CHECKERS DRIVE-IN RESTAURANT #850 received a U, scoring 61 out of 100, in a DeKalb County food-service inspection on Jul 29, 2026. The official report lists 12 findings. [1]
The inspector observed food handler touch raw beef patties with gloved hands and put the patties on grill to cook. [2]
The inspector also observed the only hand sink in the facility with no hand soap at the time of inspection. [3]
A separate finding described damage ice machine in use with black slime in the interior of ice machine. [4]
The report marks four findings as corrected on site. Two findings are marked as repeat violations. [5]
Showing 12 of 12 findings
observed food handler touch raw beef patties with gloved hands and put the patties on grill to cook. Employee removed gloves and continued touching bags with ready to eat food and handling ready to eat food by pulling out drawers of cooked chicken and transferring them to another hot holding unit without washing hands.
Code 511-6-1.03(5)(c)
observed food handler touch raw beef patties with gloved hands and put the patties on grill to cook. Employee removed gloves and continued touching bags with ready to eat food and handling ready to eat food by pulling out drawers of cooked chicken and transferring them to another hot holding unit without washing hands. CA: . Food employees shall clean their hands and exposed portions of their arms immediately before engaging in food preparation including working with exposed food, clean equipment and utensils, and unwrapped single-service and single-use articles P and When switching between working with raw food and working with ready-to-eat food. COS- employee washed hands. Corrected On-Site. New Violation.Official report · Item 2-1B ↗
Observed the only hand sink in the facility with no hand soap at the time of inspection. CA: Handwashing Cleanser, Availability.
Code 511-6-1.07(3)(a)
Observed the only hand sink in the facility with no hand soap at the time of inspection. CA: Handwashing Cleanser, Availability. Each handwashing sink or group of two adjacent handwashing sinks shall be provided with a supply of hand cleaning liquid, powder, or bar soap. COS- PIC provided hand soap at the hand sink. Corrected On-Site. New Violation.Official report · Item 2-2D ↗
Observed damage ice machine in use with black slime in the interior of ice machine. CA: All equipment shall be in good repair.
Code 511-6-1.05(7)(a)1
Observed damage ice machine in use with black slime in the interior of ice machine. CA: All equipment shall be in good repair. All food contact surface shall be cleaned regularly and by sight and touch to prevent buildup. COS- PIC started to melt ice. Discussed with PIC to not use ice machine until the equipment is in good repair or replaced. Repeat Violation.Official report · Item 4-2B ↗
Observed TCS food cold holding in WIC above 41F. See * on inspection report.
Code 511-6-1.04(6)(f)
Observed TCS food cold holding in WIC above 41F. See * on inspection report. CA: TCS foods shall cold hold at 41F of below. COS- PIC voluntarily discarded food. Corrected On-Site. Repeat Violation.Official report · Item 6-1A ↗
Observed 2 live gnats and 1 dead gnat in the interior surface of the ice machine. COS- PIC started to melt ice.
Code 511-6-1.04(4)(z)
Observed 2 live gnats and 1 dead gnat in the interior surface of the ice machine. COS- PIC started to melt ice. Discussed with PIC to not use ice machine until its washed, rinsed and sanitized and in good repair. Corrected On-Site. New Violation.Official report · Item 12A ↗
Observed food handler handing food with hand and wrist jewelry. CA: Jewelry.
Code 511-6-1.03(5)(g)
Observed food handler handing food with hand and wrist jewelry. CA: Jewelry. 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. New Violation.Official report · Item 12B ↗
Observed several pans stacked wet. CA: All dishes shall air dry completely before stacking.
Code 511-6-1.05(10)(a)
Observed several pans stacked wet. CA: All dishes shall air dry completely before stacking. New Violation.Official report · Item 14B ↗
Observed 2 boxes on single used items stored directly on the ground. CA: Equipment, Utensils, Linens, and Single-Service and Single-Use Articles.
