Chick-Fil-A Pinecrest
Last inspected: Jan 16, 2026
86
Score
Across the available record, Chick-Fil-A Pinecrest has six inspections on file, the first dated 2024. On Jan 16, 2026, the health department conducted the most recent visit. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.
There hasn't been much movement either way: counts have stayed near six violations per visit across recent inspections.
“Dishmachine not sanitizing” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing two times across the record.
The city-wide average for Pinecrest sits at 55, putting Chick-Fil-A Pinecrest on the better side of that line. Taken together, the history is a positive one.
6
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 16, 2026
Complaint Full
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. Observed outside of walk in cooler. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-01-16: **Time Extended**
36-03-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed interior cooler soiled next to batter station. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-01-16: **Time Extended**
22-16-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed dust accumulation on wall where to go orders are taken out. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-01-16: **Time Extended**
36-27-5
86
Jan 15, 2026
Complaint Full
3 critical violations. 4 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Dishmachine not sanitizing properly. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed high temp dish machine not functioning. As per operator; waiting for work order to be completed. **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
22-49-4
High Priority - Employee touched face/hair and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed employee rub face with arm and begin to continue work at fryer. Inspector and operator stepped in and coached employee. Employee removed gloves and washed hands. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
12A-25-4
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed sanitizer spray stored on table above single service utensils. Operator removed during inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
41-10-4
Basic - Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. Observed outside of walk in cooler. **Warning**
36-03-4
Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed across dish machine area. Observed inside of walk in cooler. **Warning**
36-22-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed interior cooler soiled next to batter station. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
22-16-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed dust accumulation on wall where to go orders are taken out. **Warning**
36-27-5
52
Jan 9, 2026
Routine - Food
4 critical violations. 4 minor violations.
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High Priority - Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Observed 3 del monte mandarin orange cans with dents. **Warning**
01B-01-4
High Priority - Dishmachine not sanitizing properly. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed high temp Dish Machine not functioning. As per operator, technician is coming how to repair electrical wiring. **Warning**
22-49-4
High Priority - Metal stem-type thermometer soiled. Observed on cooler; soiled thermometer. **Warning**
22-12-5
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed sanitizer spray stored on counter above utensils in drive thru area. Operator removed during inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
41-10-4
Basic - Open dumpster lid. Observed dumpster lid open. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
33-16-4
Basic - Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Observed can of Red Bull in walk in cooler on shelf. Operator removed during inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
12B-13-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed in reach in next to batter station. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
22-16-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. **Warning**
36-27-5
45
Aug 15, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 10 minor violations.
View 11 violations
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Observed no breaker for splitter.
29-42-4
Basic - Missing drain plug at dumpster. Observed no plug at dumpster.
33-11-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed soiled shelves in cooler across fryers. **Repeat Violation**
22-16-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed next to take out window behind hand sink.
36-27-5
Basic - Worn, torn and/or soiled floors/carpeting. Observed at back door exit; broken tiles. As per operator; work order is in place. **Corrective Action Taken**
36-10-4
Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
16-21-4
Basic - Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. Observed outside walk in freezer. As per operator; work order is in place **Corrective Action Taken**
36-03-4
Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed in walk in cooler; operator began mopping water up. **Corrective Action Taken**
36-22-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed under fryers; heavily soiled.
36-73-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed in walk in cooler cheese on floor; operator picked up during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
Basic - Garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster. Observed paper trash and cardboard on floor. **Repeat Violation**
33-19-4
52
Jan 27, 2025
Complaint Full
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed liquid egg whites (49F - Cold Holding) as per manager for 3 hours. Operator placed egg whites in ice bath for cooling. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Observed employee handle trash can and then put on gloves to prepare food without washing hands. Manager coached employee on proper hand washing procedures.
12A-07-5
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed rear handwashing sink next to back exit door blocked by bread trays. Operator moved trays and cleared sink. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
Basic - Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. Observed at cook line floors soiled with gloves and discarded near trash cans. Operator began cleaning during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
36-01-4
Basic - Garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster. Observed discarded cups, bags and other trash in dumpster pad area. Operator cleaned dumpster areas during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
33-19-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed chicken residue at bottom of standing reach in cooler at rear of kitchen. Employee began cleaning during inspection. **Corrective Action Taken**
22-16-4
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed at rear cook line area box of sandwich boxes stored on floor. Operator removed and stored on top shelf. **Corrected On-Site**
25-05-4
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed at back exit door.
42-01-4
52
Dec 4, 2024
Food-Licensing Inspection
No violations found.
100
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Chick-Fil-A Pinecrest last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Chick-Fil-A Pinecrest on file is from Jan 16, 2026. The public record contains six inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Chick-Fil-A Pinecrest?
Across the inspection record, “dishmachine not sanitizing” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Chick-Fil-A Pinecrest.
How does Chick-Fil-A Pinecrest compare to other restaurants in Pinecrest?
Chick-Fil-A Pinecrest most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is higher than the Pinecrest average of 55.
Has Chick-Fil-A Pinecrest's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Chick-Fil-A Pinecrest have averaged around six violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Chick-Fil-A Pinecrest means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.
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