Krystal

1884 N Columbia St, Milledgeville, GA 31061
American
License: Food Service
Last inspected: Mar 5, 2026
86
Score
Low Risk

Public records show seven inspections at Krystal stretching back to 2024. The latest inspection on file is from Mar 5, 2026. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.

Recent inspections have found fewer violations than earlier ones, averaging around three violations lately and about six violations before that.

Looking across the full record, “proper cold holding temperatures” is the recurring theme, flagged five times.

Restaurants in Milledgeville average 90, so Krystal trails the local norm. The record reflects steady performance over time.

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Inspections
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Critical latest
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Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 5, 2026
Routine
1 critical violation.
View 1 violation
6-1A - proper cold holding temperatures
Inspector notes: Observed sliced cheese at 51F and Shredded cheese at 52F in prep top cooler. Observed ambient temperature at 53 in RIC. 511-6-1.04(6)(f) - Time/Temperature Control for Safety; Cold Holding (P) (f) Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food, Hot and Cold Holding. 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 (5°C) or below or 135°F (57°C) or above, except that roasts cooked to a temperature and for a time specified in subsection (5)(a)2 of this Rule and reheated using the same temperature and time conditions as cooking may be held at a temperature of 130°F (54°C) or above. PIC was notified Education was provided.
511-6-1.04(6)(f)
86
Aug 25, 2025
Followup
2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
2-2B - proper eating, tasting, drinking, or tobacco use
Inspector notes: Observed employee beverage on top of fryer area. (j) Hygienic Practices. 1. Employees shall not use tobacco in any form, or electronic devices that simulate tobacco smoking, while engaged in food preparation or service, nor while in areas used for equipment or utensil washing and storage, food preparation or food storage. Employees shall only use tobacco products or electronic devices that simulate tobacco smoking in approved designated areas. 2. Employees shall consume food only in approved designated areas separate from food preparation and serving areas, equipment or utensil areas and food storage areas. However, drinking from a single service beverage cup with a secure lid and straw that is handled to prevent contamination of the employee’s hands, the container, exposed food, clean...
4-2A - food stored covered
Inspector notes: 511-6-1.04(4)(c)1(iv) - Packaged & Unpackaged Food, food stored covered(C) (iv) Except as specified under paragraph 2. of this subsection and when cooling as specified in DPH Rule 511-6-1-.04(6)(e)2.(ii), storing the food in packages, covered containers, or wrappings, except for loosely covered or uncovered containers in which food is being cooled if protected from overhead contamination; Cover was placed on food.
15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: Observed build up of grease and debris under and on fryers. 511-6-1.05(7)(d) - Nonfood-Contact Surfaces (C) (d) Nonfood-Contact Surfaces. Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be cleaned at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil. PIC was informed of violation and education was provided.
78
Aug 15, 2025
Followup
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 5 violations
4-1A - food separated and protected
Inspector notes: Observed sliced cheese stored on top of raw bacon in RIC. 511-6-1.04(4)(c)1(i)(ii)(iii)(v)(vi)(vii)(viii) - Packaged & Unpackaged Food Separation, Packaging, and Segregation (P, C) (c) Packaged and Unpackaged Food - Separation, Packaging, and Segregation. 1. Food shall be protected from cross contamination by: (i) Except as specified in paragraph (i)(IV) of this subsection, separating raw animal foods during storage, preparation, holding, and display from: (I) Raw ready-to-eat food including other raw animal food such as fish for sushi or molluscan shellfish, or other raw ready-to-eat food such as fruits and vegetables, P and (II) Cooked ready-to-eat food; and P (III) Fruits and vegetables before they are washed; P (IV) Frozen, commercially processed and packaged raw animal food may be...
511-6-1.04(4)(c)
6-1A - proper cold holding temperatures
Inspector notes: Observed shredded cheese at 54F and an Ambient temperature of 56F in cooler in main kitchen. 511-6-1.04(6)(f) - Time/Temperature Control for Safety; Cold Holding (P) (f) Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food, Hot and Cold Holding. 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 (5°C) or below or 135°F (57°C) or above, except that roasts cooked to a temperature and for a time specified in subsection (5)(a)2 of this Rule and reheated using the same temperature and time conditions as cooking may be held at a temperature of 130°F (54°C) or above. P PIC was notified. Education was provided.
