Thai Chariot

2164 Highway 20 West, Mcdonough, GA 30253

Southeast Asian

License: Food Service

Last inspected: Apr 22, 2026

Score

High Risk

Across the available record, Thai Chariot has four inspections on file, the first dated 2024. The newest entry in the record is dated Apr 22, 2026. Diners may want to take note: high risk reflects issues that a health inspector considered important.

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

“Food separated and protected” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing four times across the record.

The city-wide average sits at 79, which Thai Chariot's 47 doesn't quite reach. Diners may want to weigh the inspection history when deciding to visit.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Apr 22, 2026

Routine

1 critical violation. 4 major violations. 4 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.

View 9 violations

4-1A - food separated and protected (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed raw and partially cooked chicken, raw beef, and shelled eggs food stored adjacent to RTE (ready-to-eat) food items (cabbage, noodles, and whole, peeled garlic). Manager began the process of moving items.

511-6-1.04(4)(c)

2-2A - management knowledge, responsibilities, reporting

Inspector notes: PIC was unable provide documentation or otherwise satisfactorily demonstrate during the inspection, that all food employees and conditional employees are informed of their responsibility to report to management information about their health and activities as it relates to diseases that are transmissible through food.

511-6-1.03(2)(o)

4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized

Inspector notes: Observed dishwashing machine with chlorine sanitizer concentration at 10 ppm. PIC was advised to utilize the 3-compartment sink to properly wash, rinse and sanitize dishes while machine is repaired.

511-6-1.05(6)(n)

4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized

Inspector notes: Observed white and rust-like accumulation on interior portion of ice machine.

511-6-1.05(7)(b)

15B - warewashing facilities: installed, maintained, used; test strips

Inspector notes: Observed expired dish machine test strips within facility (expiration date of 9/25).

511-6-1.05(3)(h)

17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean

Inspector notes: Observed carpet in dining area in need of cleaning.

511-6-1.07(5)(a)

17A - toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, cleaned

Inspector notes: Observed no receptacle (trash can) with lid in women's restroom.

511-6-1.06(5)(h)

17D - adequate ventilation and lighting; designated areas used

Inspector notes: Observed strong odor at the back of the facility, near the exit door.

511-6-1.07(3)(g)

17B - garbage/refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained

Inspector notes: Observed food accumulation around and in front of outside dumpster.

511-6-1.06(5)(o)

Oct 8, 2025

Routine

3 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.

View 3 violations

4-2A - food stored covered (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: 4-2A. Observed food products stored uncovered inside the reach in freezer. The owner covered all product during the inspection.

511-6-1.04(4)(c)

10D - food properly labeled; original container

Inspector notes: 10D. Observed bulk food items removed from original container not identified by the common name.

511-6-1.04(4)(d)

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

Inspector notes: 14B. Observed clean pots and pans stored improperly after being washed.All clean pots and pans must be inverted to air dry after washed.

511-6-1.05(10)(a)

Aug 23, 2024

Routine

1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.

View 5 violations

4-1A - food separated and protected

Inspector notes: Raw chicken stored above mushrooms in the reach in cooler

511-6-1.04(4)(c)

15B - warewashing facilities: installed, maintained, used; test strips

Inspector notes: Two compartment sink was observed being used to wash dishes (Meat and veggie sinks). PIC advised to label meat and veggie sinks. Sinks cannot be used for dishwashing. PIC advised to use the three compartment sink to wash, rinse, and sanitize.

511-6-1.05(3)(h)

2-2B - proper eating, tasting, drinking, or tobacco use

Inspector notes: Employee drinks improperly stored in the food preparation area.

511-6-1.03(5)(k)

15A - food and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, and used

Inspector notes: Vinyl protective table covering beginning to peel above the reach in cooler (Preparation line)

511-6-1.05(1)(i)

17B - garbage/refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained

Inspector notes: Dumpster area contained excessive trash build up outside of the dumpster

511-6-1.06(5)(r)

Feb 19, 2024

Routine

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

View 4 violations

2-1B - hands clean and properly washed (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: PIC improperly washed his hands in the three compartment sink without soap

511-6-1.03(5)(b)

4-1A - food separated and protected

Inspector notes: Raw chicken boxes filled with packaged vegetables observed in the reach in cooler. Raw chicken boxes also used to store clean dishes. PIC corrected on site. PIC advised not to use raw chicken boxes as storage containers due to the potential cross contamination

511-6-1.04(4)(c)

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

Inspector notes: Utensils not covered on tables in the dining room. Cups also not inverted on tables. All cups stored on the table must be inverted

511-6-1.05(10)(i)

17A - toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, cleaned

Inspector notes: Trash can with a lid not provided in the ladies restroom

511-6-1.06(5)(h)

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Thai Chariot last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Thai Chariot on file is from Apr 22, 2026. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Thai Chariot?

Across the inspection record, “food separated and protected” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Thai Chariot.

How does Thai Chariot compare to other restaurants in Mcdonough?

Thai Chariot most recently scored 47 out of 100, which is lower than the Mcdonough average of 79.

Has Thai Chariot's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Thai Chariot 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 Thai Chariot 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 Thai Chariot inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Thai Chariot is inspected around two times per year on average.

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