Da Fry Guy Atl
Last inspected: Nov 10, 2025
67
Score
Public records show six inspections at Da Fry Guy Atl stretching back to 2024. The latest inspection on file is from Nov 10, 2025. Diners should read medium risk as a signal that some issues exist but aren't extreme.
Violation counts have been trending down, averaging around seven violations across recent inspections versus roughly 10 violations before.
“Food properly labeled” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing four times across the record.
Compared to other Morrow restaurants (averaging 80), there's room to close the gap. The inspection history reads as standard for a restaurant of this size.
6
Inspections
0
Critical latest
1
Major latest
6
Minor latest
Inspection History
Nov 10, 2025
Followup
1 major violation. 6 minor violations.
View 7 violations
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: Observed microwave in need of cleaning food debris food contact surface. Advised PIC equipment food-contact surfaces and utensils shall be cleaned: At a frequency specified by the manufacturer.
511-6-1.05(7)(b)
4-2A - food stored covered
Inspector notes: Observed one metal container of cut tomatoes stored uncovered at bottom portion of prep-top cooler and two containers of flour stored uncovered when not in use, near fryer basket and grill. Advised PIC 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.
511-6-1.04(4)(c)
10D - food properly labeled; original container
Inspector notes: Observed multiple juices prepped on site without label inside front-service display cooler. Advised PIC that foods shall be labeled with name of contents/ common name.
511-6-1.04(7)(c)
11A - proper cooling methods used: adequate equipment for temperature control
Inspector notes: Observed cooked macaroni and raw chicken cooling tightly covered in walk-in-cooler. Advised PIC Cooling shall be accomplished in accordance with the time and temperature criteria specified under DPH Rule 511-6-1-.04(6)(d) by using one or more of the following methods depending on the type of food being cooled: Loosely covered, or uncovered if protected from overhead contamination during the cooling period to facilitate heat transfer from the surface of the food.
511-6-1.04(6)(e)
13A - posted: permit/inspection/choking poster/handwashing
Inspector notes: Observed the most recent inspection report not posted in in public view. Advised PIC that the most recent inspection report shall be posted in public view at all times. Advised PIC to post the most recent inspection report in public view.
511-6-1.02(1)(d)
13A - posted: permit/inspection/choking poster/handwashing
Inspector notes: Observed no permit posted at time of inspection. Advised PIC post the permit in a location in the food service establishment that is conspicuous to consumers.
511-6-1.02(1)(f)(1)
17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean
Inspector notes: Observed stains on ceiling tiles in main kitchen area. Advised PIC the physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean and by methods that prevent contamination of food products.
511-6-1.07(5)(a)
67
Oct 21, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 5 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.
View 9 violations
6-1A - proper cold holding temperatures
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed multiple items in cooler drawer (raw shrimp and raw chicken) cold holding in the temperature danger zone holding above 41F. Advised that when cold holding TCS food items, foods shall range between 41 degrees F. or below. COS: PIC discarded raw shrimp and raw chicken from cooler drawer.
511-6-1.04(6)(f)
2-2D - adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible
Inspector notes: Observed no soap at hand sink in the back area of the kitchen. Advised PIC soap shall be stored at the hand sink at all times.
511-6-1.07(3)(a)
1-2A - pic present, demonstrates knowledge, performs duties
Inspector notes: Observed no food allergy awareness training, Advised PIC employees shall be trained on food allergen awareness.
511-6-1.03(2)(a)
2-2D - adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible
Inspector notes: Observed multiple containers stored at the back hand sink. Advised PIC hand sinks shall be used for handwashing purposes only.
511-6-1.06(2)(o)
13A - posted: permit/inspection/choking poster/handwashing
Inspector notes: Observed 2024 permit posted in public view. Advised PIC that a current Food Service Establishment permit shall be posted in public view. Advised PIC to post the 2025 permit and post in public view.
511-6-1.02(1)(f)(1)
10D - food properly labeled; original container
Inspector notes: Observed multiple sauce bottles not labeled, observed multiple juices prepped on site without label inside front-service display cooler. Advised PIC that foods shall be labeled with name of contents/ common name.
511-6-1.04(4)(d)
11A - proper cooling methods used: adequate equipment for temperature control
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed chicken eggroll and steak eggroll cooling in disrepaired RIC #1; observed containers of cooked chicken wings and cooked chicken cooling tightly covered in the walk-in cooler; observed cooked chicken wings cooling at room temperature on counter near fryer basket; observed shredded cheese and sour cream cooling tightly covered in RIC #2 at the back of the kitchen. Advised PIC cooling shall be under refrigeration loosely covered. COS: PIC relocated chicken and steak eggroll, covered shredded cheese, sour cream, and relocated wings cooling on counter.
