Chick-N-Run
Last inspected: Apr 13, 2026
64
Score
Chick-N-Run appears in inspection records five times, starting in 2024. The most recent visit was on Apr 13, 2026. Diners should read medium risk as a signal that some issues exist but aren't extreme.
Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around seven violations each.
“Nonfood-contact surfaces clean” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing four times across the record.
Compared to other Mcdonough restaurants (averaging 79), there's room to close the gap. Taken together, the history looks like that of a busy facility working through the usual inspection cycle.
5
Inspections
0
Critical latest
1
Major latest
7
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 13, 2026
Routine
1 major violation. 7 minor violations.
View 8 violations
8-2B - toxic substances properly identified, stored, used
Inspector notes: Observed spray bottles with purple solution without labels. The manager stated that the bottles contained degreaser.
511-6-1.07(6)(b)
15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: Observed water accumulation on the reach-in cooler floor. Also observed rusting and food debris on shelving units in walk-in cooler and rusting on shelving units holding clean equipment.
511-6-1.05(7)(a)
17B - garbage/refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
Inspector notes: Observed excessive grease accumulation on top and around grease receptacle located adjacent to dumpster. Also observed trash accumulation around outside dumpster.
511-6-1.06(5)(q)
17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean
Inspector notes: Observed rust accumulation on walls in kitchen area and foam exposed on wall adjacent to kitchen entrance. Also observed walls above fryers with dust and grease accumulation, as well as excessive dust accumulation on ceiling tiles prep areas.
511-6-1.07(5)(a)
17D - adequate ventilation and lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: Observed excessive grease accumulation on vent hood filters and on walls above grills.
511-6-1.05(3)(d)
13A - posted: permit/inspection/choking poster/handwashing
Inspector notes: Observed no permit posted within the facility.
511-6-1.02(1)(f)(1)
15A - food and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, and used
Inspector notes: Observed cardboard being used as a splash guard for drink machine.
511-6-1.05(1)(i)
15A - food and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, and used
Inspector notes: Observed evidence of leaking fryers; bowls were placed under fryer to catch grease.
511-6-1.05(6)(a)
64
Oct 7, 2025
Routine
8 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 8 violations
17B - garbage/refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
Inspector notes: Observed old grease build up on top of the grease receptacle located next to the dumpster.
511-6-1.06(5)(q)
15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: Observed excessive build up in the housing area of the deep fryers. PIC was advised to clean the area on a regular basis to prevent further build up. PIC will clean the housing area of the deep fryers by 10/15/25.
511-6-1.05(7)(a)
16B - plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: Observed condensation leaking from the bottom of the reach in cooler. PIC will contact maintenance and have the cooler repaired by 10/10/25.
511-6-1.06(2)(r)
12A - contamination prevented during food preparation, storage, display
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed buckets of pickles stored on the floor in the walk in cooler. PIC corrected on site by placing the bucket on a rack six inches above the floor.
511-6-1.04(4)(q)
15A - food and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, and used
Inspector notes: Observed rust build up on the bottom of the preparation table. 511-6-1.05(1)(i) - Nonfood-contact Surfaces (C) (i) Nonfood-contact Surfaces. Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment that are exposed to splash, spillage, or other food soiling or that require frequent cleaning shall be constructed of a corrosion-resistant, nonabsorbent, and smooth material.
511-6-1.05(1)(i)
17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean
Inspector notes: Observed rust build up on walls in the walk in cooler and kitchen areas. Also observed dirt and rust in the mop sink area.
511-6-1.07(5)(a)
17D - adequate ventilation and lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: Observed rust build up on several vents in the kitchen area. This is an ongoing repeat violation. The ceiling vents and walls must be cleaned, treated, and repainted by 11/1/25. Also observed grease build up in the hood vents above the fryers. PIC will have the hood cleaned by 10/15/25.
511-6-1.07(2)(j)
18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present
Inspector notes: observed self closures on the back door in bad repair. PIC will have the self closure repaired by 10/15/25. This is a repeat violation.
511-6-1.07(2)(m)
67
Apr 1, 2025
Routine
5 minor violations.
View 5 violations
15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: Observed excessive build up in the housing area of the deep fryers. PIC was advised to clean the area on a regular basis to prevent further build up.
