3 Squares Diner

741 Forrester Dr, Dawson, GA 39842
American
License: Food Service
Last inspected: Jan 5, 2026
100
Score
Low Risk

3 Squares Diner has been inspected five times since 2024. The most recent visit was on Jan 5, 2026. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.

Things are looking better lately, with recent visits averaging around zero violations compared to roughly three violations earlier on.

The pattern that stands out is “food-contact surfaces”, which has been cited two times.

Restaurants in Dawson average 96, so 3 Squares Diner is doing better than most peers. Taken together, the history is a positive one.

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Inspections
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Critical latest
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Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 5, 2026
Routine
No violations found.
100
Jul 7, 2025
Routine
2 major violations. 1 minor violation. 1 corrected on site.
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2-2E - response procedures for vomiting & diarrheal events
Inspector notes: Procedures for cleanup activities for vomiting/diarrheal events not provided at time of inspection.
511-6-1.03(6)
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed employee washing utensils in 3-comp sink with no sanitizer step/setup. Manager corrected violation by setting up sink properly with proper concentration of sanitizer and rewashing utensils.
511-6-1.05(6)(n)
13A - posted: permit/inspection/choking poster/handwashing
Inspector notes: Food service permit not posted/displayed to public at time of inspection.
511-6-1.02(1)(f)(1)
78
Jan 6, 2025
Routine
2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
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15B - warewashing facilities: installed, maintained, used; test strips
Inspector notes: Improper test device (strips) provided for testing quat ammonia sanitizer concentration.
511-6-1.05(3)(h)
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: No sanitizer provided for ware washing in 3-comp sink.
511-6-1.05(6)(n)
13A - posted: permit/inspection/choking poster/handwashing
Inspector notes: Inspection report not properly displayed for customer viewing.
511-6-1.02(1)(d)
78
Jul 18, 2024
Routine
1 minor violation. 1 corrected on site.
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4-2A - food stored covered (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed bag of food stored uncovered on storage shelf. Manager corrected violation by covering food item.
511-6-1.04(4)(c)
95
Jan 16, 2024
Routine
1 major violation. 1 minor violation. 1 corrected on site.
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12D - washing fruits and vegetables (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed vegetable prep sink being used to prepare raw chicken. Manager corrected violation by removing chicken from sink, and wash, rinsing, sanitizing the sink.
511-6-1.04(4)(g)
13A - posted: permit/inspection/choking poster/handwashing
Inspector notes: Permit not properly displayed for customer viewing.
511-6-1.02(1)(f)(1)
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was 3 Squares Diner last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at 3 Squares Diner on file is from Jan 5, 2026. The public record contains five inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at 3 Squares Diner?

Across the inspection record, “food-contact surfaces” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at 3 Squares Diner.

How does 3 Squares Diner compare to other restaurants in Dawson?

3 Squares Diner most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Dawson average of 96.

Has 3 Squares Diner's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at 3 Squares Diner have averaged around zero violations per visit, down from roughly three earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at 3 Squares Diner means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.

How often is 3 Squares Diner inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, 3 Squares Diner is inspected around three times per year on average.