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FOLKSTON PARK

36261 OKEFENOKEE DR , FOLKSTON, GA 31537 · Health inspection record from Georgia Department of Public Health

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90 / 100 · Excellent
Last inspected April 20, 2026
9 inspections on record · average score 86

Most recent inspection (April 20, 2026): Inspectors recorded 5 violations, 4 of them critical, involving cleaning & sanitizing, plumbing & water and temperature control. This restaurant scored as low as 64 on June 18, 2024 — see the full history below.

Inspection history

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A90April 20, 20265 violations

Inspectors recorded 5 violations, 4 of them critical, involving cleaning & sanitizing, plumbing & water and temperature control.

CriticalCorrected on siteFood-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized.

No quaternary ammonia sanitizer at the dishwashing machine. When asked, a food employee said that Ecolab took the sanitizer bucket "a while ago, maybe in January". COS: Charlton EH ordered that use of the dishwashing machine as a sanitizing step be immediately stopped and for Ecolab to be contacted to properly supply the machine and service it as the temperature during the sanitizing step was not reaching 120° F. CFSM had employees start to sanitize dishes in bleach water (50 PPM) that was made during inspection and called Ecolab right after.

−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.05(6)(n) - manual and mechanical warewashing equipment, chemical sanitization-temperature, ph, concentration, hardness (p,pf)”
CriticalSewage and waste water properly disposed.

Observed evidence of mop/cleaning wastewater dumped onto ground.

−2 points · Cited as “511-6-1.06(4)(d),(e) - grease trap; conveying sewage (c, p)”
CriticalRepeatFood and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, and used.

Observed dishes with chipped edges.

−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.05(1)(a) - materials, general requirements (p, c)”
Critical (supporting)Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained, used; test strips.

Test strips not being used as evidenced by no sanitizer in the dishwashing machine.

−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.05(3)(h),(i),(j) - temperature measuring device, manual warewashing; sanitizing solutions, testing device (pf)”
RoutineRepeatPhysical facilities installed, maintained, and clean.

Observed missing tiling in the kitchen and damaged walls (gaps/holes) in the dry storage.

−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)”
A98September 5, 20252 violations

Inspectors recorded 2 violations, 1 of them critical, involving cleaning & sanitizing and facility upkeep.

Critical (supporting)Food and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, and used.

Observed dishes with chipped edges and a food prep table with a large, missing chunk of metal on the edge facing food preps when preparing food.

−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.05(2)(c) - multiuse food-contact surfaces (pf)”
RoutinePhysical facilities installed, maintained, and clean.

Observed missing tiling in the kitchen.

−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)”
C77August 27, 20257 violations

Inspectors recorded 7 violations, 4 of them critical, involving temperature control, cleaning & sanitizing and permit & posting.

CriticalCorrected on siteProper cold holding temperatures.

All foods in one reach-in-freezer were found not frozen solid as required due to the RIF door not being shut at some earlier time. COS: All foods in the RIF were discarded. Charlton EH suggested CFSM train staff on ensuring that they doublecheck the doors to cooling units are always closed after opening them.

−9 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(6)(f) - time/temperature control for safety; cold holding (p)”
CriticalCorrected on siteFood-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized.

Quaternary ammonia sanitizer solution showed 0 ppm when tested with test kit. COS: CFSM tilted the quat. ammonia dispenser bottle to have the sanitizer dispense properly. Charlton EH advised CFSM to contact Ecolab to have them service their equipment to make sure it dispenses to the minimum 220 ppm required. Dishes were placed back in sanitizer solution.

−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.05(6)(n) - manual and mechanical warewashing equipment, chemical sanitization-temperature, ph, concentration, hardness (p,pf)”
Critical (supporting)Corrected on siteProper date marking and disposition.

Observed a pumpkin pie prepared by FSE marked with a use by date of 23 August 2025. COS: CFSM discarded the pumpkin pie after a temperature was taken.

−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(6)(g) - ready-to-eat time/temperature control for safety food, date marking (pf)”
Critical (supporting)Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained, used; test strips.