511-6-1.04(6)(e)
13A - posted: permit/inspection/choking poster/handwashing
Inspector notes: Observed the most recent inspection report not posted in in public view. Advised PIC that the most recent inspection report shall be posted in public view at all times. Advised PIC to post the most recent inspection report in public view.
511-6-1.02(1)(d)
15A - food and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, and used
Inspector notes: Observed cooler drawer with an ambient temperature of 59 degrees F. Also observed RIC #1with an ambient temperature of 50 degrees F. Advised PIC that all equipment shall have an ambient air temperature that is maintained in good repair and be accurate within the intended range of used.
511-6-1.05(6)(q)
50
Mar 27, 2025
Routine
2 major violations. 3 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.
View 5 violations
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: Observed food contact surfaces of interior of convection oven and microwave stored as clean with old food debris and residues. Advised PIC equipment food-contact surfaces and utensils shall be cleaned: At a frequency specified by the manufacturer; or (II) Absent manufacturer specifications, at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil or mold.
511-6-1.05(7)(b)
2-2D - adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed no soap at back area handsink. Advised PIC each handwashing sink or group of two adjacent handwashing sinks shall be provided with a supply of hand cleaning liquid, powder, or bar soap. COS: PIC placed hand soap at handsink.
511-6-1.07(3)(a)
13A - posted: permit/inspection/choking poster/handwashing
Inspector notes: Observed 2024 permit posted in public display. Advised PIC post the permit in a location in the food service establishment that is conspicuous to consumers.
511-6-1.02(1)(f)(1)
13A - posted: permit/inspection/choking poster/handwashing
Inspector notes: Observed most recent inspection report obstructed in view by ice cream/milkshake machine. Advised PIC the most current inspection report shall be prominently displayed in public view at all times, within fifteen feet of the front or primary public door and between five feet and seven feet from the floor and in an area where it can be read at a distance of one foot away.
511-6-1.02(1)(d)
17D - adequate ventilation and lighting; designated areas used
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed keys stored next to restaurant items on metal rack. Observed bookbag hung on metal rack stored with plastic cups. Observed water bottle and an open container of food located on prep-top unit. Advised PIC lockers or other suitable facilities shall be provided and used for the orderly storage of employees' clothing and other possessions. COS: PIC relocated all personal belongings to designated area.
511-6-1.07(3)(h)
70
Oct 9, 2024
Followup
2 critical violations. 7 minor violations. 5 corrected on site.
View 9 violations
2-1B - hands clean and properly washed
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed food employee wipe nose with gloves and proceeded to handle bulk container of cooked chicken wings. Advised PIC Food employees shall clean their hands and exposed portions of their arms immediately before engaging in food preparation including working with exposed food, clean equipment and utensils, and unwrapped single-service and single-use articles and: After engaging in other activities that contaminate the hands. COS: Had food employee wash hands and don new gloves.
511-6-1.03(5)(c)
2-1B - hands clean and properly washed
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed food employee wipe nose with gloves and proceeded to handle bulk container of cooked chicken wings. Advised PIC Food employees shall clean their hands and exposed portions of their arms immediately before engaging in food preparation including working with exposed food, clean equipment and utensils, and unwrapped single-service and single-use articles and: After engaging in other activities that contaminate the hands. COS: Had food employee wash hands and don new gloves.
511-6-1.03(5)(c)
2-2B - proper eating, tasting, drinking, or tobacco use
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed food employee drinking from water bottle without lid and straw at food prep area. Advised PIC Employees shall consume food only in approved designated areas separate from food preparation and serving areas, equipment or utensil areas and food storage areas. However, drinking from a single service beverage cup with a secure lid and straw that is handled to prevent contamination of the employee’s hands, the container, exposed food, clean equipment, utensils and linens, unwrapped single-service and single-use articles will be allowed. COS: Had food employee cease drinking from water bottle in food prep area.
511-6-1.03(5)(k)
2-2B - proper eating, tasting, drinking, or tobacco use
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed food employee drinking from water bottle without lid and straw at food prep area. Advised PIC Employees shall consume food only in approved designated areas separate from food preparation and serving areas, equipment or utensil areas and food storage areas. However, drinking from a single service beverage cup with a secure lid and straw that is handled to prevent contamination of the employee’s hands, the container, exposed food, clean equipment, utensils and linens, unwrapped single-service and single-use articles will be allowed. COS: Had food employee cease drinking from water bottle in food prep area.
