Cravings Home Cooking
Last inspected: Mar 12, 2026
67
Score
Across the available record, Cravings Home Cooking has five inspections on file, the first dated 2024. On Mar 12, 2026, the health department conducted the most recent visit. When a facility lands in medium risk territory, it usually means a mixed inspection result.
There hasn't been much movement either way: counts have stayed near six violations per visit across recent inspections.
Looking across the full record, “food-contact surfaces” is the recurring theme, flagged four times.
That's lower than the typical Mcdonough restaurant, which scores around 79. The record is unremarkable in either direction.
5
Inspections
0
Critical latest
2
Major latest
4
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 12, 2026
Routine
2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 6 violations
8-2B - toxic substances properly identified, stored, used
Inspector notes: Observed chemical spray bottles without a common name label in the kitchen near the dish machine area and in the back storage room near the restrooms..
511-6-1.07(6)(b)
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: Observed soda nozzles with mold like residue. All soda nozzles were removed and placed to be washed and sanitized.
511-6-1.05(7)(a)
12A - contamination prevented during food preparation, storage, display
Inspector notes: Observed opened can of tomato sauce stored in the main kitchen reach in cooler uncovered. Observed frozen food items not completely covered in reach in freezer in dry storage room.
511-6-1.04(4)(q)
15A - food and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, and used
Inspector notes: Observed main kitchen reach in cooler door handle in disrepair.
511-6-1.05(2)(a)
15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: Observed mold like build up under the caulking of the dish machine area. Remove the caulking and mold before sanitizing and re-caulking. Observed bottom of reach in cooler in need of cleaning in the back storage room near the restrooms. Observed food debris in the hand sink. Hand sink should only be used for washing hands.
511-6-1.05(7)(a)
17D - adequate ventilation and lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: Observed the interior of the light shields in the dining room with mold-like build up. Observed light fixtures in both restrooms with dust accumulation. (i) The integrity of the packages cannot be affected by broken glass falling onto them; and (ii) The packages are capable of being cleaned of debris from broken bulbs before the packages are opened. 3. An infrared or other heat lamp shall be protected against breakage by a shield surrounding and extending beyond the bulb so that only the face of the bulb is exposed.
511-6-1.07(2)(i)
67
Aug 25, 2025
Routine
1 major violation. 5 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.
View 6 violations
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: Dish machine did not meet minimum concentration strength. Chlorine sanitizer observed at 10 PPM. PIC will contact the dishmachine company (Supersource) and email a copy of the completed service work order to robert.lewis1@dph.ga.gov by 8/27/25. PIC is allowed to use the dishmachine but all dishes must be properly sanitized in the three compartment sink. Also observed quaternary ammonium sanitizer at 100 PPM in the three compartment sink. Quat sanitizer must be maintained at 200-400 ppm. Observed build on the deflector of the ice machine. PIC will properly clean and sanitize on a weekly basis.
511-6-1.05(6)(n)
14A - in-use utensils: properly stored
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed a pair of dirty tongs containing old food debris stored with two pair of clean tongs.
511-6-1.04(4)(k)
14B - utensils, equipment and linens: properly stored, dried, handled
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed clean dishes not allowed to air dry prior to stacking. Clean dishes were observed wetnesting.CA- PIC will ensure that all dishes are air dried prior to stacking in the storage area. Also observed plates and bowls not properly inverted in the food service area. Pans above the hot box were also not inverted. Silverware in the storage room must be wrapped/covered and protected from contamination.
511-6-1.05(10)(e)
15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: Observed build up on the storage shelves that contained aluminum pans. CA- PIC will attempt to clean the shelves by 8/27/25. Also observed old food build up on the back of the baking pans. The bottom of the reach in cooler in the kitchen and storage area contained build up.
511-6-1.05(7)(d)
17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean
Inspector notes: Observed ceiling tile with dust accumulating in the dining room and kitchen. Dust observed on lights above the steam table. Vents in the kitchen and serving area contained rust and dust. Ceiling tile in the storage room and ice storage area must be repaired. Holes surrounding the soda lines and holes in the storage area must be repaired. Food debris was observed in the drain cover in the dishmachine area. Build up observed in the floor drain below the ice machine.
