the counter grabbing coffee and condiments. The managers stated that it is not their policy to allow customers in the food preparation area. The general manager stated that both customers are regulars and have been coming to the facility for 30 plus years. I advised that customers are not allowed in the food preparation, food storage, or ware washing areas. A warning notice was reviewed and signed by the manager. Facility must install visible signage so customers will see that they are not allowed in the kitchen. A corrective action plan and pictures showing the signage posted must be emailed to sabrina.young@dph.ga.gov by tomorrow 11/13/25 by 12 noon. (b) Authorized Personnel Access. Persons unnecessary to the food service establishment operation are not allowed in the food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas, except that brief visits and tours may be authorized by the person in charge if steps are taken to ensure that exposed food; clean equipment, utensils, and linens; and unwrapped single-service and single-use articles are protected from contamination; Pf
Violation #2:
2-2B – proper eating, tasting, drinking, or tobacco use
511-6-1.03(5)(k)1&2 – eating, drinking, or using tobacco (c)
Points: 4
Corrected during inspection?: Yes
Repeat: No
Inspector Notes: Observed an opened can of Monster energy drink and two vape pens on the counter by the juice machine and opened ice container. Advised PIC that all drinks must be in a single use cup with a straw and lid and stored in a designated area where it will not cause contamination. All tobacco products should be stored in a designated area so it will not cause contamination. All items were removed (COS). 511-6-1.03(5)(k)1&2 – Eating, Drinking, or Using Tobacco (C) (k) Hygienic Practices. 1. Employees shall not use any form of tobacco products, or electronic devices that simulate tobacco smoking, while engaged in food preparation or service, nor while in areas used for equipment or utensil washing and storage, food preparation or food storage. Employees shall only use tobacco products or electronic devices that simulate tobacco smoking in approved designated areas. 2. Employees shall consume food only in approved designated areas separate from food preparation and serving areas, equipment or utensil areas and food storage areas. However, drinking from a single service beverage cup with a secure lid and straw that is handled to prevent contamination of the employee’s hands, the container, exposed food, clean equipment, utensils and linens, unwrapped single-service and single-use articles will be allowed.
Violation #3:
3-1C – food in good condition, safe, and unadulterated
511-6-1.04(1) – safe, unadulterated and honestly presented (p)
Points: 9
Corrected during inspection?: Yes
Repeat: No
Inspector Notes: Observed sliced tomatoes stored in the prep top cooler with visible mold on each tomato. PIC removed the tomatoes and discarded them (COS). 511-6-1.04(1) – Safe, unadulterated and Honestly Presented (P) (1) Condition. Food shall be safe, unadulterated, and honestly presented. P
Violation #4:
4-2B – food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
511-6-1.05(6)(n) – manual and mechanical warewashing equipment, chemical sanitization-temperature, ph, concentration, hardness (p,pf)
Points: 4
Corrected during inspection?: No
Repeat: Yes
Inspector Notes: Observed the dishwasher at 0 PPM chlorine. Employee stated that ECOLAB serviced the machine about a week ago. Advised employee and PIC to discontinue use of the dishwasher until it is serviced and running properly (50-100 PPM chlorine). Employee set up the 3-compartment sink to wash, rinse, and sanitize dishes and a sign was placed “out of service” on the dishwasher. All dishes must be rewashed. This is a continuous issue with the facility.
Violation #5:
4-2B – food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
511-6-1.05(7)(a)1 – equipment, food-contact surfaces,& utensils (pf)
Points: 4
Corrected during inspection?: Yes
Repeat: No
Inspector Notes: Observed clean knives stored with dirty knives on the knife shelf. Also, the clean knives shelf has a thick accumulation of old food build up. Observed the drink nozzles on both drink machines with a thick accumulation of black build up. Observed the ice scoop bucket with a dirty build up on the bottom surface. PIC started the cleaning process for it (COS). Observed the fryer baskets in need of a deep cleaning due to a thick accumulation of old food build up. 511-6-1.05(7)(a)1 – Equipment, Food-Contact Surfaces,& Utensils (Pf) (7) Cleaning of Equipment and Utensils. (a) Equipment, Food-Contact Surfaces, and Utensils. 1. Equipment food-contact surfaces and utensils shall be clean to sight and touch. Pf.
Violation #6:
6-1A – proper cold holding temperatures
511-6-1.04(6)(f) – time/temperature control for safety; cold holding (p)
Points: 9
Corrected during inspection?: Yes
Repeat: No
Inspector Notes: Observed the reach in cooler on the end of facility holding temperatures greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. All food items in the reach in cooler were discarded due to the temperatures being over 41 degrees F (COS). The only thing that can be held in the reach in cooler are non TCS food items like the shelf stable dressing packets and half and half cream containers. A completed work order will need to be submitted to sabrina.young@dph.ga.gov by 11/17/25 showing the work performed on the cooler and if it is fixed. Food cannot be returned to the cooler until the DPH verify that it has be repaired.
