Three Dollar Cafe received a score of 74 and a grade of C during a Georgia Department of Public Health inspection conducted November 9, 2026. The score reflects conditions observed during that inspection.
Inspection details
Establishment: Three Dollar Cafe
Location: 1000 REGENCY PLAZA MCDONOUGH, GA 30253, Henry County
Inspection date: November 9, 2026
Inspection purpose: Routine
Score and grade: 74/C
Inspector: Robert Lewis
Permit number: FSP-075-000454
Inspection findings
2-2D – adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible
Rule citation: 511-6-1.06(2)(c) – handwashing sinks, installation (pf, c)
Official point value: 4
Corrected during inspection: No
Repeat violation: No
Inspector notes and corrective action: Observed the bar located in the bar area did not have an accessible handsink, soap, and paper towels. PIC will cease preparing mixed drinks and ice. PIC will remove keg handles and kegs. Reach in cooler will be used for bottle and can drinks only. 511-6-1.06(2)(c) – Handwashing sinks, Installation (Pf, C) (c) Handwashing Sink Installation. 1. A handwashing sink shall be equipped to provide tempered water at a temperature of at least 85ºF (29.4 ºC) through a mixing valve or combination faucet. Pf 2. A steam mixing valve may not be used at a handwashing sink. 3. A self-closing, slow-closing, or metering faucet shall provide a flow of water for at least 15 seconds without the need to reactivate the faucet. 4. An automatic handwashing facility shall be installed in accordance with manufacturer’s instructions.
3-1C – food in good condition, safe, and unadulterated
Rule citation: 511-6-1.04(1) – safe, unadulterated and honestly presented (p)
Official point value: 9
Corrected during inspection: No
Repeat violation: No
Inspector notes and corrective action: Observed molded fruit in the keg cooler located in the outside bar area. Also observed spoiled raw chicken in the walk in cooler. The raw chicken contained an expiration date of 11/3/26. 511-6-1.04(1) – Safe, unadulterated and Honestly Presented (P) (1) Condition. Food shall be safe, unadulterated, and honestly presented. P
6-2 – proper date marking and disposition
Rule citation: 511-6-1.04(6)(h) – ready-to-eat time/temperature control for safety food, disposition (p)
Official point value: 4
Corrected during inspection: No
Repeat violation: No
Inspector notes and corrective action: Observed TCS foods (Raw chicken) located in the walk in cooler with an expiration date of 11/3/26. The raw chicken contained a strong odor. PIC corrected on site by discarding the raw chicken. 511-6-1.04(6)(h) – Ready-To-Eat Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food, Disposition (P) (h) Ready-to-Eat, Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food, Disposition. 1. A food that requires datemarking shall be discarded if it: (i) Exceeds 7 days, not including the time that the product is frozen; P (ii) Is in a container or package that does not bear a date or day; P or (iii) Is inappropriately marked with a date or day that exceeds 7 days . P 2. Refrigerated, ready-to-eat, time / temperature control for safety food prepared in a food service establishment and dispensed through a vending machine with an automatic shutoff control shall be discarded if it exceeds 7 days. P
8-2B – toxic substances properly identified, stored, used
Rule citation: 511-6-1.07(6)(c) – storage, separation (p)
Official point value: 4
Corrected during inspection: No
Repeat violation: No
Inspector notes and corrective action: Observed several chemical bottles not properly labeled. 511-6-1.07(6)(c) – Storage, Separation (P) (c) Storage, Separation. Poisonous or toxic materials shall be stored so they cannot contaminate food, equipment, utensils, linens, and single-service and single-use articles by: 1. Separating the poisonous or toxic materials by spacing or partitioning; P and 2. Locating the poisonous or toxic materials in an area that is not above food, equipment, utensils, linens, and single-service or single-use articles. This requirement does not apply to equipment and utensil cleaners and sanitizers that are stored in warewashing areas for availability and convenience if the materials are stored to prevent contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens, and single-service and single-use articles. P
8-2B – toxic substances properly identified, stored, used
Rule citation: 511-6-1.07(6)(c) – storage, separation (p)
Official point value: 4
Corrected during inspection: No
Repeat violation: No
Inspector notes and corrective action: Observed a bottle of hydrogen peroxide stored next to cornstarch. 511-6-1.07(6)(c) – Storage, Separation (P) (c) Storage, Separation. Poisonous or toxic materials shall be stored so they cannot contaminate food, equipment, utensils, linens, and single-service and single-use articles by: 1. Separating the poisonous or toxic materials by spacing or partitioning; P and 2. Locating the poisonous or toxic materials in an area that is not above food, equipment, utensils, linens, and single-service or single-use articles. This requirement does not apply to equipment and utensil cleaners and sanitizers that are stored in warewashing areas for availability and convenience if the materials are stored to prevent contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens, and single-service and single-use articles. P
15C – nonfood-contact surfaces clean
Rule citation: 511-6-1.05(7)(a)2,3 – equipment, food/nonfood-contact surfaces, and utensils, food-contact surfaces of cooking equipment & nonfood-contact surfaces free of accumulations (c)
Official point value: 1
Corrected during inspection: No
Repeat violation: No
Inspector notes and corrective action: Observed condensation build up and accumulation on the floor of the keg cooler located in the bar area. 511-6-1.05(7)(a)2,3 – Equipment, Food/Nonfood-Contact Surfaces, and Utensils, food-contact surfaces of cooking equipment & nonfood-contact surfaces free of accumulations (C) 2. The food-contact surfaces of cooking equipment and pans shall be kept free of encrusted grease deposits and other soil accumulations. 3. Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be kept free of an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris.
