Checkers Restaurant #C1143

3566 Martin Luther King Dr, Atlanta, GA 30331

American

License: Food Service

Last inspected: Mar 20, 2026

Score

Low Risk

Public records show four inspections at Checkers Restaurant #C1143 stretching back to 2024. The newest entry in the record is dated Mar 20, 2026. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.

There hasn't been much movement either way: counts have stayed near two violations per visit across recent inspections.

The pattern that stands out is “food properly labeled”, which has been cited two times.

Among Atlanta restaurants, the typical score is 90; Checkers Restaurant #C1143 is comfortably above that bar. The record reflects steady performance over time.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Mar 20, 2026

Routine

1 minor violation.

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10D - food properly labeled; original container

Inspector notes: Observed all the single containers with sauce are not labeled with their common names. 511-6-1.04(4)(d) - Food Storage Containers Identified with Common Name of Food (C) (d) Food Storage Containers, Identified with Common Name of Food. Except for containers holding food that can be readily and unmistakably recognized, such as dry pasta, working containers holding food or food ingredients that are removed from their original packages for use in the food establishment, such as cooking oils, flour, herbs, potato flakes, salt, spices, and sugar shall be clearly and legibly identified, in English, with the common name of the food.

511-6-1.04(4)(d)

Sep 15, 2025

Routine

1 major violation. 1 minor violation.

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2-2D - adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible

Inspector notes: Observed hand sink hot water handle vibrating with noise when turned on. 511-6-1.06(2)(o) - Using a Handwashing Sink- Operation & maintenance (Pf) (o) Using a Handwashing Sink. 1. A handwashing sink shall be maintained so that it is accessible at all times for employee use. Pf 2. A handwashing facility may not be used for purposes other than handwashing. Pf 3. An automatic handwashing facility shall be used in accordance with manufacturer’s instructions. PIC instructed to fix within 10 days.

511-6-1.06(2)(o)

17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean

Inspector notes: Observed broken wall tile/base by the hand sink and holes on the wall. 511-6-1.07(5)(a),(b) - Good Repair, physical facilities maintained; Cleaning, Frequency & Restrictions, cleaned often enough to keep them clean (C) (5) Maintenance and Operation. (a) Good Repair. All physical facilities shall be maintained in good repair. (b) Cleaning, Frequency and Restrictions. PIC will fix within 10 days.

511-6-1.07(5)(a)

Mar 17, 2025

Routine

1 major violation. 2 minor violations.

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2-2D - adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible

Inspector notes: Observed No supply of hand cleaning liquid, powder, or bar soap was provided at the hand sink and/or group of two adjacent handwashing sinks, and the sink is not available for use. 511-6-1.06(2)(o) - Using a Handwashing Sink- Operation & maintenance (Pf) (o) Using a Handwashing Sink. 1. A handwashing sink shall be maintained so that it is accessible at all times for employee use. Pf 2. A handwashing facility may not be used for purposes other than handwashing. Pf 3. An automatic handwashing facility shall be used in accordance with manufacturer’s instructions. Pf PIC will ensure it is made available for employee use.

511-6-1.06(2)(o)

10D - food properly labeled; original container

511-6-1.04(4)(d)

17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean

Inspector notes: Observed walk in freezer with condensation and ice build up on the ceiling, floor and on the door, preventing it from closing properly. 511-6-1.07(5)(a),(b) - Good Repair, physical facilities maintained; Cleaning, Frequency & Restrictions, cleaned often enough to keep them clean (C) (5) Maintenance and Operation. (a) Good Repair. All physical facilities shall be maintained in good repair PIC will ensure to put a work order to have it fixed.

511-6-1.07(5)(a)

Sep 13, 2024

Routine

1 minor violation.

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18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present

Inspector notes: Observed gnats near hand sink and 3 compartment sink. CA: advised PIC to have company come and clean drains.

511-6-1.07(5)(k)

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Checkers Restaurant #C1143 last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Checkers Restaurant #C1143 on file is from Mar 20, 2026. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Checkers Restaurant #C1143?

Across the inspection record, “food properly labeled” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Checkers Restaurant #C1143.

How does Checkers Restaurant #C1143 compare to other restaurants in Atlanta?

Checkers Restaurant #C1143 most recently scored 95 out of 100, which is higher than the Atlanta average of 90.

Has Checkers Restaurant #C1143's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Checkers Restaurant #C1143 have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Checkers Restaurant #C1143 means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.

How often is Checkers Restaurant #C1143 inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Checkers Restaurant #C1143 is inspected around three times per year on average.

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