Dave & Buster's
Last inspected: May 4, 2026
61
Score
Inspectors have visited Dave & Buster's five times, with records going back to 2024. On May 4, 2026, the health department conducted the most recent visit. Medium risk typically reflects a handful of issues that inspectors wrote up but didn't deem critical.
Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around eight violations each.
“Food-contact surfaces” comes up most often, recorded five times in the inspection record.
That's lower than the typical Mcdonough restaurant, which scores around 79. The full record sits in fairly typical territory for a working restaurant.
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Inspections
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Critical latest
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Major latest
6
Minor latest
Inspection History
May 4, 2026
Routine
2 major violations. 6 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 8 violations
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: Observed black and pink accumulation on interior roof of ice machine.
511-6-1.05(7)(b)
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed grease accumulation on clean stored plates. PIC removed plates to be cleaned.
511-6-1.05(7)(a)
11C - approved thawing methods used
Inspector notes: Observed reduced packaged salmon being thawed under refrigeration within the package.
511-6-1.04(6)(c)
15A - food and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, and used
Inspector notes: Observed prep-top cooler lids in disrepair, not properly latching.
511-6-1.05(6)(a)
15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: Observed food debris in reach-in cooler drawers and excessive grease accumulation on component adjacent and behind grills ( where cleaned dishes were being stored). 511-6-1.05(7)(a)2,3 - Equipment, Food/Nonfood-Contact Surfaces, and Utensils, food-contact surfaces of cooking equipment & nonfood-contact surfaces free of accumulations (C) 2. The food-contact surfaces of cooking equipment and pans shall be kept free of encrusted grease deposits and other soil accumulations. 3. Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be kept free of an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris.
511-6-1.05(7)(a)
16B - plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: Observed evidence of walk-in freezer refrigeration unit leaking (ice accumulation in piping). Manager was advised to have walk-in cooler repaired by 5/11/26.
511-6-1.06(2)(r)
17B - garbage/refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
Inspector notes: Observed drain plug missing.
511-6-1.06(5)(o)
18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present
Inspector notes: Observed multiple gnats in the main kitchen.
511-6-1.07(5)(k)
61
Nov 5, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 3 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.
View 7 violations
3-1C - food in good condition, safe, and unadulterated
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed a box of jalapeño peppers in the walk in cooler that was adulterated. The box of peppers contained white mold. CA-PIC discarded the box of jalapeno peppers.
511-6-1.04(1)
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: Observed build up on the interior surface of the ice machine. PIC advised the ice machine was deep cleaned recently. PIC will have the cleaning company to reclean the ice machine by 11/10/25. Also observed clean dishes with food build up. Observed brown build up in the ice scoop holders. Observed stains and deep cuts in the cutting board. PIC advised to remove stained cutting boards by 11/5/25. Lid on ice bin in the server station contained black and brown build up. PIC will clean and disinfect the ice bin lid by 11/6/25.
511-6-1.05(7)(b)
15A - food and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, and used
Inspector notes: Observed three fryer baskets in bad repair. Observed the broken wires that could become a physical hazard. CA- PIC discarded fryer baskets in bad repair.
511-6-1.05(2)(c)
6-2 - proper date marking and disposition
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed several food items not properly date marked including shredded cheese, garlic butter, cooked mashed potatoes, spinach dip, coleslaw, and open raw burgers. Also observed the following expired foods including blue cheese (10/28), garlic (10/30), marsala sauce (10/30), battered pickles (10/23), cooked bacon (11/3/25). All expired product was discarded by the manager.
511-6-1.04(6)(g)
14B - utensils, equipment and linens: properly stored, dried, handled
Inspector notes: Observed several plates on the preparation line not inverted. PIC will invert or cover the top plate with plastic to prevent potential contamination. Also observed ice buckets and bowls used to toss wings contained stagnant water due to the location not inverting properly.
511-6-1.05(10)(a)
15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: Observed sticky substance beneath the storage shelves in the kitchen. The nacho warmer/storage unit and low boy cooler also contained build up. CA- PIC will clean and sanitize all areas identified by 11/07/25.
511-6-1.05(7)(a)
17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean
Inspector notes: Ceiling tile missing in the storage area (Back of kitchen). Floor tile broken beneath the toilet in the women's restroom. Stagnant water also observed below the drink storage area. PIC will ensure the area remains dry to prevent small fly activity.
511-6-1.07(5)(a)
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Apr 23, 2025
Routine
2 major violations. 5 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.
View 7 violations
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: Observed dish machine, at bar area, utilizing a chlorine sanitizer with a concertation of 10 ppm. Manager discontinued use of the dish machine and was advised to utilize the three compartment sink until machine could be fixed.
511-6-1.05(6)(n)
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed stuck on food debris and black accumulation on can opener blade. Also observed stuck on food on cleaned lids. Manger replaced can opener, and removed items and moved them to dish area for cleaning.