4-2A - food stored covered
Inspector notes: Observed a container of cheese and a container of donuts balls uncovered in RIC. 511-6-1.04(4)(c)1(iv) - Packaged & Unpackaged Food, food stored covered(C) (iv) Except as specified under paragraph 2. of this subsection and when cooling as specified in DPH Rule 511-6-1-.04(6)(e)2.(ii), storing the food in packages, covered containers, or wrappings, except for loosely covered or uncovered containers in which food is being cooled if protected from overhead contamination; PIC was notified. Education was provided.
17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean
Inspector notes: Observed ceiling with missing tiles and a leak in main kitchen area. 511-6-1.07(5)(a),(b) - Good Repair, physical facilities maintained; Cleaning, Frequency & Restrictions, cleaned often enough to keep them clean (C) (5) Maintenance and Operation. (a) Good Repair. All physical facilities shall be maintained in good repair. (b) Cleaning, Frequency and Restrictions. 1. The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean and by methods that prevent contamination of food products. 2. Except for cleaning that is necessary due to a spill or other accident, cleaning shall be done during periods when the least amount of food is exposed, such as after closing. 3. If present, playground equipment and associated areas shall be maintained in a clean and sanitary condit...
15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: Observed build up of grease and debris on grill station of main kitchen. 511-6-1.05(7)(d) - Nonfood-Contact Surfaces (C) (d) Nonfood-Contact Surfaces. Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be cleaned at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil residues. PIC was notified. Education was provided.
61
Aug 5, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 5 violations
6-1A - proper cold holding temperatures
Inspector notes: Observed shredded cheese at 54F and an Ambient temperature of 57F in cooler in main kitchen. 511-6-1.04(6)(f) - Time/Temperature Control for Safety; Cold Holding (P) (f) Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food, Hot and Cold Holding. 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 (5°C) or below or 135°F (57°C) or above, except that roasts cooked to a temperature and for a time specified in subsection (5)(a)2 of this Rule and reheated using the same temperature and time conditions as cooking may be held at a temperature of 130°F (54°C) or above. P PIC was notified. Education was provided.
511-6-1.04(6)(f)
4-2A - food stored covered
Inspector notes: Observed several containers of onions uncovered in WIC. Observed a container of cheese and a container of donuts balls uncovered in RIC. 511-6-1.04(4)(c)1(iv) - Packaged & Unpackaged Food, food stored covered(C) (iv) Except as specified under paragraph 2. of this subsection and when cooling as specified in DPH Rule 511-6-1-.04(6)(e)2.(ii), storing the food in packages, covered containers, or wrappings, except for loosely covered or uncovered containers in which food is being cooled if protected from overhead contamination; PIC was notified. Education was provided.
6-2 - proper date marking and disposition
Inspector notes: Observed a container of cooked pork and containers of onions in liquid without a date. 511-6-1.04(6)(g) - Ready-To-Eat Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food, Date Marking (Pf) (g) Ready-to-Eat Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food, Date Marking 1. Except when packaging food using a reduced oxygen packaging method, and except as specified in paragraphs 5 and 6 of this subsection, refrigerated, ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared and held in a food establishment for more than 24 hours shall be clearly marked 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. The day of preparation shall be counted as Day 1. Pf 2. Except as specified...
511-6-1.04(6)(g)
17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean
Inspector notes: Observed several small puddles on the floor in main kitchen. 511-6-1.07(5)(a),(b) - Good Repair, physical facilities maintained; Cleaning, Frequency & Restrictions, cleaned often enough to keep them clean (C) (5) Maintenance and Operation. (a) Good Repair. All physical facilities shall be maintained in good repair. (b) Cleaning, Frequency and Restrictions. 1. The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean and by methods that prevent contamination of food products. 2. Except for cleaning that is necessary due to a spill or other accident, cleaning shall be done during periods when the least amount of food is exposed, such as after closing. 3. If present, playground equipment and associated areas shall be maintained in a clean and sanitary condition. In...
511-6-1.07(5)(a)
17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean
