Truett's Grill
Last inspected: Apr 22, 2026
70
Score
Truett's Grill has been inspected six times since 2024. The most recent visit was on Apr 22, 2026. Diners should read medium risk as a signal that some issues exist but aren't extreme.
Recent inspections have turned up roughly the same number of issues each time, hovering near four violations per visit.
The most common issue across all inspections has been “utensils, equipment and linens”, showing up three times.
By comparison, the average Mcdonough facility scores 79, putting Truett's Grill on the weaker side. Nothing in the record is alarming, but there's room to improve.
6
Inspections
1
Critical latest
1
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 22, 2026
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations. 3 corrected on site.
View 4 violations
6-1A - proper cold holding temperatures
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Cold TCS foods are not maintained at 41 degrees F or below. Observed cooked macaroni and cheese and a bag of cooked sweet potatoes being donated left on the preparation table unattended. The macaroni and cheese was observed at 57 degrees and sweet potatoes were 52 degrees. According to the PIC, both TCS foods were cooled at 10:30 pm on 4/21/2026. The items were observed on the preparation table at 10:00 am on 4/22/2026. PIC was instructed to discard due to time and temperature abuse.
511-6-1.04(6)(f)
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: Observed the dishmachines final rinse concentration exceeded the manufactures recommendations of 50-100 ppm for Chlorine sanitizer. Cups were observed with a sanitizer concentration above 200 ppm. A pan was tested after observing the initial concentration of the cups. The chlorine concentration of the pan met the manufactures recommended concentration of 50-100. It was observed at 100 ppm. Due to inconsistant concentration levels, the PIC was advised to contact Autochlor and manually set up sanitizer in the three compartment sink until the calibration is corrected on the dishmachine. Also observed Quaternary Ammonium sanitizer exceeded the manufactures recommendation of 150-400 ppm in the three compartment sink. The sanitizer concentration was observed at 800 ppm. PIC corrected on site...
511-6-1.05(6)(n)
2-2B - proper eating, tasting, drinking, or tobacco use
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed open employee cups, coffee cups, dining cups, and a bottled protein shake stored in the employee drink holder in the kitchen area. The location is using drink holder magnets to store drinks. Employees are allowed to store single use cups with a top and a straw in a designated area away from equipment, utensils, food, or food contact surfaces. PIC corrected on site by removing beverages that were not in single use cups and without lids and straws.
511-6-1.03(5)(k)
12B - personal cleanliness
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed a staff member preparing sausage in the grill area with a long flowing ponytail. The employee was wearing a hat however it was an ineffective hair restraint. PIC was advised that the employee needed a hair restraint. PIC corrected on site and instructed employee to put on a hair restraint.
511-6-1.03(5)(j)
70
Oct 7, 2025
Routine
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: 15C. Observed dust on exterior surfaces of equipment and countertops.
17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean
Inspector notes: 17C. Observed accumulated soil on floors in the kitchen and dining room.
511-6-1.07(5)(a)
17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean
Inspector notes: 17C. Floors inside the walk in cooler and freezer needs cleaning giving special attention to areas underneath storage shelves.
511-6-1.07(5)(a)
86
Aug 6, 2025
Routine
2 critical violations. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
6-1B - proper hot holding temperatures
Inspector notes: Observed cooked okra stored below 135 degrees f below the pass thru heat lamp. PIC advised that the okra is reheated prior to service. The Operations Manager (Caleb) was advised that TPHC must be used and documented if the product is not being hot held at 135 degrees or above.
511-6-1.04(6)(f)
6-1C - proper cooling time and temperature
Inspector notes: Observed TCS foods in the cooling process did not cool to 70 degrees F in the required 2 hours. Chicken Fillet- confirmation of proper temperature at 11:34 am; the filet chicken was observed at 82 degrees at 3:35 pm. The pan of filet chicken was discarded. The Operations Manager (Caleb) advised that he is following the proper procedures. The cooling process is not monitored after the initial cool down process begins. The fillets are cooled in a slightly covered container for one hour and then loosely wrapped and placed on a sheet pan in the walk in cooler with the initial time and a 2 day discard date. Caleb was advised to monitor the temperature until the TCS foods being cooled reach 135-70 within 2 hours and 70-41 within 4 hours for a total of 6 hours.
511-6-1.04(6)(d)
14A - in-use utensils: properly stored
Inspector notes: In use utensil (Spoon) used for sweet potato soufflé was improperly stored on the shelf above the hot holding area. Shelves above the utensil storage area contained old food build up. There was also a bowl being used to scoop cooked okra. A scoop with a handle should be used to prevent contamination. Utensil used to scoop pickles was improperly stored with safety equipment. PIC will relocate scoops and spoons to a clean, dry, location.
511-6-1.04(4)(k)
14B - utensils, equipment and linens: properly stored, dried, handled
Inspector notes: Observed clean plates and bowls stored not inverted or covered.
511-6-1.05(10)(e)
17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean
Inspector notes: Observed fan covers and the ceiling above the fan covers in the walk in cooler contained dust build up. CA-PIC will properly clean the fan covers and ceiling above the fans in the walk in cooler by 8/8/25.
64
Feb 14, 2025
Routine
1 major violation. 2 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.
View 3 violations
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed white accumulation on drink nozzles on drink machines at the front of the facility. Employee began the cleaning and sanitizing process.
511-6-1.05(7)(b)
14B - utensils, equipment and linens: properly stored, dried, handled
Inspector notes: Observed clean plates and bowls stored not inverted or covered.
511-6-1.05(10)(e)
11A - proper cooling methods used: adequate equipment for temperature control
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed chicken nuggets being cooled without overhead protection or loosely covered. Employee placed lid on item.
511-6-1.04(6)(e)
82
Aug 21, 2024
Routine
1 major violation. 2 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.
View 3 violations
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed dead fly on interior metal lip of ice machine, which could cause possible contamination through condensation.
511-6-1.05(7)(a)
14B - utensils, equipment and linens: properly stored, dried, handled
Inspector notes: Observed plates and bowls stored not inverted or covered.
511-6-1.05(10)(e)
18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed dead fly on metal lip of interior of ice machine. Manager removed fly and sanitized the area.
511-6-1.07(5)(l)
82
Feb 19, 2024
Routine
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: Dish machine sanitizer (Chlorine) concentration observed at 0 ppm. The minimum concentration did not reach 50 ppm. The PIC will contact Autoclor. PIC advised to only use the dish machine for washing and rinsing. All dishes were rewashed. The three-compartment sink will be used to sanitize all dishes after washing in the dishwasher until the follow up is completed on 2/24/24.
511-6-1.05(6)(n)
11D - thermometers provided and accurate
Inspector notes: Thermometers not provided in all reach in coolers. Thermometer not provided i walk in ooler
511-6-1.05(2)(x)
14A - in-use utensils: properly stored
Inspector notes: Scoop handles improperly stored. Handles were touching product
511-6-1.04(4)(k)
82
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Truett's Grill last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Truett's Grill on file is from Apr 22, 2026. The public record contains six inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Truett's Grill?
Across the inspection record, “utensils, equipment and linens” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Truett's Grill.
How does Truett's Grill compare to other restaurants in Mcdonough?
Truett's Grill most recently scored 70 out of 100, which is lower than the Mcdonough average of 79.
Has Truett's Grill's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Truett's Grill have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Truett's Grill means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.
How often is Truett's Grill inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Truett's Grill is inspected around three times per year on average.
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