Violation #7:
10D – food properly labeled; original container
511-6-1.04(8)(b) – expired foods (p)
Points: 3
Corrected during inspection?: Yes
Repeat: No
Inspector Notes: Observed 5 containers of chocolate milk with a best by date of 11/10/25 being held in the walk in cooler. PIC removed the milk to be discarded (COS). 511-6-1.04(8)(b) – Expired Foods (P) (b) Expired Foods. Prepackaged sandwiches, eggs, infant formula, shucked oysters, milk, and time/temperature control safety foods that are labeled as “keep refrigerated” and that are for sale or service to the consumer or used as an ingredient in other foods shall be immediately discarded and shall not be sold, served, or used after the manufacturer’s expiration date or the sell-by date. P
Violation #8:
12A – contamination prevented during food preparation, storage, display
511-6-1.04(4)(q) – food storage (c)
Points: 3
Corrected during inspection?: No
Repeat: No
Inspector Notes: Observed several food items stored in the reach in cooler without a cover to protect from contamination (pancake mix, waffle mix, green beans, mac and cheese, strawberry filling, shredded cheese, etc.). 511-6-1.04(4)(q) – Food Storage (C) (q) Food Storage. 1. Except as specified in paragraphs 2 and 3 of this subsection, food shall be protected from contamination by storing the food: (i) In a clean, dry location; (ii) Where it is not exposed to splash, dust, or other contamination; and (iii) At least 6 inches (15 cm) above the floor. 2. Food in packages and working containers may be stored less than 6 inches (15 cm) above the floor on case lot handling equipment if the equipment can be moved by hand or by conveniently available apparatuses such as hand trucks and forklifts. 3. Pressurized beverage containers, cased food in waterproof containers such as bottles or cans, and milk containers in plastic crates may be stored on a floor that is clean and not exposed to floor moisture.
Violation #9:
12B – personal cleanliness
511-6-1.03(5)(j) – hair restraints (c)
Points: 3
Corrected during inspection?: No
Repeat: Yes
Inspector Notes: Observed employees in the food preparation area without hair restraints. Employees observed had a high risk of possibly contaminating food items. 511-6-1.03(5)(j) – Hair Restraints (C) (i) Hair Restraints. 1. Employees preparing or handling food shall use effective and clean, disposable or easily cleanable nets or other hair restraints approved by the Health Authority, worn properly to restrain loose hair including beards and mustaches longer than one half inch. 2. This does not apply to employees such as counter staff who only serve beverages and wrapped or packaged foods, hostesses, and wait staff if they present a minimal risk of contaminating exposed food, clean utensils and linens and unwrapped single-service and single-use articles.
Violation #10:
16B – plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
511-6-1.06(2)(r) – system maintained in good repair (p, c)
Points: 2
Corrected during inspection?: No
Repeat: No
Inspector Notes: Observed the handles for both hot and cold water leaking (bad leak) on the 3-compartment sink. Observed the motor freezing on the reach in cooler (egg cooler). Please have all issues fixed and send a completed work order to sabrina.young@dph.ga.gov within 11/19/25. 511-6-1.06(2)(r) – System Maintained in Good Repair (P, C) (r) System Maintained in Good Repair. A plumbing system shall be repaired according to law; P and maintained in good repair.
Violation #11:
17C – physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean
511-6-1.07(5)(a),(b) – good repair, physical facilities maintained; cleaning, frequency & restrictions, cleaned often enough to keep them clean (c)
Points: 1
Corrected during inspection?: No
Repeat: Yes
Inspector Notes: Observed the ceiling in bad repair in the storage closet. PIC stated that the area was leaking and they had to remove the ceiling, but the leak is fixed now. The ceiling must be replaced to avoid pests from entering into the kitchen and food areas.
Violation #12:
17D – adequate ventilation and lighting; designated areas used
511-6-1.07(2)(j) – heating, ventilation, air conditioning, system vents, designed to prevent contamination (c)
Points: 1
Corrected during inspection?: No
Repeat: No
Inspector Notes: Observed the HVAC vents on the hot line (above the stove) in need of cleaning due to dust accumulation.
Additional remarks:
A reinspection will be conducted on Thursday, 11/20/25.
Facility must submit a corrective action plan outlining all violations listed “out” on the inspection report. A fee of $100.00 is due to the Henry County Health Department by 11/17/25 and the corrective action plan must be emailed by 11/17/25 to sabrina.young@dph.ga.gov.
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