1 - Routine
Sep 22, 2026
No demerits
Official score: 0 · Understand This Area’s Scale
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from City of McKinney Health Services, Sep 22, 2026 · Original Source
No demerits
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Quick Answers
- When was Golden Chick last inspected?
- The most recent inspection on record was on Sep 22, 2026. The result listed by City of McKinney Health Services was “No demerits” (official score 0).
- Were any violations recorded at the last inspection?
- No. No violations were recorded at the most recent inspection.
- How many inspections are on record?
- 5 inspections on record, from Jun 11, 2024 to Sep 22, 2026.
- Has Golden Chick ever been closed by the health department?
- No closure appears in the 5 inspection records we hold for this business. The earliest is dated Jun 11, 2024.
The Full Inspection History
5 inspections1 - 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 issuesnotedCode 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 insectsnotedCode 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 contaminationnotedCode utensils_and_linensEquipment and utensils
Official Wording
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 issuesnotedCode 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 issuesOfficial 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
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 findingnotedCode handwashing_facilitiesHandwashing
Official Wording
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 problemsnotedCode 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 problemsnotedCode 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 problemsnotedCode original_container_labelingFood source and labeling
Official Wording
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 problemsnotedCode 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 issuesOfficial 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 findingnotedCode 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 findingnotedCode 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 issuesOfficial 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 findingnotedCode 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 issuesOfficial record from City of McKinney Health Services, Jun 11, 2024 · Original Source