Test strips not being used as evidenced by no sanitizer in the sanitizer solution.

−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.05(3)(h),(i),(j) - temperature measuring device, manual warewashing; sanitizing solutions, testing device (pf)”
RoutineCorrected on siteRepeatApproved thawing methods used.

Observed a bag of cubed ham sitting in a container of 59° F water. Ham temped at 57° F. COS: Food prep discarded out of temperature food and Charlton EH discussed proper thawing methods with CFSM and facility administrator. Charlton EH also discussed with administrator about permit revocation if this continues to happen.

−3 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(6)(c) - thawing (c)”
RoutineFood and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, and used.

Observed deep scratches and gouges on cutting boards, chipped knife blades or chunks missing from the knife blade, and plastic tipped tongs that were cracked and chipped.

−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.05(2)(a) - equipment and utensils, constructed of durable materials (c)”
RoutineRepeatNonfood-contact surfaces clean.

Observed build-up on the interior of the dish warmer at the bottom of the plate holder as well as a broken plate.

−1 point · Cited as “null”
A90April 3, 20255 violations

Inspectors recorded 5 violations, 2 of them critical, involving plumbing & water, cleaning & sanitizing and garbage & waste.

CriticalPlumbing installed; proper backflow devices.

Observed a small, steady stream of water from a pinhole in the water supply to the hot water heater. The piping and water heated is outside of the building. The leak is spraying onto the raw wood rafters/studs and it appears there is mold or mildew possibly starting to grow as a result.

−2 points · Cited as “511-6-1.06(2)(r) - system maintained in good repair (p, c)”
Critical (supporting)Corrected on siteFood-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized.

Observed multiple plates and pans with food residue on them after being cleaned. COS: The plates and pans were removed from service by Charlton EH to be recleaned and sanitized. Discussed with CFSM about precleaning plates and pans to remove food residue since the dishwashing machine would be unable to.

−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.05(7)(a)1 - equipment, food-contact surfaces,& utensils (pf)”
RoutineCorrected on siteApproved thawing methods used.

Observed a bulk container of ground beef on the vegetable prep sink drain board. Temped at 77° F. CFSM stated that it had thawed in refrigeration but had been removed earlier that morning so they could prep it. COS: Charlton EH ordered the food to be discarded and the CFSM discarded the food in the trash. Charlton EH told CFSM that the only approved thawing methods for this FSE are: cooking, thawing in refrigeration, or microwaving. Since this is a recurring issue at this FSE, Charlton EH instructed CFSM to write up a plan of correction (POC) for review to ensure no more thawing of food at room temp. Charlton EH also advised that when they remove food from temperature control for preparation, they need to focus on that food prep and do so in quantities that will ensure the food maintains a safe temperature.

−3 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(6)(c) - thawing (c)”
RoutineCorrected on siteSewage and waste water properly disposed.

Observed evidence of mop/cleaning wastewater dumped onto ground.

−2 points · Cited as “511-6-1.06(4)(h),(i) - approved sewage disposal; system; other liquid wastes and rainwater (p) (c)”
RoutineNonfood-contact surfaces clean.

Observed build-up on the interior of the dish warmer at the bottom of the plate holder as well as a broken plate.

−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.05(7)(d) - nonfood-contact surfaces (c)”
A91November 21, 20244 violations

Inspectors recorded 4 violations, 1 of them critical, involving management & training, temperature control and handwashing & hygiene.

Critical (supporting)Certified food protection manager.

No Certified Food Manager for establishment.

−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.03(3)(a) - food safety manager certification (pf)”
RoutineCorrected on siteContamination prevented during food preparation, storage, display.

Observed a bag of onions stored on the floor in the corner of the kitchen behind an entry door. COS: PIC discarded the bag of onions. Improper food stacking of opened and repackaged frozen foods in reach-in-freezer.

−3 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(4)(q) - food storage (c)”
RoutinePosted: permit/inspection/choking poster/handwashing.

The most current inspection report is not prominently displayed in public view, within 15 feet of the front or primary public door and between five feet and seven feet from the floor or in an area where it can be read at a distance of one foot away. The inspection report was in the PIC's office. The glass had broken.