Code 511-6-1.05(10)(e)1&3
Observed 2 boxes on single used items stored directly on the ground. CA: Equipment, Utensils, Linens, and Single-Service and Single-Use Articles. 1. Except as specified in paragraph 4 of this subsection, cleaned equipment and utensils, laundered linens, and single-service and single-use articles shall be stored: (i) In a clean, dry location; (ii) Where they are not exposed to splash, dust, or other contamination; and (iii) At least 6 inches (15 centimeters) above the floor. 3. 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. New Violation.Official report · Item 14C ↗
Observed shelves in walk in cooler starting to rust/ rusted. CA: All surfaces shall be smooth, durable and easily cleanable.
Code 511-6-1.05(7)(d)
Observed shelves in walk in cooler starting to rust/ rusted. CA: All surfaces shall be smooth, durable and easily cleanable. New Violation.Official report · Item 15C ↗
Observed interior of the bottom of the prep top cooler with heavy accumulation of food debris. Observed warmer drawers not in use with heavy accumulation of food and grease build up.
Code 511-6-1.05(7)(a)2,3
Observed interior of the bottom of the prep top cooler with heavy accumulation of food debris. Observed warmer drawers not in use with heavy accumulation of food and grease build up. CA: Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be kept free of an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris. New Violation.Official report · Item 15C ↗
Observed holes in wall in main kitchen. Observed floors unclean with accumulation of grease and food residue behind and under cooking equipment and coolers.
Code 511-6-1.07(5)(a),(b)
Observed holes in wall in main kitchen. Observed floors unclean with accumulation of grease and food residue behind and under cooking equipment and coolers. Observed stains on walls. Observed WIC walls with black stains CA: Good Repair. All physical facilities shall be maintained in good repair. (b) Cleaning, Frequency and Restrictions. 1. The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean and by methods that prevent contamination of food products. 2. Except for cleaning that is necessary due to a spill or other accident, cleaning shall be done during periods when the least amount of food is exposed, such as after closing. 3. If present, playground equipment and associated areas shall be maintained in a clean and sanitary condition. In addition, a cleaning and sanitizing plan along with cleaning and sanitizing records for playground equipment and associated areas shall be maintained within the food service establishment for review upon request by the Health Authority. Further, such cleaning and sanitizing plan for employees to follow in the event of encountering vomitus or fecal matter shall be included and submitted at the time of permit application as specified in DPH Rule 511-6-1-.02(1)(c). Pf New Violation.Official report · Item 17C ↗
Observed door and serving window that not in use opened at the time of inspection. Observed 6 flies in the main kitchen at the time of inspection.
Code 511-6-1.07(5)(k)
Observed door and serving window that not in use opened at the time of inspection. Observed 6 flies in the main kitchen at the time of inspection. Observed 3 gnat in the interior of ice machine. Observed 5 live gnats in the main kitchen at the time of inspection. Observed several dead gnats on wall near walk in cooler at the time of inspection. CA: 511-6-1.07(5)(k) - Controlling Pests (Pf, C) (k) Controlling Pests. The presence of insects, rodents, and other pests shall be controlled to minimize their presence on the premises by: 1. Routinely inspecting incoming shipments of food and supplies; 2. Routinely inspecting the premises for evidence of pests; 3. Using methods, if pests are found, such as trapping devices or other means of pest control as specified under subsections (6)(e), (6)(m), and (6)(n) of this Rule; Pf and 4. Eliminating harborage conditions. New Violation.Official report · Item 18 ↗
Correction and repeat labels quote the report. An absent label leaves correction status unknown; a deadline does not confirm a correction.
DeKalb County · Jul 29, 2026
02 / Same facility ↗Official inspection historyInspection 57544066 · Facility 12293897
03 / How scoring works ↗Georgia’s food-service rulesScores and findings describe the dated inspection, not current operating conditions. A correction deadline does not establish whether an issue remained unresolved afterward.
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