Krystal (Alabama Hwy)

5703 Alabama Hwy, Ringgold, GA 30736

American

License: Food Service

Last inspected: Jan 30, 2026

Score

Low Risk

The health department has logged five inspections at Krystal (Alabama Hwy), the earliest from 2024. The newest entry in the record is dated Jan 30, 2026. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.

There hasn't been much movement either way: counts have stayed near one violation per visit across recent inspections.

The pattern that stands out is “food separated and protected”, which has been cited two times.

By comparison, the average Ringgold facility scores 95, putting Krystal (Alabama Hwy) on the weaker side. The record reflects steady performance over time.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Jan 30, 2026

Routine

1 critical violation. 1 corrected on site.

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

Inspector notes: OBSERVED RAW SHELL EGGS TOUCHING COOKED SAUSAGE AND OVER BISCUITS IN WALK IN COOLER. CA: DISCUSSED WITH PIC IMPORTANCE OF STORAGE ORDER AND HAD PIC REARRANGE ITEMS IN WALK IN.

511-6-1.04(4)(c)

Jul 25, 2025

Routine

No violations found.

100

Feb 6, 2025

Routine

1 major violation. 1 corrected on site.

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

Inspector notes: OBSERVED COFFEE POT IN HANDSINK. CA: DISCUSSED WITH PIC THAT HANDSINKS MAY ONLY BE USED FOR HANDWASHING. PIC REMOVED COFFEE POT

511-6-1.06(2)(o)

Aug 6, 2024

Routine

1 critical violation. 1 corrected on site.

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

Inspector notes: OBSERVED RAW SHELL EGGS TOUCHING COOKED SAUSAGE AND OVER BISCUITS IN WALK IN COOLER. CA: DISCUSSED WITH PIC IMPORTANCE OF STORAGE ORDER AND HAD PIC REARRANGE ITEMS IN WALK IN.

511-6-1.04(4)(c)

Feb 2, 2024

Routine

1 major violation. 1 minor violation.

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

Inspector notes: Observed ice chute for lobby drink machine to clean to sight and touch. CA - Discussed with PIC that all food contact surfaces in beverage dispenser must be cleaned at least daily, as manufacture specifies, or as often as necessary to maintain them clean and sanitized.

511-6-1.05(7)(b)

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

Inspector notes: Observed the accumulation of ice in walk-in freezer. CA - Discussed with the PIC the need to have walk-in freezer repaired to stop accumulation of ice build up.

511-6-1.05(6)(a)

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Krystal (Alabama Hwy) last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Krystal (Alabama Hwy) on file is from Jan 30, 2026. The public record contains five inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Krystal (Alabama Hwy)?

Across the inspection record, “food separated and protected” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Krystal (Alabama Hwy).

How does Krystal (Alabama Hwy) compare to other restaurants in Ringgold?

Krystal (Alabama Hwy) most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is lower than the Ringgold average of 95.

Has Krystal (Alabama Hwy)'s inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Krystal (Alabama Hwy) have averaged around one violation per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Krystal (Alabama Hwy) 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 Krystal (Alabama Hwy) inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Krystal (Alabama Hwy) is inspected around three times per year on average.

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