Freddy's Frozen Custard & Steakburgers
Last inspected: Mar 24, 2026
82
Score
Going back to 2024, Freddy's Frozen Custard & Steakburgers has seven inspections in the public record. The most recent report on file is from Mar 24, 2026. When a facility lands in the low risk tier, it usually means nothing alarming showed up at the most recent visit.
Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around three violations each.
“Proper cold holding temperatures” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing three times across the record.
By comparison, the average Kathleen facility scores 93, putting Freddy's Frozen Custard & Steakburgers on the weaker side. The record reflects steady performance over time.
7
Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 24, 2026
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation. 1 corrected on site.
View 2 violations
6-1A - proper cold holding temperatures
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed Time/temperature control for safety (TCS) foods being cold held inside the prep top cooler above 41F: Shredded Lettuce (56F), Sliced Tomatoes (55F), Tenders(56F), Chicken fillet (53F), and inside of the lower area of the unit: Sliced Cheese (48F) and Hot Dogs (47F). The ambient air temperature was 58F. The employee noticed the prep cooler was unplugged, which indicates the unit and the TCS foods were too warm. Except during preparation, cooking, or cooling, or when time is used as the public health control, Time/Temperature control for Safety foods shall be maintained at 41°F or below. COS: Since the food items had been inside the unit for 3 hours (per Person In Charge), the employee placed them in the freezer to cool to 41°F. Allow the unit's ambient air temperature to reach 4...
511-6-1.04(6)(f)
17B - garbage/refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
Inspector notes: Observed garbage debris on the ground around the dumpster area and around the outside area of the dumpster. Garbage must be stored inside the dumpster and not on the ground. Clean the area around the dumpster.
511-6-1.06(5)(m)
82
Dec 17, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 corrected on site.
View 2 violations
6-1A - proper cold holding temperatures
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed Time/temperature control for safety (TCS) foods being cold held inside the prep top cooler above 41F: Lettuce (48F), Pepper Jack (46F), Tenders(46F), Chicken fillet (46F). The ambient air temp was 36F. Except during preparation, cooking, or cooling, or when time is used as the public health control, time/temperature control for safety food shall be maintained at 41°F or below. The lettuce was double panned. COS: PIC placed food items inside the freezer to cool to 41F.
511-6-1.04(6)(f)
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: Observed the dish machine dispensing 0 parts per million of chlorine sanitizer. A chlorine solution shall have a minimum concentration of 50-99 ppm. Work with maintenance to repair the dish machine.
511-6-1.05(6)(n)
78
Jul 23, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 2 corrected on site.
View 3 violations
6-1A - proper cold holding temperatures
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed several time/temperature control for safety (TCS) foods being cold held inside the prep top cooler above 41F. Observed sliced tomatoes (47F), Brisket (44F), Pepper jack cheese (53F), American cheese (46F), hot dogs (44F), and chicken tenders (44F) stored above 41F. PIC states the food items were placed inside the prep top cooler at 9:30 a.m. Except during preparation, cooking, or cooling, or when time is used as the public health control, time/temperature control for safety food shall be maintained at 41°F. COS: The food items were discarded.
511-6-1.04(6)(f)
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: Observed the ice baffle with a pink substance inside the ice machine. Equipment food-contact surfaces and utensils shall be cleaned in equipment such as ice bins and enclosed components of equipment such as ice makers at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil or mold. Remove the existing ice from the machine and wash, rinse, and sanitize the ice baffle.
511-6-1.05(7)(b)
2-2D - adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed several utensils inside the handwashing sink next to the 3 compartment sink. A handwashing sink shall be maintained so that it is accessible at all times for employee use. COS: Person in charge (PIC) removed the utensils.
511-6-1.06(2)(o)
70
Mar 12, 2025
Routine
5 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 5 violations
12B - personal cleanliness
Inspector notes: Observed an employee assembling burgers on the line with a beard and no beard restraint. Employees preparing or handling food shall use effective and clean, disposable or easily cleanable nets or other hair restraints approved by the Health Authority, worn properly to restrain loose hair including beards and mustaches longer than one half inch. Have bearded employees wear beard restraints while handling and prepping food.
511-6-1.03(5)(j)
12B - personal cleanliness
Inspector notes: Observed an employee assembling burgers on the prep line while wearing a watch on their wrist. Except for a plain ring such as a wedding band food employees may not wear jewelry including medical information jewelry on their arms and hands while preparing food. Have employee remove watch.
