Fayetteville, Fayette County

Hero's Doughnuts and Buns

210 TRILITH PKWY FAYETTEVILLE, GA 30214

Food
Latest score
75
Mar 17, 2026
City
Fayetteville
County
Fayette
Inspections
7

Score history

Inspection scores over time for this facility.

Inspection history

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

Mar 17, 2026

Followup

Score: 7513 violations

2-2B - proper eating, tasting, drinking, or tobacco use

Regulation: 511-6-1.03(5)(k)1&2 - eating, drinking, or using tobacco (c)

4 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: Yes

Observed employee drinks in non-single-use containers without lid and straws throughout the kitchen; observed reusable cup with a lid but no straw on the front line, an energy drink can on the line, and then several reusable drinks with lids but no straws on the back dry storage rack. COS. Removed. Code: Employee drinks shall be stored in single-use containers with a lid and a straw and shall be handled to prevent contamination.

2-2D - adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible

Regulation: 511-6-1.06(2)(c) - handwashing sinks, installation (pf, c)

4 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed that the facility has self-metering/self-closing faucets in the restrooms that shut off after 3-5 seconds while trying to wash hands. Code: Hand sinks with self-closing/self-metering faucets shall run for at least 15 seconds without needing to be reactivated.

5-2 - consumer advisory provided for raw and undercooked foods

Regulation: 511-6-1-.04(7)(e) - consumer advisory provided for raw/undercooked

4 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed that the facility does not have all required parts of the consumer advisory on the menu; facility has the identifying asterisk and the reminder statement, but the disclosure is missing; observed that the consumer advisory on the menu board is smaller than the other smallest print on the menu. Code: If a raw animal product such as meats or eggs may be served undercooked or raw, a consumer advisory shall be present and include all required portions including the disclosure, the identifying asterisk, and the reminder statement.

10D - food properly labeled; original container

Regulation: 511-6-1.04(7)(d) - other forms of information (c)

3 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: Yes

Observed that the facility did not have written notification of major food allergens used. CA: The permit holder shall notify consumers by written notification of the presence of major food allergens as an ingredient in unpackaged food items that are served or sold to the consumer.

10D - food properly labeled; original container

Regulation: 511-6-1.04(4)(d) - food storage containers identified with common name of food (c)

3 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed squirt bottles on the line with liquids in them, however, the containers were not labeled with the common name of the product inside. Code: All non-easily identifiable foods shall be labeled with the common name of the product.

12C - wiping cloths: properly used and stored

Regulation: 511-6-1.04(4)(m) - wiping cloths, use limitation (c)

3 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: Yes

Observed wet wiping cloths stored on counters at prep station. COS. Wet wiping cloths placed into sanitizer solution. CA: Wet wiping cloths shall be stored in sanitizer solution at the appropriate concentration between uses.

17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean

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

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed that the sealed concrete in the front food service area has started to wear down and is no longer properly sealed. Recommended action: Reseal floors. Code: Floors, walls, and ceilings shall be designed, constructed, and installed so they are smooth and easily cleanable.

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

Observed water damage to the ceiling above the 3-compartment sink. Code: Facility shall be maintained in a state of good repair.

17D - adequate ventilation and lighting; designated areas used

Regulation: 511-6-1.07(4)(b) - designated areas for employee activity, located to prevent contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens, & single service articles (c)

1 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: Yes

Observed employee belongings stored with and above food and food contact surfaces; observed employee phone stored on the top of the mixer and observed purse/belongings stored on the top of the front counter. COS. Moved. Code: Employee belongings and activities shall be in designated locations that prevent contamination of food and food contact surfaces.

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

Regulation: 511-6-1.02(1)(d) - displaying of the inspection report (c)

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: Yes

Observed that the inspection report was not posted. CA: The most recent inspection report shall be posted within 15 feet of the front door, 5-7 feet from the floor, readable at a distance of 1 foot away, and in a conspicuous place.

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 containers stacked while wet. Code: Containers shall be thoroughly air dried prior to stacking or be in a position to drain.

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

Observed accumulation of debris in equipment, particularly in the reach-in freezer. Code: Equipment shall be thoroughly cleaned and cleaning frequency shall be enough to prevent accumulation of debris.

