Checkers

81 Northside Dr., Statesboro, GA 30458

American

License: Food Service

Last inspected: Mar 31, 2026

Score

Low Risk

Checkers appears in inspection records six times, starting in 2024. On Mar 31, 2026, the health department conducted the most recent visit. When a facility lands in the low risk tier, it usually means nothing alarming showed up at the most recent visit.

Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around two violations each.

“Food-contact surfaces” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing two times across the record.

The city-wide average for Statesboro sits at 85, putting Checkers on the better side of that line. There isn't much in the file that would give a customer pause.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Mar 31, 2026

Routine

1 major violation.

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4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized

Inspector notes: Observed grime build up on soda nozzles. Observed microwave ceiling with build-up & rust; unit is not in good repair. CA: Clean and sanitize soda nozzles & replace microwave.

511-6-1.05(7)(a)

Aug 11, 2025

Routine

1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.

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8-2B - toxic substances properly identified, stored, used

Inspector notes: Observed chemicals stored at HWS & not in chemical storage. CA: Store chemical in chemical storage when not in use.

511-6-1.07(6)(c)

2-2D - adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible

Inspector notes: observed utensils stored in hand washing sink. Observed chemicals hanging from hand washing sink. CA: HWS shall only be used for hand washing. Do not store items at HWS.

511-6-1.06(2)(o)

15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean

Inspector notes: Observed build-up in microwave

511-6-1.05(7)(a)

17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean

Inspector notes: Observed mop improperly drying in utility sink basin.

511-6-1.07(5)(f)

17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean

Inspector notes: Observed A/C unit/ vent leaking & dripping water onto the floor.

511-6-1.07(2)(a)

Jan 8, 2025

Routine

2 major violations. 2 corrected on site.

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2-2D - adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed hand washing station without paper towels. COS: PIC replaced

511-6-1.07(3)(b)

6-2 - proper date marking and disposition (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed foods in the WIC without a label/ date marking. COS: Foods discarded

511-6-1.04(6)(g)

Jul 23, 2024

Routine

2 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.

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18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present

Inspector notes: Observe fly throughout facility. CA: The presence of insects, rodents, and other pests shall be controlled to minimize their presence on the premises

511-6-1.07(5)(k)

17D - adequate ventilation and lighting; designated areas used (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed multiple employee items stored throughout the kitchen and storage areas next to and above facility products. CA: Designate areas for employee activity located so that food, equipment, linens, and single-service and single-use articles are protected from contamination. COS: PIC properly stored employee items to prevent contamination.

511-6-1.07(4)(b)

Jan 17, 2024

Routine

1 major violation. 1 corrected on site.

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15B - warewashing facilities: installed, maintained, used; test strips (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed sanitizing buckets being stored directly on floor. COS: PIC removed buckets from floor.

511-6-1.05(3)(h)

Jan 8, 2024

Routine

1 minor violation.

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2-2B - proper eating, tasting, drinking, or tobacco use

Inspector notes: Observed employee drinking in food prep area. CA: Employees shall consume food only in approved designated areas separate from food preparation and serving areas, equipment or utensil areas and food storage areas. However, drinking from a single service beverage cup with a secure lid and straw that is handled to prevent contamination of the employee’s hands, the container, exposed food, clean equipment, utensils and linens, unwrapped single-service and single-use articles will be allowed.

511-6-1.03(5)(k)

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Checkers last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Checkers on file is from Mar 31, 2026. The public record contains six inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Checkers?

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

How does Checkers compare to other restaurants in Statesboro?

Checkers most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is higher than the Statesboro average of 85.

Has Checkers' inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Checkers have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Checkers 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 Checkers inspected?

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

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