Augusta, Richmond County

P. F. CHANG'S

3450 WRIGHTSBORO RD STE D-215 AUGUSTA, GA 30909

Food
Latest score
93
Mar 2, 2026
City
Augusta
County
Richmond
Inspections
9

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 2, 2026

Routine

Score: 932 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 containers holding utensils with excess debris and dust. C/A: Clean food contact surfaces regularly.

12B - personal cleanliness

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

3 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed an employee not wearing a beard restraint during active food prep. C/A: Wear restraints as needed when conducting food prep.

Feb 9, 2026

Followup

Score: 787 violations

6-1A - proper cold holding temperatures

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

9 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: Yes

Observed multiple cold-held TCS foods above 41F. C/A: Maintain cold-held TCS foods at 41F or below.

10D - food properly labeled; original container

Regulation: 511-6-1.04(8)(b) - expired foods (p)

3 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: Yes

Observed siracha mustard, hoisin sauce, filet mignon sauce, Korean sesame sauce, strawberries, and peppers stored past date marks in the walk-in-cooler. C/A: Monitor date marks and ensure food items are properly discarded.

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 cold water at the front handwashing sinks in the kitchen. Facility was advised to have fixed by 1/14/26. C/A: Fix by 2/28/26.

16C - sewage and waste water properly disposed

Regulation: 511-6-1.06(4)(a) - sewage, other liquid waste mobile holding tank, capacity and drainage (c)

2 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: Yes

Observed standing water throughout the kitchen and seeping from the flooring. Observed leaking under many sinks throughout the kitchen. C/A: Fix by 2/28/26.

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 clean dishes. C/A: Allow dishes to properly air dry before stacking.

17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean

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

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: Yes

Observed buildup on the ceiling tiles throughout the kitchen. C/A: Clean. Increase cleaning frequency.

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 damaged flooring throughout the kitchen. C/A: Fix by 2/28/26.

Jan 8, 2026

Routine

Score: 7411 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 multiple cold-held TCS foods stored with temperatures above 41F. C/A: Monitor cooler temperatures and ensure all cold-held TCS foods can be held at 41F or below.

2-2A - management knowledge, responsibilities, reporting

Regulation: 511-6-1.03(4)(a)(b)(c)(e)(f) - responsibility of permit holder, pic, and conditional employees (p), (pf)

4 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed no employee health agreements for staff. C/A: All employees must read, understand, and sign an agreement. Copies must be available for inspections.

10D - food properly labeled; original container

Regulation: 511-6-1.04(8)(b) - expired foods (p)

3 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed multiple containers of pineapples and oranges stored past date marks. C/A: Monitor date markings and ensure food items are properly discarded.

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

Regulation: 511-6-1.04(4)(z) - miscellaneous sources of contamination (c)

3 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed an employee use their cellphone while the cellphone was stored on a food prep surface in the kitchen. C/A: No personal items should be stored on food prep surfaces while in use. All employee items should be stored in a designated area away from food and below food prep surfaces.

12B - personal cleanliness

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

3 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed an employee wearing a bracelet during active food prep. C/A: No jewelry may be worn on the arms or wrists during active food prep/cooking.

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 cold water at the first hand washing sink in the kitchen. C/A: Fix by 1/14/26.

16C - sewage and waste water properly disposed

Regulation: 511-6-1.06(4)(a) - sewage, other liquid waste mobile holding tank, capacity and drainage (c)

2 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: Yes

Observed standing water throughout the kitchen. C/A: Assess for leaks and clean up water throughout service.

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 buildup on the vent/hood system. PIC stated service due 1/13/26. C/A: Clean. Increase cleaning/service frequency to limit buildup.

14A - in-use utensils: properly stored

Regulation: 511-6-1.04(4)(k) - in-use utensils, between-use storage (c)

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: Yes

Observed a bowl sitting inside a container of peanuts on dry storage rack. C/A: When storing utensils/scoops with food, ensure the handle is above the food and container or not with the food.

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 clean dishes. C/A: Dishes must be allowed to properly air dry before stacking.

17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean

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

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: Yes

Observed missing ceiling tiles and buildup on ceiling tiles throughout the kitchen. C/A: Replace any missing ceiling tiles. Clean all ceiling tiles. Increase cleaning frequency to limit buildup.

Jul 7, 2025

Routine

Score: 897 violations

18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present

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

3 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed gnats throughout the establishment. C/A: Consult w/ a licensed pest control operator to get rid of gnats.

