Checker's #626
Last inspected: Dec 29, 2025
67
Score
Checker's #626 appears in inspection records three times, starting in 2024. The most recent report on file is from Dec 29, 2025. Diners should read medium risk as a signal that some issues exist but aren't extreme.
The trend has not been favorable: recent inspections average around seven violations each, up from closer to four violations before.
The pattern that stands out is “nonfood-contact surfaces clean”, which has been cited two times.
By comparison, the average East Point facility scores 81, putting Checker's #626 on the weaker side. The inspection history reads as standard for a restaurant of this size.
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Inspections
0
Critical latest
1
Major latest
6
Minor latest
Inspection History
Dec 29, 2025
Routine
1 major violation. 6 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 7 violations
12D - washing fruits and vegetables
Inspector notes: Observed fruit and vegetable being washed and sliced in the 4 compartment dish sink. CA: Advised manager to wash fruit and vegetables in the prep sink immediately.
511-6-1.04(4)(g)
15A - food and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, and used
Inspector notes: Observed Hood filters on grill not equipped with a drip tray. CA: Advised manager to obtain a drip tray for the hood filters within 30 days.
511-6-1.05(1)(a)
15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: Observed black soiled residue build-up on the lid of the reach in chest freezer next to service line. CA: Advised manager to clean the lid surface of the chest freezer immediately.
511-6-1.05(7)(a)
16B - plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: Observed leaking pipe at the faucet of the 4 compartment dish washing sink. CA: Manager shall have leak repaired within 30 days.
511-6-1.06(2)(r)
17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean
Inspector notes: Ceiling not smooth and easily cleanable due to the peeling paint on ceilings above the prep line. CA: Advised manager to have peeling paint removed on ceilings within 30 days.
511-6-1.07(2)(a)
12C - wiping cloths: properly used and stored
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Wiping cloth quaternary ammonium compound sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. COS: Manager discarded the solution and refilled sanitized buckets with the proper sanitizing levels.
511-6-1.04(4)(m)
13A - posted: permit/inspection/choking poster/handwashing
Inspector notes: Observed the most current inspection report is not prominently displayed in public view, within 15 feet of the front or primary public door and between five feet and seven feet from the floor or in an area where it can be read at a distance of one foot away. CA: Manager shall display inspection report in all three windows, (in public view of both drive through windows and the walk up window.
511-6-1.02(1)(d)
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Oct 22, 2024
Routine
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
2-2D - adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible
Inspector notes: Observed hand sink by the 3 compartment sink not stable and off the wall. 511-6-1.06(2)(o) - Using a Handwashing Sink- Operation & maintenance (Pf) (o) Using a Handwashing Sink. 1. A handwashing sink shall be maintained so that it is accessible at all times for employee use. Pf 2. A handwashing facility may not be used for purposes other than handwashing. Pf 3. An automatic handwashing facility shall be used in accordance with manufacturer’s instructions. PIC advised to fix and maintain clean.
511-6-1.06(2)(o)
15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: Observed nonfood contact surfaces in the main kitchen unclean, equipment. Observed the shelves in the WIC unclean. CA- all nonfood contact surfaces of equipment shall be kept clean and free of debris. 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) 2. The food-contact surfaces of cooking equipment and pans shall be kept free of encrusted grease deposits and other soil accumulations. 3. Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be kept free of an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris.
511-6-1.05(7)(d)
17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean
Inspector notes: Observed cracked tiles in main kitchen, some with standing water. Observed broken doors. Physical facility shall be maintained in good repair. PIC instructed to fix within 10 days.
511-6-1.07(5)(a)
18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present
Inspector notes: Observed a couple of flies in the main kitchen. CA- pest shall be controlled.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.
511-6-1.07(5)(k)
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Apr 30, 2024
Routine
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
15A - food and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, and used
Inspector notes: Observed door of WIC coming off when you pull the handle. CA: informed PIC that equipment shall remain in good repair at all times.
511-6-1.05(6)(a)
15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: Observed nonfood contact surfaces in the main kitchen unclean, equipment. Observed the shelves in the WIC unclean. CA- all nonfood contact surfaces of equipment shall be kept clean and free of debris. 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) 2. The food-contact surfaces of cooking equipment and pans shall be kept free of encrusted grease deposits and other soil accumulations. 3. Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be kept free of an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris.
511-6-1.05(7)(a)
17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean
Inspector notes: Observed cracked tiles in main kitchen, some with standing water. CA: physical facility shall be maintained in good repair.
511-6-1.07(5)(a)
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Checker's #626 last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Checker's #626 on file is from Dec 29, 2025. The public record contains three inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Checker's #626?
Across the inspection record, “nonfood-contact surfaces clean” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Checker's #626.
How does Checker's #626 compare to other restaurants in East Point?
Checker's #626 most recently scored 67 out of 100, which is lower than the East Point average of 81.
Has Checker's #626's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Checker's #626 have averaged around seven violations per visit, up from roughly four earlier in the record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Checker's #626 means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.
How often is Checker's #626 inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Checker's #626 is inspected around two times per year on average.
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