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Krystal Restaurants LLC
10003 ABERCORN ST , SAVANNAH, GA 31406 · Health inspection record from Georgia Department of Public Health
Most recent inspection (May 7, 2026): Inspectors recorded 10 violations, 4 of them critical, involving temperature control, handwashing & hygiene and cleaning & sanitizing.
Inspection history
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C76May 7, 202610 violations
Inspectors recorded 10 violations, 4 of them critical, involving temperature control, handwashing & hygiene and cleaning & sanitizing.
Observed multiple items in the walk-in cooler holding above 41 degrees F.
−9 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(6)(f) - time/temperature control for safety; cold holding (p)”Observed no hot water available at the back hand sink next to the ice machine. RCA: PIC shall have hot water restored to the hand sink to allow for proper hand washing for employee's. Rule: A handwashing sink shall be equipped to provide tempered water at a temperature of at least 85ºF (29.4 ºC) through a mixing valve or combination faucet.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.06(2)(c) - handwashing sinks, installation (pf, c)”Observed brownish and pink build-up on the baffle of the ice machine. RCA: PIC shall ensure the ice machine is emptied, washed, rinsed and sanitized to prevent build-up. Rule: Equipment food-contact surfaces and utensils shall be clean to sight and touch.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.05(7)(a)1 - equipment, food-contact surfaces,& utensils (pf)”Observed build-up of residue on the inside of the soda nozzles for the soda machine in front food service area. RCA: PIC shall ensure nozzles are being removed and cleaned daily to prevent build-up. Rule: Equipment food-contact surfaces and utensils shall be clean to sight and touch.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.05(7)(a)1 - equipment, food-contact surfaces,& utensils (pf)”Observed the inspection report from two inspections ago on display and not the most recent report.
−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.02(1)(d) - displaying of the inspection report (c)”Observed multiple boxes of single service items (cups, napkins) stored in the floor of the outside dry storage room. Rule: Single-service and single-use articles shall be stored: (i) In a clean, dry location; (ii) Where they are not exposed to splash, dust, or other contamination; and (iii) At least 6 inches (15 centimeters) above the floor.
−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.05(10)(e)1&3 - single-service/single-use items stored 6" off floor in clean, dry location (c)”Observed build-up of food debris inside the reach-in coolers and freezers. Observed pooling of water and food debris and Cvap holding unit. Observed build-up of food debris inside the warmer drawers. Rule: Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be kept free of an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris.
−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.05(7)(a)2,3 - equipment, food/nonfood-contact surfaces, and utensils, food-contact surfaces of cooking equipment & nonfood-contact surfaces free of accumulations (c)”Observed build-up of food debris in the floors in the walk-in coolers. RCA: Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be kept free of an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris.
−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.05(7)(a)2,3 - equipment, food/nonfood-contact surfaces, and utensils, food-contact surfaces of cooking equipment & nonfood-contact surfaces free of accumulations (c)”Observed missing ceiling tiles in the front food service area. Rule: All physical facilities shall be maintained in good repair.
−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)”Observed broken floor tiles at the threshold between walk-in cooler and walk-in freezer. Observed missing floor tiles in front of the 3-compartmetn sink. Floors, floor coverings, walls, wall coverings, and ceilings shall be designed, constructed, and installed so they are smooth and easily cleanable.
−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.07(2)(c) - floor and wall junctures, coved, & enclosed or sealed, water-flushed floors provided with drains & graded to drain (c)”B87May 13, 20255 violations
Inspectors recorded 5 violations, 3 of them critical, involving cleaning & sanitizing, pest control and facility upkeep.
Inquired about clean up procedure for vomiting and diarrheal events and PIC stated that they use the purple substance at the mop sink. When the inspector reviewed the chemical it was identified as an degreaser. Inspector reviewed the sanitizer that is used for the 3 compartment sink and sanitizer buckets and observed it does not kill norovirus. PIC showed inspector another chemical that she thought may be helpful. Inspector observed that it also did not kill norovirus.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.03(6) - clean-up of vomiting and diarrheal events(pf)”Observed drink nozzles at the drive through had a black substance on the clear insert of 4 nozzles. COS: Inspector removed each nozzle and requested that the PIC clean them prior to replacing them. PIC cleaned each nozzle so that they were clear of the black substance.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.05(7)(a)1 - equipment, food-contact surfaces,& utensils (pf)”Observed multiple flies in the main kitchen of the facility.