511-6-1.03(5)(k)
10D - food properly labeled; original container
Inspector notes: Observed multiple sauce squeeze bottles not labeled. Advised PIC food packaged in a food service establishment, shall be labeled as specified in law, including 21 CFR 101- Food labeling, and 9 CFR 317 Labeling, marking devices, and containers. Label information shall include: The common name of the food.
511-6-1.04(7)(c)
11A - proper cooling methods used: adequate equipment for temperature control
Inspector notes: Observed cooked chicken wings cooling improperly at room temperature. Advised PIC cooling shall be accomplished in accordance with the time and temperature criteria specified under DPH Rule 511-6-1-.04(6)(d) by using one or more of the following methods depending on the type of food being cooled: loosely covered, or uncovered if protected from overhead contamination during the cooling period to facilitate heat transfer from the surface of the food, and under refrigeration. COS: Had PIC relocate container of cooked chicken wings to walk-in-cooler for proper cooling.
511-6-1.04(6)(e)
11C - approved thawing methods used
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed raw shrimp thawing on counter. Advised PIC time/temperature control for safety food shall be thawed: under refrigeration that maintains the food temperature at 41°F (5°C) or less; or completely submerged under running water: (i) At a water temperature of 70°F (21°C) or below, (ii) With sufficient water velocity to agitate and float off loose particles in an overflow. COS: Had PIC relocate items to walk-in-cooler for proper thawing. COS: PIC relocated raw shrimp to walk-in-cooler.
511-6-1.04(6)(c)
12A - contamination prevented during food preparation, storage, display
Inspector notes: Observed condensation dripping on boxes of chicken inside of walk-in-cooler. Advised PIC Food shall be protected from contamination that may result from a factor or source not specified under paragraphs (a) through (y) of this subsection.
511-6-1.04(4)(z)
13A - posted: permit/inspection/choking poster/handwashing
Inspector notes: Observed 2023 permit posted in public display. Advised The permit, or copy thereof, and the current inspection report must be displayed for public view.
511-6-1-.08(1)(h)
52
Sep 9, 2024
Routine
4 major violations. 7 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.
View 11 violations
1-2A - pic present, demonstrates knowledge, performs duties
Inspector notes: Upon Arrival, Observed no person-in-charge present at time of inspection. Advised PIC there must be a person in charge on the premises of the food service establishment at all times.
511-6-1.03(2)
2-2A - management knowledge, responsibilities, reporting
Inspector notes: Observed no employee health reporting upon request at time of inspection. Advised PIC food employees and conditional employees are informed in a verifiable manner of their responsibility to report in accordance with the Chapter, to the person in charge, information about their health and activities as they relate to diseases that are transmissible through food.
511-6-1.03(2)(o)
2-2D - adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Upon Arrival, Observed cup stored in handsink. Advised PIC a handwashing sink shall be maintained so that it is accessible at all times for employee use. a handwashing facility may not be used for purposes other than handwashing. COS: Had PIC remove cup from handsink.
511-6-1.06(2)(o)
2-2D - adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible
Inspector notes: Upon Arrival, observed no paper towels at handsink. Advised PIC drying provision each handwashing sink or group of adjacent handwashing sinks shall be provided with: Individual, disposable towels.
511-6-1.07(3)(b)
10D - food properly labeled; original container
Inspector notes: Observed multiple sauce squeeze bottles not labeled. Advised PIC food packaged in a food service establishment, shall be labeled as specified in law, including 21 CFR 101- Food labeling, and 9 CFR 317 Labeling, marking devices, and containers. Label information shall include: The common name of the food.
511-6-1.04(7)(c)
11C - approved thawing methods used
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed raw shrimp and raw salmon thawing on counter. Advised PIC time/temperature control for safety food shall be thawed: under refrigeration that maintains the food temperature at 41°F (5°C) or less; or completely submerged under running water: (i) At a water temperature of 70°F (21°C) or below, (ii) With sufficient water velocity to agitate and float off loose particles in an overflow. COS: Had PIC relocate items to walk-in-cooler for proper thawing.
511-6-1.04(6)(c)
12A - contamination prevented during food preparation, storage, display
Inspector notes: Observed condensation dripping on boxes of chicken inside of walk-in-cooler. Advised PIC Food shall be protected from contamination that may result from a factor or source not specified under paragraphs (a) through (y) of this subsection.
