KrudAlert™Know the score.

Georgia › Monroe County › Forsyth

Dairy Queen

200 N LEE ST , FORSYTH, GA 31029 · Health inspection record from Georgia Department of Public Health

B
87 / 100 · Good
Last inspected October 2, 2026
9 inspections on record · average score 95

Most recent inspection (October 2, 2026): Inspectors recorded 2 violations, 1 of them critical, involving temperature control and cleaning & sanitizing.

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.

B87October 2, 20262 violations

Inspectors recorded 2 violations, 1 of them critical, involving temperature control and cleaning & sanitizing.

CriticalCorrected on siteProper cold holding temperatures.

Observed that the hot dogs in the prep top cooler are 71°F, 511-6-1.04(6)(f) - Time/Temperature Control for Safety; Cold Holding (P) (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 or 135°F (57°C) or above, except that roasts cooked to a temperature and for a time specified in subsection (5)(a)2 of this Rule and reheated using the same temperature and time conditions as cooking may be held at a temperature of 130°F (54°C) or above. corrected on site.

−9 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(6)(f) - time/temperature control for safety; cold holding (p)”
RoutineFood-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized.

Observed mildew on the walls inside the ice machine bin. Equipment food-contact surfaces and utensils shall be cleaned: In equipment such as ice bins and beverage dispensing nozzles and enclosed components of equipment such as ice makers, cooking oil storage tanks and distribution lines, beverage and syrup dispensing lines or tubes, coffee bean grinders, and water vending equipment, absent manufacturer specifications, at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil or mold. The ice bin will be cleaned 10/04/2026.

−4 points · Cited as “null”
A97March 6, 20262 violations

Inspectors recorded 2 violations, 1 of them critical, involving plumbing & water and temperature control.

CriticalPlumbing installed; proper backflow devices.

Observed the faucets leaking on the prep sink in the kitchen area, r) System Maintained in Good Repair. A plumbing system shall be repaired according to law; P and maintained in good repair. The owner will have the faucet repaired by 3/30/26.

−2 points · Cited as “511-6-1.06(2)(r) - system maintained in good repair (p, c)”
RoutineFood and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, and used.

Observed the prep top cooler not cold holding the temperature of 41-degree Fahrenheit in the kitchen area holding at 50 degrees, all refrigeration unit are required to cold hold PHF at 41-degree Fahrenheit or less to prevent the food from becoming contaminated. The manger will have maintenance come repair pre top cooler from have a block of ice in the R.I.C.

−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.05(6)(a) - good repair & proper adjustment (c)”
A95September 29, 20252 violations

Inspectors recorded 2 violations, 1 of them critical, involving cleaning & sanitizing and garbage & waste.

CriticalFood-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized.

Observed mildew on the walls inside the ice machine bend, . Equipment food-contact surfaces and utensils shall be cleaned:In equipment such as ice bins and beverage dispensing nozzles and enclosed components of equipment such as ice makers, cooking oil storage tanks and distribution lines, beverage and syrup dispensing lines or tubes, coffee bean grinders, and water vending equipment, absent manufacturer specifications, at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil or mold . The ice bend will be cleaned 10/5/25.

−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.05(7)(b) - food contact surfaces and utensils - cleaning frequency (p, c)”
RoutineGarbage/refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained.

Observed the sliding door open on the side of the dumpster, Covering Receptacles. Receptacles and waste handling units for refuse, recyclables, and returnable shall be kept covered: With tight-fitting lids or doors if kept outside the food service establishment COS the manager will have the sliding door closed.

−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.06(5)(n) - covering receptacles (c)”
A99March 10, 20251 violation

Inspectors recorded 1 violation involving food storage.

RoutineSingle-use/single-service articles: properly stored, used.

We observed exposed coffee filters on top of the cooler. Single-service and single-use articles shall be stored as specified under paragraph 1 of this subsection and shall be kept in the original protective package or stored by using other means that afford protection from contamination until used. the manager should ensure that the filter is covered to prevent contamination. correct by 03/12/2025.

−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)”
A95December 27, 20243 violations

Inspectors recorded 3 violations involving handwashing & hygiene and facility upkeep.

RoutineProper eating, tasting, drinking, or tobacco use.

Observed an employee drink from a water bottle from home in the kitchen area, However, drinking from a single service beverage cup with a secure lid and straw that is handled to prevent contamination of the employee’s hands, the container, exposed food, clean equipment, utensils and linens, unwrapped single-service and single-use articles will be allowed. COS the employee removed the water bottle from the kitchen correct by 12/27/2024.

−4 points · Cited as “null”
RoutinePhysical facilities installed, maintained, and clean.

