Athens, Clarke County

Burger King #9691

600 HWY 29 N ATHENS, GA 30601

Food
Latest score
97
Feb 3, 2026
City
Athens
County
Clarke
Inspections
6

Score history

Inspection scores over time for this facility.

Inspection history

Georgia inspection history is score-based, with violations grouped under each recorded inspection.

Feb 3, 2026

Routine

Score: 971 violation

12B - personal cleanliness

Regulation: 511-6-1.03(5)(j) - hair restraints (c)

3 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Observed food worker making burgers with no hair restraint. Person in charge (PIC) gave food worker a hat and he put it on.

Aug 4, 2025

Routine

Score: 913 violations

4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized

Regulation: 511-6-1.05(7)(b) - food contact surfaces and utensils - cleaning frequency (p, c)

4 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed mold like growth in bulk ice machine. Corrective action (CA): Clean and sanitize ice machine frequently enough to preclude any growth.

10D - food properly labeled; original container

Regulation: 511-6-1.04(8)(b) - expired foods (p)

3 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: Yes

Observed open carton of cream held in walk-in cooler (WIC) past expiration date. Dated to expire 07/08/2025. Person in charge (PIC) discarded carton.

14B - utensils, equipment and linens: properly stored, dried, handled

Regulation: 511-6-1.05(10)(e)1,2,4 - equipment, utensil, linens, stored 6" off floor in clean, dry location (c)

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed plastic bins stacked wet on dry dish rack in warewashing area.

Feb 3, 2025

Routine

Score: 902 violations

8-2B - toxic substances properly identified, stored, used

Regulation: 511-6-1.07(6)(e) - conditions of use (p, pf, c)

4 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: Yes

Quaternary ammonium sanitizer concentration in 3-compartment sink >400ppm. Corrective action (CA): Quaternary ammonium concentration shall be between 150-400ppm. Person in charge (PIC) diluted sanitizer to reach concentration around 300ppm.

10D - food properly labeled; original container

Regulation: 511-6-1.04(8)(b) - expired foods (p)

3 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: Yes

Observed open and unopened cartons of light cream held in drive-thru and walk-in coolers past expiration date. Dated to expire 02/02/2025. PIC discarded cartons.

Aug 14, 2024

Routine

Score: 925 violations

8-2B - toxic substances properly identified, stored, used

Regulation: 511-6-1.07(6)(c) - storage, separation (p)

4 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Observed restroom cleaner spray bottle stored on shelf in back dry storage area next to mustard and syrups and over single-use burger wraps. Corrective action (CA): Chemicals must be stored below and separate from all food, utensils, equipment, and single-use (FUELS) items. Spray bottle relocated.

10D - food properly labeled; original container

Regulation: 511-6-1.04(8)(b) - expired foods (p)

3 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Observed opened carton of light cream stored in drive-thru cooler with expiration date of 07/28/2024. Item discarded.

17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean

Regulation: 511-6-1.07(2)(a) - floor, walls, & ceilings, cleanability (c)

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Worn grout lines by walk-in cooler door and by ice machine, allowing water and debris to pool.

17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean

Regulation: 511-6-1.07(5)(a),(b) - good repair, physical facilities maintained; cleaning, frequency & restrictions, cleaned often enough to keep them clean (c)

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Grease and grime on floors in back storage area by grease trap. Dust buildup on air vent over bread storage by walk-in freezer and over reach-in freezer.

17D - adequate ventilation and lighting; designated areas used

Regulation: 511-6-1.07(5)(j) - using dressing rooms & lockers, used for changing clothes and storing employee belongings (c)

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Employee food in designated bin stored on top shelf in walk-in cooler over customer foods. Relocate to bottom shelf.

Jan 4, 2024

Routine

Score: 934 violations

4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized

Regulation: 511-6-1.05(7)(b) - food contact surfaces and utensils - cleaning frequency (p, c)

4 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed buildup of drink residue and grime on lobby and drive-thru drink machine nozzles. Corrective action (CA): Beverage dispensing nozzles must be cleaned and sanitized often enough to prevent accumulation of residue.

14A - in-use utensils: properly stored

Regulation: 511-6-1.04(4)(k) - in-use utensils, between-use storage (c)

1 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Ice scoop stored in ice bin with handle touching ice. Handle removed.

14B - utensils, equipment and linens: properly stored, dried, handled

Regulation: 511-6-1.05(10)(e)1,2,4 - equipment, utensil, linens, stored 6" off floor in clean, dry location (c)

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Cambro bins stacked wet on clean dish shelf. Allow to fully air dry before stacking vertically.

15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean

Regulation: 511-6-1.05(7)(a)2,3 - equipment, food/nonfood-contact surfaces, and utensils, food-contact surfaces of cooking equipment & nonfood-contact surfaces free of accumulations (c)

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: Yes

Heavy grease buildup on hood vents over broiled and over fryers.

Jul 18, 2023

Routine

Score: 945 violations

12B - personal cleanliness

Regulation: 511-6-1.03(5)(g) - jewelry (c)

3 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed food employee wearing watch. No more than a plain wedding band allowed on hands and wrists.

12B - personal cleanliness

Regulation: 511-6-1.03(5)(j) - hair restraints (c)

3 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed food employees with no hair restraint and visor, not a full hair restraint (hairnet, ballcap, etc).

15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean

Regulation: 511-6-1.05(7)(a)2,3 - equipment, food/nonfood-contact surfaces, and utensils, food-contact surfaces of cooking equipment & nonfood-contact surfaces free of accumulations (c)

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Heavy grease buildup on hood vent over broiler and vent over fryers.

17A - toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, cleaned

Regulation: 511-6-1.07(5)(h) - cleaning plumbing fixtures- handsinks, urinals & toilets (c)

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

No covered trashcan in women's restroom.

17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean

Regulation: 511-6-1.07(5)(a),(b) - good repair, physical facilities maintained; cleaning, frequency & restrictions, cleaned often enough to keep them clean (c)

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: Yes

Broken and missing floor tiles at walk-in freezer door. Worn grout lines at tiles by fryer.