Bainbridge, Decatur County

Zaxby's Restaurant

1404 TALLAHASSEE HWY BAINBRIDGE, GA 39819

Food
Latest score
98
May 4, 2026
City
Bainbridge
County
Decatur
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.

May 4, 2026

Routine

Score: 981 violation

16B - plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

Regulation: 511-6-1.06(2)(r) - system maintained in good repair (p, c)

2 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed the employee handwashing sink behind the front counter not working. PIC will have handwashing sink repaired.

Jun 9, 2025

Routine

Score: 854 violations

6-1A - proper cold holding temperatures

9 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: Yes

Repeat Violation: Observed cold holding TCS (Temperature Controlled for Safety) food above 41°F in the walk in cooler, Randell Prep unit and Center Line units. See temperature log for said items. COS: PIC discarded all of the product and will monitor all units. Cause of incorrect temperature was WIC door was left open and not turning the Randell unit on before cold holding raw chicken.

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

Regulation: 511-6-1.05(10)(a) - equipment & utensils, air-drying required (c)

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed wet stacking of a lot of metal pans on shelf by 3-comp sink. Can not wet stack metal pans, plastic, etc. PIC discussed with employees and properly air dried pans.

15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: Yes

Repeat Violation: Observed soiled nonfood contact surfaces of shelves, breading container, inside and out of coolers, freezers, Duke warmer, etc. Will have everything cleaned within three to five days.

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

Observed grease buildup under and behind deep fryers, soiled walls and floors throughout kitchen area, and cabinet doors missing at front counter area. General cleaning needed. Will have it cleaned within three to five days.

Nov 19, 2024

Routine

Score: 863 violations

6-1A - proper cold holding temperatures

Regulation: 511-6-1.04(6)(f) - time/temperature control for safety; cold holding (p)

9 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Observed cold holding TCS (Temperature Controlled for Safety) foods above 41°F in the Randell cooler and Centerline unit. TCS food must be cold held at 41°F or below. See temperature log for said items. COS: PIC discarded the sliced tomatoes and will monitor TCS foods more often.

11C - approved thawing methods used

Regulation: 511-6-1.04(6)(c) - thawing (c)

3 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: Yes

Observed improper thawing of raw chicken. Raw chicken was thawing in vegetable sink submerged in colander and not under running water. COS: PIC removed the raw chicken and properly cleaned vegetable sink.

15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean

Regulation: 511-6-1.05(7)(d) - nonfood-contact surfaces (c)

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed soiled nonfood contact surfaces of food storage container (Breader), shelves, inside all coolers, etc. General cleaning needed. PIC will have everything cleaned within three to five days.

Jun 12, 2024

Routine

Score: 933 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 soiled food contact surface of Hoshizaki automatic ice machine. Observed black slime/mildew inside the unit (food contact part). PIC will have it cleaned today. Do not serve ice until cleaned.

16B - plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

Regulation: 511-6-1.06(2)(r) - system maintained in good repair (p, c)

2 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed foot pedals at handwashing sink in kitchen not working properly. The foot pedals are broken and the pedals are not anchored to the floor. PIC stated they have a work order in now to get it fixed. Should be repaired by end of week.

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

Regulation: 511-6-1.05(10)(a) - equipment & utensils, air-drying required (c)

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed wet stacking metal pans on shelves at the 3-compartment sink. Metal pans stacked wet. Metal pans must be air dried before stacking. PIC will discuss air drying to dishwasher employee today and address the metal pans today.

Dec 14, 2023

Routine

Score: 864 violations

6-1A - proper cold holding temperatures

9 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: Yes

Repeat Violation: Observed cold holding TCS (Temperature Controlled for Safety) foods above 41°F. See temperature log for said items. COS: PIC discarded all of the food. TCS foods must be cold held at 41°F or below.

6-1B - proper hot holding temperatures

Regulation: 511-6-1.04(6)(f) - time/temperature control for safety; hot holding (p)

9 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Observed hot holding TCS (Temperature Controlled for Safety) foods below 135°F. See temperature log for said items. COS: PIC discarded all of the food. TCS food must be hot held at 135° or above.

16A - hot and cold water available; adequate pressure

Regulation: 511-6-1.06(1)(g),(h) - water supply, capacity; pressure (pf)

2 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed no hot water at handwashing sink in the kitchen food prep area. PIC stated she has put in a work order to have it fixed. They are using the other handwashing sinks in the kitchen area.

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

Observed soiled walls at the drive through area behind drink machines. Observed dust/dirt buildup on the walls. PIC will have it cleaned five to seven days.

Aug 8, 2023

Routine

Score: 805 violations

6-1A - proper cold holding temperatures

Regulation: 511-6-1.04(6)(f) - time/temperature control for safety; cold holding (p)

9 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: Yes

Repeat Violation: Observed cold holding TCS (Temperature Controlled for Safety) above 41° in/on the center line unit in kitchen. All TCS foods must be held at 41° or below. COS: PIC discarded all of the product. Will pull from WIC until unit is operating properly.

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

Regulation: 511-6-1.05(7)(a)1 - equipment, food-contact surfaces,& utensils (pf)

4 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed soiled food contact surfaces of the automatic ice machine at the drive thru area. Observed mildew/slime inside of the ice machine. Will have it cleaned today. Do not serve ice to customers until it has been properly cleaned.

18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present

Regulation: 511-6-1.07(5)(k) - controlling pests (pf, c)

3 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed a lot of live flies throughout kitchen area and dining room. Orkin serviced facility on 07/24/23. Contact pest control company today to address issues. Do not put fly strips over any food, food prep, shelves, dishes, etc.

15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean

Regulation: 511-6-1.05(7)(d) - nonfood-contact surfaces (c)

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed soiled nonfood contact surfaces of the coolers, freezer, fryers, shelves, etc. Will have all items cleaned within three to five days.

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

Observed soiled floors and walls throughout kitchen area. Water leaking from A/C duct work including room area. Clean floors and walls within five to seven days and address moisture coming from A/C ductwork in the ceiling.