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Zaxby's

11131 TARA BLVD , HAMPTON, GA 30228 · Health inspection record from Georgia Department of Public Health

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92 / 100 · Excellent
Last inspected July 8, 2026
13 inspections on record · average score 88

Most recent inspection (July 8, 2026): Inspectors recorded 3 violations, 2 of them critical, involving temperature control and facility upkeep. This restaurant scored as low as 76 on April 23, 2025 — see the full history below.

Inspection history

Every recorded inspection, newest first. Open one to see what the inspector found that day — a past failure matters even when the current score looks fine.

A92July 8, 20263 violations

Inspectors recorded 3 violations, 2 of them critical, involving temperature control and facility upkeep.

Critical (supporting)Corrected on siteEquipment, food-contact surfaces,& utensils (pf).

Equipment, food-contact surfaces,& utensils (pf).

−4 points · Item 1-6-1.05(7)(a)1
Critical (supporting)Corrected on siteCooling methods (pf, c).

Food wasn't cooled quickly enough after cooking.

−3 points · Item 1-6-1.04(6)(e)
RoutineGood repair, physical facilities maintained; cleaning, frequency & restrictions, cleaned often enough to keep them clean (c).

Floors, walls, ceilings or fixtures were in disrepair or not cleaned often enough.

−1 point · Item 1-6-1.07(5)(a),(b)
B85June 30, 20267 violations

Inspectors recorded 7 violations, 4 of them critical, involving management & training, handwashing & hygiene and pest control.

Critical (supporting)RepeatCertified food protection manager.

Observed CFSM certificate not posted in public view. The original CFSM certificate shall be posted in public view in each food service establishment. Stated to PIC to post the CFSM certificate in public view.

−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.03(3)(c) - certification documentation (pf)”
Critical (supporting)Adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible.

Observed the front food service hand sink not reaching a minimum temperature of 85 degrees F. A handwashing sink shall be equipped to provide tempered water of a temperature of at least 85 degrees F. Stated to the PIC to have the front-food service hand sink serviced.

−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.06(2)(c) - handwashing sinks, installation (pf, c)”
Critical (supporting)Corrected on siteAdequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible.

Observed the front food service hand sink stored with ice. Also observed the main kitchen's hand sinks storing a chemical bottle inside. A handwashing sink shall be maintained so that it is accessible at all times for employee used and may not be used for purposes other than hand washing. COS: PIC removed ice and chemical bottle from hand sinks.

−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.06(2)(o) - using a handwashing sink- operation & maintenance (pf)”
Critical (supporting)Insects, rodents, and animals not present.

Observed excessive fly activity throughout the establishment. The presence of insects, rodents, and other pests shall be controlled to minimize their presence on the premises by using methods, if pests are found, such as trapping devices or other means to control pests. Stated to PIC to contact pest control.

−3 points · Cited as “511-6-1.07(5)(k) - controlling pests (pf, c)”
RoutinePosted: permit/inspection/choking poster/handwashing.

Observed the most recent inspection report not posted in the lobby. The most recent inspection report shall be posted in public view at all times. Statedto the PIC to post the most recent inspection report in public view.

−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.02(1)(d) - displaying of the inspection report (c)”
RoutinePosted: permit/inspection/choking poster/handwashing.

Observed the 2026 permit not posted in the lobby in public view. A current Food Service Establishment shall be posted in public view at all times. Stated to the PIC to post the 2026 Food Service permit in public view.

−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.02(1)(f)(1) - permit, displayed (c)”
RoutineFood and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, and used.

Observed cold well in the main kitchen with an ambient temperature of 51.8 degrees F. Equipment shall be maintained in a state of repair and condition that meets the requirements specified in subsections (1) and (2) of this Rule. Stated to the PIC to have unit serviced.

−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.05(6)(a) - good repair & proper adjustment (c)”
A100February 2, 2026No violations recorded

No individual violations are recorded for this inspection in the published data.

B84November 17, 20254 violations

Inspectors recorded 4 violations, 3 of them critical, involving handwashing & hygiene, management & training and pest control.

CriticalCorrected on siteHands clean and properly washed.

Observed employee adjust garments and continue prepping without hand wash after contaminating. Observed employee handle cell phone and then proceed to prep fries at fryer basket. Advised PIC 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 and: after touching bare human body parts other than clean hands and clean, exposed arms: after engaging in other activities that contaminate the hands. COS: Had employees cease, wash hands, and don new gloves.

−9 points · Cited as “511-6-1.03(5)(c) - when to wash (p)”
Critical (supporting)Pic present, demonstrates knowledge, performs duties.

Observed no employee food allergen awareness training document onsite. Advised PIC employees are properly trained in food safety, including food allergy awareness, as it relates to their assigned duties. Food allergy awareness includes describing foods identified as major food allergens and the symptoms that a major food allergen could cause in a sensitive individual who has an allergic reaction.

−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.03(2)(a)-(n)(p),(q) - responsibility of pic (pf)”
Critical (supporting)Certified food protection manager.