511-6-1.04(4)(z)
13A - posted: permit/inspection/choking poster/handwashing
Inspector notes: Observed most recent inspection report not posted. Advised PIC The most current inspection report shall be prominently displayed in public view at all times, within fifteen feet of the front or primary public door and between five feet and seven feet from the floor and in an area where it can be read at a distance of one foot away.
511-6-1.02(1)(d)
13A - posted: permit/inspection/choking poster/handwashing
Inspector notes: Observed 2023 permit posted in public display. Advised PIC the permit, or copy thereof, and the current inspection report must be displayed for public view.
511-6-1-.08(1)(h)
16B - plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: Observed meat prep sink with active leak on faucet portion. Advised PIC A plumbing system shall be repaired according to law; and maintained in good repair.
511-6-1.06(2)(r)
17D - adequate ventilation and lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: Observed no light inside of walk-in-cooler unit. Advised PIC The light intensity shall be: at least 10 foot candles (108 lux) at a distance of 30 inches (75 cm) above the floor, in walk-in refrigeration units.
511-6-1.07(3)(f)
47
Mar 21, 2024
Routine
1 major violation. 8 minor violations. 3 corrected on site.
View 9 violations
2-2D - adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Upon arrival, observed front handwash sink obstructed by excessive food particles. PIC stated that the sink was recently used for rinsing container. Advised PIC that handwash sinks shall be used for handwashing only. COS: PIC removed food particles from handwash sink.
511-6-1.06(2)(o)
10D - food properly labeled; original container
Inspector notes: Observed multiple bulk containers of flour and multiple sauce squeeze bottles not labeled. Advised PIC Labeling, marking devices, and containers, label information shall include: The common name of the food.
511-6-1.04(7)(c)
11A - proper cooling methods used: adequate equipment for temperature control
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed cooked shrimp cooling on counter in main kitchen area. Also, observed multiple containers of raw shrimp in Walk-in-Cooler tightly covered. Advised PIC on proper cooling methods. COS: PIC removed lids from items.
511-6-1.04(6)(e)
11C - approved thawing methods used
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed container of flounder thawing on counter at room temperature. Advised PIC food shall be thawed: Under refrigeration that maintains the food temperature at 41°F (5°C) or less; or completely submerged under running water: At a water temperature of 70°F (21°C) or below. COS: Had PIC submerge item in water for proper thawing methods.
511-6-1.04(6)(c)
13A - posted: permit/inspection/choking poster/handwashing
Inspector notes: Observed most recent inspection report not posted. Advised PIC The most current inspection report shall be prominently displayed in public view at all times, within fifteen feet of the front or primary public door and between five feet and seven feet from the floor and in an area where it can be read at a distance of one foot away.
511-6-1.02(1)(d)
13A - posted: permit/inspection/choking poster/handwashing
Inspector notes: Observed most recent permit not posted. Advised PIC The permit, or copy thereof, and the current inspection report must be displayed for public view.
511-6-1-.08(1)(h)
15A - food and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, and used
Inspector notes: Observed condensation leaking in the walk-in cooler. Advised PIC that Equipment shall be maintained in a state of repair and condition. Advised to repair leak in the walk-in cooler.
511-6-1.05(6)(a)
15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: Observed excessive grease accumulation on the exterior portions fryer, reach in freezer, grill, and prep top cooler. Advised PIC that nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be kept free of an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris. Advised PIC to clean excessive grease accumulation from equipment.
511-6-1.05(7)(a)
16B - plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: Observed meat sink with active leak and hand sink at prep area with active leak. Advised PIC A plumbing system shall be repaired according to law; P and maintained in good repair.
511-6-1.06(2)(r)
61
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Da Fry Guy Atl last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Da Fry Guy Atl on file is from Nov 10, 2025. The public record contains six inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Da Fry Guy Atl?
Across the inspection record, “food properly labeled” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Da Fry Guy Atl.
How does Da Fry Guy Atl compare to other restaurants in Morrow?
Da Fry Guy Atl most recently scored 67 out of 100, which is lower than the Morrow average of 80.
Has Da Fry Guy Atl's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Da Fry Guy Atl have averaged around seven violations per visit, down from roughly 10 earlier in the record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Da Fry Guy Atl 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 Da Fry Guy Atl inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Da Fry Guy Atl is inspected around four times per year on average.
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