Zaxby's
Last inspected: Feb 16, 2026
82
Score
The health department has logged three inspections at Zaxby's, the earliest from 2024. The most recent visit was on Feb 16, 2026. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.
The picture has improved over the last few visits: recent inspections have averaged around two violations, down from roughly four violations earlier in the record.
Across the inspection history, “nonfood-contact surfaces clean” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded two times.
That's lower than the typical Tucker restaurant, which scores around 89. The record reflects steady performance over time.
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Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 16, 2026
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation. 1 corrected on site.
View 2 violations
6-1A - proper cold holding temperatures
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed chicken breast cold held above 41F at the breading prep top cooler . Also shredded cheese in 4 drawer reach in cooler in grill area cold held above 41F. CA: (f) Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food, Hot and Cold Holding. Except during preparation, cooking, or cooling, or when time is used as the public health control, time/temperature control for safety food shall be maintained at 41°F (5°C) or below. COS: PIC moved the chicken breast and shredded cheese to the walk in freezer for rapid cooling.
511-6-1.04(6)(f)
15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: Observed grease and debris encrusted on the fryers in the main kitchen. CA: d) Nonfood-Contact Surfaces. Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be cleaned at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil residues. Advised PIC to increase the cleaning frequency to preclude the accumulation of encrusted grease and debris on non food contact surfaces.
511-6-1.05(7)(d)
82
Jul 15, 2025
Routine
1 major violation. 4 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 5 violations
2-2D - adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible
Inspector notes: No hand drying provisions were available at any of the handwashing sinks during the time of inspection. CA:(b) Hand Drying Provision. Each handwashing sink or group of adjacent handwashing sinks shall be provided with: 1. Individual, disposable towels; Pf 2. A continuous towel system that supplies the user with a clean towel; Pf 3. A heated-air hand drying device; Pf or 4. A hand drying device that employs an air-knife system that delivers high velocity, pressurized air at ambient temperatures.Pf Provide approved hand drying provisions, such as paper towels or air dryers, at all handwashing sinks to ensure proper hand hygiene at all times
511-6-1.07(3)(b)
12A - contamination prevented during food preparation, storage, display
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed coolant from the cooler in the main kitchen leaking onto and into sauce packets during the time of inspection. CA:(r) Food Storage, Prohibited Areas. Food may not be stored in the following areas: 1. Locker rooms; 2. Toilet rooms; 3. Dressing rooms; 4. Garbage rooms; 5. Mechanical rooms; 6. Under sewer lines that are not shielded to intercept potential drips; 7. Under leaking water lines, including leaking automatic fire sprinkler heads, or under lines on which water has condensed; 8. Under open stairwells; or 9. Under other sources of contamination. COS: PIC discarded sauce packets
511-6-1.04(4)(r)
15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: Observed food accumulations and debris on equipment, other nonfood-contact surfaces. CA:(d) Nonfood-Contact Surfaces. Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be cleaned at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil residues. Advised PIC that nonfood-contact surfaces must be clean to sight and tough at all times.
511-6-1.05(7)(d)
16B - plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: Observed the handwashing sink in the main kitchen not functioning properly due to plumbing issues during the time of inspection. CA:(r) System Maintained in Good Repair. A plumbing system shall be repaired according to law; P and maintained in good repair. Advised PIC to repair the plumbing to restore proper function of the handwashing sink. A fully operational handwashing sink must be available at all times
511-6-1.06(2)(r)
18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present
Inspector notes: Observed live flies in the vicinity of the three-compartment sink and mop sink during the time of inspection. CA:(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. Advised PIC to implement immediate pest control measures to eliminate the presence of flies.
511-6-1.07(5)(k)
74
Dec 5, 2024
Routine
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: Observed food accumulations and debris on equipment, floors, and other nonfood-contact surfaces. Advised PIC that nonfood-contact surfaces must be clean to sight and tough at all times. Employees immediately began cleaning.
511-6-1.05(7)(a)
15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: Observed food accumulations and debris on equipment, floors, and other nonfood-contact surfaces. Advised PIC that nonfood-contact surfaces must be clean to sight and tough at all times. Employees immediately began cleaning.
511-6-1.05(7)(a)
16B - plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: Observed the hand sink in the drive thru not working properly due to the plumbing problem.
511-6-1.06(2)(r)
86
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Zaxby's last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Zaxby's on file is from Feb 16, 2026. The public record contains three inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Zaxby's?
Across the inspection record, “nonfood-contact surfaces clean” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Zaxby's.
How does Zaxby's compare to other restaurants in Tucker?
Zaxby's most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is lower than the Tucker average of 89.
Has Zaxby's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Zaxby's have averaged around two violations per visit, down from roughly four 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.
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