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Cracker Barrel Old Country Store
301 EXCHANGE WAY , BRASELTON, GA 30517 · Health inspection record from Georgia Department of Public Health
Most recent inspection (January 28, 2026): Inspectors recorded 2 violations involving temperature control and menu & labeling.
Inspection history
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A91January 28, 20262 violations
Inspectors recorded 2 violations involving temperature control and menu & labeling.
Observed multiple food items uncovered in prep coolers and warming cabinet. Corrective Action (CA): Person in Charge (PIC) advised that food not actively cooling must be covered. Food covered. COS.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(4)(c)1(iv) - packaged & unpackaged food, food stored covered(c)”Establishment does not have written notifications declaring which major food allergens that are handled.
−3 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(7)(d) - other forms of information (c)”A91July 16, 20254 violations
Inspectors recorded 4 violations, 2 of them critical, involving cleaning & sanitizing and temperature control.
Observed ice machine near warewashing station with mold buildup on splash plate. PIC stated dining table are sanitized using a single bucket and cloth.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.05(7)(b) - food contact surfaces and utensils - cleaning frequency (p, c)”Observed multiple mac n cheese cooling in dense covered containers in walk-in cooler.
−3 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(6)(e) - cooling methods (pf, c)”Observed multiple items uncovered in make line freezer. Corrective Action (CA): Person in Charge (PIC) advised that food not actively cooling must be covered. Food covered. COS.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(4)(c)1(iv) - packaged & unpackaged food, food stored covered(c)”Observed heavy debris build-up on floor under warewashing equipment.
−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 25, 20244 violations
Inspectors recorded 4 violations involving handwashing & hygiene and food storage.
Observed several food handling staff with improper jewelry on hands/wrists: watches, multiple rings, studded/engraved rings, bracelets, etc. Food handlers may only wear a single metallic smooth band type ring on hands/wrists while handling and assembling food items. Mgr instructed staff to remove additional jewelry.
−3 points · Cited as “511-6-1.03(5)(g) - jewelry (c)”Observed several food handlers without proper hair restraints. All food handlers must restrain hair longer then 1/2" while handling and assembling food items. Staff correcting.
−3 points · Cited as “511-6-1.03(5)(j) - hair restraints (c)”Observed several stacks of plates/bowls on or around grill line stored upright and uncovered. Store tableware inverted or covered. COS.
−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.05(10)(e)1,2,4 - equipment, utensil, linens, stored 6" off floor in clean, dry location (c)”Observed accumulations of grease, oils, flour and/or debris on walls of cook line, dish line, storage areas and in WIF. Also observed accumulations of debris/splash on walls of cook line and dish line. Clean surfaces at a frequency to prevent accumulations by 12/1/24.
−1 point · Cited as “null”A92April 11, 20244 violations
Inspectors recorded 4 violations, 1 of them critical, involving temperature control, handwashing & hygiene and facility upkeep.
Observed sweet and regular baked potatoes dense packed in WIC for cooling. Potatoes separated onto baking sheets per corporate instructions.
−3 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(6)(e) - cooling methods (pf, c)”Observed staff handling food/beverages without proper hair restraints. All food handlers must utilize effective hair restraints such as hats, braids, ties, hair nets, etc.
−3 points · Cited as “511-6-1.03(5)(j) - hair restraints (c)”Observed staff handling food/beverages with improper jewelry (multiple rings, studded/stone rings, bracelets, wrist ties, etc). Food handlers may only have a single smooth metallic band type ring on wrists and hands.
−3 points · Cited as “511-6-1.03(5)(g) - jewelry (c)”Observed accumulations of grease, oils, slash, flour, dust and debris on floors and walls of cookline, dish line, biscuit area, and WIC or WIF. Also observed accumulations on hoot vents, ceiling vents, make up air vents and WIC fan grills. Clean items at a frequency to prevent accumulations.
−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)”A94October 23, 20232 violations
Inspectors recorded 2 violations, 1 of them critical, involving temperature control and food storage.
Observed mac and cheese in walk-in cooler, cooling in dense covered containers. Person in Charge advised to ensure all time/temperature control for safety (TCS) foods are rapidly cooled in shallow uncovered containers or other approved cooling methods. Mac and cheese moved to walk-in freezer to rapidly cool. COS. REPEAT.
−3 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(6)(e) - cooling methods (pf, c)”Observed clean food pans stacked while wet in dish storage area next to bulk ice machine. Observed customer plates not stored inverted with top covered on line. REPEAT.
−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.05(10)(e)1,2,4 - equipment, utensil, linens, stored 6" off floor in clean, dry location (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 78137. Verify this record at ga.healthinspections.us. Georgia’s inspection records are published by county health district, not from a single statewide portal.