Observed that the edge of the walls around the dish washing sink need to be cleaned from buildup of dirt and grime, 1. The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean and by methods that prevent contamination of food products. The manager will have walls and floors cleaned and detailed by 01/12/2025.

−1 point · Cited as “null”
RoutineAdequate ventilation and lighting; designated areas used.

Observed a light cover missing in the dry storage area, n, light bulbs shall be shielded, coated, or otherwise shatter-resistant in areas where there is exposed food, clean equipment, utensils, and linens. The cover should be replaced by 01/27/2025.

−1 point · Cited as “null”
A96September 10, 20243 violations

Inspectors recorded 3 violations involving handwashing & hygiene and cleaning & sanitizing.

RoutinePersonal cleanliness.

Observed employee wearing a watch on the wrist while cooking in the kitchens area, Jewelry. Except for a plain ring such as a wedding band food employees may not wear jewelry including medical information jewelry on their arms and hands while preparing food. COS the watch was removed from the wrist in the kitchen.

−3 points · Cited as “511-6-1.03(5)(j) - hair restraints (c)”
RoutineCorrected on siteWiping cloths: properly used and stored.

Observed wet wiping cloth on the counter in the kitchen area not stored in the buckets, Containers of chemical sanitizing solutions in which wet wiping cloths are held between uses shall be stored off the floor and used in a manner that prevents contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens, single-service, or single-use articles. COS the wet wiping cloth were placed in the sanitizer between usage correctly.

−3 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(4)(m) - wiping cloths, use limitation (c)”
RoutineIn-use utensils: properly stored.

Observed a plastic cup with no handle stored inside the sugar bucket, In food that is not time/temperature control for safety food with their handles above the top of the food within containers or equipment that can be closed, such as bins of sugar, flour, or cinnamon. COS plastic cup was discarded.

−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.04(4)(k) - in-use utensils, between-use storage (c)”
A96June 4, 20242 violations

Inspectors recorded 2 violations involving food storage.

RoutinePersonal cleanliness.

Observed employee wearing a bracelet on the wrist while cooking in the kitchens area, Jewelry. Except for a plain ring such as a wedding band food employees may not wear jewelry including medical information jewelry on their arms and hands while preparing food. COS the bracelet was removed from the wrist in the kitchen.

−3 points · Cited as “511-6-1.03(5)(g) - jewelry (c)”
RoutineCorrected on siteSingle-use/single-service articles: properly stored, used.

Observed boxes of fries on the freezer floor At least 6 inches (15 centimeters) above the floor. 3. Single-service and single-use articles shall be stored as specified under paragraph 1 of this subsection and shall be kept in the original protective package or stored by using other means that afford protection from contamination until used. The boxes of fries will be placed on a crate of the floor in the freezer.

−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)”
A96January 26, 20242 violations

Inspectors recorded 2 violations involving garbage & waste.

RoutinePersonal cleanliness.

Observed a employee wearing a watch while prepping in the kitchen, Jewelry. Except for a plain ring such as a wedding band food employees may not wear jewelry including medical information jewelry on their arms and hands while preparing food. The manager will remove the watch from employee.

−3 points · Cited as “511-6-1.03(5)(g) - jewelry (c)”
RoutineGarbage/refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained.

OBserved the top lid of the dumpster open, Covering Receptacles. Receptacles and waste handling units for refuse, recyclables, and returnables shall be kept covered: With tight-fitting lids or doors if kept outside the food service establishmen COS the manager will havethe lid closed.

−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.06(5)(n) - covering receptacles (c)”
A97October 24, 20231 violation

Inspectors recorded 1 violation involving pest control.

RoutineInsects, rodents, and animals not present.

Observed light coming under the bottom of the backdoor of the kitchen, outer openings of a food service establishment shall be protected against the entry of insects and rodents by having a Solid, self-closing, tight-fitting doors. The owner will have the threshold repaired at the bottom of the backdoor.

−3 points · Cited as “511-6-1.07(2)(m) - outer openings protected (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 31020421. Verify this record at ga.healthinspections.us. Georgia’s inspection records are published by county health district, not from a single statewide portal.

A-graded restaurants nearby in Forsyth

Community Improvement Coalition-seasonalScore 100 · inspected June 22, 2026Timberlake Campground-seasonalScore 100 · inspected July 27, 2026LA PASADITA CAFE - TRAILERScore 100 · inspected July 23, 2026LA PASADITA CAFE LLCScore 100 · inspected July 23, 2026Taco BellScore 100 · inspected August 10, 2026LA PASADITA - MOBILE TRUCKScore 100 · inspected July 29, 2026