One of Gwinnett's most popular McDonald's locations failed its recent health inspection after officials noted, among other things, a "pink fluid substance" in the kitchen sink.

The McDonald's at 3210 Buford Drive, across the street from the Mall of Georgia, got a 65/U on the Sunday morning inspection.

According to the inspector's report, two "employee drinks" were improperly stored in the kitchen, and three employees were wearing bracelets while preparing food. A "jug of glass cleaner" was being stored on the kitchen's vegetable sink.

The report noted the inspector "observed pink fluid substance in vegetable sink as well."

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An open bag of onions was stored "in direct contact" with raw meats, officials said, and multiple cheeses did not have time stamps.

"Today's visit was unsatisfactory [with] multiple risk factors in violation," the report said.

A person who answered the phone at the McDonald's on Monday morning hung up when asked for comment.

A follow-up inspection will be completed within 10 days of Sunday's failing evaluation.

McDonald's

3210 Buford Drive

Buford, GA 30519

Score: 65

Read the full report here.

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