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Wendy's #7875
139 E COLLEGE ST , BOWDON, GA 30108 · Health inspection record from Georgia Department of Public Health
Most recent inspection (August 24, 2026): Inspectors recorded 2 violations, 1 of them critical, involving pest control. This restaurant scored as low as 85 on July 8, 2025 — see the full history below.
Inspection history
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A96August 24, 20262 violations
Inspectors recorded 2 violations, 1 of them critical, involving pest control.
Observed fly activity present in kitchen./PIC showed frequent pest control records.
−3 points · Cited as “511-6-1.07(5)(k) - controlling pests (pf, c)”Observed low grout throughout main kitchen causing some food buildup./repair as needed.
−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.07(2)(a) - floor, walls, & ceilings, cleanability (c)”A96January 16, 20261 violation
Inspectors recorded 1 violation, 1 of them critical, involving management & training.
Missing key drop delivery policy and posting of consumer allergen reporting.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.03(2)(a)-(n)(p),(q) - responsibility of pic (pf)”B85July 8, 20253 violations
Inspectors recorded 3 violations, 1 of them critical, involving temperature control and pest control.
Observed in preptop cooler, sliced cheese and diced eggs holding at 55F./ PIC discarded items.
−9 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(6)(f) - time/temperature control for safety; cold holding (p)”Observed light visible through gaps in the rear door. / Replace threshold and weather stripping to prevent pest entry.
−3 points · Cited as “511-6-1.07(5)(l) - removing dead or trapped birds, insects, rodents, and other pest (c)”Observed fly activity present in kitchen and lobby./ observed pest control records targeting fly pests.
−3 points · Cited as “511-6-1.07(5)(l) - removing dead or trapped birds, insects, rodents, and other pest (c)”B86December 10, 20243 violations
Inspectors recorded 3 violations, 1 of them critical, involving temperature control and pest control.
Observed Frosty Mix held in machine at 47 degrees. Recommend discarding mix, take machine out of service until repaired. All TCS foods should be held at 41 degrees or below.
−9 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(6)(f) - time/temperature control for safety; cold holding (p)”Observed light visible through gaps in the rear door. / Replace threshold and weather stripping to prevent pest entry.
−3 points · Cited as “511-6-1.07(2)(m) - outer openings protected (c)”Observed debris build up on gasket for walk in cooler door and walk in freezer door. Cooler door gasket also split. / Replace and clean often to prevent pests.
−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.05(2)(h) - nonfood-contact surfaces (c)”A91June 21, 20244 violations
Inspectors recorded 4 violations involving food storage, pest control and facility upkeep.
Observed many boxes on the floor in dry storage./ all food items should be at least 6 inches off of the floor to prevent contamination.
−3 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(4)(q) - food storage (c)”Observed daylight through gaps in the rear door. Observed some fly activity in main kitchen / Replace weather strips to avoid pest entry. There should be no light showing through the door.
−3 points · Cited as “511-6-1.07(2)(m) - outer openings protected (c)”Observed low grout in kitchen. // Regrout for cleanability, low grout can store food debris.
−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.07(2)(a) - floor, walls, & ceilings, cleanability (c)”Grease build-up present on hood. Observed light out in hood vent/ Have hood professionally cleaned often enough to prevent debris build up and potential food contamination.
−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.05(3)(d) - ventilation hood system, adequacy, adequate to prevent grease & condensation build-up (c)”A94January 29, 20245 violations
Inspectors recorded 5 violations involving pest control, cleaning & sanitizing and facility upkeep.
Observed daylight through gaps in the rear door. / Replace weather strips to avoid pest entry. There should be no light showing through the door.
−3 points · Cited as “511-6-1.07(2)(m) - outer openings protected (c)”Observed gaskets / seals on walk in cooler in poor repair. / Replace gasket.
−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.05(6)(a) - good repair & proper adjustment (c)”Observed low grout in kitchen. // Regrout for cleanability, low grout can store food debris.
−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.07(2)(a) - floor, walls, & ceilings, cleanability (c)”Observed food and debris spilled on the freezer floor. / Clean often.
−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.07(5)(a),(b) - good repair, physical facilities maintained; cleaning, frequency & restrictions, cleaned often enough to keep them clean (c)”Grease and dust debris build-up present on hood. / Have hood professionally cleaned often enough to prevent debris build up and potential food contamination.
−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.07(5)(d) - cleaning ventilation system, nuisance & discharge prohibition, cleaned in way not to cause contamination or create a public health hazard (c)”Georgia scores on a 100-point scale: A 90–100, B 80–89, C 70–79, U below 70.
Source
Published by the Georgia Department of Public Health · permit 022-05-FSVC-003614. Verify this record at ga.healthinspections.us. Georgia’s inspection records are published by county health district, not from a single statewide portal.