Maryland Fried Chicken

538 S Main St, Swainsboro, GA 30401
American
License: Food Service
Last inspected: Nov 10, 2025
74
Score
Medium Risk

The health department has logged three inspections at Maryland Fried Chicken, the earliest from 2024. The most recent visit was on Nov 10, 2025. A medium risk rating points to a few notable findings at the last inspection, though nothing severe.

Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around four violations each.

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

Restaurants in Swainsboro average 92, so Maryland Fried Chicken trails the local norm. On the whole, the file is mixed but not concerning.

3
Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Nov 10, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 3 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 4 violations
16B - plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: Observed damaged fixture in men's bathroom. Observed water all over floor in prep area. CA: Repair fixture. Keep floor dry to prevent slips/falls.
511-6-1.06(2)(a)
12C - wiping cloths: properly used and stored (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed cloth not in sanitizer on table in front of hot hold area. CA: Keep cloths in sanitizer in between uses.
511-6-1.04(4)(m)
15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: Observed filthy hood system. Filthy fan in kitchen area. Observed grease/crumb accumulation throughout kitchen. CA: Clean thoroughly.
511-6-1.05(7)(a)
17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean
Inspector notes: Observed damaged wall in WIC. CA: Repair wall in WIC.
511-6-1.07(2)(a)
74
Oct 29, 2024
Routine
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
4-2A - food stored covered
Inspector notes: Observed chicken uncovered in WIC. CA: Keep prepped chicken on rack covered.
15A - food and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, and used
Inspector notes: Observed lids with holes/cracks and duct tape covering bins of coleslaw in WIC. CA: Need new lids that are smooth and easily cleanable.
511-6-1.05(2)(a)
15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: Observed grease encrusted exhaust fan in fry area. CA: Clean grease encrusted equipment/ areas thoroughly.
511-6-1.05(7)(a)
18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present
Inspector notes: Observed flies throughout the kitchen. CA: Contract with a licensed PCO for better fly control.
511-6-1.07(5)(k)
78
Mar 7, 2024
Routine
1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
View 6 violations
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: Observed black mold build up in ice machine. CA: Drain and clean inside thoroughly.
511-6-1.05(7)(b)
4-2A - food stored covered
Inspector notes: Observed uncovered breaded chicken on rack in WIC and uncovered containers of livers and gizzards in WIC. CA: Keep all food items covered.
511-6-1.04(4)(c)
12C - wiping cloths: properly used and stored
Inspector notes: Observed wet cloths on serving counter. CA: Keep cloths in sanitizer in between uses.
511-6-1.04(4)(m)
15A - food and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, and used
Inspector notes: Observed peeling paint on shelves. CA: Repaint shelves. Observed serving counter top broken, no longer smooth and easily cleanable. CA: Replace counter tops.
511-6-1.05(2)(a)
15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: Observed breader/chicken juice encrustation on WIC handle. CA: Clean WIC door handles more frequently.
511-6-1.05(7)(a)
17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean
Inspector notes: Observed grease accumulation on walls, power cords, fan, hood, etc. CA: Clean, clean, clean kitchen thoroughly.
511-6-1.07(5)(a)
70

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Maryland Fried Chicken last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Maryland Fried Chicken on file is from Nov 10, 2025. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Maryland Fried Chicken?

Across the inspection record, “nonfood-contact surfaces clean” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Maryland Fried Chicken.

How does Maryland Fried Chicken compare to other restaurants in Swainsboro?

Maryland Fried Chicken most recently scored 74 out of 100, which is lower than the Swainsboro average of 92.

Has Maryland Fried Chicken's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Maryland Fried Chicken have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Maryland Fried Chicken 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 Maryland Fried Chicken inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Maryland Fried Chicken is inspected around two times per year on average.