MCDONOUGH, Henry County

KFC

1078 HWY 20/81 MCDONOUGH, GA 30253

Food
Latest score
90
May 12, 2026
City
MCDONOUGH
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.

May 12, 2026

Routine

Score: 905 violations

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: YesRepeat: No

Observed dead bugs under drive-thru handwashing sink on platform holding safe, along with spider webs. Manager swept area. 511-6-1.07(5)(l) - Removing Dead or Trapped Birds, Insects, Rodents, and Other Pest (C) (l) Removing Dead or Trapped Birds, Insects, Rodents, and Other Pests. Dead or trapped birds, insects, rodents, and other pests shall be removed from control devices and the premises at a frequency that prevents their accumulation, decomposition, or the attraction of pests.

16B - plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

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

2 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: Yes

Observed evidence of walk-in freezer refrigeration unit leaking ( excessive ice accumulation on piping and pans being used to catch leakage).
511-6-1.06(2)(r) - System Maintained in Good Repair (P, C) (r) System Maintained in Good Repair. A plumbing system shall be repaired according to law; P and maintained in 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: No

Observed wet pans stored on top of each other. 511-6-1.05(10)(a) - Equipment & Utensils, Air-Drying Required (C) (10) Protection of Clean Items.

(a) Equipment and Utensils, Air-Drying Required. After cleaning and sanitizing, equipment and utensils:

  1. Shall be air-dried or used after adequate draining before contact with food; and

  2. May not be cloth dried except that utensils that have been air-dried may be polished with cloths that are maintained clean and dry.

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 shelving unit with rust accumulation and accumulation on shelving containing drying dishes. Also observed debris behind drive-thru drink machine and food accumulation on frames of steamtable and prep top cooler, and interior of warmer cabinets. 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) 2. The food-contact surfaces of cooking equipment and pans shall be kept free of encrusted grease deposits and other soil accumulations.

  1. Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be kept free of an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other 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 floor tiles in need of regrouting, grease accumulation on floors around fryers, cracked baseboards in front of mop sink, black mold-like accumulation on grout behind drink machine and black accumulation on wall in office. 511-6-1.07(5)(a),(b) - Good Repair, physical facilities maintained; Cleaning, Frequency & Restrictions, cleaned often enough to keep them clean (C) (5) Maintenance and Operation.

(a) Good Repair. All physical facilities shall be maintained in good repair.

(b) Cleaning, Frequency and Restrictions.

  1. The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean and by methods that prevent contamination of food products.

  2. Except for cleaning that is necessary due to a spill or other accident, cleaning shall be done during periods when the least amount of food is exposed, such as after closing.

Nov 5, 2025

Routine

Score: 925 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 excessive black accumulation on front service drink machine ice chute door. 511-6-1.05(7)(b) - Food Contact Surfaces and Utensils - Cleaning Frequency (P, C) (b) Equipment Food-Contact Surfaces and Utensils.

  1. Equipment food-contact surfaces and utensils shall be cleaned:

(i) Before each use with a different type of raw animal food such as beef, fish, lamb, pork, or poultry. It does not apply if the food-contact surface or utensil is in contact with a succession of different types of raw meat and raw poultry each requiring a higher cooking temperature as specified under DPH Rule 511-6-1.04(5)(a) than the previous type such as preparing raw pork followed by cutting raw poultry on the same cutting board; P

(ii) Each time there is a change from working with raw foods to working with ready-to-eat foods; P

(iii) Between uses with raw fruits and vegetables and with Time/Temperature Control for safety food; P

(iv) Before using or storing a food temperature measuring device; P and

(v) At any time during the operation when contamination may have occurred. P

  1. Except as specified in paragraph 3 of this subsection, if used with time/temperature control for safety food, equipment food-contact surfaces and utensils shall be cleaned at least every 4 hours throughout the day. P

  2. Surfaces of utensils and equipment contacting time/temperature control for safety food may be cleaned less frequently than every 4 hours if:

(i) In storage, containers of time/temperature control for safety food and their contents are maintained at temperatures specified under DPH Rule 511-6-1-.04 and the containers are cleaned when they are empty;

(ii) Utensils and equipment are used to prepare food in a refrigerated room or area that is maintained at one of the temperatures in the following chart and:

(I) The utensils and equipment are cleaned at the frequency in the following chart that corresponds to the temperature:

Temperature Cleaning Frequency

41ºF (5.0ºC) or less 24 hours

41ºF - 45ºF (>5.0ºC - 7.2ºC) 20 hours

45ºF - 50ºF (>7.2ºC - 10.0ºC) 16 hours

50ºF - 55ºF (>10.0ºC - 12.8ºC) 10 hours

and

(II) The cleaning frequency based on the ambient temperature of the refrigerated room or area is documented in the food service establishment.