−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.02(1)(d) - displaying of the inspection report (c)”
RoutinePhysical facilities installed, maintained, and clean.

Observed damaged and missing tiling in the kitchen near the 3-door RIF and the ware washing station.

−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)”
A93June 25, 20243 violations

Inspectors recorded 3 violations involving cleaning & sanitizing and facility upkeep.

RoutineCorrected on siteRepeatContamination prevented during food preparation, storage, display.

Observed a bell pepper sitting bare on the floor of the reach in cooler. COS: Food discarded and inspector told PIC to make sure food is in a container if it sits on the bottom of the RIC.

−3 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(4)(z) - miscellaneous sources of contamination (c)”
RoutineUtensils, equipment and linens: properly stored, dried, handled.

Equipment and/or utensils are not being air-dried or adequately drained after cleaning and sanitizing them before using them in contact with food.

−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.05(10)(a) - equipment & utensils, air-drying required (c)”
RoutineRepeatPhysical facilities installed, maintained, and clean.

Observed gaps/damage on walls and coving in kitchen. Repeat.

−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)”
U64June 18, 202414 violations

Inspectors recorded 14 violations, 8 of them critical, involving food source, cleaning & sanitizing and temperature control.

CriticalCorrected on siteFood in good condition, safe, and unadulterated.

Observed applesauce in a bulk container with mold growth and date marked "5-10". COS: Food was discarded.

−9 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(1) - safe, unadulterated and honestly presented (p)”
CriticalCorrected on siteFood-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized.

No sanitizer being dispensed at 3-comp sink. The container for the quaternary ammonia did not have the dispenser in it and therefore was not properly functioning. COS: Maintenance fixed the sanitizer dispenser.

−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.05(6)(n) - manual and mechanical warewashing equipment, chemical sanitization-temperature, ph, concentration, hardness (p,pf)”
CriticalCorrected on siteProper date marking and disposition.

Food applesauce removed from original container stored past disposal date marked. COS: Discarded.

−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(6)(h) - ready-to-eat time/temperature control for safety food, disposition (p)”
Critical (supporting)Pic present, demonstrates knowledge, performs duties.

No person in charge designated. Multiple critical violations.

−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.03(2) - pic present (pf)”
Critical (supporting)Certified food protection manager.

No Certified Food Manager from an accredited program for establishment.

−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.03(3)(a) - food safety manager certification (pf)”
Critical (supporting)Management knowledge, responsibilities, reporting.

The PIC could not provide documentation or otherwise satisfactorily demonstrate during the inspection, that all food employees and conditional employees are informed of their responsibility to report to management information about their health and activities as it relates to diseases that are transmissible through food. PIC unable to answer foodborne illness questions.

−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.03(4)(a)(b)(c)(e)(f) - responsibility of permit holder, pic, and conditional employees (p), (pf)”
Critical (supporting)Washing fruits and vegetables.

No partition at meat/produce sink to prevent splash contamination when washing food.

−3 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(4)(g) - washing fruits & vegetables (pf)”
Critical (supporting)Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained, used; test strips.

No test kit for measuring bleach sanitizer concentration. Employees not testing quat. ammonia sanitizer solution at 3-compartment sink.

−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.05(3)(h),(i),(j) - temperature measuring device, manual warewashing; sanitizing solutions, testing device (pf)”
RoutineCorrected on siteProper eating, tasting, drinking, or tobacco use.

Observed an employee drink with unsecured lid stored in RIF on top of frozen produce. COS: Employee removed their drink and inspector discussed proper drink storage.

−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.03(5)(k)1&2 - eating, drinking, or using tobacco (c)”
RoutineProper cooling methods used: adequate equipment for temperature control.

Stored frozen food was not being maintained frozen.

−3 points · Cited as “null”
RoutineCorrected on siteRepeatApproved thawing methods used.

