Cracker Barrel Old Country Store #46

3950 Riverside Dr, Macon, GA 31210

American

License: Food Service

Last inspected: Nov 18, 2025

100

Score

Low Risk

The health department has logged four inspections at Cracker Barrel Old Country Store #46, the earliest from 2024. Cracker Barrel Old Country Store #46 was last inspected on Nov 18, 2025. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.

Things have been moving in the right direction, with the rolling count dropping from around four violations to closer to zero violations per visit.

“Physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing two times across the record.

The city-wide average for Macon sits at 91, putting Cracker Barrel Old Country Store #46 on the better side of that line. The record reflects steady performance over time.

Inspections

Critical latest

Major latest

Minor latest

Inspection History

Nov 18, 2025

Routine

No violations found.

100

Apr 8, 2025

Routine

1 minor violation.

View 1 violation

13A - posted: permit/inspection/choking poster/handwashing

Inspector notes: EHS observed facility lacking most recent inspection score posted for public viewing. EHS observed the inspection score that is posted is from April 2024. CA-PIC needs to make sure that the most up to date inspection score is posted for public viewing.

511-6-1.02(1)(d)

Oct 24, 2024

Routine

1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 3 minor violations.

View 6 violations

3-1C - food in good condition, safe, and unadulterated

Inspector notes: EHS looked into the reach in cooler was about to tempt the shredded cheese and the cheese had mold like substance on the product. EHS checked the label and the product was labeled correctly but the product still had mold like substance present on it. CA-EHS showed the product to PIC and PIC quickly discarded the item. PIC needs to make sure that employees are observing food items conditions before using them.

511-6-1.04(1)

2-2A - management knowledge, responsibilities, reporting

Inspector notes: EHS requested for employee health forms. PIC could not provide the proper documentation. CA-PIC needs to have employees read and sign the employee health forms. Documents must be stored at the facility and accessible.

511-6-1.03(4)(a)(b)(c)(e)(f)

4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized

Inspector notes: EHS observed several dishes with food debris on them. A bowl had orange substance on the rim of the bowl. Plates still had debris inside of the dish. CA-PIC needs to make sure that employees are properly washing dishes correctly and observe clean dishes to make sure that food contact surfaces are free from any food debris.

511-6-1.05(7)(b)

15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean

Inspector notes: EHS observed excessive amounts of food debris on shelves where clean dishes are stored. CA-PIC needs to make sure that employees are keeping shelves clean and free of food debris. This will help reduce possible contamination.

511-6-1.05(7)(d)

4-2A - food stored covered

Inspector notes: EHS observed several food items in the hot holding area without any covering. The items that was uncovered was grits, brown and white gravy. A receipt was found in the gravy. CA-PIC needs to make sure all food items are covered at all times to reduce anything falling into the product and possibly contaminating the product.

511-6-1.04(4)(c)

14C - single-use/single-service articles: properly stored, used

Inspector notes: EHS observed single use lids and small cups in a box without a lid or anything covering the items. CA-PIC needs to make sure that single use items are properly stored to reduce anything contaminating the items that are being used at the facility.

511-6-1.05(10)(g)(1)

Apr 1, 2024

Routine

4 minor violations.

View 4 violations

13A - posted: permit/inspection/choking poster/handwashing

Inspector notes: EHS observed facility lacking most recent inspection score posted for public viewing. EHS observed inspection of an 93 from 2/20/23 posted. 1. The most current inspection report shall be prominently displayed in public view at all times, within fifteen feet of the front or primary public door and between five feet and seven feet from the floor and in an area where it can be read at a distance of one foot away. PIC is to post most recent inspection score. This must be corrected by 04/01/24

511-6-1.02(1)(d)

15A - food and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, and used

Inspector notes: EHS observed the need to replace gaskets on warming cabinet in main kitchen. EHS observed doors not being able to fully close and torn gaskets. (6) Maintenance and Operation. (a) Good Repair and Proper Adjustment. 1. Equipment shall be maintained in a state of repair and condition that meets the requirements specified under subsections (1) and (2)of this Rule. 2. Equipment components such as doors, seals, hinges, fasteners, and kick plates shall be kept intact, tight, and adjusted in accordance with manufacturer's specifications. Informed PIC to have gaskets replaced. This must be corrected by 04/01/24

511-6-1.05(6)(a)

17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean

Inspector notes: EHS observed ice buildup on floor and along pipes from condenser in walk in freezer. Per PIC system is being replaced soon. The sprinkler system went faulty and caused issues. (5) Maintenance and Operation. (a) Good Repair. All physical facilities shall be maintained in good repair. (b) Cleaning, Frequency and Restrictions. 1. The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean and by methods that prevent contamination of food products. Informed PIC to ensure that floors are cleaned. This must be corrected by 04/03/24

511-6-1.07(5)(a)

17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean

Inspector notes: EHS observed walls under hood vent system with a build up of grease in main kitchen. (5) Maintenance and Operation. (a) Good Repair. All physical facilities shall be maintained in good repair. (b) Cleaning, Frequency and Restrictions. 1. The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean and by methods that prevent contamination of food products. Informed PIC to ensure walls are cleaned at frequency to avoid buildup. This must be corrected by 4/15/24

511-6-1.07(5)(a)

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Cracker Barrel Old Country Store #46 last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Cracker Barrel Old Country Store #46 on file is from Nov 18, 2025. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Cracker Barrel Old Country Store #46?

Across the inspection record, “physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Cracker Barrel Old Country Store #46.

How does Cracker Barrel Old Country Store #46 compare to other restaurants in Macon?

Cracker Barrel Old Country Store #46 most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Macon average of 91.

Has Cracker Barrel Old Country Store #46's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Cracker Barrel Old Country Store #46 have averaged around zero violations per visit, down from roughly four earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Cracker Barrel Old Country Store #46 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 Cracker Barrel Old Country Store #46 inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Cracker Barrel Old Country Store #46 is inspected around two times per year on average.

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