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1409 RIVERSTONE PKWY , CANTON, GA 30114 · Health inspection record from Georgia Department of Public Health
Most recent inspection (July 16, 2026): Inspectors recorded 5 violations, 5 of them critical, involving handwashing & hygiene, temperature control and cleaning & sanitizing.
Inspection history
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C72July 16, 20265 violations
Inspectors recorded 5 violations, 5 of them critical, involving handwashing & hygiene, temperature control and cleaning & sanitizing.
Observed employee touching raw beef and pork with gloved hands and failing to change gloves prior to switching tasks. Employee contaminated several other surfaces and attempted to plate customer food. If used, single-use gloves shall be used for only one task such as working with ready-to-eat food or with raw animal food, used for no other purpose, and discarded when damaged or soiled, or when interruptions occur in the operation. P COS by instructing employee to remove gloves, wash hands, and restart plate.
−9 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(4)(n)1 - gloves, use limitation (single use gloves) (p)”Observed pan of butter, preportioned cups of butter (expo area), and buttermilk (fryer area) utilizing TPHC not discarded within 4 hours. If time without temperature control is used as the public health control up to a maximum of 4 hours: (i) Except as specified in paragraph 2.(ii) of this subsection, the food shall have an initial temperature of 41°F (5°C) or less when removed from cold holding temperature control, or 135°F (57°C) or greater when removed from hot holding temperature control;P (III) The food temperature does not exceed 70°F (21°C) within a maximum time period of 4 hours from the time it was rendered a time/temperature control for safety food; and (IV) The food is marked or otherwise identified to indicate the time that is 4 hours past the point in time when the food is rendered a time/temperature control for safety food as specified in paragraph 2.(ii)(I) and (II). (iii) The food shall be marked or otherwise identified to indicate the time that is 4 hours past the point in time when the food is removed from temperature control;Pf (iv) The food shall be cooked and served, served at any temperature if ready-to-eat, or discarded, within 4 hours from the point in time when the food is removed from temperature control;P and (v) The food in unmarked containers or packages, or marked to exceed a 4-hour limit shall be discarded.P COS by discarding.
−9 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(6)(i) - time as a public health control (tphc) (p, pf, c)”Observed Rapid Multisurface Cleaner being used to clean table tops. This chemical is not approved for use on food contact surfaces as noted on previous inspection. Must discontinue use. Quat sanitizer is available and approved for use on food contact surfaces. COS by removing cleaner.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.07(6)(g) - chemical sanitizers, criteria (p)”Observed several dishes in warewash area stored as clean but visibly dirty with old stuck-on food. Equipment food-contact surfaces and utensils shall be clean to sight and touch. COS by rewashing. PIC must ensure that employees are inspecting dishes prior to storing as clean.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.05(7)(a)1 - equipment, food-contact surfaces,& utensils (pf)”Observed build-up inside of soda gun holder in bar area. Equipment food-contact surfaces and utensils shall be clean to sight and touch. COS by cleaning.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.05(7)(a)1 - equipment, food-contact surfaces,& utensils (pf)”B82December 23, 20258 violations
Inspectors recorded 8 violations, 5 of them critical, involving temperature control, cleaning & sanitizing and food storage.
Observed time/temperature control for safety (TCS) foods in prep top unit across from fryer being cold held above 41°F. Unit was left uncovered while not in active use with temperatures in top ranging between 43-49°F; temperatures in the bottom portion of unit were right at 41°F. TCS foods must be cold held at 41°F or below. COS by placing on ice. Ambient temperature of unit must be lowered to about 37°F. Keep prep top covered while not in active use as unit is directly above and across from heat sources (heat lamp & fryer).
−9 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(6)(f) - time/temperature control for safety; cold holding (p)”Observed TCS foods in salad prep top/reach-in unit being cold held above 41°F. Ambient temperature of unit was 50°F with temperature of TCS foods ranging between 49-58°F. COS by discarding and using a temporary time as a public health control (TPHC) procedure. Unit must be serviced within 72 hours.
−9 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(6)(f) - time/temperature control for safety; cold holding (p)”Observed cheddar cheese on ice in expo area being cold held at 53°F due to poor ice bath. COS by discarding.
−9 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(6)(f) - time/temperature control for safety; cold holding (p)”Observed pan of butter and preportioned cups of butter utilizing TPHC not discarded within 4 hours. If time without temperature control is used as the public health control up to a maximum of 4 hours: (i) Except as specified in paragraph 2.(ii) of this subsection, the food shall have an initial temperature of 41°F (5°C) or less when removed from cold holding temperature control, or 135°F (57°C) or greater when removed from hot holding temperature control;P (III) The food temperature does not exceed 70°F (21°C) within a maximum time period of 4 hours from the time it was rendered a time/temperature control for safety food; and (IV) The food is marked or otherwise identified to indicate the time that is 4 hours past the point in time when the food is rendered a time/temperature control for safety food as specified in paragraph 2.(ii)(I) and (II). (iii) The food shall be marked or otherwise identified to indicate the time that is 4 hours past the point in time when the food is removed from temperature control;Pf (iv) The food shall be cooked and served, served at any temperature if ready-to-eat, or discarded, within 4 hours from the point in time when the food is removed from temperature control;P and (v) The food in unmarked containers or packages, or marked to exceed a 4-hour limit shall be discarded.P COS by discarding.
