Raising Cane's

795 Baxter St, Athens, GA 30605

American

License: Food Service

Last inspected: Apr 29, 2026

Score

Low Risk

Going back to 2024, Raising Cane's has five inspections in the public record. Inspectors last stopped by on Apr 29, 2026. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.

There hasn't been much movement either way: counts have stayed near two violations per visit across recent inspections.

The pattern that stands out is “utensils, equipment and linens”, which has been cited four times.

That puts the facility ahead of the local pack: the average Athens restaurant scores 88. The record reflects steady performance over time.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Apr 29, 2026

Routine

1 minor violation.

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14B - utensils, equipment and linens: properly stored, dried, handled

Inspector notes: Observed clean plastic pans stacked wet on storage shelf by 3-compartment sink.

511-6-1.05(10)(e)

Oct 23, 2025

Routine

1 major violation. 2 minor violations.

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2-2E - response procedures for vomiting & diarrheal events

Inspector notes: Disinfectant provided in bodily fluid cleanup kit lacks EPA registration number; unable to verify if disinfectant is approved as effective against Norovirus. Corrective action (CA): Disinfectant in bodily fluid cleanup kit shall bear an EPA registration that is on the EPA List G.

511-6-1.03(6)

10D - food properly labeled; original container

Inspector notes: Written notification not provided to consumers that declares the presence of any major food allergen in unpackaged food.

511-6-1.04(7)(d)

14B - utensils, equipment and linens: properly stored, dried, handled

Inspector notes: Observed clean plastic pans stacked wet on storage shelf by 3-compartment sink.

511-6-1.05(10)(e)

May 29, 2025

Routine

2 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.

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14A - in-use utensils: properly stored (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed scoop handle touching salt in bulk container on dry storage shelf. Scoop rearranged.

511-6-1.04(4)(k)

14B - utensils, equipment and linens: properly stored, dried, handled

Inspector notes: Observed plastic pans stacked wet on clean dish shelf by 3-compartment sink. Allow to air-dry completely before stacking.

511-6-1.05(10)(e)

Dec 2, 2024

Routine

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

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4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Quat sanitizer concentration too low in 3-compartment sink and in cloth buckets. Corrective action (CA): Quat sanitizer shall be maintained at a concentration of 200-400 ppm. Sanitizer remixed to correct concentration at sink and buckets refilled.

511-6-1.05(6)(n)

14A - in-use utensils: properly stored (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed cup without handle stored in contact with ice in front counter ice bin. Scoops stored in product must have handle, and handle shall be stored out of product. Cup removed.

511-6-1.04(4)(k)

14B - utensils, equipment and linens: properly stored, dried, handled

Inspector notes: Observed plastic pans stacked wet on clean dish shelf by 3-compartment sink. Allow to air-dry completely before stacking.

511-6-1.05(10)(e)

May 16, 2024

Routine

1 major violation. 1 corrected on site.

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2-2D - adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Hand sink by chicken breading station not stocked with paper towels. Corrective action (CA): Hand sinks are to be supplied with paper towels. Dispenser restocked with paper towels.

511-6-1.07(3)(b)

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Raising Cane's last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Raising Cane's on file is from Apr 29, 2026. The public record contains five inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Raising Cane's?

Across the inspection record, “utensils, equipment and linens” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Raising Cane's.

How does Raising Cane's compare to other restaurants in Athens?

Raising Cane's most recently scored 95 out of 100, which is higher than the Athens average of 88.

Has Raising Cane's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Raising Cane's have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Raising Cane'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 Raising Cane's inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Raising Cane's is inspected around three times per year on average.

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