Frosty's Griddle & Shake
Last inspected: Mar 2, 2026
86
Score
Inspectors have visited Frosty's Griddle & Shake six times, with records going back to 2024. The latest inspection on file is from Mar 2, 2026. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.
Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near four violations each time.
When inspectors have written things up, “contamination prevented during food preparation” has been the most frequent reason, cited four times.
The city-wide average is 89, putting Frosty's Griddle & Shake squarely in typical territory. Taken together, the history is a positive one.
6
Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
0
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 2, 2026
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 corrected on site.
View 1 violation
6-1A - proper cold holding temperatures
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed reach in cooler under grill was holding TCS food products (Beef patties, pimento cheese, American cheese) in a range of 45F to 47F in the grill area at the time of this inspection. COS: All TCS food discarded. EH suggested they start using other coolers to store food while RIcooler is serviced. CA: Time/temperature control for safety food shall be maintained at 41°F (5°C) or below or 135°F (57°C) or above.
511-6-1.04(6)(f)
86
Sep 11, 2025
Followup
1 critical violation. 1 corrected on site.
View 1 violation
6-1A - proper cold holding temperatures
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed prep top cooler (besides RI freezer in grill prep area) holding TCS food (raw chicken, corn dogs) above 41F in the main kitchen at the time of this inspection. COS: All food in prep top cooler was discarded. CA: Time/temperature control for safety food shall be maintained at 41°F (5°C) or below or 135°F (57°C) or above.
511-6-1.04(6)(f)
86
Jun 12, 2025
Routine
3 critical violations. 3 major violations. 3 minor violations. 7 corrected on site.
View 9 violations
8-2B - toxic substances properly identified, stored, used
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed a sanitizer bucket with a Quat. sanitizer solution well beyond 500 ppm in the grill area at the time of this inspection. COS: Management discarded solution. CA: Quat. sanitizer solution shall be kept within the allowed concentration range of 200 ppm to 400 ppm to avoid contamination.
511-6-1.07(6)(g)
8-2B - toxic substances properly identified, stored, used
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed several toxic chemicals (Paint, wallpaper adhesive) being stored above food items on a shelf on the dry storage area at the time of this inspection. COS: Management stated that toxic chemicals shall be discarded. CA: Poisonous or toxic materials shall be stored so they cannot contaminate food, equipment, utensils, linens, and single-service and single-use articles by; separating the poisonous or toxic materials by spacing or partitioning; and locating the poisonous or toxic materials in an area that is not above food, equipment, utensils, linens, and single-service or single-use articles.
511-6-1.07(6)(c)
8-2B - toxic substances properly identified, stored, used
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed glass cleaner containers being stored besides hot fudge on a prep table, on top of ice machine, and with napkins and paper towels in the main kitchen area at the time of this inspection. COS: Management removed all toxic chemicals. CA: Poisonous or toxic materials shall be stored so they cannot contaminate food, equipment, utensils, linens, and single-service and single-use articles by; separating the poisonous or toxic materials by spacing or partitioning; and locating the poisonous or toxic materials in an area that is not above food, equipment, utensils, linens, and single-service or single-use articles.
511-6-1.07(6)(c)
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed ice dispenser in soda fountain had a large moldlike buildup in food contact surface, as well as a soda nuzzle in the same machine in the front service area at the time of this inspection. COS: Management cleaned food contact surfaces. CA: Food contact surfaces shall be clean to sight and touch.
511-6-1.05(7)(b)
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed that Quat. sanitizer dispenser in three compartment sink was empty and producing a sanitizer concentration of 0 ppm in the kitchen area at the time of this inspection. COS: Management placed a new sanitizer container. CA: Quat. sanitizer dispenser must produce a Quat. sanitizer concentration within the allowed concentration range of 200 ppm to 400 ppm.
511-6-1.05(6)(n)
6-2 - proper date marking and disposition
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed several cups with salad dressing being stored in containers with a date label exceeding the allowed 7 days in a cooler in the front service area by the restrooms. COS: Discarded cups. CA: 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 original container is opened. The day the original container is opened in the food service establishment shall be counted as Day 1.
511-6-1.04(6)(g)
12A - contamination prevented during food preparation, storage, display
Inspector notes: Observed ice covering multiple boxes in the walk in freezer at the time of this inspection. CA: Repair walk in cooler to ensure that buildup of ice does not occur.
511-6-1.04(4)(i)
17D - adequate ventilation and lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: Observed significant buildup on the grill hood ventilation system filters at the time of this inspection. CA: Facility has scheduled for the vents to be professionally cleaned.
12A - contamination prevented during food preparation, storage, display
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed several boxes of food (Ice cream cones, bacon, beef patties, syrup) and several boxes with SSI (Straws, lids, cups, gloves) being stored directly on the floor throughout the facility at the time of this inspection. COS: Management stated that all items will be stored at least 6" above the floor. CA: Food shall be protected from contamination by storing the food in a clean, dry location; where it is not exposed to splash, dust, or other contamination and at least 6 inches (15 cm) above the floor.
