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McKinney, TX

Golden Chick

3965 S Lake Forest Dr

Last inspected Mar 12, 2026 · View Map ↗ · Compare ↗

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ImprovingThe latest inspection recorded fewer violations than the one before it. Review the dated records below.

The full inspection history

4 inspections

1 - Routine

Mar 12, 2026

7 demerits

Official score: 7 · Understand this area’s scale

5 recorded violations

notedCode thermometers_accurateEquipment and utensils

Official wording

Thermometers Accurate (2 demerits)

In plain English

Equipment, utensils, thermometers, cutting boards, or single-use items were not in good condition, not the right type, or not stored properly.

More about equipment or utensil issues
notedCode no_insect_contaminationPests

Official wording

No Insect Contamination (2 demerits)

In plain English

The inspector found mice, rats, cockroaches, flies, or evidence of them (like droppings) inside the business, or conditions that could attract them. Pests can spread bacteria to food and surfaces, so this is treated as one of the more serious findings.

More about signs of rodents or insects
notedCode environmental_contaminationContamination

Official wording

Environmental Contamination (1 demerit)

In plain English

Food was stored or handled in a way that could let germs or other material get into it, such as raw meat stored above ready-to-eat food or uncovered food. Cross-contamination is a common cause of foodborne illness.

More about food not protected from contamination
notedCode utensils_and_linensEquipment and utensils

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Utensils And Linens (1 demerit)

In plain English

Equipment, utensils, thermometers, cutting boards, or single-use items were not in good condition, not the right type, or not stored properly.

More about equipment or utensil issues
notedCode physical_facilities_maintainedFacility maintenance

Official wording

Physical Facilities Maintained (1 demerit)

In plain English

Floors, walls, ceilings, lighting, ventilation, or garbage areas needed repair or cleaning. These are usually less urgent than food-handling problems but still need to be fixed.

More about building upkeep issues

Official record from City of McKinney Health Services, Mar 12, 2026 · Original Source

1 - Routine

Sep 24, 2025

10 demerits

Official score: 10 · Understand this area’s scale

6 recorded violations

notedCode approved_water_sourceOther

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Approved Water Source (3 demerits)

In plain English

An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.

More about other finding
notedCode handwashing_facilitiesHandwashing

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Handwashing Facilities (2 demerits)

In plain English

Staff were not washing their hands when required, or a handwashing sink was blocked, missing soap or paper towels, or used for something else. Hands are one of the most common ways germs reach food.

More about handwashing problems
notedCode cleanable_surfacesCleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Cleanable Surfaces (2 demerits)

In plain English

Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.

More about cleaning or sanitizing problems
notedCode wiping_clothsCleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Wiping Cloths (1 demerit)

In plain English

Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.

More about cleaning or sanitizing problems
notedCode original_container_labelingFood source and labeling

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Original Container Labeling (1 demerit)

In plain English

Food came from an unapproved source, was missing required date marks or labels, or was past its use-by date. Knowing where food came from and how old it is helps prevent illness.

More about food source, dating, or labeling problems
notedCode physical_facilities_maintainedFacility maintenance

Official wording

Physical Facilities Maintained (1 demerit)

In plain English

Floors, walls, ceilings, lighting, ventilation, or garbage areas needed repair or cleaning. These are usually less urgent than food-handling problems but still need to be fixed.

More about building upkeep issues

Official record from City of McKinney Health Services, Sep 24, 2025 · Original Source

1 - Routine

Mar 24, 2025

7 demerits

Official score: 7 · Understand this area’s scale

3 recorded violations

notedCode food_surfaces_returnablesOther

Official wording

Food Surfaces Returnables (3 demerits)

In plain English

An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.

More about other finding
notedCode approved_water_sourceOther

Official wording

Approved Water Source (3 demerits)

In plain English

An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.

More about other finding
notedCode physical_facilities_maintainedFacility maintenance

Official wording

Physical Facilities Maintained (1 demerit)

In plain English

Floors, walls, ceilings, lighting, ventilation, or garbage areas needed repair or cleaning. These are usually less urgent than food-handling problems but still need to be fixed.

More about building upkeep issues

Official record from City of McKinney Health Services, Mar 24, 2025 · Original Source

1 - Routine

Jun 11, 2024

4 demerits

Official score: 4 · Understand this area’s scale

2 recorded violations

notedCode food_surfaces_returnablesOther

Official wording

Food Surfaces Returnables (3 demerits)

In plain English

An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.

More about other finding
notedCode physical_facilities_maintainedFacility maintenance

Official wording

Physical Facilities Maintained (1 demerit)

In plain English

Floors, walls, ceilings, lighting, ventilation, or garbage areas needed repair or cleaning. These are usually less urgent than food-handling problems but still need to be fixed.

More about building upkeep issues

Official record from City of McKinney Health Services, Jun 11, 2024 · Original Source

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