Cook Out
Last inspected: Apr 20, 2026
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Score
Public records currently show only one inspection for Cook Out. Inspectors last stopped by on Apr 20, 2026. The medium risk tier sits in the middle: not spotless, but not alarming either.
By comparison, the average Lithonia facility scores 87, putting Cook Out on the weaker side.
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Inspections
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Critical latest
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Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 20, 2026
Routine
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations. 3 corrected on site.
View 6 violations
6-1B - proper hot holding temperatures
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: OBSERVATION: Pulled pork and chopped chicken holding in the steam well holding below 135F. CA: (f) Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food, Hot and Cold Holding. Except during preparation, cooking, or cooling, or when time is used as the public health control, time/temperature control for safety food shall be maintained at 41°F (5°C) or below or 135°F (57°C) or above, except that roasts cooked to a temperature and for a time specified in subsection (5)(a)2 of this Rule and reheated using the same temperature and time conditions as cooking may be held at a temperature of 130°F (54°C) or above. P COS: products discarded.
511-6-1.04(6)(f)
6-1D - time as a public health control: procedures and records
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: OBSERVATION: cole slaw, shredded lettuce, sliced tomatoes on cold line using time as a public health control with a 2:14/2:13pm expiration times at 2:30 and 2:46pm. COS- products discarded(f) Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food, Hot and Cold CA: Holding. Except during preparation, cooking, or cooling, or when time is used as the public health control, time/temperature control for safety food shall be maintained at 41°F (5°C) or below or 135°F (57°C) or above, except that roasts cooked to a temperature and for a time specified in subsection (5)(a)2 of this Rule and reheated using the same temperature and time conditions as cooking may be held at a temperature of 130°F (54°C) or above. P
511-6-1.04(6)(i)
2-2D - adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: OBSERVATION: Rear handsink had a plastic container in the basin. Front hand sink with ice and orange liquid. COS- items removed/drained CA: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
511-6-1.06(2)(o)
13A - posted: permit/inspection/choking poster/handwashing
Inspector notes: Permit fee has not been updated. CA: Permit shall be to to date. Copy of invoice printed and provided to the Manager.
511-6-1.02(1)(f)(1)
15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVATION: drawer cooler shelves unclean with heavy food accumulation. Walk in cooler shelves unclean with food debris build-up. CA: 3. Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be kept free of an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris. Discussed with manager to clean well.
511-6-1.05(7)(a)
17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean
Inspector notes: Observed several floor tiles broken in the kitchen. CA: (a) Good Repair. All physical facilities shall be maintained in good repair.
511-6-1.07(5)(a)
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Cook Out last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Cook Out on file is from Apr 20, 2026. The public record contains one inspection in total.
How does Cook Out compare to other restaurants in Lithonia?
Cook Out most recently scored 58 out of 100, which is lower than the Lithonia average of 87.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Cook Out means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.
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