−3 points · Cited as “511-6-1.07(5)(k) - controlling pests (pf, c)”Observed back door and front door of establishment were not tight fitting. Upon review of pest control inspection it has been noted that fixing the rear entrance will help prevent the entrance of pest.
−3 points · Cited as “511-6-1.07(2)(m) - outer openings protected (c)”Observed multiple ceiling tiles throughout the facility missing or water damaged. Also observed multiple cracked and/or broken tiles throughout the facility with standing water inside of them. Equipment in facility was visibly dirty with handles to walk in, reach in coolers and doors having sticky built on substance.
−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)”A93May 16, 20243 violations
Inspectors recorded 3 violations involving cleaning & sanitizing.
Observed wiping clothes to be stored in QUAT sanitizer exceeding the test strip chart (blue). Concentration of sanitizer was too high. COS/CA: PIC added cold water to sanitizer buckets and retested to give a ppm of 200. RCA: Facility shall test the sanitizer buckets prior to use to ensure that the concentration does not exceed DPH Rule 511-6-1-.05(6)(n).
−3 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(4)(m) - wiping cloths, use limitation (c)”Observed upright freezer across from fryers to have a ice accumulation on the bottom and sides of interior of unit. PIC states that when the equipment goes into defrost and then turns back on it, the ice tends to accumulate. RCA: Equipment shall be maintained in a state of repair and condition that meets the requirements specified under subsections (1) and (2)of this Rule. 2. Equipment components such as doors, seals, hinges, fasteners, and kick plates shall be kept intact, tight, and adjusted in accordance with manufacturer's specifications. 3. Cutting or piercing parts of can openers shall be kept sharp to minimize the creation of metal fragments that can contaminate food when the container is opened.
−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.05(6)(a) - good repair & proper adjustment (c)”Observed multiple ceiling tiles throughout the facility (front service area and back kitchen near 3 compartment sink) to damage (holes within the ceiling tile). RCA: Ceiling tiles shall be replaced or fixed to help protect from overhead contamination. All physical facilities shall be maintained in good repair.
−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)”A93November 17, 20233 violations
Inspectors recorded 3 violations involving cleaning & sanitizing.
Observed wiping clothes to be stored in QUAT sanitizer exceeding the test strip chart (blue). Concentration of sanitizer was too high. COS/CA: PIC added cold water to sanitizer buckets and retested to give a ppm of 200. RCA: Facility shall test the sanitizer buckets prior to use to ensure that the concentration does not exceed DPH Rule 511-6-1-.05(6)(n).
−3 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(4)(m) - wiping cloths, use limitation (c)”Observed grease and oil splatter around exterior of the warmer pass thru, fryers and grill in the main kitchen. RCA: Equipment exteriors shall be cleaned more frequently to avoid any accumulation of grease or residue. The food-contact surfaces of cooking equipment and pans shall be kept free of encrusted grease deposits and other soil accumulations. Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be kept free of an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris.
−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.05(7)(a)2,3 - equipment, food/nonfood-contact surfaces, and utensils, food-contact surfaces of cooking equipment & nonfood-contact surfaces free of accumulations (c)”Observed ceiling tile above 3 compartment sink to be missing and multiple ceiling tiles in the front service area to be damage due to an active leak. PIC is aware of the issue and had a work order submitted to Krystals corporate office to be fixed. RCA: Ceiling tiles shall be replaced or fixed to help protect from overhead contamination. All physical facilities shall be maintained in good repair.
−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)”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 FSP-025-004822. Verify this record at ga.healthinspections.us. Georgia’s inspection records are published by county health district, not from a single statewide portal.