ELLENWOOD, Henry County

Dairy Queen

340 FAIRVIEW RD ELLENWOOD, GA 30294

Food
Latest score
91
Apr 21, 2026
City
ELLENWOOD
County
Henry
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.

Apr 21, 2026

Routine

Score: 915 violations

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 food debris on the tomato slicer. Manager disassembled slicer to properly clean.

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.

12A - contamination prevented during food preparation, storage, display

Regulation: 511-6-1.04(4)(q) - food storage (c)

3 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Observed pre-cooked bacon and hot dogs in the reach in cooler stored without lids. Manager corrected on site. Observed dessert toppings stored without lids. Manager corrected on site.

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.

  1. 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.

  2. 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.

12B - personal cleanliness

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

3 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed employees preparing beverages, desserts, and food without proper hair and beard restraints.

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.

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 food debris on the floor of the walk in freezer.

17D - adequate ventilation and lighting; designated areas used

Regulation: 511-6-1.07(5)(d) - cleaning ventilation system, nuisance & discharge prohibition, cleaned in way not to cause contamination or create a public health hazard (c)

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed dust accumulation on the air and exhaust vents in the dining room and kitchen. Manager stated that vents are mostly cleaned once a month.

Oct 23, 2025

Routine

Score: 962 violations

12C - wiping cloths: properly used and stored

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

3 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

12C.Observed several wet wiping cloths not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. The owner corrected during the inspection.

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

17C. Observed missing wall tile near the walk in cooler.

Mar 20, 2025

Routine

Score: 963 violations

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 walk in cooler shelves in need of cleaning due to white build up. Observed exterior surface of the soda fountain in the dining room in need of cleaning due to mold like build up. Observed reach in freezer and reach in cooler in the ice cream station with food 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: Yes

Observed food debris on the floor in the chemical closet. Observed dust on the ceiling and walls of women's restroom.

17D - adequate ventilation and lighting; designated areas used

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed dust build up on the vents throughout the kitchen and women's restroom.

Sep 17, 2024

Routine

Score: 904 violations

6-2 - proper date marking and disposition

Regulation: 511-6-1.04(6)(g) - ready-to-eat time/temperature control for safety food, date marking (pf)

4 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed several american and pepper jack cheese without date marking information.

12B - personal cleanliness

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

3 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed no team member with hair restraints on. Manager corrected on site.

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 walk in cooler shelves in need of cleaning due to white build up. Observed exterior surface of the soda fountain in the dining room in need of cleaning due to mold like build up. Observed exterior surface of ice cream machine in the main kitchen in need of cleaning due to stuck on food 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: Yes

Observed floors underneath the dry storage area in need of cleaning due to debris.

Mar 28, 2024

Routine

Score: 884 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: YesRepeat: Yes

Observed ice machine interior and ice scoop interior with mold like accumulation. Manager removed ice scoop and holder to be cleaned and sanitized (COS).

18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present

Regulation: 511-6-1.07(5)(l) - removing dead or trapped birds, insects, rodents, and other pest (c)

3 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed dead bugs inside of the light shields in the food prep area. Remove dead insects to prevent their accumulation, decomposition, or the attraction of pests.

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 in women's restroom (70F), Hot water must be at least 85F. Follow up on 4/1/24.

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

Dust accumulation observed on ceiling and vents over prep area, drive thru area, and ice cream area.

Sep 21, 2023

Routine

Score: 952 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 ice machine interior with mold like accumulation.

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 food/grease build up on heat lamp above hot held food needs to be cleaned immediately. Observed mold like substance on exterior frame of reach in cooler in milk shake station area.