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MARTIN'S (West Ave)
1214 W AVE AVE , CARTERSVILLE, GA 30120 · Health inspection record from Georgia Department of Public Health
Most recent inspection (November 2, 2026): violation details for this inspection are not yet available here.
Inspection history
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U61November 2, 2026Details pending
Violation details for this inspection are not yet available here. See the full report at ga.healthinspections.us.
A100May 5, 2026No violations recorded
No individual violations are recorded for this inspection in the published data.
U64April 22, 202610 violations
Inspectors recorded 10 violations, 6 of them critical, involving food storage, temperature control and cleaning & sanitizing.
Observed raw beef stored above raw pork and raw pork stored above fresh produce and fully cooked breakfast meats in the walk-in cooler.
−9 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(4)(c)1(i)(ii)(iii)(v)(vi)(vii)(viii) - packaged & unpackaged food separation, packaging, and segregation (p, c)”Observed improper cold holding of potentially hazardous TCS foods in reach-in coolers (egg mix 46F, sliced cheese 43F).
−9 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(6)(f) - time/temperature control for safety; cold holding (p)”Observed sliced tomatoes in the walk-in cooler that did not cool to 41F within 4 hours. Sliced tomatoes were prepped at 9am and were 47F at 2:30pm. Per PIC, the pan of tomatoes had been in the walk-in cooler since they were prepped that morning.
−9 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(6)(d) - cooling (p)”Observed TCS foods held on time control in lieu of temperature control that was held past it's discard time (sliced cheese, sliced tomatoes, coleslaw, shredded lettuce). PIC instructed employee to move food back to the cooler to cool down. Observed no written procedure available in the facility.
−9 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(6)(i) - time as a public health control (tphc) (p, pf, c)”Observed employee use a cloth in sanitizer bucket and wipe food prep counter with no sanitizer present in the solution (0ppm on inspector test strip).
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.05(6)(n) - manual and mechanical warewashing equipment, chemical sanitization-temperature, ph, concentration, hardness (p,pf)”Observed PIC unable to perform duties due to risk factor violations.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.03(2)(a)-(n)(p),(q) - responsibility of pic (pf)”Observed CFSM is unable to assess training needs of employees based on risk factor violations.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1-.03(3)(d) - certified food safety manager responsibility”Observed reach-in freezer left open and packages of stored food were uncovered within the freezer.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(4)(c)1(iv) - packaged & unpackaged food, food stored covered(c)”Observed all windows in the facility left open and flying insects were inside the facility.
−3 points · Cited as “511-6-1.07(2)(m) - outer openings protected (c)”Observed ice scoop handle in contact with ice, spoon in bulk seasoning container with handle in contact with the seasoning.
−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.04(4)(k) - in-use utensils, between-use storage (c)”B85November 5, 20254 violations
Inspectors recorded 4 violations, 1 of them critical, involving temperature control, food storage and handwashing & hygiene.
Observed improper cold holding of potentially hazardous TCS foods (milk/egg mix and sliced tomatoes). See temp log.
−9 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(6)(f) - time/temperature control for safety; cold holding (p)”Observed pans of gravy on the steamwell and sliced cheese in the ice bath stored uncovered. Observed ice bin at the drive thru left open while not in use.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(4)(c)1(iv) - packaged & unpackaged food, food stored covered(c)”Observed the current inspection report not posted where it is visible to the public at the drive thru window or at the walk-up window.
−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.02(1)(d) - displaying of the inspection report (c)”Observed employee cell phone stored on dough mixer.
−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.07(4)(b) - designated areas for employee activity, located to prevent contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens, & single service articles (c)”U62October 27, 20259 violations
Inspectors recorded 9 violations, 5 of them critical, involving food storage, temperature control and cleaning & sanitizing.
Observed raw beef stored above raw pork tenderloin in the walk-in cooler.
−9 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(4)(c)1(i)(ii)(iii)(v)(vi)(vii)(viii) - packaged & unpackaged food separation, packaging, and segregation (p, c)”Observed improper cold holding of potentially hazardous TCS foods (milk/eqq mixture, sliced cheese).
