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Henny Penny Art Space & Cafe
1514 BULL ST , SAVANNAH, GA 31401 · Health inspection record from Georgia Department of Public Health
Most recent inspection (May 12, 2026): Inspectors recorded 9 violations, 6 of them critical, involving temperature control, management & training and handwashing & hygiene.
Inspection history
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C75May 12, 20269 violations
Inspectors recorded 9 violations, 6 of them critical, involving temperature control, management & training and handwashing & hygiene.
Observed numerous TCS foods (yogurt, sausage, brats, marinara, cream) at temperatures above 41F stored in reach-in cooler. COS.
−9 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(6)(f) - time/temperature control for safety; cold holding (p)”Observed sausage and brats that had been cooked the previous day but with temperatures above 41F and condensation visible in sealed cambros indicating improper cooling methods. COS.
−9 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(6)(d) - cooling (p)”Observed facility PIC (Person in charge) to not be meeting their managerial duties as evidenced by the numerous critical violations observed during routine unannounced inspection. RCA: PIC is expected to ensure compliance with duties listed in 511-6-1-.03(2)(a)-(n), (p), and (q), including employee practices, food safety monitoring, corrective actions, documentation, and required procedures.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.03(2)(a)-(n)(p),(q) - responsibility of pic (pf)”Observed that back handwashing sink did not have any paper towels. COS.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.07(3)(b) - hand drying provision (pf)”Observed back handwashing sink did not have any handwashing soap available. COS.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.07(3)(a) - handwashing cleanser, availability (pf)”Observed slime and mildew-like substance inside of ice maker machine. RCA: Ice is to be burned before cleaning and sanitizing of interior ice machine. Equipment, food-contact surfaces, and utensils shall be clean to sight and touch.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.05(7)(a)1 - equipment, food-contact surfaces,& utensils (pf)”Observed 3 employees in kitchen area working with food and only 1 had hair restrained. RCA: Employees preparing or handling food shall use effective and clean, disposable or easily cleanable nets or other hair restraints approved by the Health Authority, worn properly to restrain loose hair including beards and mustaches longer than one half inch.
−3 points · Cited as “511-6-1.03(5)(j) - hair restraints (c)”Observed holes in wall near back sink and door area. RCA: All physical facilities shall be maintained in good repair.
−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 1 light out and another dimmed under hoods. RCA: At least 50 foot candles (540 lux) at a surface where a food service employee is working with food or working with utensils or equipment such as knives, slicers, grinders, or saws where employee safety is a factor.
−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.07(3)(f) - lighting intensity, adequate in food prep, storage & service areas (c)”A98December 1, 20252 violations
Inspectors recorded 2 violations involving facility upkeep.
Observed scoop handle touching the all purpose flour in the baking area of the kitchen. RCA: During pauses in food preparation or dispensing, food preparation and dispensing utensils shall be stored: Except as specified under paragraph 2 of this subsection, in the food with their handles above the top of the food and the container;.
−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.04(4)(k) - in-use utensils, between-use storage (c)”Observed two drinking cups stored on top of the prep/baking table that was actively being used for food preparation. RCA: Employee Items – Prevention of Contamination. Areas designated for employees to eat, drink, use tobacco products, or electronic devices shall be located so that food, equipment, linens, and single-service and single-use articles are protected from contamination.
−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)”A96April 24, 20251 violation
Inspectors recorded 1 violation, 1 of them critical, involving cleaning & sanitizing.
Observed top racks of reach in cooler to have an accumulation of heavy buildup of residue (white substance). RCA: Equipment is used for storage of packaged or unpackaged food, such as a reach-in refrigerator, and the equipment is cleaned at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil residues: (v) The cleaning schedule is approved based on consideration of: (I) Characteristics of the equipment and its use, (II) The type of food involved, (III) The amount of food residue accumulation.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.05(7)(b) - food contact surfaces and utensils - cleaning frequency (p, c)”A96January 31, 20241 violation
Inspectors recorded 1 violation, 1 of them critical, involving temperature control.
Observed food items held 7 days oast the date label: herby potatoes (1/20), nicoise with chickpeas (1/21).
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(6)(h) - ready-to-eat time/temperature control for safety food, disposition (p)”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-025-002991. Verify this record at ga.healthinspections.us. Georgia’s inspection records are published by county health district, not from a single statewide portal.