MCDONOUGH, Henry County

Cheddar's

1965 JONESBORO RD MCDONOUGH, GA 30253

Food

Latest score

Mar 25, 2026

City

MCDONOUGH

County

Henry

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.

Mar 25, 2026

Routine

Score: 852 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: YesRepeat: Yes

6-1A.Observed TCS food cold held at temperature above 41 degrees Fahrenheit.The manager discarded all product.

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

Regulation: 511-6-1.05(7)(a)1 - equipment, food-contact surfaces,& utensils (pf)

4 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

4-2B.Observed no sanitizer being used to clean food contact surfaces. The manager corrected during the inspection.

Nov 14, 2025

Routine

Score: 852 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: YesRepeat: Yes

6-1A. Observed TCS food cold held at temperature above 41 degrees Fahrenheit. The manager discarded the food items during the inspection.

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

Regulation: 511-6-1.05(6)(n) - manual and mechanical warewashing equipment, chemical sanitization-temperature, ph, concentration, hardness (p,pf)

4 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

4-2B. Observed no sanitizer being used for the low temperature mechanical dishwasher located in the bar. Discontinue use until repaired and use three-compartment bar sink.

Aug 1, 2025

Routine

Score: 815 violations

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6-1A - proper cold holding temperatures

9 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: Yes

6-1A.Observed TCS food products being cold held at temperature greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. The manager discarded all product during the inspection.

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

4 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

16B - plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

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

2 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

16B.observed leaking beverage line at the bar.

15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean

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

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

15C.Storing tables near the prep cooler needs cleaning or replacing.

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

17D.The hood and filter system needs cleaning due to accumulated and dripping grease.

Apr 8, 2025

Routine

Score: 836 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: YesRepeat: No

6-1A. Observed TCS food products being cold held at temperature greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. The manager discarded products.

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

Regulation: 511-6-1.05(7)(a)1 - equipment, food-contact surfaces,& utensils (pf)

4 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

4-2B.Observed interior surfaces of the reach in cooler in need of cleaning.

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

Regulation: 511-6-1.05(7)(a)1 - equipment, food-contact surfaces,& utensils (pf)

4 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

4-2B. Observed discolored mold-like substance on the interior surfaces of the ice machine.

16B - plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

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

2 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

16D. Observed several floor drains in need of cleaning due to accumulated trash and food waste.

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: Yes

17B. Cleaning needed around the garbage dumpster area due trash debris and grease on ground.

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

17C. Floors in need of cleaning inside the walk in freezer.

Jan 29, 2025

Routine

Score: 896 violations

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

Regulation: 511-6-1.05(6)(n) - manual and mechanical warewashing equipment, chemical sanitization-temperature, ph, concentration, hardness (p,pf)

4 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

4-2B. Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at the proper minimum strength . Advised to discontinue use until repaired. Advised to use three-compartment sink.

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

4 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: Yes

4-2B. Mechanical dish machine not functioning proper.Use discontinued.

16B - plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

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

2 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

16B.Observed water overflowing from floor drain at the three-compartment sink.

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

15A. Observed condensation liquid dripping from the compressor inside the walk in cooler.

17B - garbage/refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: Yes

17B. Observed accumulated grease on ground near the dumpsters and grease receptacle.

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

17C. Floors in need of cleaning inside the walk in freezer,

Sep 12, 2024

Routine

Score: 876 violations

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

Regulation: 511-6-1.05(7)(a)1 - equipment, food-contact surfaces,& utensils (pf)

4 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: Yes

4-2B. Observed dark colored mold-like substance on the interior surfaces of ice machine. clean interior surfaces to sight and touch.

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

Regulation: 511-6-1.05(6)(m) - mechanical warewashing, sanitization pressure(c)

4 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

4-2B. Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use until repaired. Please use the three compartment sink.

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

10D. observed bulk food containers not identified with common name or label for food item.

12C - wiping cloths: properly used and stored

Regulation: 511-6-1.04(4)(m) - wiping cloths, use limitation (c)

3 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

12C. observed wet wiping cloths not stored in sanitizing solution between use,

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

17B.Observed accumulated grease on ground near the grease receptable.

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

17C. Floors and walls in kitchen need cleaning giving special attention to areas near walk in cooler.

May 21, 2024

Routine

Score: 805 violations

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6-1C - proper cooling time and temperature

9 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

6-1C. Observed prepared TCS food products not cooled within the required time from 70 degrees F to 41 degrees F within 4 hours. Manager reheated product to 168 degrees and 175 degrees F.

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

Regulation: 511-6-1.05(6)(n) - manual and mechanical warewashing equipment, chemical sanitization-temperature, ph, concentration, hardness (p,pf)

4 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

4-2B. Observed mechanical low temperature dishwasher not providing sanitizer when in operation. The manager advised to use the 3 compartment sink for the final step for sanitizing utensils until dish machine is repaired.

9-2 - compliance with variance, specialized process and haccp plan

Regulation: 511-6-1.10(5)(c) - conformance with approved procedures (p, pf)

4 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

9-2 Manager lacking required HACCP information and records are not up to date. The manager made corrections to logs during the inspection.

16B - plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

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

2 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

16B. Observed floors in the kitchen in need of cleaning due to accumulated food debris.

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

17D.The hood and filter system above the grill and deep fryer station need cleaning due accumulated grease dripping from hood frame.

Dec 20, 2023

Routine

Score: 863 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: YesRepeat: No

6-1A. Observed TCS food items being cold held at temperature above 41 degrees fahrenheit. The manager discarded the food product during the inspection.

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

Regulation: 511-6-1.05(6)(m) - mechanical warewashing, sanitization pressure(c)

4 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

4-2B. Observed mechanical low temperature dishwasher not providing chemical sanitizer when operating. Manager advised to discontinue using until repair. Instructed to 3 compartment sink.

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

15C. Observed exterior surfaces of equipment in need of cleaning such as frame of beverage fountain, and chicken warmer unit due to build up of grease and dust.

Jun 27, 2023

Routine

Score: 855 violations

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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: Yes

2-2D. Observed employee drinking in a non-designated area of the food establishment. The manager corrected during the inspection.

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

Regulation: 511-6-1.05(7)(a)1 - equipment, food-contact surfaces,& utensils (pf)

4 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

4-2B. Observed clean utensils stored on soiled drain board with old food debris. The manager corrected during the inspection by cleaning and sanitizing the drain board.

12C - wiping cloths: properly used and stored

Regulation: 511-6-1.04(4)(m) - wiping cloths, use limitation (c)

3 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

12C. Observed wet wiping cloths being stored in the hand wash sink between use.

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

17C. Observed cleaning needed in area around the dumpster due to accumulated grease, soil and garbage on ground.

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

17C. Observed broken floor tile in the kitchen. Also, floors in the kitchen and walk in cooler needs cleaning.