−9 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(6)(f) - time/temperature control for safety; cold holding (p)”Observed 0ppm of chlorine sanitizer in the sanitizer bucket on the prep line.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.05(6)(n) - manual and mechanical warewashing equipment, chemical sanitization-temperature, ph, concentration, hardness (p,pf)”Observed PIC lacking knowledge of foodborne illness risk factors.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.03(2)(a)-(n)(p),(q) - responsibility of pic (pf)”Observed interior of bulk ice machine and ice machine at the soda fountain with black build up in them.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.05(7)(a)1 - equipment, food-contact surfaces,& utensils (pf)”Observed certified food safety manager not fulfilling duties; unable to assess training needs of employees.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1-.03(3)(d) - certified food safety manager responsibility”Observed employee personal stored on a prep table in the kitchen in a reusable tumbler.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.03(5)(k)1&2 - eating, drinking, or using tobacco (c)”Observed excessive buildup of grease and food debris on sides, insides and tops of cooking equipment such as fryers, oven, prep tables.
−1 point · Cited as “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)”Observed build up of soil, grease, dust and food debris on the floors, coving, ceiling and vents throughout the facility. Observed leak in ceiling in food prep area.
−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)”B83April 30, 20257 violations
Inspectors recorded 7 violations, 2 of them critical, involving cleaning & sanitizing, handwashing & hygiene and food storage.
Observed sanitizer compartment of dish sink testing at 0ppm and no active sanitizer buckets throughout facility during prep and service hours.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.05(6)(n) - manual and mechanical warewashing equipment, chemical sanitization-temperature, ph, concentration, hardness (p,pf)”<b>REPEAT:</b> Observed interior of bulk ice machine and ice machine at the soda fountain not cleaned at a frequency necessary to maintain food contact surfaces clean to sight and touch.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.05(7)(a)1 - equipment, food-contact surfaces,& utensils (pf)”Observed employee personal drink in food prep area.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.03(5)(k)1&2 - eating, drinking, or using tobacco (c)”Observed boxes of food in the walk-in freezer stored directly on the food.
−3 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(4)(q) - food storage (c)”Observed excessive buildup of grease and food debris on sides, insides and tops of cooking equipment such as fryers, ovens, prep tables.
−1 point · Cited as “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)”<b>REPEAT:</b> Observed buildup of soil, grease, dust, and food debris on the floors, coving, ceiling, vents, and equipment legs throughout 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)”Observed employee personal foods stored in walk-in cooler amongst facility items and employee cell phone on prep counter upon entering facility.
−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.07(4)(b) - designated areas for employee activity, located to prevent contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens, & single service articles (c)”B89November 19, 20244 violations
Inspectors recorded 4 violations, 1 of them critical, involving cleaning & sanitizing, food storage and handwashing & hygiene.
<b>REPEAT:</b> Observed interior of bulk ice machine and ice machine at the soda fountain not cleaned at a frequency necessary to maintain food contact surfaces clean to sight and touch.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.05(7)(a)1 - equipment, food-contact surfaces,& utensils (pf)”Observed boxes of food in the walk-in freezer stored directly on the food.
−3 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(4)(q) - food storage (c)”Observed cook preparing food while wearing a watch.
−3 points · Cited as “511-6-1.03(5)(g) - jewelry (c)”<b>REPEAT:</b> Observed buildup of soil, grease, dust, and food debris on the floors, coving, ceiling, vents, and equipment legs throughout 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)”B81January 22, 20243 violations
Inspectors recorded 3 violations, 2 of them critical, involving temperature control, cleaning & sanitizing and facility upkeep.
<b>REPEAT:</b> Observed multiple Time and Temperature Control for Safety foods not hot held ≥135°F at the steam table and warmer cabinet: Fried Steak 126°F, Grits 120°F (steam table); Country Ham 114°F (warmer cabinet); see temps.
−9 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(6)(f) - time/temperature control for safety; hot holding (p)”<b>REPEAT:</b> Observed ice machine lid not cleaned at a frequency necessary to maintain food contact surfaces clean to sight and touch.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.05(7)(b) - food contact surfaces and utensils - cleaning frequency (p, c)”<b>REPEAT:</b> Observed buildup of soil, grease, and food debris on the floors, coving, and equipment legs throughout 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)”This inspection deducted 19 points, but only 14 points are accounted for above — the published record for this visit is incomplete. See the full report at ga.healthinspections.us.
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-008-000153. Verify this record at ga.healthinspections.us. Georgia’s inspection records are published by county health district, not from a single statewide portal.