Mcdonalds #13495
Last inspected: Apr 29, 2026
86
Score
Across the available record, Mcdonalds #13495 has seven inspections on file, the first dated 2024. The newest entry in the record is dated Apr 29, 2026. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.
Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around two violations each.
“Physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean” comes up most often, recorded four times in the inspection record.
Mcdonalds #13495's latest score is in line with the Saint Simons Island average of 88. 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
Apr 29, 2026
Routine
1 major violation. 1 minor violation. 1 corrected on site.
View 2 violations
2-2D - adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed hand washing sink in main kitchen did not have paper towels at the time of this inspection. COS: Management added paper towels. CA: Each handwashing sink or group of adjacent handwashing sinks shall be provided with individual, disposable towels.
511-6-1.07(3)(b)
17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean
Inspector notes: Observed walk in freezer door (between WI cooler and WI freezer) was not fully closing and was missing a latch at the time of this inspection. CA: All physical facilities shall be kept in good repair.
511-6-1.07(5)(a)
86
Nov 13, 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 both women's and men's bathrooms did not have soap available at the time of this inspection. COS: Management replenished soap dispensers. CA: Each handwashing sink or group of two adjacent handwashing sinks shall be provided with a supply of hand cleaning liquid, powder, or bar soap.
511-6-1.07(3)(a)
90
May 6, 2025
Followup
1 minor violation. 1 corrected on site.
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14C - single-use/single-service articles: properly stored, used
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed a stack of coffee filters being stored uncovered in dry storage area as well as another stack of coffee filters stored uncovered in the main kitchen area at the time of this inspection. COS: Management stored in bag. CA: Cleaned equipment and utensils, laundered linens, and single-service and single-use articles shall be stored in a clean, dry location; where they are not exposed to splash, dust, or other contamination; and at least 6 inches (15 centimeters) above the floor.
511-6-1.05(10)(e)
95
Feb 6, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.
View 3 violations
6-1A - proper cold holding temperatures
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed food items (cut fruit bags, whipped cream) being kept above the allowed temperature of 41 F for cold holding in an under counter cooler in the main kitchen at the time of this inspection. COS: Manager discarded food items. CA: All cold held TCS food items shall be kept at or bellow 41 F to avoid contamination.
511-6-1.04(6)(f)
4-2A - food stored covered
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed a container with griddles being stored uncovered on the main kitchen at the time of this inspection. COS: Manager covered food items. CA: All food must be stored covered to prevent vertical contamination.
511-6-1.04(4)(c)
17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean
Inspector notes: Observed that cooling unit in walk-in freezer had a large ice buildup and the ceiling was covered in ice drops at the time of this inspection. CA: All physical facilities shall be maintained in good repair to avoid contamination.
511-6-1.07(5)(a)
78
Aug 12, 2024
Routine
3 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
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12A - contamination prevented during food preparation, storage, display
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed that ice bin in drive-through area did not have a lid on it and was exposed to vertical contamination at the time of this inspection. COS: Manager stated that they shall empty ice bin and refill with clean ice. CA: Ice shall be protected from splash, dust, or other sources of vertical contamination.
511-6-1.04(4)(q)
17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean
Inspector notes: Observed that cooling unit in walk-in freezer had a large ice buildup at the time of this inspection. CA: All physical facilities shall be maintained in good repair.
511-6-1.07(5)(a)
17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean
Inspector notes: Observed that both entry doors did not close completely and left big gaps at the time of this inspection. CA: All physical facilities shall be maintained in good repair.
511-6-1.07(5)(a)
86
Jan 26, 2024
Followup
2 minor violations.
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12A - contamination prevented during food preparation, storage, display
Inspector notes: Observed boxes of foods with frozen drippings on them from the WI freezers cooling unit at the time of this inspection. CA: Manager stated that the boxes will be moved. Boxes of food cannot be stored in contact with water or ice.
511-6-1.04(4)(i)
17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean
Inspector notes: Observed several ice drops on ceiling of WI freezer at the time of this inspection. Manager explained some warm air comes in from the outside which later gets condensed and freezes. CA: Manager stated they believe the problem to be related to their freezer outside door which is leaking warm air from the outside. Freezers doors must be sealed from the outside environment.
511-6-1.07(2)(h)
90
Jan 12, 2024
Routine
2 critical violations. 5 minor violations. 5 corrected on site.
View 7 violations
6-2 - proper date marking and disposition
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed bottles of milk in WI cooler which were out of date at the time of this inspection. CA: Manager discarded the out of date milk bottles. Ready to eat temperature controlled foods must be discarded when they have reached their expiration date.
511-6-1.04(6)(h)
6-1D - time as a public health control: procedures and records
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed TCS RTE foods (sliced apples, bottles of milk) being stored in under counter cooler (with ambient temp of46.0F) exceeding the required time as public health control time of 4h for TCS RTE foods. COS: Discarded food items. CA: Time as public health control cannot exceed a maximum of 4 h if kept above the allowed 41.0F. Items were stored in under counter cooler all day and then moved to the WI cooler for the night.
511-6-1.04(6)(i)
12A - contamination prevented during food preparation, storage, display
Inspector notes: Observed boxes of foods with frozen drippings on them from the WI freezers cooling unit at the time of this inspection. CA: Manager stated that the boxes will be moved. Boxes of food cannot be stored in contact with water or ice.
511-6-1.04(4)(i)
14A - in-use utensils: properly stored
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed SSIs (burger boxes) being stored with food contact surface exposed (facing up) at the time of this inspection. COS: Manager discarded boxes. CA: Single service items should be stored with food contact surfaces covered or facing down.
511-6-1.04(4)(k)
14B - utensils, equipment and linens: properly stored, dried, handled
Inspector notes: Observed several cleaned stacks of pans and pots being stored with food contact surface facing up on the drying rack at the kitchen at the time of this inspection. CA: Utensils most be stored to protect the food contact area from contamination.
511-6-1.05(10)(a)
14C - single-use/single-service articles: properly stored, used
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed several boxes of SSI being stored directly on the floor at the storage area at the time of this inspection. COS: Manager moved boxes to a shelve that was over 6 inches from the floor. CA: All boxes should be stored 6 inches above the floor.
511-6-1.05(10)(e)
17D - adequate ventilation and lighting; designated areas used
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed employee jacket being stored on shelf at the storage area by SSIs at the time of this inspection. COS: Manager moved jacket to employee storage area. CA: Employee personal items must be stored in a designated area away from food and food contact surfaces.
511-6-1.07(5)(j)
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Mcdonalds #13495 last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Mcdonalds #13495 on file is from Apr 29, 2026. The public record contains seven inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Mcdonalds #13495?
Across the inspection record, “physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Mcdonalds #13495.
How does Mcdonalds #13495 compare to other restaurants in Saint Simons Island?
Mcdonalds #13495 most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is about the same as the Saint Simons Island average of 88.
Has Mcdonalds #13495's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Mcdonalds #13495 have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Mcdonalds #13495 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 Mcdonalds #13495 inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Mcdonalds #13495 is inspected around three times per year on average.
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