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313 JOHNNY MERCER , SAVANNAH, GA 31410 · Health inspection record from Georgia Department of Public Health

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74 / 100 · Needs improvement
Last inspected October 19, 2026
5 inspections on record · average score 83

Most recent inspection (October 19, 2026): Inspectors recorded 7 violations, 1 of them critical, involving temperature control, food storage and pest control.

Inspection history

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C74October 19, 20267 violations

Inspectors recorded 7 violations, 1 of them critical, involving temperature control, food storage and pest control.

CriticalCorrected on siteProper cold holding temperatures.

Observed upright reach in refrigerator next to chest freezer in main kitchen holding temperature above safe zone of 41F. Multiple TCS food items within the reach in refrigerator were above temperature safe zone of 41F and outside of safety window (Cheese, Bacon, Deli meat). CA COS: PIC discarded all TCS items and called for a service to be done of the refrigerator. RCA: Except during preparation, cooking, or cooling, or when time is used as the public health control, time/temperature control for safety food shall be maintained at 41°F or below.

−9 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(6)(f) - time/temperature control for safety; cold holding (p)”
RoutineCorrected on siteFood stored covered.

Observed multiple food items in chest freezer (nuggets, okra, mozz sticks) not covered and protected from overhead contamination. Observed chicken wings in a bowl in the prep top cooler reach in not covered and protected from overhead contamination. CA COS: PIC properly covered all items. RCA: Storing the food in packages, covered containers, or wrappings, except for loosely covered or uncovered containers in which food is being cooled if protected from overhead contamination.

−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(4)(c)1(iv) - packaged & unpackaged food, food stored covered(c)”
RoutineCorrected on siteApproved thawing methods used.

Observed an reduced oxygen packaged tuna steak fully thawed, where the package stated to remove from package before thawing. CA COS: PIC discarded tuna steak. RCA: Reduced oxygen packaged fish that bears a label indicating that it is to be kept frozen until time of use shall be removed from the reduced oxygen environment: Prior to its thawing under refrigeration that maintains the food temperature at 41°F (5°C) or less; Prior to, or immediately upon completion of its thawing, using procedures to completely submerge in running water as specified in paragraph 2 of this subsection.

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

Observed cooler containing shrimp stored on the floor of the walk-in cooler. Observed bag of onions stored directly on the ground in the walk-in cooler. CA COS: PIC moved items 6 inches off the floor. RCA: food shall be protected from contamination by storing the food: In a clean, dry location; Where it is not exposed to splash, dust, or other contamination; and at least 6 inches (15 cm) above the floor.

−3 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(4)(q) - food storage (c)”
RoutineInsects, rodents, and animals not present.

Observed gap in the bottom of the back door exiting the kitchen creating an opening for pests to enter.

−3 points · Cited as “511-6-1.07(2)(m) - outer openings protected (c)”
RoutineRepeatNonfood-contact surfaces clean.

Observed food debris build up on the outside of all reach in coolers and prep top cooler. Observed food debris build up on the racks of the shelving units in the Walk-in cooler. Observed food debris and dust build up on the fan of the walk-in cooler.

−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)”
RoutineRepeatPhysical facilities installed, maintained, and clean.

Observed holes in the ceiling throughout the entire kitchen. Observed a hole in the floor outside of the walk-in cooler missing its drain cover.

−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)”
B82March 24, 20264 violations

Inspectors recorded 4 violations, 2 of them critical, involving food source, cleaning & sanitizing and handwashing & hygiene.

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

Observed mold like substance build up on turkey wings and turkey drumsticks within the walk in cooler.

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

Observed black build up on baffle of ice machine within bar area.

−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.05(7)(a)1 - equipment, food-contact surfaces,& utensils (pf)”
RoutineNonfood-contact surfaces clean.

Observed build-up on front of reach in cooler in the main kitchen. Observed grease build-up on the outside of the fryer. Observed build-up of debris on fan in walk in cooler.

−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)”
RoutineRepeatPhysical facilities installed, maintained, and clean.

Observed build-up on floor beneath kitchen equipment. Observed build-up on floor beneath 3-compartment sink. Observed build-up of debris on back wall in main kitchen by the handwashing sink.

−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 18 points, but only 15 points are accounted for above — the published record for this visit is incomplete. See the full report at ga.healthinspections.us.

B83September 9, 20258 violations

Inspectors recorded 8 violations, 2 of them critical, involving handwashing & hygiene, cleaning & sanitizing and facility upkeep.

Critical (supporting)Corrected on siteAdequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible.

Observed hand sink to not have hand soap within the dispenser. COS: The facility did not have any additional hand soap. Liquid dish soap was placed at the sink. RCA: Facility shall obtain hand soap to place at each hand sink.

−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.07(3)(a) - handwashing cleanser, availability (pf)”
Critical (supporting)RepeatFood-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized.

Observed black build-up on baffle of ice machine within bar area. RCA: All food-contact surfaces shall be clean to sight and touch.

−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 bag of frozen shrimp thawing within a bucket a still water. COS: PIC removed shrimp from the bucket and placed in the prep sink under cool running water.

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

Observed a large collection of unused equipment and objects within the kitchen. RCA: All unused equipment must be removed, repaired or replaced. Kitchen shall remain uncluttered to allow for easy cleaning and work flow.

−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.05(6)(a) - good repair & proper adjustment (c)”
RoutineRepeatNonfood-contact surfaces clean.

Observed build-up on knobs and faucet of kitchen hand sink. Observed build up on prep top table gaskets. Observed build-up on doors and front panels of tall double door cooler and prep top cooler. Observed heavy carbon build-up on double burners. Observed heavy build-up on outside of pickle buckets. COS: PIC discarded pickle containers. RCA: All non-food contact surfaces shall be clean to sight and touch.

