Augusta, Richmond County

MARYLAND FRIED CHICKEN

12 BROAD ST AUGUSTA, GA 30901

Food

Latest score

May 15, 2026

City

Augusta

County

Richmond

Inspections

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 15, 2026

Followup

Score: 843 violations

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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 raw shrimp stored at 48 degrees Fahrenheit in working prep top cooler in kitchen. C/A: Maintain food at 41 degrees Fahrenheit and below in all coolers.

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 container of baked beans and containers of raw chicken stored without a identification label in the walk-in-cooler. C/A: Label all foods stored outside of its original container with a common name label.

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 debris on sides of equipment. Observed hole in ceiling above three compartment sink in kitchen. Observed broken floor tile in walk-in-cooler. C/A: Clean. Increase cleaning frequency. Repair.

May 1, 2026

Followup

Score: 5610 violations

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4-1A - food separated and protected

Regulation: 511-6-1.04(4)(c)1(i)(ii)(iii)(v)(vi)(vii)(viii) - packaged & unpackaged food separation, packaging, and segregation (p, c)

9 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed raw fish stored next to raw chicken on same shelf in walk-in-cooler. C/A: Store food according to minimum internal cooking temperatures (RTE food, seafood, whole cuts of beef and pork, ground meats, and poultry).

6-1A - proper cold holding temperatures

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

9 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: Yes

Observed raw chicken being cold held T 56 degrees Fahrenheit in reach-in-cooler in front of cooking equipment. COS- chicken was moved to walk-in-cooler C/A: Time and temperature controlled for safety foods must be held 41 degrees or below in all coolers. Consider moving cooler away from cooler to prevent cold holding problem.

2-2A - management knowledge, responsibilities, reporting

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

4 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed missing Employee Health Agreements for actively working staff. C/A: Ensure all staff members sign the agreement. Have copies available during health inspections.

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 raw fish stored uncovered in walk-in-cooler. C/A: Cover all food to protect from contamination.

8-2B - toxic substances properly identified, stored, used

Regulation: 511-6-1.07(6)(l) - restricted use pesticide (p)

4 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed multiple cans of residential bug spray (Raid). C/A: Only use approved pest control measures. Consult with a licensed pest control operator.

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 buckets of raw chicken stored on the floor in WIC and by prep table in kitchen. C/A: Store food 6 inches above the floor.

18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present

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

3 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: Yes

Observed flies and gnats throughout establishment. C/A: Consult with a licensed pest control. Close back door when not in use.

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 most recent food inspection not posted. C/A: Post most recent food 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: Yes

Observed heavy debris on sides of equipment and buildup throughout kitchen. Observed broken floor tile in walk-in-cooler. C/A: Clean. Increase cleaning frequency. Replace tile.

17D - adequate ventilation and lighting; designated areas used

Regulation: 511-6-1.07(5)(j) - using dressing rooms & lockers, used for changing clothes and storing employee belongings (c)

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed drinks and phones stored with restaurant items in walk-in-cooler and on prep table surface in kitchen. C/A: Store personal belongings in a designated area.

Mar 30, 2026

Routine

Score: 786 violations

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6-1A - proper cold holding temperatures

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

9 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed raw chicken being cold held above 41 degrees. C/A: Time and temperature controlled for safety foods cold held should be 41 degrees or below.

6-1B - proper hot holding temperatures

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

9 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed cooked cabbage hot held below 135 degrees. C/A: Maintain hot held foods at 135 degrees and above.

4-2A - food stored covered

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

4 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed raw chicken and cabbage stored uncovered in walk-in-cooler. C/A: Cover all food to protect from contamination.

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 green beans, gravy, jalapeños, and buttermilk held without date-marking in walk-in-cooler. C/A: Date mark ready-to-eat and TCS food when held over 24 hours.

18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present

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

3 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: Yes

Observed flies and gnats throughout establishment. C/A: Consult with a licensed pest control. Close back door when not in use.

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 heavy debris on sides of equipment and buildup throughout kitchen. C/A: Clean. Increase cleaning frequency.

Sep 5, 2025

Routine

Score: 883 violations

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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 employee skip the sanitizing step when washing the utensils. C/A: Ensure utensils are properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized.

6-2 - proper date marking and disposition

Regulation: 511-6-1.04(6)(h) - ready-to-eat time/temperature control for safety food, disposition (p)

4 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed baked beans held past discard date on label in walk-in-cooler. C/A: Discard. Monitor use-by dates and discard when appropriate.

18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present

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

3 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: Yes

Observed flies and gnats throughout establishment. C/A: Consult with a licensed pest control. Close back door when not in use.

May 23, 2025

Followup

Score: 819 violations

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4-1A - food separated and protected

Regulation: 511-6-1.04(4)(c)1(i)(ii)(iii)(v)(vi)(vii)(viii) - packaged & unpackaged food separation, packaging, and segregation (p, c)

9 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed raw bacon stored above ready-to-eat foods in WIC. C/A: Store foods according to safe cooking temperature with RTE food above raw meat.

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

Regulation: 511-6-1.04(4)(r) - food storage, prohibited areas (c)

3 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed buckets of raw chicken stored on the floor in WIC. C/A: Store food 6 inches above the floor.

18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present

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

3 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed flies throughout establishment. C/A: Consult with a licensed pest control. Close back door when not in use.

