Dragon Drive-In

3105 Maple Rd, Rome, GA 30161

Chinese

License: Food Service

Last inspected: Apr 29, 2026

Score

Medium Risk

Inspectors have visited Dragon Drive-In four times, with records going back to 2024. The most recent visit was on Apr 29, 2026. Diners should read medium risk as a signal that some issues exist but aren't extreme.

Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near three violations each time.

Across the inspection history, “nonfood-contact surfaces clean” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded two times.

The city-wide average sits at 84, which Dragon Drive-In's 70 doesn't quite reach. Taken together, the history looks like that of a busy facility working through the usual inspection cycle.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Apr 29, 2026

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 chemical bottles stored touching bags of flour, above single use food packages and around food storage in kitchen. CA: Chemicals must be stored away from food and food storage area. COS: pic moved chemicals to designated area.

511-6-1.07(6)(c)

4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized

Inspector notes: Observed Chlorine sanitizer in 3 compartment ware washing sink while washing dishes not at minimum ppm. CA: Chlorine sanitizer must be testing at minimum ppm for sanitizing of food contact surfaces. COS: PIC remade bleach water and tested minimum ppm (50)

511-6-1.05(6)(n)

2-2D - adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed no paper towels at hand washing sink in kitchen. CA: Hand washing sinks must be supplied with hand drying aids (paper towels) COS: pic placed paper towels at hw sink and will repair paper towel dispenser for future use.

511-6-1.07(3)(b)

Nov 5, 2025

Routine

6 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.

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15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean

Inspector notes: Observed buildup of food/grease around and on outside of rolling carts, food bins, clean utensil holders and several other areas of kitchen. CA: Discussed cleaning procedures with pic. COS: pic will clean. Health Dept. will re-check

511-6-1.05(7)(a)

17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean

Inspector notes: observed ceiling vent cover in kitchen in poor condition and metal hanging off over perp area. CA: Discussed replacing ceiling vent covers with pic. COS: pic will replace vent covers.

511-6-1.07(5)(a)

13A - posted: permit/inspection/choking poster/handwashing

Inspector notes: Observed incorrect inspection posted. CA: Discussed posting most current inspection. COS: pic will post current inspection inside and at drive through for public viewing at all times.

511-6-1.02(1)(d)

15A - food and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, and used

Inspector notes: observed torn gasket on reach in cooler at drive through area. CA: Discussed replacing torn gasket with pic. COS: pic will replace torn gasket. Health Dept. will re-check

511-6-1.05(6)(a)

14C - single-use/single-service articles: properly stored, used (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed single use cup used for scooping ice. CA: Discussed scooping ice with ice scoop designed for preventing hand contamination. COS: pic will use ice scoop

511-6-1.05(6)(r)

15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean

511-6-1.05(7)(a)

Mar 24, 2025

Routine

1 critical violation. 1 corrected on site.

View 1 violation

4-1A - food separated and protected (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed opened box of cinnamon rolls stored under raw animal proteins in back freezer. CA: discussed storage and separation with pic-pic moved box of cinnamon rolls.

511-6-1.04(4)(c)

Aug 8, 2024

Routine

2 minor violations.

View 2 violations

15A - food and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, and used

Inspector notes: Observed torn gaskets on prep top cooler. CA: discussed replacing torn gaskets with pic

511-6-1.05(6)(q)

16B - plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

Inspector notes: Observed faucet difficult to turn on in main kitchen and in dining room. CA: discussed repairing hw sink faucets with pic

511-6-1.06(2)(r)

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Dragon Drive-In last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Dragon Drive-In on file is from Apr 29, 2026. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Dragon Drive-In?

Across the inspection record, “nonfood-contact surfaces clean” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Dragon Drive-In.

How does Dragon Drive-In compare to other restaurants in Rome?

Dragon Drive-In most recently scored 70 out of 100, which is lower than the Rome average of 84.

Has Dragon Drive-In's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Dragon Drive-In have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Dragon Drive-In 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 Dragon Drive-In inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Dragon Drive-In is inspected around two times per year on average.

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