Chicken Salad Chick
Last inspected: Apr 16, 2026
100
Score
Going back to 2024, Chicken Salad Chick has six inspections in the public record. The newest entry in the record is dated Apr 16, 2026. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.
Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around two violations each.
Looking across the full record, “personal cleanliness” is the recurring theme, flagged four times.
Compared to the broader Albany restaurant scene, where the average is 86, this is a stronger showing. Taken together, the history is a positive one.
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Inspections
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Inspection History
Apr 16, 2026
Routine
No violations found.
100
Jan 6, 2026
Routine
1 major violation. 1 minor violation. 1 corrected on site.
View 2 violations
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: Observed ice machine not clean to sight or touch. CA: Except when dry cleaning methods are used as specified under subsection (7)(e) of this Rule, surfaces of utensils and equipment contacting food that is not time/temperature control for safety food shall be cleaned: (iv) In equipment such as ice bins and beverage dispensing nozzles and enclosed components of equipment such as ice makers, cooking oil storage tanks and distribution lines, beverage and syrup dispensing lines or tubes, coffee bean grinders, and water vending equipment: (I) At a frequency specified by the manufacturer; or (II) Absent manufacturer specifications, at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil or mold. PIC will have the ice machine cleaned and sanitized.
511-6-1.05(7)(b)
12B - personal cleanliness
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed employees preparing food without hair/beard restraints. CA: Employees preparing or handling food shall use effective and clean, disposable or easily cleanable nets or other hair restraints approved by the Health Authority, worn properly to restrain loose hair including beards and mustaches longer than one half inch. PIC provided hairnets for employees.
511-6-1.03(5)(j)
86
Aug 4, 2025
Routine
2 major violations. 3 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 5 violations
6-2 - proper date marking and disposition
Inspector notes: Observed chopped cucumbers and chopped strawberries in reach in cooler without proper date-marking. CA: Except when packaging food using a reduced oxygen packaging method, and except as specified in paragraphs 5 and 6 of this subsection, refrigerated, ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared and held in a food establishment for more than 24 hours shall be clearly marked to indicate the date or day by which the food shall be consumed on the premises, sold, or discarded, when held at a temperature of 41°F (5°C) or below for a maximum of 7 days. The day of preparation shall be counted as Day 1. PIC will properly date mark items.
511-6-1.04(6)(g)
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: Observed drive-thru ice machine lid in need of cleaning and sanitizing. CA: Except when dry cleaning methods are used as specified under subsection (7)(e) of this Rule, surfaces of utensils and equipment contacting food that is not time/temperature control for safety food shall be cleaned: In equipment such as ice bins and beverage dispensing nozzles and enclosed components of equipment such as ice makers, cooking oil storage tanks and distribution lines, beverage and syrup dispensing lines or tubes, coffee bean grinders, and water vending equipment: At a frequency specified by the manufacturer; or Absent manufacturer specifications, at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil or mold. PIC will have lid cleaned and sanitized.
511-6-1.05(7)(b)
12B - personal cleanliness
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed employees preparing food without hair restraints. CA: Employees preparing or handling food shall use effective and clean, disposable or easily cleanable nets or other hair restraints approved by the Health Authority, worn properly to restrain loose hair including beards and mustaches longer than one half inch. PIC provided hairnets for employees.
511-6-1.03(5)(j)
17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean
Inspector notes: Observed ceiling tiles in dining area with water stains. CA: All physical facilities shall be maintained in good repair. PIC will have ceiling tiles replaced.
511-6-1.07(5)(a)
4-2A - food stored covered
Inspector notes: Observed chopped cucumbers and chopped strawberries in reach in cooler stored uncovered. CA: Except as specified under paragraph 2. of this subsection and when cooling as specified in DPH Rule 511-6-1-.04(6)(e)2.(ii), storing the food in packages, covered containers, or wrappings, except for loosely covered or uncovered containers in which food is being cooled if protected from overhead contamination. PIC will have food items covered.
511-6-1.04(4)(c)
70
Dec 31, 2024
Routine
1 minor violation. 1 corrected on site.
View 1 violation
12B - personal cleanliness
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed employees preparing food without hair restraints. CA: Employees preparing or handling food shall use effective and clean, disposable or easily cleanable nets or other hair restraints approved by the Health Authority, worn properly to restrain loose hair including beards and mustaches longer than one half inch. PIC provided hairnets for all employees.
511-6-1.03(5)(j)
95
Jun 21, 2024
Routine
1 minor violation. 1 corrected on site.
View 1 violation
4-2A - food stored covered
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed ice bin uncovered at drive thru window. CA: Food shall be protected from cross contamination by storing the food in packages, covered containers, or wrappings, except for loosely covered or uncovered containers in which food is being cooled if protected from overhead contamination. Employee closed the cover of ice bin.
511-6-1.04(4)(c)
95
Feb 1, 2024
Routine
2 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.
View 2 violations
4-2A - food stored covered
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed uncovered diced apples and chopped cucumbers in reach in cooler. CA: Except as specified under paragraph 2. of this subsection and when cooling as specified in DPH Rule 511-6-1-.04(6)(e)2.(ii), storing the food in packages, covered containers, or wrappings, except for loosely covered or uncovered containers in which food is being cooled if protected from overhead contamination. PIC discarded food items.
511-6-1.04(4)(c)
12B - personal cleanliness
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed employee preparing food without a hair restraint. CA: Employees preparing or handling food shall use effective and clean, disposable or easily cleanable nets or other hair restraints approved by the Health Authority, worn properly to restrain loose hair including beards and mustaches longer than one half inch. PIC had employee put on a hair restraint.
511-6-1.03(5)(j)
90
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Chicken Salad Chick last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Chicken Salad Chick on file is from Apr 16, 2026. The public record contains six inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Chicken Salad Chick?
Across the inspection record, “personal cleanliness” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Chicken Salad Chick.
How does Chicken Salad Chick compare to other restaurants in Albany?
Chicken Salad Chick most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Albany average of 86.
Has Chicken Salad Chick's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Chicken Salad Chick have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Chicken Salad Chick 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 Chicken Salad Chick inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Chicken Salad Chick is inspected around three times per year on average.
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