Danny's Donuts #2

975 Dawsonville Hwy Ste 19, Gainesville, GA 30501
Café / Breakfast
License: Food Service
Last inspected: Mar 5, 2026
90
Score
Low Risk

Danny's Donuts #2 has been inspected five times since 2024. Danny's Donuts #2 was last inspected on Mar 5, 2026. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.

Recent inspections have found fewer violations than earlier ones, averaging around two violations lately and about six violations before that.

“Garbage/refuse properly disposed” comes up most often, recorded three times in the inspection record.

That falls roughly in the middle of the pack for Gainesville restaurants. Overall, the inspection record reads well.

5
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 5, 2026
Routine
2 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
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17B - garbage/refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
Inspector notes: Observed the outside dumpster area to contain an accumulation of trash and dirt, creating conditions to attract insects and rodents.
511-6-1.06(5)(r)
11A - proper cooling methods used: adequate equipment for temperature control (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed sausage patties, diced ham, and sliced white american cheese to be fully covered, while cooling down.
511-6-1.04(6)(e)
90
Aug 27, 2025
Followup
1 minor violation.
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17B - garbage/refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
Inspector notes: Observed the outside dumpster area to contain an accumulation of trash and dirt, creating cond511-6-1.06(5)(r),(s) - Frequency, removal of refuse, recyclables and returnables often enough to minimize odors and attracting pests; Receptacles or Vehicles, removal from premises in approved manner (C)(r) Frequency. Refuse, recyclables, and returnables shall be removed from the premises at a frequency that will minimize the development of objectionable odors and other conditions that attract or harbor insects and rodents. Note: The facility will contact the landlord to have this area cleaned up.
511-6-1.06(5)(r)
95
Aug 6, 2025
Routine
4 critical violations. 2 major violations. 5 minor violations. 6 corrected on site.
View 11 violations
6-1A - proper cold holding temperatures (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed eggs stored next to the donut deep fryer outside a refrigeration until to be cold holding at 68F. PIC was asked how long they had been out and was instructed that it was from the morning time.
511-6-1.04(6)(f)
8-2B - toxic substances properly identified, stored, used (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed disinfectant wipes with EPA no. 67071-123-56952 to be store on top of the ice machine that is used to make customer's beverages with.
511-6-1.07(6)(c)
16B - plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: Observed plumbing fixture in the mop sink to be replaced with a plastic water bottle. Mop sink was in disrepair.
511-6-1.06(2)(a)
3-1C - food in good condition, safe, and unadulterated (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed ice used to make customer beverages to be used as a cold holding location for creamers and other dairy products at the beginning of the inspection.
511-6-1.04(1)
1-2A - pic present, demonstrates knowledge, performs duties
Inspector notes: Pic failed in his duties to monitor Active Managerial control over. 1. 2-2B Proper eating, tasting, drinking, or tobacco. 2. 3-1C Food in good condition, safe and unadulterated. 3. 6-1A Proper cold holding temperatures. 4. 8-2B Toxic substances properly identified, stored, used. It is recommended that the PIC be re-trained in Food safety.
511-6-1.03(2)(a)
16A - hot and cold water available; adequate pressure
Inspector notes: Observed no water available at the mop sink.
511-6-1.06(1)(g)
12A - contamination prevented during food preparation, storage, display (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed potatoes to be stored on the floor in the dry storage area exposed to splash, dust, and other contaminants.
511-6-1.04(4)(q)
2-2B - proper eating, tasting, drinking, or tobacco use (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed personal food stored and half eaten in a food preparation area by the donut fryer and next to the microwave.
511-6-1.03(5)(k)
11A - proper cooling methods used: adequate equipment for temperature control (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed sausage patties just prepped to be full covered, when cooling down.
511-6-1.04(6)(e)
17B - garbage/refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
Inspector notes: Observed the left side door of the outside dumpster to not close at all.
511-6-1.06(5)(f)
17B - garbage/refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
Inspector notes: Observed the outside dumpster area to contain an accumulation of trash and dirt, creating conditions that attract insects and pests.
511-6-1.06(5)(r)
35
Oct 23, 2024
Routine
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
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16A - hot and cold water available; adequate pressure
Inspector notes: No water was available at mop sink. Water under pressure shall be provided to all fixtures, equipment, and nonfood equipment that are required to use water Note: Facility will have mop sink repaired.
511-6-1.06(1)(g)
12A - contamination prevented during food preparation, storage, display
Inspector notes: Observed several containers of food to be stored on floor throughout facility. Except as specified in paragraphs 2 and 3 of this subsection, food shall be protected from contamination by storing the food: (i) In a clean, dry location; (ii) Where it is not exposed to splash, dust, or other contamination; and (iii) At least 6 inches (15 cm) above the floor. Note: PIC will relocate all foods that are stored on floor.
511-6-1.04(4)(q)
86
Apr 29, 2024
Routine
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 2 corrected on site.
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8-2B - toxic substances properly identified, stored, used (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed antifreeze stored above and next to food and single-service items. Locating the poisonous or toxic materials in an area that is not above food, equipment, utensils, linens, and single-service or single-use articles. This requirement does not apply to equipment and utensil cleaners and sanitizers that are stored in warewashing areas for availability and convenience if the materials are stored to prevent contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens, and single-service and single-use articles. Note: PIC immediately relocated the toxic chemical.
511-6-1.07(6)(c)
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed no sanitizer available for use on food contact surfaces upon arrival to facility. Sanitizer at proper concentration should be available and used to sanitize food contact surfaces between uses. Chlorine sanitizer should have a concentration between 50-100 ppm. Note: PIC made chlorine sanitizing solution immediately at proper concentration.
511-6-1.05(6)(n)
16A - hot and cold water available; adequate pressure
Inspector notes: Observed mop sink to not have hot water. The cold water pressure in the mop sink was also very weak. Hot water generation and distribution systems shall be sufficient to meet the peak hot water demands throughout the food service establishment. Note: PIC will have mop sink repaired.
511-6-1.06(1)(g)
70

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Danny's Donuts #2 last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Danny's Donuts #2 on file is from Mar 5, 2026. The public record contains five inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Danny's Donuts #2?

Across the inspection record, “garbage/refuse properly disposed” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Danny's Donuts #2.

How does Danny's Donuts #2 compare to other restaurants in Gainesville?

Danny's Donuts #2 most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is about the same as the Gainesville average of 91.

Has Danny's Donuts #2's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Danny's Donuts #2 have averaged around two violations per visit, down from roughly six earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Danny's Donuts #2 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 Danny's Donuts #2 inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Danny's Donuts #2 is inspected around three times per year on average.