17B - garbage/refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
Inspector notes: Trash build up observed around the dumpster. Excessive trash and debris observed behind the building. Overgrowth not being maintained at a manageable level. PIC advised that all unnecessary articles, debris and trash must be removed by 4/15/25. The landscaping must be maintained to prevent pest activity. PIC was advised that the area must be cleaned by 4/15/25. Code enforcement will be notified if the area is not cleaned by 4/15/25.
511-6-1.06(5)(o)
17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean
Inspector notes: Ceiling and vent cover contained rust and build up from dust.
511-6-1.07(5)(a)
17D - adequate ventilation and lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: Vents contained severe rust and dirt/grease build up. Hood plate missing from beneath the hood.
511-6-1.05(2)(n)
18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present
Inspector notes: Observed the self-closure broken on the exterior door leading to the back of the building. PIC advised that the self closure must be repaired by 4/15/25 to prevent the entry of pest.
511-6-1.07(2)(m)
78
Sep 9, 2024
Routine
6 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 6 violations
12A - contamination prevented during food preparation, storage, display
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed buckets of pickles stored on the floor in the walk in cooler Wire basket skimmer contained wires observed in bad repair. PIC discarded the wire basket skimmer
511-6-1.04(4)(q)
15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: Exterior of equipment (Storage racks) contained build up
511-6-1.05(7)(a)
16B - plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: Observed 3 compartment sink pipe in need of repair due to leak
511-6-1.06(2)(r)
17B - garbage/refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
Inspector notes: Trash build up observed around the dumpster
511-6-1.06(5)(r)
17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean
Inspector notes: Ceiling and vent cover contained rust and build up from dust.
511-6-1.07(2)(a)
17D - adequate ventilation and lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: Vents contained severe rust and dirt/grease build up. Hood plate missing from beneath the hood.
511-6-1.07(2)(j)
74
Mar 8, 2024
Routine
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 7 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 10 violations
6-1A - proper cold holding temperatures
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Tomatoes and cheese observed at 44 degrees f. TCS foods must maintain a temperature of 41 degrees for below..
511-6-1.04(6)(f)
2-1B - hands clean and properly washed
Inspector notes: Employee did not wash hands during the observation due to the hand sink knobs missing and no access to another hand sink in the kitchen
511-6-1.03(5)(c)
2-2D - adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible
Inspector notes: Hand sink handles were missing. Hot water could not be turned on or off.
511-6-1.06(2)(o)
2-2B - proper eating, tasting, drinking, or tobacco use
Inspector notes: Employee food and drink improperly stored in the food preparation area
511-6-1.03(5)(k)
15A - food and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, and used
Inspector notes: Mold build up observed in the caulking around the three-compartment sink. Reach in freezer lid was broken. Exposed insulation observed coming from the freezer lid.
511-6-1.05(6)(a)
15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: Walk in cooler shelves contained dust build up
511-6-1.05(7)(a)
16B - plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: Observed 3 compartment sink pipe in need of repair due to leak and rust accumulation.
511-6-1.06(2)(r)
17B - garbage/refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
Inspector notes: Restroom did not have a trash can with a lid
511-6-1.06(5)(n)
17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean
Inspector notes: Walk in cooler walls contained rust build up. Floor contained grease build up beneath equipment. Ceiling and vent cover contained rust and build up from dust.
511-6-1.07(2)(a)
17D - adequate ventilation and lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: Observed Hood ventilation system inadequate as evidenced by grease accumulation on walls/ceiling. Restroom vent contained build up Light shields not properly shielded or covered.
511-6-1.05(2)(n)
47
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Chick-N-Run last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Chick-N-Run on file is from Apr 13, 2026. The public record contains five inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Chick-N-Run?
Across the inspection record, “nonfood-contact surfaces clean” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Chick-N-Run.
How does Chick-N-Run compare to other restaurants in Mcdonough?
Chick-N-Run most recently scored 64 out of 100, which is lower than the Mcdonough average of 79.
Has Chick-N-Run's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Chick-N-Run have averaged around seven violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Chick-N-Run 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 Chick-N-Run inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Chick-N-Run is inspected around two times per year on average.
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