(iii) Temperature measuring devices are maintained in contact with food, such as when left in a container of deli food or in a roast, held at temperatures specified under DPH Rule 511-6-1- .04;

(iv) Equipment is used for storage of packaged or unpackaged food, such as a reach-in refrigerator, and the equipment is cleaned at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil residues;

(v) The cleaning schedule is approved based on consideration of:

(I) Characteristics of the equipment and its use,

(II) The type of food involved,

(III) The amount of food residue accumulation, and

(IV) The temperature at which the food is maintained during the operation and the potential for the rapid and progressive multiplication of pathogenic or toxigenic microorganisms that are capable of causing foodborne disease; or

(vi) In-use utensils are intermittently stored in a container of water in which the water is maintained at 135ºF (57ºC) or more and the utensils and container are cleaned at least every 24 hours or at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil residues.

  1. Dining counters and table-tops shall be cleaned and sanitized routinely after removing all soiled tableware and food trays shall be cleaned and sanitized after each use by one of the following methods:

(i) A two step method in which one cloth, rinsed in sanitizing solution is used to clean food debris from the surface and a second cloth in separate sanitizing solution is used to rinse;

(ii) Sanitizing solution is sprayed onto the surface and the surface is then wiped clean with a disposable towel;

(iii) If used for cleaning and sanitizing, single-use disposable sanitizer wipes shall be used in accordance with EPA-registered label use instructions; or

(iv) Other methods approved by the Health Authority.

(v) Food trays may be cleaned and sanitized the same as table ware.

  1. Except when dry cleaning methods are used as specified under subsection (7)(e) of this Rule, surfaces of utensils and equipment contacting food that is not time/temperature control for safety food shall be cleaned:

(i) At any time when contamination may have occurred;

(ii) At least every 24 hours for iced tea dispensers including nozzles and consumer self-service utensils such as tongs, scoops, or ladles;

(iii) Before restocking consumer self-service equipment and utensils such as condiment dispensers and display containers; and

(iv) In equipment such as ice bins and beverage dispensing nozzles and enclosed components of equipment such as ice makers, cooking oil storage tanks and distribution lines, beverage and syrup dispensing lines or tubes, coffee bean grinders, and water vending equipment:

(I) At a frequency specified by the manufacturer; or

(II) Absent manufacturer specifications, at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil or mold.

16A - hot and cold water available; adequate pressure

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

2 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: Yes

Observed no hot water in women's restroom and front main kitchen handsink. 511-6-1.06(1)(g),(h) - Water Supply, Capacity; Pressure (Pf) (g) Capacity.

  1. The water source and system shall be of sufficient capacity to meet the peak water demands of the food service establishment. Pf

  2. Hot water generation and distribution systems shall be sufficient to meet the peak hot water demands throughout the food service establishment. Pf (h) Pressure. Water under pressure shall be provided to all fixtures, equipment, and nonfood equipment that are required to use water except that water supplied as specified under subsection (1)(k)1 and 2 to a temporary food service operation or in response to a temporary interruption of a water supply need not be under pressure. Pf

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 refrigeration unit with evidence of leaking in walk-in freezer( excessive ice crystal accumulation on piping).511-6-1.06(2)(r) - System Maintained in Good Repair (P, C) (r) System Maintained in Good Repair. A plumbing system shall be repaired according to law; P and maintained in good repair.

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 floor board missing near walk-in freezer and tiles in cracked and in need or regrouting. 511-6-1.07(5)(a),(b) - Good Repair, physical facilities maintained; Cleaning, Frequency & Restrictions, cleaned often enough to keep them clean (C) (5) Maintenance and Operation.

(a) Good Repair. All physical facilities shall be maintained in good repair.

(b) Cleaning, Frequency and Restrictions.

  1. The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean and by methods that prevent contamination of food products.

  2. Except for cleaning that is necessary due to a spill or other accident, cleaning shall be done during periods when the least amount of food is exposed, such as after closing.

  3. If present, playground equipment and associated areas shall be maintained in a clean and sanitary condition. In addition, a cleaning and sanitizing plan along with cleaning and sanitizing records for playground equipment and associated areas shall be maintained within the food service establishment for review upon request by the Health Authority. Further, such cleaning and sanitizing plan for employees to follow in the event of encountering vomitus or fecal matter shall be included and submitted at the time of permit application as specified in DPH Rule 511-6-1-.02(1)(c). Pf

17D - adequate ventilation and lighting; designated areas used

Regulation: 511-6-1.07(3)(g) - mechanical ventilation, sufficient capacity to prevent buildup of heat, steam, smoke, fumes & odors (c)

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed excessive smoke within in the kitchen while fryers were in operation. 511-6-1.07(3)(g) - Mechanical Ventilation, sufficient capacity to prevent buildup of heat, steam, smoke, fumes & odors (C) (g) Mechanical Ventilation. If necessary to keep rooms free of excessive heat, steam, condensation, vapors, obnoxious odors, smoke, and fumes, mechanical ventilation of sufficient capacity shall be provided.

