Chamblee, DeKalb County

BOJANGLES # 2019

3971 BUFORD HWY STE C ATLANTA, GA 30345

Food
Latest score
88
Dec 31, 2025
City
Chamblee
County
DeKalb
Inspections
3

Score history

Inspection scores over time for this facility.

Inspection history

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

Dec 31, 2025

Routine

Score: 883 violations

2-1B - hands clean and properly washed

Regulation: 511-6-1.03(5)(c) - when to wash (p)

9 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed employee pick debris off the floor and did not wash hands prior to handling and serving food to customers.

CA:. Food employees shall clean their hands and exposed portions of their arms immediately before engaging in food preparation including working with exposed food, clean equipment and utensils, and unwrapped single-service and single-use articles P and:

(i) After touching bare human body parts other than clean hands and clean, exposed arms; P

(ii) After using the toilet room; P

(iii) After caring for or handling service animals or aquatic animals; P

(iv) After coughing, sneezing, using a handkerchief or disposable tissue, using tobacco products or electronic devices that simulate tobacco smoking, eating or drinking, except for drinking from a closed beverage container and the container is handled to prevent contamination of the hands;P

(v) After handling soiled equipment or utensils; P

(vi) During food preparation, as often as necessary to remove soil and contamination and to prevent cross contamination when changing tasks; P

(vii) When switching between working with raw food and working with ready-to-eat food; P

(viii) Before donning gloves to initiate a task that involves working with food; P and

(ix) After engaging in other activities that contaminate the hands. P

  1. All employees shall wash hands before leaving the restroom. All food employees leaving the restroom shall wash their hands again upon re-entering the food preparation area. P

Advised proper handwashing immediately after any potential contamination.

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 hot water at handwashing sink did not reach the minimum required temperature of 80°F during time of inspection.

CA: 2. Hot water generation and distribution systems shall be sufficient to meet the peak hot water demands throughout the food service establishment. Pf

Advised PIC hat handwashing sinks must provide water of at least 80°F and to repair or adjust water heater as needed.

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

Observed black organic growth inside the ice machine in the main kitchen at the time of inspection.

CA:Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be kept free of an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris.

Advised PIC that the ice machine must be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized according to manufacturer instructions. Regular maintenance and monitoring are required to prevent mold and microbial contamination, ensuring ice remains safe for consumption.

Jun 26, 2025

Routine

Score: 953 violations

18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present

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

3 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed multiple drain flies throughout main kitchen.

CA:Controlling Pests. The presence of insects, rodents, and other pests shall be controlled to minimize their presence on the premises by:

  1. Routinely inspecting incoming shipments of food and supplies;

  2. Routinely inspecting the premises for evidence of pests;

  3. Using methods, if pests are found, such as trapping devices or other means of pest control as specified under subsections (6)(e), (6)(m), and (6)(n) of this Rule; Pf and

  4. Eliminating harborage conditions.

Advised PIC to contact their licensed pest control provider within 10 calendar days to address and resolve the pest issue. Continued monitoring and documentation of service is recommended.

13A - posted: permit/inspection/choking poster/handwashing

Regulation: 511-6-1.02(1)(f)(1) - permit, displayed (c)

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed 2023 food permit posted during time of inspection. CA:1. Post the permit in a location in the food service establishment that is conspicuous to consumers

Provided PIC with physical copy of food permit and advised for it to be posted up for public view

15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean

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

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed inside of freezer and 2 drawers cooler unclean to sight and touch

CA:d) Nonfood-Contact Surfaces. Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be cleaned at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil residues.

Advised PIC to clean and maintain the interior of the freezer and two-drawer cooler. Surfaces must be kept clean to sight and touch to prevent contamination and ensure proper sanitation.

Dec 26, 2024

Initial

Score: 971 violation

12B - personal cleanliness

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

3 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Observed employee with bracelet and ponytail holder on wrist while working with chicken.

CA: Except for a plain ring such as a wedding band food employees may not wear jewelry including medical information jewelry on their arms and hands while preparing food.

COS: Employee instructed to take off jewelry and educated on appropriate jewelry for food service.