511-6-1.04(4)(q)
41
Oct 23, 2024
Followup
2 major violations. 2 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.
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6-2 - proper date marking and disposition
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed multiple food items stored in the main kitchen reach in cooler without a label or date marking at the time of this inspection. COS: Management stated they will reeducate staff on proper labeling of prepared or opened products. CA: Facility must ensure prepared and opened food is labeled to ensure it is not held longer than 7 days.
511-6-1.04(6)(g)
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed ice maker with significant buildup on food contact surface at the time of this inspection. COS: Facility management had the ice maker cleaned at time of inspection. CA: Facility must ensure food contact surfaces are regularly cleaned and sanitized to prevent buildup and protect against contamination.
511-6-1.05(7)(b)
12A - contamination prevented during food preparation, storage, display
Inspector notes: Observed ice covering multiple boxes in the walk in freezer at the time of this inspection. CA: Repair walk in cooler to ensure that buildup of ice does not occur.
511-6-1.04(4)(i)
17D - adequate ventilation and lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: Observed significant buildup on the grill hood ventilation system filters at the time of this inspection. CA: Facility has scheduled for the vents to be professionally cleaned.
511-6-1.07(5)(d)
74
Jul 22, 2024
Routine
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 2 minor violations. 4 corrected on site.
View 6 violations
6-1A - proper cold holding temperatures
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed chicken and pork chops in a prep top cooler stored above 41F at the time of this inspection. COS: Facility management discarded the out of temperature foods. CA: Facility must ensure that all time/temperature as a public health control foods remain held at proper temperatures.
511-6-1.04(6)(f)
1-2B - certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: Observed facility without a Certified Food Safety Manager with valid certification at the time of this inspection. CA: Facility management stated that the manager studying for CFSM quit before the time of this inspection. Facility management was informed that we need to be contacted if the facility loses its last/only CFSM. Facility manager must send Glynn County Environmental Health a valid certification.
511-6-1.03(3)(a)
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed ice maker with significant buildup on food contact surface at the time of this inspection. COS: Facility management had the ice maker cleaned at time of inspection. CA: Facility must ensure food contact surfaces are regularly cleaned and sanitized to prevent buildup and protect against contamination.
511-6-1.05(7)(b)
15B - warewashing facilities: installed, maintained, used; test strips
Inspector notes: Observed chemical sanitizer test strips out of date at the time of this inspection. CA: Facility must buy in date test strips.
511-6-1.05(6)(p)
4-2A - food stored covered
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed buttermilk in the walk in cooler and tea/ice cream toppings in the front food service area stored uncovered at the time of this inspection. COS: FAcility management had the foods covered. CA: Facility must ensure foods remain covered at all times when actively being used/prepared.
511-6-1.04(4)(c)
12A - contamination prevented during food preparation, storage, display
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed ice covering multiple boxes in the walk in freezer at the time of this inspection. CA: Repair walk in cooler to ensure that buildup of ice does not occur.
511-6-1.04(4)(i)
58
Feb 12, 2024
Routine
2 major violations. 2 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.
View 4 violations
1-2B - certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: Observed facility without a Certified Food Safety Manager with valid certification at the time of this inspection. CA: Facility management stated that the CFSM quit two days before the time of this inspection. Facility management was informed that we need to be contacted if the facility loses its last/only CFSM. Facility manager will send Glynn County Environmental Health a valid certification within 60 days.
511-6-1.03(3)(a)
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed three compartment sink with chemical sanitizer level too low for proper sanitization and an empty sanitizer container at the time of this inspection. COS: The sanitizer container and sanitizer were replaced and tested at proper concentrations. CA: Ensure chemical sanitizer remains at proper concentrations for sanitization.
511-6-1.05(6)(n)
12A - contamination prevented during food preparation, storage, display
Inspector notes: Observed ice covering multiple boxes in the walk in freezer at the time of this inspection. CA: Repair walk in cooler to ensure that buildup of ice does not occur.
511-6-1.04(4)(i)
2-2B - proper eating, tasting, drinking, or tobacco use
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed employee eating ice cream in grill area of the kitchen at the time of this inspection. COS: Food was discarded by the employee and their hands were washed. CA: Employees shall consume food only in approved designated areas separate from food preparation and serving areas
511-6-1.03(5)(k)
74
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Frosty's Griddle & Shake last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Frosty's Griddle & Shake on file is from Mar 2, 2026. The public record contains six inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Frosty's Griddle & Shake?
Across the inspection record, “contamination prevented during food preparation” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Frosty's Griddle & Shake.
How does Frosty's Griddle & Shake compare to other restaurants in St Simons Island?
Frosty's Griddle & Shake most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is about the same as the St Simons Island average of 89.
Has Frosty's Griddle & Shake's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Frosty's Griddle & Shake have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Frosty's Griddle & Shake 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 Frosty's Griddle & Shake inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Frosty's Griddle & Shake is inspected around three times per year on average.
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