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 most recent food inspection not posted. C/A: Post most recent food inspection.

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

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

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed food permit not posted. C/A: Post food permit.

15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean

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

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: Yes

Observed buildup on sides and backside of cooking equipment. C/A: Clean. Increase cleaning frequency.

15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean

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

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed several dead flies inside drain of drink machine. C/A: Clean.

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 standing water in WIC. C/A: Increase cleaning frequency.

17D - adequate ventilation and lighting; designated areas used

Regulation: 511-6-1.05(3)(d) - ventilation hood system, adequacy, adequate to prevent grease & condensation build-up (c)

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed buildup on vent hood. C/A: Clean. Increase cleaning frequency.

Apr 22, 2025

Routine

Score: 7013 violations

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6-1A - proper cold holding temperatures

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

9 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed sliced tomatoes cold-held above 41 degrees. C/A: TCS foods cold-held should be 41 degrees or below.

6-1B - proper hot holding temperatures

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

9 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: Yes

Observed cabbage hot-held below 135 degrees. C/A: Maintain hot-held foods at 135 degrees and above. Repeat violation.

2-2A - management knowledge, responsibilities, reporting

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

4 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed missing Employee Health Agreements for actively working staff. C/A: Ensure all staff members sign the agreement. Have copies available during health inspections.

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 pink buildup in ice machine. C/A: Clean ice machine regularly.

18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present

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

3 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed flies throughout establishment. C/A: Consult with a licensed pest control.

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

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

3 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed ready-to-eat foods stored with raw meat in container. C/A: Raw meat and ready-to-eat foods store separately.

12B - personal cleanliness

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

3 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed employee without hair and beard nets. C/A: Hair and beards should be covered during active food prep.

17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean

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

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: Yes

Observed debris on floor under equipment & walls behind equipment. C/A: Clean & increase cleaning frequency.

17D - adequate ventilation and lighting; designated areas used

Regulation: 511-6-1.05(3)(d) - ventilation hood system, adequacy, adequate to prevent grease & condensation build-up (c)

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed buildup on vent hood. C/A: Clean. Increase cleaning frequency.

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 ice scoop improperly stored. C/A: Store scoop w/ handle above ice and the 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: No

Observed wet nesting on clean dishes. C/A: Allow dishes to 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: Yes

Observed buildup on sides and backside of cooking equipment. C/A: Clean. Increase cleaning frequency.

17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean

Regulation: 511-6-1.07(2)(f),(g) - wall & ceiling coverings & coatings; wall & ceiling attachments (c)

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed missing ceiling tile and buildup on vents. C/A: Clean. Increase cleaning frequency. Replace tiles.

Nov 1, 2024

Routine

Score: 804 violations

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4-1A - food separated and protected

Regulation: 511-6-1.04(4)(c)1(i)(ii)(iii)(v)(vi)(vii)(viii) - packaged & unpackaged food separation, packaging, and segregation (p, c)

9 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Observed raw chicken, raw fish stored above cooked chicken in walk in cooler. COS Items moved. C/A Store raw chicken below fish and also below ready to eat food, like cooked chicken. Abide by storage order in walk in cooler. vegetables/ cooked foods raw fish raw beef raw chicken

6-1B - proper hot holding temperatures

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

9 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Observed green beans and mac and cheese stored outside of hot holding unit, with a hot holding temperature below 135 degrees F (green beans 112 degrees F, mac and cheese 117 degrees F). COS Reheated and placed back in hot holding unit. C/A: Keep hot held items at 135 degrees F or above.

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 outside of equipment in kitchen with residue. C/A: Clean outside of equipment and do not store dirty dishes in the prep sink.

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 debris on floor under equipment and on walls behind equipment. C/A: Clean areas and increase cleaning frequency (one live roach).

Jul 31, 2024

Routine

Score: 904 violations

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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 build-up inside bulk ice machine. C/A: Clean and increase cleaning frequency.

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 buttermilk stored past expiration date. C/A: Monitor dates closely. All items must be discarded after expiration date.

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 most recent inspection not posted. Posted inspection was not in guests view. C/A: Keep most recent inspection posted and within guests view.

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 build-up on several items of equipment in kitchen. C/A: Clean all kitchen equipment and increase cleaning frequency.

Jan 17, 2024

Routine

Score: 922 violations

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4-2A - food stored covered

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

4 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed food uncovered in walk-in cooler. CA: Advised PIC to keep all food covered in storage.

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 chicken being stored in walk-in cooler uncovered. CA: Advised PIC that all food must be covered, and date marked.

Dec 21, 2023

Routine

Score: 915 violations

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8-2B - toxic substances properly identified, stored, used

4 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed multiple cans of residential bug spray. C/A: Only use approved pest control measures.

16A - hot and cold water available; adequate pressure

2 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed no hot water available within the establishment. C/A: Ensure hot water gets fixed. Have hot & cold water available at all times.

14A - in-use utensils: properly stored

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed scoop handles sitting on top of food in multiple containers. C/A: Ensure in-use utensils are properly stored.

15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed buildup on and around equipment. C/A: Clean buildup. Increase cleaning frequency.

17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed water damage and missing ceiling tiles. C/A: Replace damages & missing ceiling tiles.

Jun 15, 2023

Routine

Score: 1000 violations

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No violations recorded for this inspection.