−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.05(7)(d) - nonfood-contact surfaces (c)”
RoutineRepeatPhysical facilities installed, maintained, and clean.

Observed build-up on floor beneath the kitchen equipment. Observed holes in the ceiling that have been patched or yet to be patched that are not finished with a smooth, non-absorbent finish. Observed peeling paint throughout the entire kitchen. RCA: Kitchen and ceiling shall be refinished with a smooth, non-absorbent finish such as FRP board, stainless steel, ceramic tiles, etc. Please consult finishing schedule on the design manual found at: dph.ga.gov. 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. (a) Floors, Walls, and Ceilings, Cleanability. Except as specified under subsection (2)(d) of this Rule and except for antislip floor coverings or applications that may be used for safety reasons, floors, floor coverings, walls, wall coverings, and ceilings shall be designed, constructed, and installed so they are smooth and easily cleanable.

−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)”
RoutinePhysical facilities installed, maintained, and clean.

Observed a mop sitting within the mop bucket not in active use. RCA: 511-6-1.07(5)(f) - Drying Mops (C) (f) Drying Mops. After use, mops shall be placed in a position that allows them to air-dry without soiling walls, equipment, or supplies.

−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.07(5)(f) - drying mops (c)”
RoutineCorrected on siteAdequate ventilation and lighting; designated areas used.

Observed an employee backpack on a prep table and beginning of inspection. COS: Employee relocated to a chair within the kitchen.

−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)”
B85February 27, 20256 violations

Inspectors recorded 6 violations, 2 of them critical, involving plumbing & water, cleaning & sanitizing and pest control.

CriticalRepeatPlumbing installed; proper backflow devices.

Observed triple sink not be properly plumbed. Triple sink shall have an air gap from the floor drain to the basins to prevent backflow from entering the basins. RCA: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.

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

Observed black build-up in ice machine in bar area. RCA: Surfaces,& Utensils (Pf) (7) Cleaning of Equipment and Utensils. (a) Equipment, Food-Contact Surfaces, and Utensils. 1. Equipment food-contact surfaces and utensils shall be clean to sight and touch. Pf.

−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.05(7)(a)1 - equipment, food-contact surfaces,& utensils (pf)”
RoutineRepeatInsects, rodents, and animals not present.

Observed gap in the bottom of the back door creating an opening for pests. RCA: 511-6-1.07(2)(m) - Outer Openings Protected (C) (m) Outer Openings, Protected. 1. Except as specified in paragraphs 2 through 5 of this subsection, outer openings of a food service establishment shall be protected against the entry of insects and rodents by: (i) Filling or closing holes and other gaps along floors, walls, and ceilings; (ii) Closed, tight-fitting windows; and (iii) Solid, self-closing, tight-fitting doors.

−3 points · Cited as “511-6-1.07(2)(m) - outer openings protected (c)”
RoutineFood and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, and used.

Observed outside of microwave to be sticky from build-up. Observed hand sinks to contain build-up within basins and ledges. RCA: All equipment shall be clean to sight and touch and in good repair.

−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.05(6)(a) - good repair & proper adjustment (c)”
RoutineRepeatNonfood-contact surfaces clean.

Observed food debris and build-up on outside of containers in walk-in cooler. Observed food debris in microwave that has not been in active use. RCA: 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.

−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.05(7)(d) - nonfood-contact surfaces (c)”
RoutineRepeatPhysical facilities installed, maintained, and clean.

Observed peeling paint and deteriorating walls in kitchen area. Observed food debris on walls throughout kitchen specifically around hand washing area. Observed peeling pain behind stove/grill top. Observed dirty ceiling tiles in dining room near air vent. Observed flooring in bar to not be sealed to be non-absorbent. Observed heavy build-up underneath the all the equipment in kitchen. Observed black build-up in corners of bathrooms. Observed build-up in heavy traffic areas from kitchen to bar. RCA: All floors, walls and ceilings shall be 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)”

This inspection deducted 15 points, but only 12 points are accounted for above — the published record for this visit is incomplete. See the full report at ga.healthinspections.us.

A90December 28, 20235 violations

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

CriticalRepeatPlumbing installed; proper backflow devices.

Observed triple sink to be leaking and not be properly plumbed. Triple sink shall have an air gap from the floor drain to the basins to prevent backflow from entering the basins. RCA: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.

−2 points · Cited as “511-6-1.06(2)(r) - system maintained in good repair (p, c)”
Critical (supporting)RepeatInsects, rodents, and animals not present.

Observed one dead roach in dining room of the facility. Observed gap in the bottom of the back kitchen door. Observed back kitchen door to be opened during inspection due to a delivery arriving shortly. RCA: PIC indicated that the repair to the door had been broken off during today's delivery. Hole shall be filled to provide a permanent solution. PIC shall continue to have routine visits from a pest control company. PIC shall install a tight fitting screen door or curtain if it is desired to keep the kitchen door closed.

−3 points · Cited as “511-6-1.07(5)(k) - controlling pests (pf, c)”
RoutineRepeatNonfood-contact surfaces clean.

Observed food debris and build-up on containers underneath prep table in main kitchen. Observed build-up on front of microwave, coolers and walk-in door. Observed food debris in microwave at facility opening. Observed food debris and old beer boxes on inside of walk-in cooler. RCA: Facility is in need of a deep clean to remove all food debris and build-up.

−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)”
RoutineNonfood-contact surfaces clean.

Observed heavy carbon build-up on stove burners. RCA: 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) 3. Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be kept free of an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris.

−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)”
RoutinePhysical facilities installed, maintained, and clean.

Observed holes in the ceiling of the main kitchen. Observed chipping paint within main kitchen. Observed floor drain in kitchen that did not have a cover to prevent tripping. RCA: 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.

−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-025-844. 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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