511-6-1.05(7)(b)
12A - contamination prevented during food preparation, storage, display
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed food items stored in leaking reach-in cooler. Manager started the process of moving food items out of the refrigerator.
511-6-1.04(4)(q)
16B - plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: Observed reach-in cooler leaking. Manager stated that maintenance was being performed today, 4/23/25, on coolers throughout the kitchen.
511-6-1.06(2)(r)
17B - garbage/refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
Inspector notes: Observed missing drain plug for dumpster on the left. Manager was advised to replace drain plug.
511-6-1.06(5)(o)
17D - adequate ventilation and lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: Observed flickering light under grill hood.
511-6-1.07(3)(f)
18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present
Inspector notes: Observed multiple gnats in the main kitchen area.
511-6-1.07(5)(k)
64
Oct 30, 2024
Routine
1 critical violation. 5 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 6 violations
4-1A - food separated and protected
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed shelled eggs stored next to tomatoes in the reach in cooler. Raw chicken was also observed stored next to cooked chicken in the reach in cooler. Raw TCS foods cannot be stored next to ready to eat foods. CA- PIC corrected on site by removing raw chicken from the reach in cooler. According to the PIC, the raw chicken was improperly stored
511-6-1.04(4)(c)
18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present
Inspector notes: Observed small flies/gnats in the bar area located in the kitchen. Several small flies also observed in the dining area. CA- PIC advised that he switched pest control companies from Ecolab to Orkin. Observed opening below the exterior door of the left side of the dining area. The door must be completely sealed to prevent pest entry by 11/15/24.
511-6-1.07(5)(k)
12B - personal cleanliness
Inspector notes: Observed multiple employees not wearing proper beard restraints in the kitchen area. Effective hair and beard restraints must be worn to prevent potential contamination. CA- PIC will provide proper beard guards/restraints by 11/15/24
511-6-1.03(5)(j)
15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: Observed sticky substance built up beneath the storage shelf in the kitchen bar area. The accumulated build up is causing small flies to breed under the shelf. CA- PIC will clean and sanitize the area below the shelf and the floor drain in the bar area. by 11/15/24 Observed accumulation of grease and old food build up (fries) in the housing area of the deep fryers. CA- PIC will have the area cleaned by 11/15/24.
511-6-1.05(7)(a)
17B - garbage/refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
Inspector notes: Observed both dumpsters with missing lids. Dumpster lids or dumpsters must be replaced to prevent pest and birds from entering the dumpster. PIC will contact the dumpster company and have the dumpsters replaced by 11/15/24
511-6-1.06(5)(n)
17D - adequate ventilation and lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: Observed excessive dust build up on several vents throughout the kitchen and restrooms. Mold spores observed above the dish machine. PIC will have vents and ceiling above the dish machine cleaned and sanitized by 11/15/24.
511-6-1.07(5)(d)
67
Apr 24, 2024
Routine
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 9 violations
6-1A - proper cold holding temperatures
Inspector notes: Observed Pico de Gallo and ranch dressing above 41°F.
511-6-1.04(6)(f)
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: Observed dish machine at bar and ice bin at bar with build-up.
511-6-1.05(7)(b)
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: Observed QAC sanitizer solution in sanitizer bucket below 200 ppm and dish machine chlorine sanitizer solution at 0 ppm.
511-6-1.05(6)(n)
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: Observed multiple cleaned forks and spoons with debris build-up.
511-6-1.05(7)(a)
4-2A - food stored covered
Inspector notes: Observed pizza crusts in the walk-in cooler uncovered.
511-6-1.04(4)(c)
16C - sewage and waste water properly disposed
Inspector notes: Observed multiple pipes (kitchen dish room and bar) leaking waste water onto the floor.
511-6-1.06(4)(h)
17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean
Inspector notes: Observed mold build up on wall and ceiling behind dish machine. Mold spores were observed on the floor in the walk-in beer cooler of the main kitchen.
511-6-1.07(5)(a)
17D - adequate ventilation and lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: Observed the vents in the restrooms with dust build-up.
511-6-1.07(2)(j)
18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present
Inspector notes: Observed drain flies/gnats throughout the dish/ware washing areas.
511-6-1.07(2)(k)
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Dave & Buster's last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Dave & Buster's on file is from May 4, 2026. The public record contains five inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Dave & Buster's?
Across the inspection record, “food-contact surfaces” has been cited five times, more than any other issue at Dave & Buster's.
How does Dave & Buster's compare to other restaurants in Mcdonough?
Dave & Buster's most recently scored 61 out of 100, which is lower than the Mcdonough average of 79.
Has Dave & Buster's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Dave & Buster's have averaged around eight violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Dave & Buster's 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 Dave & Buster's inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Dave & Buster's is inspected around two times per year on average.
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