Shoney's
Last inspected: Dec 2, 2025
86
Score
Shoney's appears in inspection records five times, starting in 2024. The most recent visit was on Dec 2, 2025. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.
The picture has improved over the last few visits: recent inspections have averaged around three violations, down from roughly 10 violations earlier in the record.
“Proper cold holding temperatures” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing six times across the record.
Compared to the broader Vidalia restaurant scene, this is about average. Overall, the inspection record reads well.
5
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Dec 2, 2025
Routine
3 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 3 violations
15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: Observed microwave with rust on inside bottom of door frame.
511-6-1.05(7)(a)
17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean
Inspector notes: Observed cracked floor tiles in kitchen area.
511-6-1.07(5)(a)
17D - adequate ventilation and lighting; designated areas used
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed personal drink in reach in cooler. COS: Manager removed drink.
511-6-1.07(4)(b)
86
Oct 21, 2025
Routine
4 critical violations. 4 major violations. 6 minor violations. 5 corrected on site.
View 14 violations
6-1A - proper cold holding temperatures
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed cheese on prep top cooler at 53. COS: Cheese discarded.
511-6-1.04(6)(f)
6-1A - proper cold holding temperatures
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed whipped cream at 46 in reach in cooler and ambient at 43. COS: Food handling employee moved the whipped cream to another reach in cooler. Do not use unit until re-checked by the health department.
511-6-1.04(6)(f)
6-1A - proper cold holding temperatures
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed chicken at 53 and chicken at 44 in prep top cooler in the kitchen area with ambient of unit at 46. COS: Manager discarded chicken. Do not use this unit until re-checked by the health department.
511-6-1.04(6)(f)
6-1B - proper hot holding temperatures
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed broccoli soup on the buffet at 125 and rice in hot hold in kitchen area at 112. COS: Manager had staffed re-heat items to 165.
511-6-1.04(6)(f)
11D - thermometers provided and accurate
Inspector notes: Observed missing internal thermometers in reach in coolers in kitchen and front area.
511-6-1.05(3)(g)
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: Observed buildup on can opener blade. CA: Clean and sanitize as soon as possible.
511-6-1.05(7)(b)
11A - proper cooling methods used: adequate equipment for temperature control
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed chicken at 44 and 49 lidded. COS: Manager unlidded chicken that was prepped to allow properly cooling to 41.
511-6-1.05(3)(a)
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: Observed buildup inside microwaves. CA: Clean and sanitize as soon as possible.
511-6-1.05(7)(b)
17D - adequate ventilation and lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: Observed heavy buildup on hoods in kitchen area.
511-6-1.05(3)(d)
17D - adequate ventilation and lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: Observed personal drinks and food being stored in reach in coolers.
511-6-1.07(4)(b)
18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present
Inspector notes: Observed roach on wall in mop area.
511-6-1.07(5)(k)
12C - wiping cloths: properly used and stored
Inspector notes: Observed wiping clothes being stored on food contact surfaces.
511-6-1.04(4)(m)
15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: Observed crumbs in prep top cooler bottom in kitchen area.
511-6-1.05(7)(d)
17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean
Inspector notes: Observed missing wall tile behind griddle in kitchen area.
511-6-1.07(5)(a)
27
Apr 10, 2025
Routine
2 critical violations. 5 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.
View 7 violations
2-1B - hands clean and properly washed
Inspector notes: Food handler came from the buffet, put gloves on to handle cooked biscuits without hand wash. Another food handler went from line to hot box with gloved hands, then broke down box then took off gloves then went back to the line and put gloves on without a hand wash. CA I went over with the owner on when to wash.
511-6-1.03(5)(c)
10D - food properly labeled; original container
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed expired milk in the walk in cooler, 4/4/25. COS Milk thrown out
511-6-1.04(8)(b)
11A - proper cooling methods used: adequate equipment for temperature control
Inspector notes: Observed meatloaf in the walk in cooler in the process of cooling that were covered. COS The containers were uncovered to continue the cooling process.
511-6-1.04(6)(e)
12A - contamination prevented during food preparation, storage, display
Inspector notes: Observed tray of bacon stored on the trashcan.
511-6-1.04(4)(q)
12B - personal cleanliness
Inspector notes: Observed food handler with a watch and bracelet on while preparing foods
511-6-1.03(5)(g)
17D - adequate ventilation and lighting; designated areas used
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed personal phone stored on a shelf next to plates. COS Phone removed from the shelf
511-6-1.07(5)(j)
17D - adequate ventilation and lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: Observed personal drinks stored on the shelf at the prep top cooler at the grill line.
511-6-1.07(4)(b)
58
Oct 28, 2024
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation. 1 corrected on site.
View 2 violations
6-1A - proper cold holding temperatures
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed chicken stored on counter waiting to be cooked at 54F. COS: chicken discarded. Discussed ice bath with manager.
511-6-1.04(6)(f)
4-2A - food stored covered
Inspector notes: Observed food items stored uncovered in reach in freezer.
511-6-1.04(4)(c)
82
Apr 9, 2024
Routine
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 3 corrected on site.
View 3 violations
6-1A - proper cold holding temperatures
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed raw chicken at 48F in a reach-in cooler by the fry station. Unit ambient at 39F. COS: Food discarded.
511-6-1.04(6)(f)
6-1A - proper cold holding temperatures
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed multiple foods on the cold line above 41F. COS: PIC discarded foods out of temp & properly cold held by adding ice & water to ice bath on buffet cold line. CA: Cold hold at 41F or below; ensure that ice bath is fully submerging pan to properly cold hold.
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed dried grime on can opener blade. COS: PIC cleaned & sanitize blade.
511-6-1.05(7)(a)
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Shoney's last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Shoney's on file is from Dec 2, 2025. The public record contains five inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Shoney's?
Across the inspection record, “proper cold holding temperatures” has been cited six times, more than any other issue at Shoney's.
How does Shoney's compare to other restaurants in Vidalia?
Shoney's most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is about the same as the Vidalia average of 87.
Has Shoney's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Shoney's have averaged around three violations per visit, down from roughly 10 earlier in the record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Shoney'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 Shoney's inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Shoney's is inspected around three times per year on average.
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