Mcdonald's
Last inspected: Nov 10, 2025
52
Score
Mcdonald's appears in inspection records four times, starting in 2024. On Nov 10, 2025, the health department conducted the most recent visit. High risk usually means inspectors flagged either critical violations or a stack of smaller ones.
The trend has not been favorable: recent inspections average around nine violations each, up from closer to six violations before.
Looking across the full record, “food-contact surfaces” is the recurring theme, flagged four times.
That's lower than the typical Locust Grove restaurant, which scores around 78. Diners may want to weigh the inspection history when deciding to visit.
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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
Nov 10, 2025
Routine
4 major violations. 5 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 9 violations
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: Observed a metal pan used to store the bulk ice bucket on with a brown and black debris on the surface. Observed the holding tray for the skimmer filled with a thick accumulation. Observed clean dishes on the clean dishes shelf with old food accumulation on them. All food contact surfaces should be clean to the sight and touch.
511-6-1.05(7)(a)
16A - hot and cold water available; adequate pressure
Inspector notes: Observed the preparation sink with only cold water (66F). The sink must be equipped with both hot and cold water.
511-6-1.06(1)(g)
2-2D - adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible
Inspector notes: Observed no paper towels at the handwashing sink on the hot line.
511-6-1.07(3)(b)
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed the dishwasher not dispensing properly. Dish machine was primed, and it still did not show a sanitizer concentration. PIC placed an "out of order" sign on the dish washer. Please call your chemical company to service the machine and discontinue use of it until it is dispensing at 50-100 PPM chlorine. Please send a copy of the completed service report to sabrina.young@dph.ga.gov by 11/13/25. Observed the chemical sanitizer in the 3-compartment sink at 0 PPM quaternary ammonium solution. PIC remade the solution to 200 PPM quaternary ammonium (COS).
511-6-1.05(6)(n)
14B - utensils, equipment and linens: properly stored, dried, handled
Inspector notes: Observed dishes stacked together and wet nesting on the dry dishes shelf. Dishes must be properly washed and then placed individually to air dry before stacking them.
511-6-1.05(10)(a)
14B - utensils, equipment and linens: properly stored, dried, handled
Inspector notes: Observed the bulk ice container stored in front of the ice machine not inverted to protect from contamination.
511-6-1.05(10)(e)
15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: Observed an accumulation of build up and a white mold like substance on the interior surface of the juice machine. Observed old food accumulation in the reach in freezer. Make sure to clean the surfaces throughout the day to avoid buildup.
511-6-1.05(7)(a)
17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean
Inspector notes: Observed the floor tile cracked by the walk in freezer door. The tile must be replaced or properly sealed with cement to make it smooth, easily cleanable, and nonabsorbent. Also, the walk in freezer floor was filled with a thick accumulation of food and build up. Observed food accumulation and grease build up on the floors underneath the fryers. Also, a cardboard box on the floor that was soiled with grease build up.
511-6-1.07(5)(a)
17D - adequate ventilation and lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: Observed the three vents in front of the walk in cooler and the air curtain by the front drive thru window with a thick accumulation of dust build up.
511-6-1.07(2)(j)
52
May 15, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations. 3 corrected on site.
View 5 violations
6-2 - proper date marking and disposition
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed 3 containers of dehydrated onions stored in the reach in cooler with expired dates (5/13 and 5/14). All dehydrated onions were discarded (COS).
511-6-1.04(6)(h)
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: Observed the ice machine in the lobby with a black mold-like debris on the interior surface. Observed a metal pan used to store the bulk ice bucket on with a brown and black debris on the surface. All food contact surfaces should be clean to the sight and touch.
511-6-1.05(7)(a)
6-2 - proper date marking and disposition
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed several containers of dehydrated onions stored in the reach in cooler without a preparation or expiration date. PIC discarded the onions (COS).
511-6-1.04(6)(g)
15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: Observed the interior drawer of the reach in cooler on the front-end filled with whipped topping. Observed the tea station by the back drive thru window with an accumulation of tea, syrup, and sugar products on it. Observed an accumulation of food debris on the exterior surface of the ice cream machine. Make sure to clean the surfaces throughout the day to avoid buildup.
