Smoothie King
Last inspected: Mar 30, 2026
50
Score
Smoothie King appears in inspection records five times, starting in 2024. The latest inspection on file is from Mar 30, 2026. A high risk tier suggests the facility had a rough recent inspection, with multiple violations on record.
Violation counts have ticked up lately, averaging around nine violations per visit versus roughly four violations earlier in the record.
The pattern that stands out is “food-contact surfaces”, which has been cited four times.
That's lower than the typical Statesboro restaurant, which scores around 85. Diners may want to scan the inspection details before deciding to visit.
5
Inspections
1
Critical latest
3
Major latest
5
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 30, 2026
Routine
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 5 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 9 violations
6-1A - proper cold holding temperatures
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed sliced strawberries & boiled egg stored on prep counter without temp control. COS: Foods discarded.
511-6-1.04(6)(f)
2-2D - adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible
Inspector notes: Observed utensils stored in both HWS. CA: A handwashing facility may not be used for purposes other than handwashing
511-6-1.06(2)(o)
2-2D - adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible
Inspector notes: Observed HWS without soap. 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)
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: Observed ice bucket stored on floor of facility & being used to dump ice into equipment on food contact surfaces.
511-6-1.05(7)(a)
15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: Observed food debris on inside of reach-in units.
511-6-1.05(7)(d)
16B - plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: Observed leaking pipe on ice filter system. CA: repair
511-6-1.06(2)(r)
17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean
Inspector notes: Observed food debris on floors leaving sticky residue. Observed old food/ smoothie stains on ceiling above blenders.
511-6-1.07(2)(a)
17D - adequate ventilation and lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: Observed personal jacket stored next to facility foods. CA: Store personal items separate from facility items.
511-6-1.07(4)(b)
18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present
Inspector notes: Observed fruit flies in facility prep and storage area.
511-6-1.07(5)(k)
50
Oct 28, 2025
Routine
2 major violations. 1 minor violation. 1 corrected on site.
View 3 violations
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: Observed utensil being washed & rinsed in hand washing sink. CA: All food contact surfaces must follow the wash, rinse, and sanitize processes at the 3-compartment sink.
511-6-1.05(7)(a)
2-2D - adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed a utensil stored in hand washing sink (front). Observed utensils being rinsed and scrubbed in hand washing sink (next to 3-compartment sink). COS: Item removed.
511-6-1.06(2)(o)
15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: Observed the outside of blender lids with heavy lime/ hard water build up. CA: Clean
511-6-1.05(7)(a)
78
Apr 25, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 3 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.
View 4 violations
6-1A - proper cold holding temperatures
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed sliced fruit on food prep counter by drive thru without any temp control & above 41F. COS: Fruits discarded
511-6-1.04(6)(f)
15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: Observed food debris and build up in coolers/freezers
511-6-1.05(7)(a)
17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean
Inspector notes: Observed food debris and severe build up on floors throughout the facility
511-6-1.07(1)(b)
2-2B - proper eating, tasting, drinking, or tobacco use
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed a half-eaten sandwich & drinks on prep counter. CA: Advised PIC that there shall be no eating or drinking in the food prep area. COS: PIC discarded food.
511-6-1.03(5)(k)
74
Oct 16, 2024
Routine
1 critical violation. 3 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 4 violations
6-1A - proper cold holding temperatures
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed potentially hazardous foods not held at 41°F or below. COS: Discarded.
511-6-1.04(6)(f)
15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: Observed food debris and build up in coolers/freezers
511-6-1.05(7)(d)
4-2A - food stored covered
Inspector notes: Observed foods uncovered in reach in freezer.
511-6-1.04(4)(c)
14A - in-use utensils: properly stored
Inspector notes: Observed scoop handles in contact with ready to eat foods.
511-6-1.04(4)(k)
74
May 22, 2024
Routine
8 minor violations.
View 8 violations
2-2B - proper eating, tasting, drinking, or tobacco use
Inspector notes: Observed personal drinks without lid and straw and not stored separate from food items or food contact surfaces
511-6-1.03(5)(k)
2-2D - adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible
Inspector notes: Observed containers stored in hand wash sink
511-6-1.07(3)(c)
4-2A - food stored covered
Inspector notes: Observed uncovered food items in reach in freezer
511-6-1.04(4)(c)
11D - thermometers provided and accurate
Inspector notes: Observed reach in coolers/freezers without internal thermometers
511-6-1.05(2)(x)
15A - food and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, and used
Inspector notes: Observed clothes used as a liner in reach in cooler
511-6-1.05(1)(a)
15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: Observed food debris and build up in coolers/freezers
17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean
Inspector notes: Observed food debris and severe build up on floors throughout the facility
18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present
Inspector notes: Observed flies in facility
511-6-1.07(5)(k)
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Smoothie King last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Smoothie King on file is from Mar 30, 2026. The public record contains five inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Smoothie King?
Across the inspection record, “food-contact surfaces” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Smoothie King.
How does Smoothie King compare to other restaurants in Statesboro?
Smoothie King most recently scored 50 out of 100, which is lower than the Statesboro average of 85.
Has Smoothie King's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Smoothie King have averaged around nine violations per visit, up from roughly four earlier in the record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Smoothie King 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.
How often is Smoothie King inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Smoothie King is inspected around three times per year on average.
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