Cook Out Restaurant
Last inspected: Apr 13, 2026
67
Score
The Cook Out Restaurant, located at 610 E 53 Hwy in Calhoun, GA, underwent a food service inspection on April 13, 2026. This inspection resulted in a moderate risk score of 67, with two major and four minor violations noted. Specific concerns included the adequacy of handwashing facilities, proper storage of in-use utensils, and the maintenance and use of warewashing facilities, including the availability of test strips.
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Inspection History
Apr 13, 2026
Routine
2 major violations. 4 minor violations. 4 corrected on site.
67
Violations — Apr 13, 2026 Inspection
2-2D - adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed one hand sink at drive thru area not operational (work order placed while in inspection), and other hand sink by bulk ice machine blocked by trash can and ice bucket on stand. Two hand sinks with glass cleaner stored on splash guards. CA: All hand sinks shall be easily accessible and in good operation and maintenance. COS: PIC relocated trash can. Work order placed for hand sink. Glass cleaner relocated.
511-6-1.06(2)(o)
14A - in-use utensils: properly stored
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed scoop handles being stored in fruit toppings with handle in contact with product. CA: Scoop handles shall not come into direct contact with product. COS: PIC removed scoops and replaced.
511-6-1.04(4)(k)
15B - warewashing facilities: installed, maintained, used; test strips
Inspector notes: Observed facility using Quat based sanitizer with no test strips to verify proper concentration. Facility currently has chlorine test strips. CA: Food service facilities shall have a proper verification device for sanitizing method.
511-6-1.05(3)(h)
15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: Observed wall behind 3 compartment sink with buildup, wall behind prep cooler with buildup, and several cooler gaskets with debris buildup. CA: All non food contact surfaces shall remain clean and in good repair.
511-6-1.05(7)(a)
17D - adequate ventilation and lighting; designated areas used
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed employee personal items (purse, keys) stored on dry stock shelving above facility food. CA: All employee personal items shall be stored in order to prevent the potential contamination of facility food or equipment. COS: PIC relocated employee items.
511-6-1.07(4)(b)
18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed several live flies throughout facility and coming into contact with food. CA: Food service facilities shall take appropriate actions in order to prevent pests. COS: PIC is placing fly strips and food was discarded.
511-6-1.07(5)(k)
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