511-6-1.05(7)(a)
17D - adequate ventilation and lighting; designated areas used
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed employee's food stored in the reach in cooler (prep cooler). All employee's items should be stored in a designated area that will not cause contamination to food items being served with a label to identify it. Food item was discarded (COS).
511-6-1.07(4)(b)
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Nov 15, 2024
Routine
1 critical violation. 6 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 7 violations
3-1C - food in good condition, safe, and unadulterated
Inspector notes: Observed shake mixed stored in the ice cream machine with a black mold-like debris. The shake mix itself was spoiled (strong odor) and it was lumpy and dark yellow. PIC stated that the machine is due for a deep cleaning and the company is coming to clean it. The GM stated that there should not have been any shake mix in the machine because it is not working. Advised PIC to remove all shake mix and clean the interior surface, and then get the machine deep cleaned.
511-6-1.04(1)
11C - approved thawing methods used
Inspector notes: Observed potentially hazardous food thawing in the reach in freezer. The motor on the back of the freezer is frozen over and it is causing the food not to freeze properly. Advised PIC to take the food to the reach in cooler to use first. Food cannot be refrozen.
511-6-1.04(6)(c)
12B - personal cleanliness
Inspector notes: Observed employees with hats on, but hair hanging in the face and down not secured with a restraint. Advised PIC to tell all employees to restrain their hair even though they have are required to wear hats. This is a repeat violation.
511-6-1.03(5)(j)
14B - utensils, equipment and linens: properly stored, dried, handled
Inspector notes: Observed dishes stacked on the storage rack with water on the inside surface. Advised PIC to properly air dry dishes before stacking them for storage.
511-6-1.05(10)(a)
15A - food and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, and used
Inspector notes: Observed the blowers (vents) in the walk in cooler in need of cleaning due to dust debris that can cause contamination of food products.
511-6-1.05(1)(i)
15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed the interior surface of the cabinets on the drink machine in the lobby with an excessive amount of wetness and a grey-mold like substance. Advised PIC to clean the area and to make sure that it stays dry (COS). Also, observed a pan underneath the the fry station in need of cleaning due to a thick accumulation of old grease. The pan is used to catch grease from the fries.
511-6-1.05(7)(d)
17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean
Inspector notes: Observed the floors wet in the kitchen underneath the ice machine and by the back door. Advised PIC to keep the floors dry to avoid slips and area where pest will harbor.
511-6-1.07(2)(a)
64
May 22, 2024
Routine
6 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.
View 6 violations
15A - food and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, and used
Inspector notes: Observed the ice machine chute with rust on it. Please contact ECOLAB and get a chemical that removes rust from the ice machine. If company can't find a chemical to remove rust then the ice machine chute will need to be replaced.
511-6-1.05(2)(a)
15A - food and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, and used
Inspector notes: Observed the nozzle broken on the 3-compartment sink. PIC stated that a maintenance request has already been submitted for the sink.
511-6-1.05(6)(a)
17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean
Inspector notes: Observed the floors in the walk in freezer with a build up of old food and ice. Please clean regularly.
511-6-1.07(2)(a)
12B - personal cleanliness
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed employees with visors and hats on, but hair was hanging below the hats/visors (long braids and ponytails). PIC instructed employees to pulled hair back in a bun then put visor/hat on (COS).
511-6-1.03(5)(j)
14A - in-use utensils: properly stored
Inspector notes: Observed the ice scoop laying on the table right by sweet tea canister. The scoop will need to be stored cover in a ice scoop container.
511-6-1.04(4)(k)
14C - single-use/single-service articles: properly stored, used
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed single-use lids stored on the floor in the dry storage area. PIC picked items up (COS)(Repeat). Make sure to store all food related items 6 inches or higher off the floor.
511-6-1.05(10)(e)
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Mcdonald's last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Mcdonald's on file is from Nov 10, 2025. The public record contains four inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Mcdonald's?
Across the inspection record, “food-contact surfaces” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Mcdonald's.
How does Mcdonald's compare to other restaurants in Locust Grove?
Mcdonald's most recently scored 52 out of 100, which is lower than the Locust Grove average of 78.
Has Mcdonald's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Mcdonald's have averaged around nine violations per visit, up from roughly six earlier in the record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Mcdonald's means the most recent inspection flagged either critical violations or a substantial number of smaller ones. Diners may want to read the violation details before deciding to visit.
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