Observed a bulk container of pork chops thawed at room temperature that were temped at 67° F. This is a recurring issue at this FSE. Food prep stated that she removed the pork chops that morning to thaw because night shift did not place them in refrigeration. Inspector went over proper thawing procedures and stated that they may not use running water because the water temperature is over 70° F. COS: Food discarded.

−3 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(6)(c) - thawing (c)”
RoutineCorrected on siteContamination prevented during food preparation, storage, display.

Observed a box of hot dog buns stored on the floor in the kitchen. Observed a cell phone and a bottle of bleach on a food prep table. COS: Hot dog buns discarded, cell phone and bleach removed from food prep table and table cleaned. Inspector discussed issues with food employees and PIC.

−3 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(4)(t) - food preparation (c)”
RoutineCorrected on siteIn-use utensils: properly stored.

Observed a saucer dish being used as a food scoop in a bulk container of cornmeal. COS: Dish removed, inspector told PIC to get a food scoop with handle for that container.

−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.04(4)(k) - in-use utensils, between-use storage (c)”
RoutineRepeatPhysical facilities installed, maintained, and clean.

Observed gaps/damage on walls and coving in kitchen. Cardboard used as a sealant in A/C duct/blower.

−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)”
A96November 20, 20232 violations

Inspectors recorded 2 violations involving food-safety requirements.

RoutineCorrected on siteApproved thawing methods used.

Observed potentially hazardous food (meat) thawed at room temperature.

−3 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(6)(c) - thawing (c)”
RoutinePhysical facilities installed, maintained, and clean.

Observed cracks/holes in walls.

−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.07(2)(f),(g) - wall & ceiling coverings & coatings; wall & ceiling attachments (c)”
C73November 9, 20239 violations

Inspectors recorded 9 violations, 4 of them critical, involving handwashing & hygiene, temperature control and food storage.

Critical (supporting)Adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible.

Hand sink missing from kitchen entirely.

−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.06(2)(c) - handwashing sinks, installation (pf, c)”
Critical (supporting)Corrected on siteRepeatProper date marking and disposition.

Observed opened/prepared container/package of ready-to-eat potentially hazardous food that does not bear a consume/sell by date/label. Food may not be served.

−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(6)(g) - ready-to-eat time/temperature control for safety food, date marking (pf)”
Critical (supporting)Thermometers provided and accurate.

Thermometers for measuring ambient air temperature of coolers either absent or obscured by boxes of food.

−3 points · Cited as “511-6-1.05(2)(x) - tmd, located in refrigerators/ hot holding (pf, c)”
Critical (supporting)RepeatWarewashing facilities: installed, maintained, used; test strips.

Lack of use of chemical test kit when using chemical sanitizer at three-compartment sink/ware washing machine (quat. sanitizer solution was not being dispensed, discovered only when inspector tested solution) and at dishwasher (bleach test strips strewn all over the top of machine, wet and not being used).

−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.05(3)(h),(i),(j) - temperature measuring device, manual warewashing; sanitizing solutions, testing device (pf)”
RoutineCorrected on siteRepeatFood properly labeled; original container.

Food items in storage containers were not identified with the common name of the food item.

−3 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(4)(d) - food storage containers identified with common name of food (c)”
RoutineRepeatSewage and waste water properly disposed.

Observed evidence of mop/cleaning waste water dumped onto ground.

−2 points · Cited as “511-6-1.06(4)(h),(i) - approved sewage disposal; system; other liquid wastes and rainwater (p) (c)”
RoutineRepeatPosted: permit/inspection/choking poster/handwashing.

The most current inspection report is not prominently displayed in public view, within 15 feet of the front or primary public door and between five feet and seven feet from the floor or in an area where it can be read at a distance of one foot away.

−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.02(1)(d) - displaying of the inspection report (c)”
RoutineUtensils, equipment and linens: properly stored, dried, handled.

Observed wet stacking of some food containers.

−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.05(10)(a) - equipment & utensils, air-drying required (c)”
RoutineRepeatPhysical facilities installed, maintained, and clean.

Observed accumulation of grease on the exhaust hood above the stove.

−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 27 points, but only 20 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-024-000004. 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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