Bojangles
Last inspected: Mar 12, 2026
82
Score
Inspectors have visited Bojangles four times, with records going back to 2024. The latest inspection on file is from Mar 12, 2026. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.
Things are looking better lately, with recent visits averaging around two violations compared to roughly five violations earlier on.
Looking across the full record, “nonfood-contact surfaces clean” is the recurring theme, flagged three times.
That's lower than the typical Elberton restaurant, which scores around 88. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.
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Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 12, 2026
Followup
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
6-1A - proper cold holding temperatures
Inspector notes: On line cheese (sliced) not holding < or = 41F. Gaps in area around pans need to be closed and recommend lids on any empty bays. Manager stated that time stickers for hold time typically placed on sliced cheese. No sticker on cheese during inspection. Later sticker placed on cheese with start time of 10:56 a.m. with use by end of day. TPHC has max hold of 6 hours. No temperature log done for this morning at time of inspection. If cheese is to be a time as public health control item, then a plan will need to be in place with health department (written procedure), and procedure is to be followed. Otherwise, cold hold time/temp for safety food at < or = 41F. Repeat of category of cold holding. Discarded cheese to COS since time of product out of temperature was unknown. Consider ice baths...
15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: Wire racks (green) and fan guards in walk in cooler have visible residue and need to be cleaned so that residue does not spread and/or blow onto foods in unit. Repeat of category-not cleaned enough to prevent accumulations.
82
Oct 29, 2025
Routine
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.
View 5 violations
6-1A - proper cold holding temperatures
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Raw chicken that should have been cold holding in walk in cooler per PIC was in a pan at fry station at 63*F and had been left there by an employee (not time marked). PIC discarded chicken to COS since unknown what time employee left chicken there. Cold hold time/temperature for safety foods at < or = 41*F. Chicken should have been brought up, immediately breaded, and fried per PIC - not left out.
511-6-1.04(6)(f)
10D - food properly labeled; original container
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Expired dairy half gallons of buttermilk at biscuit station cooler with 10-23-25 (2) and 10-28-25 (1) use by/best by/sell by date. Use dairy products prior to expiration dates for safety of product. Discarded to COS.
511-6-1.04(8)(b)
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: QUAT- chemical sanitizer for manual sink operation shall have strength per manufacturer's directions (150-400 ppm) and no sanitizer on strip after PIC made sanitizer for 3 comp sink. Concentration for sanitizer buckets (checked 2) too low; none on strip. Keep sanitizer at strength recommended. PIC could not locate sanitizer to COS.
511-6-1.05(6)(n)
12C - wiping cloths: properly used and stored
Inspector notes: Wiping cloths found lying on cart with residue and one in HW at biscuit station. Cloths for wiping food spills from tableware shall be maintained dry, used for no other purpose, and for wiping counters/other equipment shall be held between uses in chemical sanitizer solution at proper concentration. PIC did not find sanitizer.
511-6-1.04(4)(m)
15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: Wire racks and fan guard in walk in cooler 2 needs to be cleaned (one with some RTE foods) not just chicken. Residue has formed on unit. Repeat of category of non food contact surfaces not cleaned enough to preclude accumulation.
511-6-1.05(7)(d)
61
Jun 21, 2024
Routine
5 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 5 violations
12B - personal cleanliness
Inspector notes: Observed front line, prep and drive thru staff without proper and effective hair restraints. Visor only not approved. Utilize effective hair restraints to physically restrain all hair by 6/26/24
511-6-1.03(5)(j)
12C - wiping cloths: properly used and stored
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed wet wipe cloths hanging on edge of sanitizing solution bucket. Ensure cloth is stored fully submerged in sanitizing solution. Corrected.
511-6-1.04(4)(m)
15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: Observed accumulations of grease, oils, dust, debris and flour on wire rack storage shelves, tops and sides of equipment and handles of controls and/or cooler doors. Clean at a frequency to prevent accumulations by 6/30/24
511-6-1.05(7)(d)
17B - garbage/refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
Inspector notes: Observed accumulations of grease, oils and debris on and around dumpsters. Clean or replace dumpsters and clean coral by 6/30/24
511-6-1.06(5)(q)
17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean
Inspector notes: Observed accumulation of grease and debris under equipment, storage shelves, drink box rack, and especially along base boards and corners. Clean ceiling of left WIC. Correct by 6/30/24.
511-6-1.07(5)(a)
78
Jan 29, 2024
Routine
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
15A - food and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, and used
Inspector notes: Icing in freezer dripping down on boxes of food.
511-6-1.05(6)(a)
15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: Grease and crust buildup on biscuit pans
511-6-1.05(7)(a)
15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: Grease build up beside biscuit oven
511-6-1.05(7)(d)
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Bojangles last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Bojangles on file is from Mar 12, 2026. The public record contains four inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Bojangles?
Across the inspection record, “nonfood-contact surfaces clean” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Bojangles.
How does Bojangles compare to other restaurants in Elberton?
Bojangles most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is lower than the Elberton average of 88.
Has Bojangles' inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Bojangles have averaged around two violations per visit, down from roughly five earlier in the record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Bojangles 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 Bojangles inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Bojangles is inspected around two times per year on average.
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