Observed CFSM not posted. Advised PIC the original CFSM certificate shall be posted in public view in each food service establishment. An additional copy shall be retained on file at the food service establishment at all times, and shall be made available for inspection by the Health Authority.

−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.03(3)(c) - certification documentation (pf)”
RoutineCorrected on siteInsects, rodents, and animals not present.

Upon arrival, observed back door of facility propped open, when not in use.. Advised PIC except as specified in paragraphs 2 through 5 of this subsection, outer openings of a food service establishment shall be protected against the entry of insects and rodents by: solid, self-closing, tight-fitting doors. COS: PIC closed back door of facility.

−3 points · Cited as “511-6-1.07(2)(m) - outer openings protected (c)”
A100September 11, 2025No violations recorded

No individual violations are recorded for this inspection in the published data.

B86May 23, 20253 violations

Inspectors recorded 3 violations, 2 of them critical, involving handwashing & hygiene.

CriticalCorrected on siteFood separated and protected.

Observed food employee adjust garments with gloves on and handle sauce bottle. Also observed food employee touch ear with gloves on handle clean plastic bowl. Advised PIC single-use gloves shall be used for only one task used for no other purpose, and discarded when damaged or soiled. COS: Had food employees cease prep, wash hands, and don new gloves.

−9 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(4)(n)1 - gloves, use limitation (single use gloves) (p)”
Critical (supporting)Corrected on siteAdequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible.

Upon arrival, Observed plastic lid inside of handwashing sink in main food prep area. Advised PIC a handwashing facility may not be used for purposes other than handwashing. COS: Had PIC remove lid from handsink.

−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.06(2)(o) - using a handwashing sink- operation & maintenance (pf)”
RoutinePosted: permit/inspection/choking poster/handwashing.

Observed 2025 Food Service Establishment permit not open during time of inspection. Advised PIC that a current Food Service Establishment permit shall be posted in public view at all times. Advised PIC to obtain the 2025 Food Service Establishment permit and post in public view.

−1 point · Cited as “null”
C76April 23, 20256 violations

Inspectors recorded 6 violations, 5 of them critical, involving temperature control, management & training and handwashing & hygiene.

CriticalCorrected on siteProper cold holding temperatures.

Observed multiple TCS food items (Raw Chicken Breast at multiple areas and Sliced Cheese at reach-in cooler). Cold holding above 41F for less than 4-hours. Advised PIC Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food, 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). COS: Had PIC relocate items to cool back to proper temperature.

−9 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(6)(f) - time/temperature control for safety; cold holding (p)”
Critical (supporting)Corrected on siteRepeatPic present, demonstrates knowledge, performs duties.

Observed facility participating in key-drop delivery, no key-drop delivery contract presented upon request. Advised PIC Key-Drop deliveries shall be monitored as per 511-6-1-.04(3)(m). Monitoring of Receiving during Non-Operating Hours. Employees are verifying that foods delivered to the food service establishment during non-operating hours are from approved sources and are placed into appropriate storage locations such that they are maintained at the required temperatures, protected from contamination, unadulterated, accurately presented, by routinely monitoring the employees' observations, maintaining receiving/corrective action records for deliveries during non-operating hours and periodically evaluating foods upon their receipt as specified within DPH Rule 511-6-1-.04(3)(m). COS: PIC presented key-drop contract dated: 4/23/25.

−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.03(2)(a)-(n)(p),(q) - responsibility of pic (pf)”
Critical (supporting)Corrected on siteAdequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible.

Observed no paper towels at handwashing station at food prep area. Advised PIC Each handwashing sink or group of adjacent handwashing sinks shall be provided with: individual, disposable towels. COS: Had PIC place paper towels at handsink.

−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.07(3)(b) - hand drying provision (pf)”
Critical (supporting)Corrected on siteAdequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible.

Upon arrival, observed trash bin obstructing access to handsink. Advised PIC a handwashing sink shall be maintained so that it is accessible at all times for employee use. COS: Had PIC relocate trash bin away from handsink.

−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.06(2)(o) - using a handwashing sink- operation & maintenance (pf)”
Critical (supporting)Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized.

Observed multiple metal pans stocked as clean with food debris and residues in need of cleaning. Advised PIC 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)”
RoutineFood and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, and used.

Observed reach-in-cooler with ambient temperature of 65F. Advised PIC Ambient air temperature, water pressure, and water temperature measuring devices shall be maintained in good repair and be accurate within the intended range of use.

−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.05(6)(q)1&3 - good repair & calibration (c)”
A96March 27, 20251 violation

Inspectors recorded 1 violation, 1 of them critical, involving food-safety requirements.

Critical (supporting)Equipment, food-contact surfaces,& utensils (pf).

Equipment, food-contact surfaces,& utensils (pf).

−4 points · Item 1-6-1.05(7)(a)1
B80October 23, 20245 violations

Inspectors recorded 5 violations, 3 of them critical, involving handwashing & hygiene, cleaning & sanitizing and management & training.

