Morrow, Clayton County

Dairy Queen

1207 SOUTHLAKE MALL MORROW, GA 30260

Food
Latest score
83
May 14, 2026
City
Morrow
County
Clayton
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.

May 14, 2026

Followup

Score: 834 violations

2-2D - adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible

Regulation: 511-6-1.06(2)(o) - using a handwashing sink- operation & maintenance (pf)

4 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed wet paper towels in the sink at the front food service area. CA: A handwashing sink shall be maintained so that it accessible at all times for employee use.

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 a pink mold-like substance on the white panel of the ice machine. CA: Equipment food contact surfaces shall be cleaned at a frequency that prevents food residue accumulation. Discussed with PIC to increase the cleaning frequency of ice machine.

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 milk in reach-in cooler without an open date in the front food service area. CA: A TCS food held more than 24 hours shall be cleary marked to indicate the date by which the food shall be consumed. Discussed with the PIC that an open date shall be marked on all TCS items.

11D - thermometers provided and accurate

Regulation: 511-6-1.05(3)(g) - food tmd, provided and accessible; appropriate tmd for measuring thin foods (pf)

3 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed in walk in freezer, reach-in freezer, and reach in coolers with no food temperature measuring device. CA: Food temperature measuring devices shall be provided and readily accessible for use in maintenance of food temperatures.

Apr 15, 2026

Routine

Score: 785 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 prep-top cooler 1 main kitchen lower cooler with temps for TCS foods (ranch dressing (52F), White American Cheese (51F), Yellow American Cheese (51F) overnight in main kitchen above 41F. Advised PIC all TCS foods shall be maintained at 41F or below. Advised PIC to remove all foods from prep top cooler and to discard all foods from prep top cooler and to discard all foods that are above 41F. Reach In Cooler 3 in front food service had dairy milk at 51F. Corrected on Sight.

2-2E - response procedures for vomiting & diarrheal events

Regulation: 511-6-1.03(6) - clean-up of vomiting and diarrheal events(pf)

4 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed no vomit fecal response procedures and disinfectants for employees to follow. Advised PIC that a food establishment shall have procedures for employees to follow when responding to a vomit or diarrheal events.

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 ice machine food contact surface panel stored as clean with buildup in back of kitchen. Advised PIC equipment food contact surfaces and utensils shall be clean at any time during the operations. Advised to increase the cleaning frequency of ice machine panel.

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 multiple units (prep top cooler 1 (54F) and prep top cooler 3 (not working) in disrepair with ambient temperatures above 41F. Advised PIC that equipment shall be maintained in a state of repair and condition that meets the requirements.

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 stains on ceiling in main kitchen, front-food service and back kitchen near walk in cooler/freezer. Advised PIC physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean.

Sep 30, 2025

Routine

Score: 845 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 food contact surface of ice machine panel stored as clean with balck residue. Advised PIC equipment food contact surfaces and utensils shall be clean at any time during the operations. Advised to increase the cleaning frequency of ice machine panel.

18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present

Regulation: 511-6-1.07(2)(k) - insect control devices (c)

3 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed portable fly traps stored on top of ice cream machine #1. Advised PIC that insect control devices shall be located so that it is not placed near food prep, clean equipment and utensils, and ware-wash areas. COS: PIC relocated portable fly trap.

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 3-compartment sink's faucet handle in disrepair with a leak. Advised PIC a plumbing system and hoses conveying water shall be contstructed and repaired with approved materials according to law. Advised to have the 3-compartment sink repaired.

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

Regulation: 511-6-1.05(6)(q)1&3 - good repair & calibration (c)

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: Yes

Observed multiple units (prep top cooler #3 (ambient 53F), RIF (ambient 68), RIC (ambient 68) is disrepair with ambient temperatures above 41F. Advised PIC that cold holding units shall be maintained and in good calibration with an ambient temperature of 41F or below. Advised to have units serviced.

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 ceiling tiles with staining and food splatter throughout kitchen. Advised PIC physical facilities shall be cleaned as necessary to keep them clean and by means that prevent contamination of food products. Advised to thoroughly clean ceiling tiles.

Mar 13, 2025

Routine

Score: 836 violations

2-2B - proper eating, tasting, drinking, or tobacco use

Regulation: 511-6-1.03(5)(k)1&2 - eating, drinking, or using tobacco (c)

4 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Observed food employee drink from a cup without a straw near the prep area. Advised PIC employees shall consume food only in approved designated areas separate from food preparation and serving areas, equipment or utensil areas and food storage areas. However, drinking from a single-service beverage cup with a secure lid and straw that is handles to prevent contamination of the employee's hands. COS: PIC had food employee place straw in cup.

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 food contact surfaces of the interior portion of the bulk ice machine stored as clean with severe residue. Also observed food contact surface of the interior portion of the microwave stored as clean with staining. Advised PIC that equipment and food contact surfaces of equipment shall be cleaned at a frequency and at any time during the operation when contamination can occur. Advised PIC to increase cleaning frequency of the bulk ice machine and the microwave.

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 leak at faucet portion of 3-compartment sink. Advised PIC a plumbing system and hoses conveying water shall be constructed and repaired with approved materials according to law. Advised PIC to have the 3-compartment sink repaired.

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

Regulation: 511-6-1.05(6)(q)1&3 - good repair & calibration (c)

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed reach in cooler near the fryer with an ambient temperature of 60 degrees F and in disrepair. Advised PIC that all equipment shall be in calibration and in good repair. Advised to have the unit serviced.