511-6-1.07(5)(a)
18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present
Inspector notes: Observed the presence of several live flies in the kitchen area. The flight light and light covers in the kitchen, storage, and dining area contained dead bugs, PIC will remove and clean all light fixtures and contact pest control. Please email a copy of the pest control report and a plan of action to robert.lewis1@dph.ga.gov.
511-6-1.07(5)(k)
70
Feb 13, 2025
Routine
4 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 4 violations
2-2B - proper eating, tasting, drinking, or tobacco use
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed employee drinks improperly stored in the storage area with clean dishes. CA- PIC discarded the cups. PIC will provide a designated area for employee drink cups.
511-6-1.03(5)(k)
14B - utensils, equipment and linens: properly stored, dried, handled
Inspector notes: Observed clean dishes not allowed to air dry prior to stacking. Clean dishes were observed wetnesting.CA- PIC will ensure that all dishes are air dried prior to stacking in the storage area.
511-6-1.05(10)(a)
15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: Observed build up on the storage shelves that contained aluminum pans. CA- PIC will attempt to clean the shelves by 2/20/25.
511-6-1.05(7)(a)
17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean
Inspector notes: Observed build up on floor in the hot water heater storage area. There was debris observed between the wall and the hot water heater. PIC will clean the area by 2/20/25.
511-6-1.07(5)(a)
82
Jul 26, 2024
Routine
6 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.
View 6 violations
2-2B - proper eating, tasting, drinking, or tobacco use
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Employee food plate observed in the storage room. Employee had consumed a meal. Drink bottle stored next to the plate. Employee drink stored next to pie containers
511-6-1.03(5)(k)
12B - personal cleanliness
Inspector notes: Team members hair and beards must be properly restrained
511-6-1.03(5)(j)
12C - wiping cloths: properly used and stored
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed a wet wiping cloth in the preparation sink
511-6-1.05(10)(b)
14A - in-use utensils: properly stored
Inspector notes: Scoop handle stored in food (Front line)
511-6-1.04(4)(k)
15A - food and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, and used
Inspector notes: Gasket in the reach in cooler is in disrepair. Door panel missing on the freezer door.
511-6-1.05(1)(i)
17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean
Inspector notes: Debris and build up observed on the floor (Hot water heater area)
511-6-1.07(5)(a)
74
Jan 31, 2024
Routine
2 major violations. 5 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 7 violations
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: Dish machine did not meet minimum concentration strength. Chlorine sanitizer observed at 0 PPM. Fryer basket was observed in bad repair. Fryer basket wires were broken
511-6-1.05(6)(n)
16A - hot and cold water available; adequate pressure
Inspector notes: Hot water not working in handsink next to the deep fryers
511-6-1.06(1)(g)
13A - posted: permit/inspection/choking poster/handwashing
Inspector notes: Expired food permit observed posted. The permit expired in 2023.
511-6-1.02(1)(f)(1)
14C - single-use/single-service articles: properly stored, used
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Boxes of cups stored on the floor
511-6-1.05(10)(e)
15A - food and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, and used
Inspector notes: Gasket in the reach in cooler is in disrepair. Door panel missing on the freezer door. Recalk area above the fruit and veggie sink
511-6-1.05(2)(a)
15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: Mold build up at the top of the freezer (Interior of door)
511-6-1.05(7)(a)
17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean
Inspector notes: Build up observed on the walls, floor, and in between the walls. Hole observed in the wall. Mold like substance observed on the walls
511-6-1.07(5)(a)
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Cravings Home Cooking last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Cravings Home Cooking on file is from Mar 12, 2026. The public record contains five inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Cravings Home Cooking?
Across the inspection record, “food-contact surfaces” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Cravings Home Cooking.
How does Cravings Home Cooking compare to other restaurants in Mcdonough?
Cravings Home Cooking most recently scored 67 out of 100, which is lower than the Mcdonough average of 79.
Has Cravings Home Cooking's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Cravings Home Cooking have averaged around six violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Cravings Home Cooking 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 Cravings Home Cooking inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Cravings Home Cooking is inspected around two times per year on average.
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