CriticalCorrected on siteHands clean and properly washed.

Observed food employee adjust clothing with bare hands and don gloves and handle fries without hand washing step in between before initiating food prep. Advised PIC 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 and: Before donning gloves to initiate a task that involves working with food. COS: Had food employee cease prep, wash hands, and don new gloves.

−9 points · Cited as “511-6-1.03(5)(c) - when to wash (p)”
CriticalFood-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized.

Observed food contact surface of ice machine panel with black mold-like substance interior food contact portion. Advised PIC equipment food-contact surfaces and utensils shall be cleaned: at a frequency specified by the manufacturer; or absent manufacturer specifications, at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil or mold.

−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.05(7)(b) - food contact surfaces and utensils - cleaning frequency (p, c)”
Critical (supporting)Pic present, demonstrates knowledge, performs duties.

Observed facility participating in key-drop delivery, no key-drop delivery contract presented upon request. Advised PIC Key-Drop deliveries shall be monitored as per 511-6-1-.04(3)(m).

−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.03(2)(a)-(n)(p),(q) - responsibility of pic (pf)”
RoutineRepeatNonfood-contact surfaces clean.

Observed residues and rusting on multiple shelving nearest to prep-top cooler and grill in food prep area. Also observed accumulated debris on ac unit in main kitchen. Advised PIC 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)”
RoutinePhysical facilities installed, maintained, and clean.

Observed multiple stains on walls in food prep area. Advised PIC the physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean and by methods that prevent contamination of food products.

−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)”
B82August 23, 20245 violations

Inspectors recorded 5 violations, 1 of them critical, involving temperature control, food storage and handwashing & hygiene.

CriticalCorrected on siteTime/temperature control for safety; cold holding (p).

Cold food wasn't being held cold enough to stay safe.

−9 points · Item 1-6-1.04(6)(f)
RoutineCorrected on siteFood preparation (c).

Food preparation (c).

−3 points · Item 1-6-1.04(4)(t)
RoutineCorrected on siteFood storage (c).

Food wasn't stored covered or protected from contamination.

−3 points · Item 1-6-1.04(4)(q)
RoutineCorrected on siteHair restraints (c).

Staff weren't wearing required hair restraints.

−3 points · Item 1-6-1.03(5)(j)
RoutineCorrected on siteProhibitions; single service and single use articles (c).

Prohibitions; single service and single use articles (c).

−1 point · Item 1-6-1.05(10)(f)
B85May 8, 20245 violations

Inspectors recorded 5 violations, 2 of them critical, involving temperature control, handwashing & hygiene and cleaning & sanitizing.

CriticalCorrected on siteProper cold holding temperatures.

Observed multiple bags of salad in multiple prep-top coolers cold holding above 41F in temperature danger zone for 2 hours. Advised PIC 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: Had PIC relocate TCS food items.

−9 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(6)(f) - time/temperature control for safety; cold holding (p)”
Critical (supporting)Corrected on siteAdequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible.

Upon Arrival, Observed empty metal container inside handsink. Advised PIC A handwashing facility may not be used for purposes other than handwashing. COS: Had PIC removed metal container from handsink.

−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.06(2)(o) - using a handwashing sink- operation & maintenance (pf)”
RoutineCorrected on siteUtensils, equipment and linens: properly stored, dried, handled.

Observed multiple metal containers wet stacked at storage rack area at 3-compartment sink area. Advised PIC Shall be air-dried or used after adequate draining before contact with food. COS: Had PIC unstack wet stacked metal containers.

−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.05(10)(a) - equipment & utensils, air-drying required (c)”
RoutineFood and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, and used.

Observed multiple prep-top coolers (2), measuring ambient air temperature of 47F and 55F. Advised PIC Ambient air temperature, water pressure, and water temperature measuring devices shall be maintained in good repair and be accurate within the intended range of use.

−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.05(6)(q)1&3 - good repair & calibration (c)”
RoutineNonfood-contact surfaces clean.

Observed residues and rusting on multiple shelving nearest to prep-top cooler and grill in food prep area. Advised PIC 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)”
A91December 6, 20231 violation

Inspectors recorded 1 violation, 1 of them critical, involving temperature control.

CriticalCorrected on siteTime/temperature control for safety; cold holding (p).

Cold food wasn't being held cold enough to stay safe.

−9 points · Item 1-6-1.04(6)(f)
A93July 13, 20232 violations

Inspectors recorded 2 violations, 2 of them critical, involving cleaning & sanitizing and temperature control.

CriticalCorrected on siteFood contact surfaces and utensils - cleaning frequency (p, c).

Surfaces that touch food weren't kept clean and sanitized.

−4 points · Item 1-6-1.05(7)(b)
Critical (supporting)Corrected on siteCooling methods (pf, c).

Food wasn't cooled quickly enough after cooking.

−3 points · Item 1-6-1.04(6)(e)

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 031-750. Verify this record at ga.healthinspections.us. Georgia’s inspection records are published by county health district, not from a single statewide portal.

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