511-6-1.03(5)(g)
12C - wiping cloths: properly used and stored
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed a wet wiping cloth being stored in top of the cover to the ice bin at the drive thru. Cloths in-use for wiping counters and other equipment surfaces shall be held between uses in a chemical sanitizer solution at a concentration specified under DPH Rule 511-6-1-.05(6)(n); and laundered daily. Keep wet wiping cloths in a sanitizer buckets and only keep dry cloths on the counters. PIC removed wiping cloth and put it in a sanitizer bucket.
511-6-1.04(4)(m)
13A - posted: permit/inspection/choking poster/handwashing
Inspector notes: Observed the most current inspection report not posted in public view. The one posted is from July 2024. 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. Always have the most current inspection report posted.
511-6-1.02(1)(d)
13A - posted: permit/inspection/choking poster/handwashing
Inspector notes: Observed no inspection report at the drive-thru window. Food service establishments with drive-thru windows will post the current inspection report, and also have the inspection report posted so that a minimum of the top one-third of a copy of the current inspection report is visible through each window allowing customers to easily read the score, date of inspection and establishment information. Post the most current inspection report at the drive-thru window.
511-6-1.02(1)(d)
78
Nov 18, 2024
Routine
3 major violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 3 violations
6-2 - proper date marking and disposition
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed several containers of Time/Temperature Control for Safety (TCS) foods (Lettuce, sliced tomatoes, grilled chicken breast) being stored inside the walk-in cooler without proper date marking. Per the Person in Charge the food items were prepared prior to my arrival. Except as specified in paragraphs 4 through 6 of this subsection, refrigerated, ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared and packaged by a food processing plant shall be clearly marked, at the time the original container is opened in a food service establishment and if the food is held for more than 24 hours, to indicate the date or day by which the food shall be consumed on the premises, sold, or discarded, when held at a temperature of 41°F (5°C) or below for a maximum of 7 days after the origi...
511-6-1.04(6)(g)
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: Observed clean food grade containers on the storage rack with date mark stickers still on them. Equipment food-contact surfaces and utensils shall be clean to sight and touch. Please remove stickers and rewash, rinse, and sanitize the containers.
511-6-1.05(7)(a)
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: Observed the self-serve ice dispenser soiled with a brown substance. Equipment food-contact surfaces and utensils shall be cleaned in equipment such as ice bins and beverage dispensing nozzles and enclosed components of equipment such as ice makers, cooking oil storage tanks and distribution lines, beverage and syrup dispensing lines or tubes, coffee bean grinders, and water vending equipment. Clean ice dispensing nozzles at the self-serve drink machines.
511-6-1.05(7)(b)
74
Jul 3, 2024
Routine
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: Observed the baffle of the ice machine with a pink residue. Equipment food-contact surfaces and utensils shall be cleaned: In equipment such as ice bins and beverage dispensing nozzles and enclosed components of equipment such as ice makers shall be cleaned At a frequency specified by the manufacturer or absent manufacturer specifications, at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil or mold. Discard existing ice to wash, rinse and sanitize interior of the unit.
511-6-1.05(7)(b)
14B - utensils, equipment and linens: properly stored, dried, handled
Inspector notes: Observed several clean containers wet stacked on the storage racks in the dish washing area. After cleaning and sanitizing, equipment and utensils shall be air-dried or used after adequate draining before contact with food. Recommend pyramid stacking so that containers can air dry properly. Re-wash containers.
86
Feb 26, 2024
Routine
No violations found.
100
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Freddy's Frozen Custard & Steakburgers last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Freddy's Frozen Custard & Steakburgers on file is from Mar 24, 2026. The public record contains seven inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Freddy's Frozen Custard & Steakburgers?
Across the inspection record, “proper cold holding temperatures” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Freddy's Frozen Custard & Steakburgers.
How does Freddy's Frozen Custard & Steakburgers compare to other restaurants in Kathleen?
Freddy's Frozen Custard & Steakburgers most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is lower than the Kathleen average of 93.
Has Freddy's Frozen Custard & Steakburgers' inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Freddy's Frozen Custard & Steakburgers have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Freddy's Frozen Custard & Steakburgers 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 Freddy's Frozen Custard & Steakburgers inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Freddy's Frozen Custard & Steakburgers is inspected around three times per year on average.
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