17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean

Regulation: 511-6-1.07(5)(f) - drying mops (c)

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed mop stored in the mop bucket by the backdoor. Code: After use, mops shall be placed in a position that allows them to air-dry without soiling walls, equipment, or supplies.

Nov 6, 2025

Routine

Score: 7013 violations

3-1C - food in good condition, safe, and unadulterated

Regulation: 511-6-1.04(1) - safe, unadulterated and honestly presented (p)

9 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: Yes

Observed rotten food in the walk-in cooler (strawberries, blue berries, cherry tomatoes). COS. Discarded. CA: Food shall be safe and unadulterated.

2-2A - management knowledge, responsibilities, reporting

Regulation: 511-6-1.03(2)(o) - person-in-charge duties (pf)

4 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed that the facility was unable to provide verifiable evidence of employee health reporting requirement acknowledgement for the two randomly selected employees. CA: Facility shall have verifiable means of showing employee health reporting requirement acknowledgement.

2-2B - proper eating, tasting, drinking, or tobacco use

Regulation: 511-6-1.03(5)(k)1&2 - eating, drinking, or using tobacco (c)

4 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Observed employee drinks stored in the kitchen in non-single-use containers. COS. Removed. CA: Employee drinks shall be stored in single-use containers with a lid and a straw and shall be hendled to prevent contamination.

2-2D - adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible

Regulation: 511-6-1.06(2)(o) - using a handwashing sink- operation & maintenance (pf)

4 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Observed hand sink blocked by a speed rack. COS. Moved. CA: Hand sinks shall be kept clear and accessible.

2-2D - adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible

Regulation: 511-6-1.07(3)(b) - hand drying provision (pf)

4 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Observed hand sink on the line was not stocked with paper towels. COS. Stocked. CA: Hand drying provisions shall be available at all hand sinks.

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

Regulation: 511-6-1.05(6)(n) - manual and mechanical warewashing equipment, chemical sanitization-temperature, ph, concentration, hardness (p,pf)

4 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: Yes

Observed that the mechanical dishmachine was not dispensing sanitizer; sanitizer bucket is empty (below the level that the machine is able to pull from). COS. Dishes to be hand washed until a new bucket of sanitizer can be obtained; person-in-charge states that there is no extra. CA: Mechanical dishmachines shall dispense sanitizer at the required concentration.

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

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

4 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Observed accumulation of mold/mildew-like substance on the inside portion of the soda nozzles. COS. Soda nozzles washed, rinsed, and sanitized. CA: Food contact surfaces shall be clean to sight and touch.

10D - food properly labeled; original container

Regulation: 511-6-1.04(7)(d) - other forms of information (c)

3 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed that the facility did not have written notification of major food allergens used. CA: The permit holder shall notify consumers by written notification of the presence of major food allergens as an ingredient in unpackaged food items that are served or sold to the consumer.

12C - wiping cloths: properly used and stored

Regulation: 511-6-1.04(4)(m) - wiping cloths, use limitation (c)

3 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Observed wet wiping cloths stored on counters throughout the kitchen. COS. Wet wiping cloths placed into sanitizer solution. CA: Wet wiping cloths shall be stored in sanitizer solution at the appropriate concentration between uses.

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 accumulation of debris in equipment. CA: Equipment shall be thoroughly cleaned and cleaning frequency shall be enough to prevent accumulation of debris.

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 that accumulation of debris on the floors, specifically under shelves and equipment. CA: Facility shall be thoroughly cleaned and cleaning frequency shall be enough to prevent accumulation of debris.

17D - adequate ventilation and lighting; designated areas used

Regulation: 511-6-1.07(4)(b) - designated areas for employee activity, located to prevent contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens, & single service articles (c)

1 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Observed employee belongings stored with and above food and food contact surfaces. COS. Moved. CA: Employee belongings and activities shall be in designated locations that prevent contamination of food and food contact surfaces.

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

Regulation: 511-6-1.02(1)(d) - displaying of the inspection report (c)

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed that the inspection report was not posted. CA: The most recent inspection report shall be posted within 15 feet of the front door, 5-7 feet from the floor, readable at a distance of 1 foot away, and in a conspicuous place.

May 29, 2025

Followup

Score: 827 violations

2-2D - adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible

Regulation: 511-6-1.07(3)(a) - handwashing cleanser, availability (pf)

4 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Observed soap was not at all hand sinks. COS. Hand soap placed. CA: Hand cleanser shall be available at all hand sinks.