−9 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(6)(i) - time as a public health control (tphc) (p, pf, c)”Observed food build-up in tomato dice that was stored as clean. Equipment food-contact surfaces and utensils shall be clean to sight and touch. COS by washing. Must ensure employees thoroughly clean prior to storing.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.05(7)(a)1 - equipment, food-contact surfaces,& utensils (pf)”Observed various food items such as bacon, cheese, butter, and more in expo area left uncovered while not in active use. Food and drinks not in active use must be kept covered to prevent any potential overhead contamination.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(4)(c)1(iv) - packaged & unpackaged food, food stored covered(c)”Observed employee (server) on cell phone while cutting a cucumber and using bare elbow to stabilize cucumber on cutting board since her other hand was not available. Employee elbow was directly on cucumber. Food shall be protected from contamination that may result from a factor or source not specified under paragraphs (a) through (y) of this subsection. COS by discarding cucumber.
−3 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(4)(z) - miscellaneous sources of contamination (c)”Observed same employee/server from above violation preparing food without wearing a hair restraint. Hair was flowing down back. Also observed cooked preparing food without wearing a beard guard; beard was longer than 1/2 inch. 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)”B85March 13, 20253 violations
Inspectors recorded 3 violations, 2 of them critical, involving temperature control, plumbing & water and facility upkeep.
Observed no time documentation on raw chicken in buttermilk at fry station. 1. Except as specified under paragraph 4 of this subsection, if time without temperature control is used as the public health control for a working supply of time/temperature control for safety food before cooking, or for ready-to-eat time/temperature control for safety food that is displayed or held for sale or service, written procedures shall be prepared in advance, maintained in the food service establishment, and made available to the regulatory authority upon request that specify: Pf (i) Methods of compliance with paragraphs 2(i) - (iv) or 3(i) through (v) of this subsection; and (ii) Methods of compliance with the cooling of time/temperature control for safety food that is prepared, cooked, and refrigerated before time is used as a public health control. Pf 2. If time without temperature control is used as the public health control up to a maximum of 4 hours: (i) Except as specified in paragraph 2.(ii) of this subsection, the food shall have an initial temperature of 41°F (5°C) or less when removed from cold holding temperature control, or 135°F (57°C) or greater when removed from hot holding temperature control;P (ii) The food may have an initial temperature of 70°F (21°C) or less if; (I) It is a ready-to-eat fruit or vegetable that upon cutting is rendered a time/temperature control for safety food, or (II) It is a ready-to-eat hermetically sealed food that upon opening is rendered a time/tem.
−9 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(6)(i) - time as a public health control (tphc) (p, pf, c)”Observed water leak within wall behind prep top coolers on main kitchen cook line. Water leak must be corrected.
−2 points · Cited as “511-6-1.06(2)(r) - system maintained in good repair (p, c)”Observed areas of very low grout throughout front and back kitchen area. There were also a few missing tiles on cook line. Floors must be regrouted and broken tiles must be replaced. Additionally, there is rusting of shelving and door frames in back kitchen area and broken wall at mop sink. Disrepair must be addressed as soon as possible.
−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.
B86April 24, 20246 violations
Inspectors recorded 6 violations, 4 of them critical, involving temperature control, cleaning & sanitizing and food storage.
Observed time/temperature control for safety (TCS) on ice in prep top unit being cold held above 41°F. Pans were sitting on top of ice and not surrounded by ice. TCS foods must be cold held at 41°F or below. COS by correcting ice bath.
−9 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(6)(f) - time/temperature control for safety; cold holding (p)”Observed no time documentation on buttermilk at fry station. If time without temperature control is used as the public health control up to a maximum of 4 hours: (i) The food shall have an initial temperature of 41°F (5°C) or less when removed from cold holding temperature control, or 135°F (57°C) or greater when removed from hot holding temperature control; P (ii) The food shall be marked or otherwise identified to indicate the time that is 4 hours past the point in time when the food is removed from temperature control; Pf (iii) The food shall be cooked and served, served at any temperature if ready-to-eat, or discarded, within 4 hours from the point in time when the food is removed from temperature control; P and (iv) The food in unmarked containers or packages, or marked to exceed a 4-hour limit shall be discarded. COS by discarding.
−9 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(6)(i) - time as a public health control (tphc) (p, pf, c)”Observed dish machine not sanitizing. Dish machine was primed several times and still was not dispensing chlorine. COS by discontinuing use of dish machine for sanitizing. Dishes may be washed in machine but sanitized in 3-compartment sink.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.05(6)(n) - manual and mechanical warewashing equipment, chemical sanitization-temperature, ph, concentration, hardness (p,pf)”Observed bread plate at dining table visibly dirty. Equipment food-contact surfaces and utensils shall be clean to sight and touch. COS by taking plate to warewash area for cleaning.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.05(7)(a)1 - equipment, food-contact surfaces,& utensils (pf)”Observed drink pitchers in kitchen and at bar stored uncovered and particles floating on top. Food and drinks that are not in active use must be kept covered to prevent overhead contamination. Health Authority recommends getting pitchers that have covers.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(4)(c)1(iv) - packaged & unpackaged food, food stored covered(c)”Observed areas of very low grout throughout front and back kitchen area. There were also a few broken tiles on cook line. Floors must be regrouted and broken tiles must be replaced.
−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 028-0500. Verify this record at ga.healthinspections.us. Georgia’s inspection records are published by county health district, not from a single statewide portal.
