Zaxby's

403 E Oglethorpe Hwy, Hinesville, GA 31313
American
License: Food Service
Last inspected: Jan 8, 2026
61
Score
Medium Risk

There aren't many inspections to draw from yet: just two so far. On Jan 8, 2026, the health department conducted the most recent visit. A medium risk score generally means inspectors found things to fix, though most weren't urgent.

Violation counts have ticked up lately, averaging around four violations per visit versus roughly two violations earlier in the record.

When inspectors have written things up, “proper cold holding temperatures” has been the most frequent reason, cited three times.

By comparison, the average Hinesville facility scores 88, putting Zaxby's on the weaker side. Taken together, the history looks like that of a busy facility working through the usual inspection cycle.

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Inspections
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Critical latest
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Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 8, 2026
Routine
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 2 corrected on site.
View 4 violations
6-1A - proper cold holding temperatures
Inspector notes: Observed raw chicken breast in the cooler drawer being held above 41F. Upon discussion with PIC no temperature were taken of the food item that day and she was unaware of how long it has been above 41F. Observed shredded cheese and boiled eggs on the counter with temperatures above 41F. COS: PIC discarded of food items. CA: Time/temperature control for safety food shall be maintained at 41°F (5°C).
511-6-1.04(6)(f)
6-1B - proper hot holding temperatures (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed chicken wings being held in the pass thru below 135F. COS: PIC discarded of chicken wings. CA: Time/temperature control for safety foods that are being hot held shall be maintained at 135°F (57°C)
511-6-1.04(6)(f)
2-2D - adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible
Inspector notes: Observed the soap dispenser at the back handwash sink was unable to provide hand cleanser. Upon discussion with PIC it was determined franchise only allows certain soaps. Informed PIC that soap may be placed in a pump dispenser to make sure there is soap available at the sink. 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)
2-2D - adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed bookbag sitting in the main kitchen hand wash sink and a lid sitting in the handwash sink located in the drive thru area. COS: PIC removed both items from the sinks. CA: A handwashing sink shall be maintained so that it is accessible at all times for employee use.
511-6-1.06(2)(o)
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Jan 17, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 2 corrected on site.
View 2 violations
6-1B - proper hot holding temperatures (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed food in the front prep line warmer below 135F. COS by discarding of the food items. See temperature log. Manager stated they will continue to take temperatures of the food on the hot unit and place fewer food items in the warmer until the warmer is repaired. Will follow up on the warmer and need to email Liberty County EH an invoice of the equipment being repaired. Email address: liberty.eh@dph.ga.gov
511-6-1.04(6)(f)
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed pink buildup on the soda drink nozzles in the dining room and the kitchen area. COS by manager cleaning the soda nozzles. Need to make sure the soda nozzles are cleaned daily.
511-6-1.05(7)(a)
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Zaxby's last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Zaxby's on file is from Jan 8, 2026. The public record contains two inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Zaxby's?

Across the inspection record, “proper cold holding temperatures” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Zaxby's.

How does Zaxby's compare to other restaurants in Hinesville?

Zaxby's most recently scored 61 out of 100, which is lower than the Hinesville average of 88.

Has Zaxby's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Zaxby's have averaged around four violations per visit, up from roughly two earlier in the record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Zaxby's means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.