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

Regulation: 511-6-1.05(6)(n) - manual and mechanical warewashing equipment, chemical sanitization-temperature, ph, concentration, hardness (p,pf)

4 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: Yes

Observed that the mechanical dishmachine was not dispensing sanitizer. COS. Dishes to be hand washed until the machine can receive maintenance and be verified as working. CA: Mechanical dishmachines shall dispense sanitizer at the required concentration.

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

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

4 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Observed accumulation of mold/mildew-like substance on the soda nozzles. COS. Nozzles removed to be washed, rinsed, and sanitized. CA: Food contact surfaces shall be clean to sight and touch.

12B - personal cleanliness

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

3 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: Yes

Observed employees wearing jewelry (Watches, bracelets, and a medical information bracelet) while preparing food. COS. All jewelry was removed. CA: With the exception of a plain band ring, no jewelry may be worn on the hands or wrists while preparing food to include medical information bracelets.

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

Regulation: 511-6-1.02(1)(d) - displaying of the inspection report (c)

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed that the facility was posting an older score of "83" on the wall instead of their most recent score which was a "76". CA: The most recent inspection report shall be posted within 15 feet of the front door, 5-7 feet from the floor, readable at a distance of 1 foot away, and in a conspicuous place.

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

Observed accumulation of debris in equipment. CA: Equipment shall be thoroughly cleaned and cleaning frequency shall be enough to prevent accumulation of debris.

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 that accumulation of debris on the floors, specifically under shelves and equipment. CA: Facility shall be thoroughly cleaned and cleaning frequency shall be enough to prevent accumulation of debris.

Mar 12, 2025

Routine

Score: 768 violations

3-1C - food in good condition, safe, and unadulterated

Regulation: 511-6-1.04(1) - safe, unadulterated and honestly presented (p)

9 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Observed rotten food in the walk-in cooler (strawberries). COS. Discarded. CA: Food shall be safe and unadulterated.

3-1C - food in good condition, safe, and unadulterated

Regulation: 511-6-1.04(3)(e) - package integrity (pf)

9 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Observed many dented cans. COS. Discarded. CA: PAckages shall be in good condition and protect the integrity of the food inside.

4-2A - food stored covered

Regulation: 511-6-1.04(4)(c)1(iv) - packaged & unpackaged food, food stored covered(c)

4 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: Yes

Observed large quantities of food stored on the line that was uncovered. COS. Covers placed. CA: Food shall be stored covered.

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

Regulation: 511-6-1.05(6)(n) - manual and mechanical warewashing equipment, chemical sanitization-temperature, ph, concentration, hardness (p,pf)

4 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Observed that the mechanical dishmachine was not dispensing sanitizer. COS. Dishes to be hand washed until the machine can receive maintenance and be verified as working. CA: Mechanical dishmachines shall dispense sanitizer at the required concentration.

12B - personal cleanliness

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

3 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Observed employees wearing jewelry (Watches) while preparing food. COS. All jewelry was removed. CA: With the exception of a plain band ring, no jewelry may be worn on the hands or wrists while preparing food to include medical information bracelets.

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 that the mechanical ware washer was leaking when the rinse cycle starts; water leaks from the back piping. CA: Plumbing system and fixtures shall be maintained in a state of good repair.

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: Yes

Observed wet nesting of containers. CA: Containers shall be thoroughly air dried prior to stacking or be in a position to drain.

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

Observed accumulation of debris in equipment. CA: Equipment shall be thoroughly cleaned and cleaning frequency shall be enough to prevent accumulation of debris.

Nov 7, 2024

Routine

Score: 838 violations

2-2B - proper eating, tasting, drinking, or tobacco use

Regulation: 511-6-1.03(5)(k)1&2 - eating, drinking, or using tobacco (c)

4 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: Yes

Observed employee drinks stored in non-single-use containers and stored on the prep counter. COS. Removed. CA: Employee drinks shall be stored in single-use containers with a lid and a straw and shall be handled to prevent contamination.

4-2A - food stored covered

Regulation: 511-6-1.04(4)(c)1(iv) - packaged & unpackaged food, food stored covered(c)

4 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: Yes

Observed large quantities of food stored on the line that was uncovered. CA: Food shall be stored covered.