15C – nonfood-contact surfaces clean
Official point value: 1
Corrected during inspection: No
Repeat violation: No
Inspector notes and corrective action: Observed broken glass pieces in the bottom of the glass cooler located in the bar area. PIC instructed to clean the cooler by 11/11/26.
16B – plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Rule citation: 511-6-1.06(2)(r) – system maintained in good repair (p, c)
Official point value: 2
Corrected during inspection: No
Repeat violation: No
Inspector notes and corrective action: Observed a condensation leak in the keg cooler located on the patio. PIC will have the leak repaired and remove all keg handles and kegs. 511-6-1.06(2)(r) – System Maintained in Good Repair (P, C) (r) System Maintained in Good Repair. A plumbing system shall be repaired according to law; P and maintained in good repair.
17B – garbage/refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
Rule citation: 511-6-1.06(5)(o),(p) – using drain plugs; maintaining refuse areas (c)
Official point value: 1
Corrected during inspection: No
Repeat violation: Yes
Inspector notes and corrective action: Observed grease build up around the outside grease receptacle and dumpster pad. PIC advised the dumpster area will be cleaned by 11/11/26. 511-6-1.06(5)(o),(p) – Using Drain Plugs; Maintaining Refuse Areas (C) (o) Using Drain Plugs. Drains in receptacles and waste handling units for refuse, recyclables, and returnables shall have drain plugs in place. (p) Maintaining Refuse Areas and Enclosures. A storage area and enclosure for refuse, recyclables, or returnables shall be maintained free of unnecessary items and clean. 511-6-1.06(5)(o),(p) – Using Drain Plugs; Maintaining Refuse Areas (C) (o) Using Drain Plugs. Drains in receptacles and waste handling units for refuse, recyclables, and returnables shall have drain plugs in place. (p) Maintaining Refuse Areas and Enclosures. A storage area and enclosure for refuse, recyclables, or returnables shall be maintained free of unnecessary items and clean.
17C – physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean
Rule citation: 511-6-1.07(5)(a),(b) – good repair, physical facilities maintained; cleaning, frequency & restrictions, cleaned often enough to keep them clean (c)
Official point value: 1
Corrected during inspection: No
Repeat violation: Yes
Inspector notes and corrective action: Observed excessive trash build up behind equipment on the floor. Also observed the walk in cooler ramp was in bad repair. Several floor tiles were missing and contained stagnant water. Ceiling tile and vents in several areas contained dust and dirt build up. 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. 1. The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean and by methods that prevent contamination of food products. 2. Except for cleaning that is necessary due to a spill or other accident, cleaning shall be done during periods when the least amount of food is exposed, such as after closing. 3. If present, playground equipment and associated areas shall be maintained in a clean and sanitary condition. In addition, a cleaning and sanitizing plan along with cleaning and sanitizing records for playground equipment and associated areas shall be maintained within the food service establishment for review upon request by the Health Authority. Further, such cleaning and sanitizing plan for employees to follow in the event of encountering vomitus or fecal matter shall be included and submitted at the time of permit application as specified in DPH Rule 511-6-1-.02(1)(c). Pf
17D – adequate ventilation and lighting; designated areas used
Rule citation: 511-6-1.07(3)(g) – mechanical ventilation, sufficient capacity to prevent buildup of heat, steam, smoke, fumes & odors (c)
Official point value: 1
Corrected during inspection: No
Repeat violation: Yes
Inspector notes and corrective action: Observed a strong odor in the dining area between the front door and arcade area. PIC will follow up with pest control.
General inspector comments
Inspection conducted with EHS IV, Sabrina Young.
About the report
The Georgia Department of Public Health report documents conditions observed during this inspection. The score should not be interpreted as a guarantee of conditions before or after the inspection.
Marcus Jones
News Now Georgia
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