Cheddar's
Last inspected: Mar 25, 2026
78
Score
Going back to 2024, Cheddar's has seven inspections in the public record. Inspectors last stopped by on Mar 25, 2026. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.
Recent inspections have found fewer violations than earlier ones, averaging around three violations lately and about six violations before that.
Across the inspection history, “food-contact surfaces” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded four times.
That falls roughly in the middle of the pack for Mcdonough restaurants. The record reflects steady performance over time.
7
Inspections
1
Critical latest
1
Major latest
0
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 25, 2026
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 2 corrected on site.
View 2 violations
6-1A - proper cold holding temperatures
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: 6-1A.Observed TCS food cold held at temperature above 41 degrees Fahrenheit.The manager discarded all product.
511-6-1.04(6)(f)
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: 4-2B.Observed no sanitizer being used to clean food contact surfaces. The manager corrected during the inspection.
511-6-1.05(7)(a)
78
Nov 14, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 corrected on site.
View 2 violations
6-1A - proper cold holding temperatures
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: 6-1A. Observed TCS food cold held at temperature above 41 degrees Fahrenheit. The manager discarded the food items during the inspection.
511-6-1.04(6)(f)
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: 4-2B. Observed no sanitizer being used for the low temperature mechanical dishwasher located in the bar. Discontinue use until repaired and use three-compartment bar sink.
511-6-1.05(6)(n)
78
Aug 1, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 5 violations
6-1A - proper cold holding temperatures
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: 6-1A.Observed TCS food products being cold held at temperature greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. The manager discarded all product during the inspection.
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: -
15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: 15C.Storing tables near the prep cooler needs cleaning or replacing.
511-6-1.05(7)(d)
17D - adequate ventilation and lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: 17D.The hood and filter system needs cleaning due to accumulated and dripping grease.
511-6-1.05(2)(n)
16B - plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: 16B.observed leaking beverage line at the bar.
511-6-1.06(2)(r)
67
Apr 8, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 3 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 6 violations
6-1A - proper cold holding temperatures
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: 6-1A. Observed TCS food products being cold held at temperature greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. The manager discarded products.
511-6-1.04(6)(f)
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: 4-2B.Observed interior surfaces of the reach in cooler in need of cleaning.
511-6-1.05(7)(a)
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: 4-2B. Observed discolored mold-like substance on the interior surfaces of the ice machine.
511-6-1.05(7)(a)
16B - plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: 16D. Observed several floor drains in need of cleaning due to accumulated trash and food waste.
511-6-1.06(2)(r)
17B - garbage/refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
Inspector notes: 17B. Cleaning needed around the garbage dumpster area due trash debris and grease on ground.
511-6-1.06(5)(o)
17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean
Inspector notes: 17C. Floors in need of cleaning inside the walk in freezer.
511-6-1.07(5)(a)
61
Jan 29, 2025
Routine
2 major violations. 4 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 6 violations
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: 4-2B. Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at the proper minimum strength . Advised to discontinue use until repaired. Advised to use three-compartment sink.
511-6-1.05(6)(n)
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: 4-2B. Mechanical dish machine not functioning proper.Use discontinued.
15A - food and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, and used
Inspector notes: 15A. Observed condensation liquid dripping from the compressor inside the walk in cooler.
511-6-1.05(6)(a)
16B - plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: 16B.Observed water overflowing from floor drain at the three-compartment sink.
511-6-1.06(2)(r)
17B - garbage/refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
Inspector notes: 17B. Observed accumulated grease on ground near the dumpsters and grease receptacle.
17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean
Inspector notes: 17C. Floors in need of cleaning inside the walk in freezer,
511-6-1.07(5)(a)
67
Sep 12, 2024
Routine
1 major violation. 5 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 6 violations
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: 4-2B. Observed dark colored mold-like substance on the interior surfaces of ice machine. clean interior surfaces to sight and touch.
511-6-1.05(7)(a)
17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean
Inspector notes: 17C. Floors and walls in kitchen need cleaning giving special attention to areas near walk in cooler.
511-6-1.07(5)(a)
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: 4-2B. Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use until repaired. Please use the three compartment sink.
511-6-1.05(6)(m)
10D - food properly labeled; original container
Inspector notes: 10D. observed bulk food containers not identified with common name or label for food item.
511-6-1.04(4)(d)
12C - wiping cloths: properly used and stored
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: 12C. observed wet wiping cloths not stored in sanitizing solution between use,
511-6-1.04(4)(m)
17B - garbage/refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
Inspector notes: 17B.Observed accumulated grease on ground near the grease receptable.
511-6-1.06(5)(o)
70
May 21, 2024
Routine
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations. 3 corrected on site.
View 5 violations
6-1C - proper cooling time and temperature
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: 6-1C. Observed prepared TCS food products not cooled within the required time from 70 degrees F to 41 degrees F within 4 hours. Manager reheated product to 168 degrees and 175 degrees F.
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: 4-2B. Observed mechanical low temperature dishwasher not providing sanitizer when in operation. The manager advised to use the 3 compartment sink for the final step for sanitizing utensils until dish machine is repaired.
511-6-1.05(6)(n)
9-2 - compliance with variance, specialized process and haccp plan
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: 9-2 Manager lacking required HACCP information and records are not up to date. The manager made corrections to logs during the inspection.
511-6-1.10(5)(c)
16B - plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: 16B. Observed floors in the kitchen in need of cleaning due to accumulated food debris.
511-6-1.06(2)(r)
17D - adequate ventilation and lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: 17D.The hood and filter system above the grill and deep fryer station need cleaning due accumulated grease dripping from hood frame.
511-6-1.05(2)(n)
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Cheddar's last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Cheddar's on file is from Mar 25, 2026. The public record contains seven inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Cheddar's?
Across the inspection record, “food-contact surfaces” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Cheddar's.
How does Cheddar's compare to other restaurants in Mcdonough?
Cheddar's most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is about the same as the Mcdonough average of 79.
Has Cheddar's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Cheddar's have averaged around three violations per visit, down from roughly six earlier in the record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Cheddar's 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 Cheddar's inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Cheddar's is inspected around four times per year on average.
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