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

Obsered accumulation of mold/mildew-like substance on the inside of the soda nozzles. CA: Food contact surfaces, including soda nozzles, shall be clean to sight and touch.

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

Regulation: 511-6-1.02(1)(d) - displaying of the inspection report (c)

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed that the facility was posting an older score of "90" on the wall instead of their most recent score which was an "83". CA: The most recent inspection report shall be posted within 15 feet of the front door, 5-7 feet from the floor, readable at a distance of 1 foot away, and in a conspicuous place.

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: Yes

Observed wet nesting of containers. CA: Containers shall be thoroughly air dried prior to stacking or be in a position to drain.

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 accumulation of debris in equipment. CA: Equipment shall be thoroughly cleaned and cleaning frequency shall be enough to prevent accumulation of debris.

17B - garbage/refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained

Regulation: 511-6-1.06(5)(g)1,2 - storage areas, rooms, and receptacles, capacity & availability (c)

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed a large pile of trash on the floor in the back of the facility due to the available trash cart not being large enough. RCA: Get a second trash cart. CA: Indoor storage area for refuse shall be of sufficient capacity to prevent trash accumulating on the floor.

17D - adequate ventilation and lighting; designated areas used

Regulation: 511-6-1.07(4)(b) - designated areas for employee activity, located to prevent contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens, & single service articles (c)

1 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Observed employee belongings stored with and above food and food contact surfaces. COS. Moved. CA: Employee belongings and activities shall be in designated locations that prevent contamination.

Jun 26, 2024

Routine

Score: 838 violations

2-2B - proper eating, tasting, drinking, or tobacco use

Regulation: 511-6-1.03(5)(k)1&2 - eating, drinking, or using tobacco (c)

4 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Observed employee drinks stored in non-single-use containers. COS. Removed. CA: Employee drinks shall be stored in single-use containers with a lid and a straw and shall be handled to prevent contamination.

2-2D - adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible

Regulation: 511-6-1.07(3)(a) - handwashing cleanser, availability (pf)

4 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Observed soap was not at all hand sinks. COS. Hand soap placed. CA: Hand cleanser shall be available at all hand sinks.

4-2A - food stored covered

Regulation: 511-6-1.04(4)(c)1(iv) - packaged & unpackaged food, food stored covered(c)

4 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: Yes

Observed large quantities of food stored on the line that was uncovered. CA: Food shall be stored covered.

12C - wiping cloths: properly used and stored

Regulation: 511-6-1.04(4)(m) - wiping cloths, use limitation (c)

3 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: Yes

Observed wet wiping cloths stored in containers that were not at the appropriate concentration. COS. Sanitizer hand poured. CA: Wet wiping cloths shall be stored in sanitizer solution that is at the appropriate concentration between uses.

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 nesting of containers. CA: Containers shall be thoroughly air dried prior to stacking or be in a position to drain.

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 accumulation of debris in equipment. CA: Equipment shall be thoroughly cleaned and cleaning frequency shall be enough to prevent accumulation of debris.

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

Regulation: 511-6-1.06(5)(h) - toilet room receptacle, covered (c)

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed that one of the bathrooms did not have a covered trash receptacle. CA: All restrooms used by women shall have a covered trash receptacle for sanitary products.

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 that accumulation of debris on the floors, specifically under shelves and equipment. CA: Facility shall be thoroughly cleaned and cleaning frequency shall be enough to prevent accumulation of debris.

Dec 22, 2023

Routine

Score: 903 violations

4-2A - food stored covered

Regulation: 511-6-1.04(4)(c)1(iv) - packaged & unpackaged food, food stored covered(c)

4 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: Yes

Observed large quantities of food stored on the line that was uncovered. CA: Food shall be stored covered.

12B - personal cleanliness

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

3 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: Yes

Observed employees wearing jewelry (Watches) while preparing food. COS. All jewelry was removed. CA: With the exception of a plain band ring, no jewelry may be worn on the hands or wrists while preparing food to include medical information bracelets.

12C - wiping cloths: properly used and stored

Regulation: 511-6-1.04(4)(m) - wiping cloths, use limitation (c)

3 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: Yes

Observed wet wiping cloths stored on the counter and in containers that were not at the appropriate concentration. COS. Placed into newly made sanitizer buckets. CA: Wet wiping cloths shall be stored in sanitizer solution between uses.