Wendy's of Mars Hill

45 Mars Hill Rd, Powder Springs, GA 30127
American
License: Food Service
Last inspected: Apr 1, 2026
100
Score
Low Risk

Public records show four inspections at Wendy's of Mars Hill stretching back to 2024. The newest entry in the record is dated Apr 1, 2026. When a facility lands in the low risk tier, it usually means nothing alarming showed up at the most recent visit.

Things are looking better lately, with recent visits averaging around zero violations compared to roughly four violations earlier on.

“Proper cold holding temperatures” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing four times across the record.

Restaurants in Powder Springs average 87, so Wendy's of Mars Hill is doing better than most peers. Overall, the inspection record reads well.

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Inspections
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Critical latest
0
Major latest
0
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 1, 2026
Followup
No violations found.
100
Mar 13, 2026
Routine
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation. 3 corrected on site.
View 4 violations
6-1A - proper cold holding temperatures (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed sliced cheese at the prep top station holding above 41F and chocolate frosty mix in the drive thru ice cream machine holding above 41F all in the main kitchen. CA: TCS cold held foods must be maintained at 41F or below. COS: All foods discarded.
511-6-1.04(6)(f)
6-1B - proper hot holding temperatures (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed spicy and regular chicken nuggets stored at temperatures below 135F in the main kitchen at the fry station. CA: TCS hot hold foods must be maintained at 135F or higher COS: Foods Discarded
511-6-1.04(6)(f)
1-2A - pic present, demonstrates knowledge, performs duties
Inspector notes: Key-Drop deliveries are not being monitored. No temperatures documented on invoices. CA: Written procedures and plans, where specified by this Chapter and as developed by the food service establishment, are maintained and implemented as required. Internal food Temperatures must be documented on invoices per agreement with the supplier. PROVIDE DOCUMENTATION OF WRITTEN TEMPERATURES WITHIN 10 DAYs
511-6-1.03(2)(a)
4-2A - food stored covered (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed all foods uncovered at the prep unit (lettuce, cheese slices, tomatoes, sauces, etc) except the cheese sauce and bacon in the main kitchen; ice in the bin at the drive thru uncovered. CA: Store food in packages, covered containers, or wrappings, except for loosely covered or uncovered containers in which food is being cooled if protected from overhead contamination. COS: All items covered
511-6-1.04(4)(c)
64
Sep 5, 2025
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: Observed cold hold temperature violations at prep top cooler in the main kitchen CA: Potentially hazardous cold-hold foods must be maintained at 41F or below. COS: Foods discarded.
511-6-1.04(6)(f)
1-2A - pic present, demonstrates knowledge, performs duties
Inspector notes: Key-Drop deliveries are not being monitored. No temperatures documented on invoices. CA: Written procedures and plans, where specified by this Chapter and as developed by the food service establishment, are maintained and implemented as required. Internal food Temperatures must be documented on invoices per agreement with the supplier. PROVIDE DOCUMENTATION OF WRITTEN TEMPERATURES WITHIN 10 DAYS
511-6-1.03(2)(a)
4-2A - food stored covered (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed all foods uncovered at the prep unit except the cheese sauce and bacon (3 containers) stored near the back up chilli all in the main. CA: Store food in packages, covered containers, or wrappings, except for loosely covered or uncovered containers in which food is being cooled if protected from overhead contamination. COS: All sandwich and bacon covered.
511-6-1.04(4)(c)
14B - utensils, equipment and linens: properly stored, dried, handled (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed numerous containers stacked wet on the rack in the dishwashing area. CA: Equipment and Utensils, Air-Drying Required. After cleaning and sanitizing, equipment and utensils: 1. Shall be air-dried or used after adequate draining before contact with food; and 2. May not be cloth dried except that utensils that have been air-dried may be polished with cloths that are maintained clean and dry. COS: Dishes rewashed
511-6-1.05(10)(a)
70
Aug 8, 2024
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 corrected on site.
View 1 violation
6-1A - proper cold holding temperatures (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed cold hold temperature violations at both drive thru reachin coolers, prep top cooler, and big reachin in the main kitchen CA:Potentially hazardous cold-hold foods must be maintained at 41F or below. COS: Cut green leafy cooled to 41F from walkin freezer at 1:20PM. All other cold held TCS product held over 41F was discarded.
511-6-1.04(6)(f)
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Wendy's of Mars Hill last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Wendy's of Mars Hill on file is from Apr 1, 2026. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Wendy's of Mars Hill?

Across the inspection record, “proper cold holding temperatures” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Wendy's of Mars Hill.

How does Wendy's of Mars Hill compare to other restaurants in Powder Springs?

Wendy's of Mars Hill most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Powder Springs average of 87.

Has Wendy's of Mars Hill's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Wendy's of Mars Hill have averaged around zero violations per visit, down from roughly four earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Wendy's of Mars Hill 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 Wendy's of Mars Hill inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Wendy's of Mars Hill is inspected around two times per year on average.