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1249 HISTORIC HOMER HWY STE 8 , HOMER, GA 30547 · Health inspection record from Georgia Department of Public Health

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100 / 100 · Excellent
Last inspected August 19, 2025
2 inspections on record · average score 93

Most recent inspection (August 19, 2025): no individual violations are recorded in the published data. This restaurant scored as low as 86 on November 15, 2023 — see the full history below.

Inspection history

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A100August 19, 2025No violations recorded

No individual violations are recorded for this inspection in the published data.

B86November 15, 20238 violations

Inspectors recorded 8 violations, 3 of them critical, involving handwashing & hygiene, menu & labeling and cleaning & sanitizing.

CriticalPlumbing installed; proper backflow devices.

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. Note: Observed pipe leaking underneath employee hand washing sink.

−2 points · Cited as “511-6-1.06(2)(r) - system maintained in good repair (p, c)”
Critical (supporting)Corrected on siteFood properly labeled; original container.

511-6-1.04(7)(c) - Food Labels (Pf, C) (c) Food Labels. 1. Food packaged in a food service establishment, shall be labeled as specified in law, including 21 CFR 101- Food labeling, and 9 CFR 317 Labeling, marking devices, and containers. 2. Label information shall include: (i) The common name of the food, or if there is no common name, an adequately descriptive identity statement; (ii) If made from two or more ingredients, a list of ingredients and sub-ingredients in descending order of predominance by weight, including a declaration of artificial color or flavors and chemical preservatives, if contained in the food; (iii) An accurate declaration of the net quantity of contents; (iv) The name and place of business of the manufacturer, packer, or distributor; and (v) The name of the food source for each major food allergen contained in the food unless the food source is already part of the common or usual name of the respective ingredient. Pf (vi) Except as exempted in the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act § 403(Q)(3) - (5), nutrition labeling as specified in 21 CFR 101 - Food Labeling and 9 CFR 317 Subpart B Nutrition Labeling. (vii) For any salmonid fish containing canthaxanthin or astaxanthin as a color additive, the labeling of the bulk fish container, including a list of ingredients, displayed on the retail container or by other written means, such as a counter card, that discloses the use of canthaxanthin or astaxanthin. 3. Bulk food that is available for consumer sel.

−3 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(7)(c) - food labels (pf, c)”
Critical (supporting)Hot and cold water available; adequate pressure.

511-6-1.06(1)(g),(h) - Water Supply, Capacity; Pressure (Pf) (g) Capacity. 1. The water source and system shall be of sufficient capacity to meet the peak water demands of the food service establishment. Pf Note: Observed women's RR hand washing sink only reach a temperature of 65 degrees Fahrenheit. All handwashing sinks must reach a temperature of 100 degrees Fahrenheit,.

−2 points · Cited as “511-6-1.06(1)(g),(h) - water supply, capacity; pressure (pf)”
RoutineFood-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized.

511-6-1.05(7)(c) - Cooking & Baking Equipment (C) (c) Cooking and Baking Equipment. 1. The food-contact surfaces of cooking and baking equipment shall be cleaned at least every 24 hours. This subsection does not apply to hot oil cooking and filtering equipment if it is cleaned as specified under subsection (7)(b)3(v) of this Rule. 2. The cavities and door seals of microwave ovens shall be cleaned at least every 24 hours by using the manufacturer's recommended cleaning procedure. Note: Observed food residues inside microwave.

−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.05(7)(c) - cooking & baking equipment (c)”
RoutineContamination prevented during food preparation, storage, display.

511-6-1.04(4)(z) - Miscellaneous Sources of Contamination (C) (z) Miscellaneous Sources of Contamination. Food shall be protected from contamination that may result from a factor or source not specified under paragraphs (a) through (y) of this subsection. 511-6-1.04(4)(z) - Miscellaneous Sources of Contamination (C) (z) Miscellaneous Sources of Contamination. Food shall be protected from contamination that may result from a factor or source not specified under paragraphs (a) through (y) of this subsection. Note: Food on the shelves in the middle of the kitchen were next to kids paints, and other craft materials.

−3 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(4)(z) - miscellaneous sources of contamination (c)”
RoutineNonfood-contact surfaces clean.

511-6-1.05(7)(d) - Nonfood-Contact Surfaces (C) (d) Nonfood-Contact Surfaces. Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be cleaned at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil residues. Note: Observed grime build up on handles of reach in coolers.

−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.05(7)(d) - nonfood-contact surfaces (c)”
RoutineGarbage/refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained.

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. Note: No drain plug was observed in place on the out door receptacle.

−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.06(5)(o),(p) - using drain plugs; maintaining refuse areas (c)”
RoutinePhysical facilities installed, maintained, and clean.

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. Note: Observed dirt and grime accumulation the floors and walls of the facility. Recommend a deep cleaning of the facility.

−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.07(5)(a),(b) - good repair, physical facilities maintained; cleaning, frequency & restrictions, cleaned often enough to keep them clean (c)”

Georgia scores on a 100-point scale: A 90–100, B 80–89, C 70–79, U below 70.

Source

Published by the Georgia Department of Public Health · permit FSP-006-000050. Verify this record at ga.healthinspections.us. Georgia’s inspection records are published by county health district, not from a single statewide portal.

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