Americus, Sumter County

ZAXBY'S

1204 CRAWFORD ST AMERICUS, GA 31709

Food
Latest score
91
May 28, 2026
City
Americus
County
Sumter
Inspections
4

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 28, 2026

Routine

Score: 911 violation

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 boiled eggs and cheese cold held above 41*F in prep top cooler. Except during preparation, cooking, or cooling, or when time is used as the public health control, time/temperature control for safety food shall be maintained at 41°F (5°C) or below. C/A: items were placed in ice bath to cool.

Dec 18, 2025

Routine

Score: 883 violations

4-1A - food separated and protected

Regulation: 511-6-1.04(4)(j) - food contact with equipment & utensils, and linens (p)

9 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Observed in use sanitizing cloths used to wipe down counters and to wipe down in use food utensils. Also it was observed that a wiping cloth was being held inside a prep top cooler with raw chicken. Notified PIC that the same cloth cannot be used for both of these functions and that a wiping cloth cannot be stored in this location.

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 multiple drainage issues in the main kitchen leading to pooling water and food debris backing up in the drains. Also observed a drain by the main fryer with no cover. The PIC placed a makeshift temporary cover to maintain drain integrity.

17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean

Regulation: 511-6-1.07(2)(e) - floor covering, mats & duckboards (c)

1 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Observed cardboard on the floor of the main kitchen in use as a floor mat to absorb excessive grease. Notified PIC that carboard is not an approved floor covering material and he subsequently had the cardboard thrown away.

Oct 15, 2024

Routine

Score: 991 violation

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 top 1/3 of most current inspection report not posted in drive thru window. Food service establishments with drive-thru windows will post the current inspection report, and also have the inspection report posted so that a minimum of the top one-third of a copy of the current inspection report is visible through each window allowing customers to easily read the score, date of inspection and establishment information. PIC to post most current inspection report.

Sep 19, 2023

Routine

Score: 956 violations

16B - plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

Regulation: 511-6-1.06(2)(j) - backflow prevention device when required (p)

2 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed no back flow prevention on hose bibb at dumpster pad. A plumbing system shall be installed to preclude backflow of a solid liquid or gas contaminant into the water supply system at each point of use at the food service establishment including on a hose bibb if a hose bibb not attached and backflow prevention is required by law by providing 1) air gap or 2) installing approved backflow prevention devices. Correct by 9/23/2023.

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 inspection report (most recent) and top 1/3 (in full) not posted prominently and posted fully in drive thru window. 1) The most current inspection report shall be prominently displayed in public view at all times, within 15 feet of the front door or primary public door and between five feet and seven feet from the floor and in an area where it can be read at a distance of one foot away. 2) Food service establishments with drive thru windows will post the current inspection report and also have the inspection report posted so that a minimum of the top 1/3 of a copy of the current inspection report is visible through each window allowing customers to easily read the score, date of inspection and establishment information. 3) At food service establishments with no primary or public door, the current inspection report shall be prominently displayed at all times where the documents can be read by the public from a distance of one foot away. Correct by 9/22/2023.

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 to go boxes not stored in original protective package or other means to afford protection from contamination. Single service and single use articles shall be stored as specified under paragraph 1 of this subsection and shall be kept in the original protective package or stored by using other means that afford protection from contamination until used. Correct by 9/22/2023. PIC to correct.

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

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

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed lid to covered trash can in women's restroom broken. A toilet room used by females shall be provided with covered receptacles for sanitary napkins. PIC has lids on order. Correct by 9/22/2023.

17B - garbage/refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained

Regulation: 511-6-1.06(5)(k),(l) - storing refuse, recyclables & receptacles; areas, enclosures, & receptacles, good repair (c)

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed dumpster with hole in sidewall and sliding door missing. Storage areas , enclosures and receptacles for refuse for refuse recyclables and returnables shall be maintained in good repair. Correct by 9/22/2023

17B - garbage/refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained

Regulation: 511-6-1.06(5)(o),(p) - using drain plugs; maintaining refuse areas (c)

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed dumpster storage area not clean from grease and other cross contamination. A storage area for refuse, recyclables and returnables shall be maintained free of unnecessary items and clean. Correct by 9/22/2023.