Inspector notes: Observed ceiling with missing tiles and a leak in main kitchen area. 511-6-1.07(5)(a),(b) - Good Repair, physical facilities maintained; Cleaning, Frequency & Restrictions, cleaned often enough to keep them clean (C) (5) Maintenance and Operation. (a) Good Repair. All physical facilities shall be maintained in good repair. (b) Cleaning, Frequency and Restrictions. 1. The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean and by methods that prevent contamination of food products. 2. Except for cleaning that is necessary due to a spill or other accident, cleaning shall be done during periods when the least amount of food is exposed, such as after closing. 3. If present, playground equipment and associated areas shall be maintained in a clean and sanitary condit...
511-6-1.07(5)(a)
64
Feb 5, 2025
Routine
3 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 7 violations
2-2D - adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible
Inspector notes: Observed no hand drying aid at handwash sink. 511-6-1.07(3)(b) - Hand Drying Provision (Pf) (b) Hand Drying Provision. Each handwashing sink or group of adjacent handwashing sinks shall be provided with: 1. Individual, disposable towels; Pf 2. A continuous towel system that supplies the user with a clean towel; Pf 3. A heated-air hand drying device; Pf or 4. A hand drying device that employs an air-knife system that delivers high velocity, pressurized air at ambient temperatures. PIC was notified. Education was provided.
511-6-1.07(3)(b)
6-2 - proper date marking and disposition
Inspector notes: Observed cooked sausages in WIC without a label/date. 511-6-1.04(6)(g) - Ready-To-Eat Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food, Date Marking (Pf) (g) Ready-to-Eat Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food, Date Marking 1. Except when packaging food using a reduced oxygen packaging method, and except as specified in paragraphs 4 and 5 of this subsection, refrigerated, ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared and held in a food establishment for more than 24 hours shall be clearly marked 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. The day of preparation shall be counted as Day 1. Pf 2. Except as specified in paragraphs 4 through 6 of thi...
511-6-1.04(6)(g)
6-2 - proper date marking and disposition
Inspector notes: Observed gravy in WIC without a date/label. 511-6-1.04(6)(g) - Ready-To-Eat Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food, Date Marking (Pf) (g) Ready-to-Eat Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food, Date Marking 1. Except when packaging food using a reduced oxygen packaging method, and except as specified in paragraphs 4 and 5 of this subsection, refrigerated, ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared and held in a food establishment for more than 24 hours shall be clearly marked 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. The day of preparation shall be counted as Day 1. Pf 2. Except as specified in paragraphs 4 through 6 of this subsecti...
511-6-1.04(6)(g)
4-2A - food stored covered
Inspector notes: Observed sausage patties and several containers of onions uncovered in WIC. 511-6-1.04(4)(c)1(iv) - Packaged & Unpackaged Food, food stored covered(C) (iv) Except as specified under paragraph 2. of this subsection and when cooling as specified in DPH Rule 511-6-1-.04(6)(e)2.(ii), storing the food in packages, covered containers, or wrappings, except for loosely covered or uncovered containers in which food is being cooled if protected from overhead contamination; PIC was notified. Education was provided.
511-6-1.04(4)(c)
4-2A - food stored covered
Inspector notes: Observed doughnut holes uncovered in RIC. 511-6-1.04(4)(c)1(iv) - Packaged & Unpackaged Food, food stored covered(C) (iv) Except as specified under paragraph 2. of this subsection and when cooling as specified in DPH Rule 511-6-1-.04(6)(e)2.(ii), storing the food in packages, covered containers, or wrappings, except for loosely covered or uncovered containers in which food is being cooled if protected from overhead contamination; PIC was notified. Education was provided.
511-6-1.04(4)(c)
15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: Observed build up of grease and debris on grill station of main kitchen. 511-6-1.05(7)(d) - Nonfood-Contact Surfaces (C) (d) Nonfood-Contact Surfaces. Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be cleaned at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil residues. PIC was notified. Education was provided.
511-6-1.05(7)(d)
2-2D - adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible
Inspector notes: Observed dishes being stored in handwash sink. 511-6-1.07(3)(c) - Handwashing Aids & Devices, Use Restrictions (C) c) Handwashing Aids and Devices, Use Restrictions. A sink used for food preparation or utensil washing, or a service sink or curbed cleaning facility used for the disposal of mop water or similar wastes, may not be provided with the handwashing aids and devices required for a handwashing sink. PIC was notified. Education was provided.
511-6-1.07(3)(c)