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 nonfood contact surfaces of the interior of the reach in cooler and interior of the walk-in cooler with residue. Also observed staining underneath shelving unit storing microwave. Advised PIC that all nonfood contact surfaces shall be cleaned in order to protect food and utensils from contamination. Advised PIC to thoroughly clean nonfood contact surfaces of the shelving unit, reach-in cooler, and walk-in cooler.

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 ceiling tiles with staining and food splatter throughout the kithen. Advised PIC the physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean and by methods that prevent contamination of food products. Advised PIC to thoroughly clean ceiling tiles.

Dec 20, 2024

Followup

Score: 736 violations

4-1A - food separated and protected

Regulation: 511-6-1.04(4)(n)1 - gloves, use limitation (single use gloves) (p)

9 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Observed employee roll up sleeves with gloves on and then proceed to place raw chicken tenders in fryer basket, proceeded to use soiled gloves. Advised PIC If used, single-use gloves shall be used for only one task such as working with ready-to-eat food or with raw animal food, used for no other purpose, and discarded when damaged or soiled, or when interruptions occur in the operation. COS: Had food employee cease prep, discard soiled gloves, and wash hands.

2-2E - response procedures for vomiting & diarrheal events

Regulation: 511-6-1.03(6) - clean-up of vomiting and diarrheal events(pf)

4 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: Yes

Observed no bleach on site at time of inspection. Advised PIC that procedures and materials used to respond to vomit/fecal events shall be on site at all times. CA: Advised PIC to obtain bleach/approved sanitizer from EPA List G.

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 interior of ice machine panel with debris and residue on food contact portion. Advised PIC equipment food-contact surfaces and utensils shall be cleaned: at a frequency specified by the manufacturer; or absent manufacturer specifications, at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil or mold.

12B - personal cleanliness

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

3 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Observed multiple employees with bracelets and/or watches engaging in food preparation. Advised PIC except for a plain ring such as a wedding band food employees may not wear jewelry including medical information jewelry on their arms and hands while preparing food. COS: Had food employees remove jewelry.

16B - plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

Regulation: 511-6-1.06(2)(a) - plumbing system, approved (p)

2 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed leak at faucet portion of 3-comaprtment sink. Advised PIC a plumbing system and hoses conveying water shall be constructed and repaired with approved materials according to law.

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 stains on ceiling and food splatter on wall nearest to oven pass-through unit. Advised PIC the physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean and by methods that prevent contamination of food products.

Sep 5, 2024

Routine

Score: 779 violations

2-2E - response procedures for vomiting & diarrheal events

4 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed inadequate supply of bleach in order to respond to vomit/fecal events. Advised PIC that procedures and materials used to respond to vomit/fecal events shall be on site at all times. CA: Advised PIC to obtain bleach/approved sanitizer from EPA List G.

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 food contact surface of microwave stored as clean with old food debris. Advised PIC equipment food contact surfaces and utensils shall be cleaned at any time during the operation where contamination may occur. CA: Advised PIC to increase cleaning frequency of microwave.

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 multiple bulk containers of seasonings and sauces not labeled with its common name. Advised PIC that all food products shall be labeled with its common name when removed from its original packaging. CA: Advised PIC to label all bulk containers.

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

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

3 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Observed multiple single-service cups of ranch dressing cooling tightly covered in the walk-in cooler. Advised PIC on proper cooling methods. COS: PIC removed lids from single-service cups of lids.

18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present

3 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed active roach activity during time of inspection. Advised PIC the presence insects, rodents, other pests shall be controlled to minimize their presence on the premises by: routinely inspecting the premises for evidence of pests. CA: Advised PIC to contact professional pest control and to have facility serviced.

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

Upon arrival, observed front service hand sink in disrepair without adequate hot and cold water supply under pressure. Advised PIC that the water source and system shall be of sufficient capacity to meet the peak water demands of the food service establishment. CA: Advised PIC to have front handwash sink repaired.

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

Upon arrival, observed front service hand sink in disrepair without adequate hot and cold water supply under pressure. Advised PIC that the water source and system shall be of sufficient capacity to meet the peak water demands of the food service establishment. CA: Advised PIC to have front handwash sink repaired.

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 nonfood contact surfaces of multiple storage racks stored as clean with severe debris and residue. Advised PIC that all nonfood contact surfaces shall be cleaned from the accumulation of dust debris and grease. CA: Advised PIC to thoroughly clean storage racks.

17D - adequate ventilation and lighting; designated areas used

Regulation: 511-6-1.07(4)(b) - designated areas for employee activity, located to prevent contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens, & single service articles (c)

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed multiple personal belongings stored next to the prep top cooler and on the cutting board. Advised PIC designated areas shall be created for all of employee's personal belongings. CA: Advised PIC to create a designated aea for all personal belongings.

Mar 19, 2024

Routine

Score: 872 violations

2-1B - hands clean and properly washed

Regulation: 511-6-1.03(5)(c) - when to wash (p)

9 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Observed employee prep burger while donning gloves without properly washing hands. Advised PIC food employees shall clean their hands and exposed portions of their arms immediately before engaging in food preparation including working with exposed food and before donning gloves to initiate a task that involves working with food. COS: PIC removed gloves and properly washed hands at the designated handwashing sink.

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 food contact surfaces of 2 microwaves and ice machine panel with residue and staining. Advised PIC equipment food-contact surfaces and utensils shall be cleaned at any time during the operation when contamination may have occurred. Advised PIC to increase the cleaning frequency of ice machine panel and 2 microwaves.

Nov 1, 2023

Routine

Score: 1000 violations
No violations recorded for this inspection.

May 16, 2023

Routine

Score: 1000 violations
No violations recorded for this inspection.