16C - sewage and waste water properly disposed

Regulation: 511-6-1.06(4)(a) - sewage, other liquid waste mobile holding tank, capacity and drainage (c)

2 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: Yes

Observed standing water throughout the kitchen. C/A: Determine an approved method to get rid of standing water. Check for leaks.

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 the must current health inspection report not posted. C/A: Ensure the most current health inspection report is posted at all times.

14A - in-use utensils: properly stored

Regulation: 511-6-1.04(4)(k) - in-use utensils, between-use storage (c)

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed the scoop improperly stored inside potato starch. C/A: Ensure scoops are properly stored w/ handle above the food & container.

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 clean dishes. C/A: Allow dishes to properly air dry before stacking.

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 buildup on sides & back sides of kitchen equipment. C/A: Clean all equipment. Increase cleaning to limit buildup.

17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean

Regulation: 511-6-1.07(2)(c) - floor and wall junctures, coved, & enclosed or sealed, water-flushed floors provided with drains & graded to drain (c)

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed damaged flooring w/ water seeping though. C/A: Fix. Management stated flooring will be replaced.

Jan 9, 2025

Routine

Score: 865 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: Yes

Observed buildup around the drink stations. Observed buildup inside the microwave. C/A: Clean all drink machines and microwave(s). Increase cleaning frequency to limit buildup.

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 no labels on several food items stored outside the original container throughout the kitchen. C/A: Label all food items when stored outside the original container.

16C - sewage and waste water properly disposed

Regulation: 511-6-1.06(4)(a) - sewage, other liquid waste mobile holding tank, capacity and drainage (c)

2 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed standing water throughout the kitchen. PIC stated that multiple pieces of equipment are getting fixed. C/A: Clean up standing water throughout service. Check for additional leaks and have serviced/fixed ASAP.

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 clean dishes. C/A: Allow dishes to properly air dry before stacking.

17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean

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

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed buildup on the ceiling tiles throughout the kitchen. C/A: Clean ceiling tiles. Increase cleaning frequency to limit buildup especially areas above food/food prep.

Jul 8, 2024

Followup

Score: 922 violations

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

4 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: Yes

Observed black buildup around the drink machines and dipper wells. C/A: Clean all drink machines & dipper wells. Increase cleaning frequency.

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

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: Yes

Observed wet nesting of clean dishes. c/A: Allow dishes to properly air dry before stacking.

Jun 4, 2024

Routine

Score: 759 violations

6-1A - proper cold holding temperatures

9 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed shrimp, beef, chicken, and broccoli cold held above 41F. C/A: Ensure all foods that are cold held are kept at 41F or below.

4-2A - food stored covered

4 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: Yes

Observed tofu, wantons, and vegetables stored uncovered on shelving and reach-in-cooler. C/A: Store all food items covered.

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

4 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed black buildup on the drink machines. C/A: Clean all drink machines. Increase cleaning frequency.

10D - food properly labeled; original container

3 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed celery and green onions stored past date markings. C/A: Monitor date marks and ensure food items are properly discarded.

12B - personal cleanliness

3 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed several employees not wearing hair restraints during active food prep. C/A: Ensure employees wear hair restraints during active food prep.

12C - wiping cloths: properly used and stored

3 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed wiping cloth improperly stored on prep counter. C/A: Ensure wiping cloths are properly stored and used.

16C - sewage and waste water properly disposed

2 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed standing water throughout the kitchen in areas w/out drains. C/A: Clean all standing water & check food leaks.

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

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed most current inspection not posted. C/A: Ensure the most current inspection is posted at all times.

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

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed clean dishes wet stacked. C/A: Allow dishes to properly air dry before stacking.

Dec 7, 2023

Routine

Score: 923 violations

4-2A - food stored covered

4 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: Yes

Observed rolls/wraps stored uncovered in the reach-in-cooler. C/A: All food must be covered when stored.

14A - in-use utensils: properly stored

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed wet nesting of clean dishes. C/A: Allow dishes to properly air dry before stacking.

17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed dust buildup on vents and several pieces of equipment. C/A" Dust/clean all vents and equipment to prevent possible contamination. Increase cleaning frequency.

Jun 5, 2023

Routine

Score: 962 violations

4-2A - food stored covered

4 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed beef and coleslaw in walk in cooler stored uncovered. C/A: All food must be covered when stored.

4-2A - food stored covered

4 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed beef and coleslaw in walk in cooler stored uncovered. C/A: All food must be covered when stored.