Mcdonald's

4109 Bemiss Rd, Valdosta, GA 31605

American

License: Food Service

Last inspected: Apr 30, 2026

Score

Low Risk

Public records show five inspections at Mcdonald's stretching back to 2024. On Apr 30, 2026, the health department conducted the most recent visit. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.

The trend has not been favorable: recent inspections average around three violations each, up from closer to one violation before.

Across the inspection history, “proper cooling methods used” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded two times.

That's lower than the typical Valdosta restaurant, which scores around 93. The full record sits in fairly typical territory for a working restaurant.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Apr 30, 2026

Routine

1 major violation. 2 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.

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11A - proper cooling methods used: adequate equipment for temperature control

Inspector notes: Two reach-in coolers not properly maintaining 41F or lower. Ice build-up observed RIC at drive thru and standing water inside McCafe cooler. Have cooler units serviced and do not place any TCS foods inside until units are at/maintain 41F or lower.

511-6-1.05(3)(a)

15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean

Inspector notes: Grill area observed with build-up of grease accumulated on floor. Must be cleaned within timely manner, send verification to Bernotta.Linder@dph.ga.gov

511-6-1.05(7)(d)

15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Fry holder cabinet observed with grease debris & fry crumbles underneath. COS, Fry holder cabinet was cleaned & sanitized by staff.

511-6-1.05(7)(d)

Dec 19, 2025

Routine

1 critical violation. 1 minor violation. 2 corrected on site.

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10D - food properly labeled; original container (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed box and bags of shredded lettuce with use by dates of 12/17/2025 in walk-in cooler. COS, Box & bags of lettuce were discarded by PIC.

511-6-1.04(8)(b)

15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Fry holder cabinet observed with grease debris underneath. Grill area observed with grease also. COS, Fry holder cabinet and grill area was cleaned & sanitized by staff.

511-6-1.05(7)(a)

Mar 18, 2025

Routine

No violations found.

100

Dec 11, 2024

Routine

1 critical violation. 1 corrected on site.

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8-2B - toxic substances properly identified, stored, used (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Chlorine sanitizer solution exceeding the maximum concentration allowed. COS, Sanitizer solution was diluted upon request. Retested and at proper concentration.

511-6-1.07(6)(g)

Apr 22, 2024

Routine

1 major violation. 1 minor violation. 1 corrected on site.

View 2 violations

11A - proper cooling methods used: adequate equipment for temperature control

Inspector notes: McCafe reach-in cooler not maintaining TCS foods at proper temperature. Unit observed with large ice block along vents. Monitor unit once thawed completed. Have serviced if not maintaining at 41F or lower.

511-6-1.05(3)(a)

12C - wiping cloths: properly used and stored (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Wet wiping cloths not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. COS, Cloths were removed from equipment and placed back into sanitizer solution upon request.

511-6-1.04(4)(m)

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Mcdonald's last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Mcdonald's on file is from Apr 30, 2026. The public record contains five inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Mcdonald's?

Across the inspection record, “proper cooling methods used” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Mcdonald's.

How does Mcdonald's compare to other restaurants in Valdosta?

Mcdonald's most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is lower than the Valdosta average of 93.

Has Mcdonald's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Mcdonald's have averaged around three violations per visit, up from roughly one earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Mcdonald's 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 Mcdonald's inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Mcdonald's is inspected around two times per year on average.

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