61
Aug 5, 2024
Routine
3 critical violations. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 5 violations
6-1A - proper cold holding temperatures
Inspector notes: Observed cheese in RIC at 54 degrees. 511-6-1.04(6)(f) - Time/Temperature Control for Safety; Cold Holding (P) (f) Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food, Hot and Cold Holding. 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 (5°C) or below or 135°F (57°C) or above, except that roasts cooked to a temperature and for a time specified in subsection (5)(a)2 of this Rule and reheated using the same temperature and time conditions as cooking may be held at a temperature of 130°F (54°C) or above. PIC was notified. Education was provided.
511-6-1.04(6)(f)
6-1A - proper cold holding temperatures
Inspector notes: Observed sliced cheese at 56 degrees and shredded cheese at 57 degrees in Prep top cooler.
511-6-1.04(6)(f)
6-1B - proper hot holding temperatures
Inspector notes: Observed eggs in steam well at 112 degrees. 511-6-1.04(6)(f) - Time/Temperature Control for Safety; Hot Holding (P) (f) Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food, Hot and Cold Holding. 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 (5°C) or below or 135°F (57°C) or above, except that roasts cooked to a temperature and for a time specified in subsection (5)(a)2 of this Rule and reheated using the same temperature and time conditions as cooking may be held at a temperature of 130°F (54°C) or above. PIC was notified. Education was provided.
511-6-1.04(6)(f)
2-2D - adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible
Inspector notes: Observed no hand drying aid at handwash sink. 511-6-1.07(3)(b) - Hand Drying Provision (Pf) (b) Hand Drying Provision. Each handwashing sink or group of adjacent handwashing sinks shall be provided with: 1. Individual, disposable towels; Pf 2. A continuous towel system that supplies the user with a clean towel; Pf 3. A heated-air hand drying device; Pf or 4. A hand drying device that employs an air-knife system that delivers high velocity, pressurized air at ambient temperatures. PIC was notified. Education was provided.
511-6-1.07(3)(b)
12A - contamination prevented during food preparation, storage, display
Inspector notes: Observed a pack of raw chicken stored on the floor in WIF. 511-6-1.04(4)(q) - Food Storage (C) (q) Food Storage. 1. Except as specified in paragraphs 2 and 3 of this subsection, food shall be protected from contamination by storing the food: (i) In a clean, dry location; (ii) Where it is not exposed to splash, dust, or other contamination; and (iii) At least 6 inches (15 cm) above the floor. 2. Food in packages and working containers may be stored less than 6 inches (15 cm) above the floor on case lot handling equipment if the equipment can be moved by hand or by conveniently available apparatuses such as hand trucks and forklifts. 3. Pressurized beverage containers, cased food in waterproof containers such as bottles or cans, and milk containers in plastic crates may be stored on a flo...
511-6-1.04(4)(q)
55
Mar 22, 2024
Routine
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
2-2D - adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible
Inspector notes: Observed Food and debris in handwash sink. 511-6-1.07(3)(c) - Handwashing Aids & Devices, Use Restrictions (C) c) Handwashing Aids and Devices, Use Restrictions. A sink used for food preparation or utensil washing, or a service sink or curbed cleaning facility used for the disposal of mop water or similar wastes, may not be provided with the handwashing aids and devices required for a handwashing sink. PIC was informed. education was provided
511-6-1.07(3)(c)
15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: Observed and accumulation of food, grease, and water below cook station. 511-6-1.05(7)(d) - Nonfood-Contact Surfaces (C) (d) Nonfood-Contact Surfaces. Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be cleaned at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil residues. PIC was informed. Cleaning plan was discussed
511-6-1.05(7)(d)
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Krystal last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Krystal on file is from Mar 5, 2026. The public record contains seven inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Krystal?

Across the inspection record, “proper cold holding temperatures” has been cited five times, more than any other issue at Krystal.

How does Krystal compare to other restaurants in Milledgeville?

Krystal most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is lower than the Milledgeville average of 90.

Has Krystal's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Krystal have averaged around three violations per visit, down from roughly six earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Krystal 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 inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Krystal is inspected around four times per year on average.