Zaxby's

1692 N Columbia St, Milledgeville, GA 31061
American
License: Food Service
Last inspected: May 4, 2026
100
Score
Low Risk

Public records show five inspections at Zaxby's stretching back to 2024. The most recent visit was on May 4, 2026. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.

Violation counts have been trending down, averaging around zero violations across recent inspections versus roughly two violations before.

The most common issue across all inspections has been “personal cleanliness”, showing up two times.

Compared to the broader Milledgeville restaurant scene, where the average is 90, this is a stronger showing. There isn't much in the file that would give a customer pause.

5
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
0
Minor latest
Inspection History
May 4, 2026
Routine
No violations found.
100
Sep 24, 2025
Routine
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
15A - food and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, and used
Inspector notes: Observed dirty dishes stored with clean dishes in main kitchen area. 511-6-1.05(10)(d) - Equipment; food contact surfaces not recontaminated during reassembly (C) (d) Equipment. Equipment shall be reassembled so that food-contact surfaces are not contaminated. PIC was notified. Education was provided.
511-6-1.05(10)(d)
18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present
Inspector notes: Observed several flies in main kitchen area. 511-6-1.07(5)(k) - Controlling Pests (Pf, C) (k) Controlling Pests. The presence of insects, rodents, and other pests shall be controlled to minimize their presence on the premises by: 1. Routinely inspecting incoming shipments of food and supplies; 2. Routinely inspecting the premises for evidence of pests; 3. Using methods, if pests are found, such as trapping devices or other means of pest control as specified under subsections (6)(e), (6)(m), and (6)(n) of this Rule; Pf and 4. Eliminating harborage conditions. PIC was notified. Education was provided.
511-6-1.07(5)(k)
11C - approved thawing methods used
Inspector notes: Observed several racks of chicken thawing in fridge exceeding 41F. 511-6-1.04(6)(c) - Thawing (C) (c) Thawing. Except as specified in paragraph 4 of this subsection, time/temperature control for safety food shall be thawed: 1. Under refrigeration that maintains the food temperature at 41°F (5°C) or less; PF or 2. Completely submerged under running water: (i) At a water temperature of 70°F (21°C) or below, PF (ii) With sufficient water velocity to agitate and float off loose particles in an overflow PF, and (iii) For a period of time that does not allow thawed portions of ready-to-eat food to rise above 41°F (5°C), or (iv) For a period of time that does not allow thawed portions of a raw animal food requiring cooking to be above 41°F (5°C), for more than 4 hours including: (I) The time t...
511-6-1.04(6)(c)
86
Mar 19, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation.
View 1 violation
2-1B - hands clean and properly washed
Inspector notes: Observed employee pick up trash and then return to cookline without properly washing hands. 511-6-1.03(5)(c) - When to Wash (P) (c) When to Wash. 1. Food employees shall clean their hands and exposed portions of their arms immediately before engaging in food preparation including working with exposed food, clean equipment and utensils, and unwrapped single-service and single-use articles P and: (i) After touching bare human body parts other than clean hands and clean, exposed arms; P (ii) After using the toilet room; P (iii) After caring for or handling service animals or aquatic animals; P (iv) After coughing, sneezing, using a handkerchief or disposable tissue, using tobacco products or electronic devices that simulate tobacco smoking, eating or drinking, except for drinking from a cl...
511-6-1.03(5)(c)
86
Oct 9, 2024
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
12B - personal cleanliness
Inspector notes: Observed a fry cook preparing food while wearing a rubber bracelet. 511-6-1.03(5)(g) - Jewelry (C) (g) Jewelry. Except for a plain ring such as a wedding band food employees may not wear jewelry including medical information jewelry on their arms and hands while preparing food. PIC was notified. Education was provided.
511-6-1.03(5)(g)
95
Apr 11, 2024
Routine
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
2-2D - adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible
Inspector notes: Observed work apron inside of handwash sink. 511-6-1.07(3)(c) - Handwashing Aids & Devices, Use Restrictions (C) c) Handwashing Aids and Devices, Use Restrictions. A sink used for food preparation or utensil washing, or a service sink or curbed cleaning facility used for the disposal of mop water or similar wastes, may not be provided with the handwashing aids and devices required for a handwashing sink. PIC was notified. Education was provided. Apron was removed.
511-6-1.07(3)(c)
12B - personal cleanliness
Inspector notes: Observed fry cook wearing a bracelet while prepping food. 511-6-1.03(5)(g) - Jewelry (C) (g) Jewelry. Except for a plain ring such as a wedding band food employees may not wear jewelry including medical information jewelry on their arms and hands while preparing food. PIC was informed. Bracelet was removed
511-6-1.03(5)(g)
13A - posted: permit/inspection/choking poster/handwashing
Inspector notes: Observed most recent inspection report not posted. 511-6-1.02(1)(d) - Displaying of the Inspection Report (C) 1. The most current inspection report shall be prominently displayed in public view at all times, within fifteen feet of the front or primary public door and between five feet and seven feet from the floor and in an area where it can be read at a distance of one foot away. PIC was notified. Education was provided.
511-6-1.02(1)(d)
86

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Zaxby's last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Zaxby's on file is from May 4, 2026. The public record contains five inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Zaxby's?

Across the inspection record, “personal cleanliness” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Zaxby's.

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

Zaxby's most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Milledgeville average of 90.

Has Zaxby's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Zaxby's have averaged around zero violations per visit, down from roughly two earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Zaxby's 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 Zaxby's inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Zaxby's is inspected around two times per year on average.