Jun 2, 2025

Routine

Score: 944 violations

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

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

3 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed a box on of coleslaw dressing stored on the floor in the walk-in cooler. All TCS foods must be stored a minimum of six inches above the floor. Also observed biscuits uncovered in the walk-in freezer.

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)(g) - jewelry (c)

3 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed an employee working in the food preparation area with a ring containing stones. PIC advised that only a plain wedding can be worn. Observed food employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food.

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 not working in the hand sink located in the back of the kitchen. CA-PIC will contact maintenance to have the sink repaired by 6/5/25.

511-6-1.06(1)(g),(h) - Water Supply, Capacity; Pressure (Pf) (g) Capacity.

  1. The water source and system shall be of sufficient capacity to meet the peak water demands of the food service establishment. Pf

  2. Hot water generation and distribution systems shall be sufficient to meet the peak hot water demands throughout the food service establishment. Pf (h) Pressure. Water under pressure shall be provided to all fixtures, equipment, and nonfood equipment that are required to use water except that water supplied as specified under subsection (1)(k)1 and 2 to a temporary food service operation or in response to a temporary interruption of a water supply need not be under pressure. Pf

14C - single-use/single-service articles: properly stored, used

Regulation: 511-6-1.05(10)(e)1&3 - single-service/single-use items stored 6" off floor in clean, dry location (c)

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed single use items not properly inverted in the storage area including pans used for pot pies. Single use articles are exposed to contamination (dust). CA- PIC will invert single use containers to prevent potential contamination.

Nov 13, 2024

Routine

Score: 937 violations

16A - hot and cold water available; adequate pressure

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

2 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: Yes

Hot water not working in the women's restroom.

15A - food and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, and used

Regulation: 511-6-1.05(6)(a) - good repair & proper adjustment (c)

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed fried chicken warmer cabinet doors with gasket seals in disrepair.

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 warmer cabinet gasket with old food debris. Observed raw chicken walk in cooler door with 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

Wall underneath drive thru table in bad repair. Ceiling tiles in the dining area severely stained. Observed metal door frame of the raw chicken walk in cooler in disrepair.

17D - adequate ventilation and lighting; designated areas used

Regulation: 511-6-1.05(2)(n) - exhaust ventilation hood systems, designed to prevent grease or condensation from dripping on food/equipment (c)

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed exhaust vents above the hand sink in the ware washing area with accumulation of dust.

17D - adequate ventilation and lighting; designated areas used

Regulation: 511-6-1.07(2)(j) - heating, ventilation, air conditioning, system vents, designed to prevent contamination (c)

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Air vent above the 3-compartment sink and drive thru with dust build up.

17D - adequate ventilation and lighting; designated areas used

Regulation: 511-6-1.05(2)(j) - ventilation hood system filters, designed to be readily removable for cleaning (c)

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Ventilation hood filters above the fryers with dust accumulation.

Apr 12, 2024

Routine

Score: 946 violations

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

Hot water not working in the men's restroom

16B - plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

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

2 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Ceiling leaking in front of the walk-in freezer

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

Wet pans stored on top of each other (Wet nesting)

15A - food and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, and used

Regulation: 511-6-1.05(1)(i) - nonfood-contact surfaces (c)

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Handsink faucet in bad repair (Front Counter) Ice build up observed on the fan unit (Walk in freezer)

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

Walk in cooler shelves contained old food debris and build up

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

Wall in the drive thru area in bad repair Ceiling tile missing and severely stained in the dining area

Oct 4, 2023

Routine

Score: 855 violations

2-1B - hands clean and properly washed

Regulation: 511-6-1.03(5)(b) - cleaning procedure (p)

9 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed employees washing hands with cold water. Hands must be washed and rinsed with warm water.

11A - proper cooling methods used: adequate equipment for temperature control

Regulation: 511-6-1.04(6)(e) - cooling methods (pf, c)

3 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed chicken strips in the walk-in cooler (#1) cooling with no overhead protection to prevent overhead 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 no hot water available at any hand sink in the kitchen. All hands sinks should have hot water available for employees to properly wash hands.

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 floors 9n need of cleaning and tiles in need of replacing. Mop sink contained excessive food debris and needs to be cleaned immediately. Countertop by drive thru window in disrepair (cracked/broken). Tea machine w/ sugar and tea residue.

17D - adequate ventilation and lighting; designated areas used

Regulation: 511-6-1.07(2)(i) - light bulbs, protective shielding (c)

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed overhead light in the walk-in cooler (#1) missing protective shielding.