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Sundown Saloon
50 GAINES SCHOOL RD STE 14 , ATHENS, GA 30605 · Health inspection record from Georgia Department of Public Health
Most recent inspection (July 20, 2026): Inspectors recorded 1 violation, 1 of them critical, involving cleaning & sanitizing.
Inspection history
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A96July 20, 20261 violation
Inspectors recorded 1 violation, 1 of them critical, involving cleaning & sanitizing.
Observed mold-like growth on ice flap inside ice maker. Corrective action (CA): Ice maker shall be cleaned often enough to prevent mold growth.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.05(7)(b) - food contact surfaces and utensils - cleaning frequency (p, c)”A98September 15, 20251 violation
Inspectors recorded 1 violation involving food-safety requirements.
Floor tiles in poor repair behind bar. Buildup of grime/debris observed on floors behind bar.
−1 point · Cited as “null”B88October 24, 20244 violations
Inspectors recorded 4 violations, 2 of them critical, involving cleaning & sanitizing, handwashing & hygiene and facility upkeep.
Observed black mold growth inside ice maker.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.05(7)(b) - food contact surfaces and utensils - cleaning frequency (p, c)”Paper towels not supplied at front handwash sink and men's room handwash sink. Corrective action (CA): Paper towels shall be provided at all handwash sinks. Paper towels provided.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.07(3)(b) - hand drying provision (pf)”Ladies room not provided with a covered waste receptacle.
−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.06(5)(h) - toilet room receptacle, covered (c)”Floor tiles damaged behind bar. Buildup of grime/debris observed on floors behind bar.
−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)”A92November 29, 20233 violations
Inspectors recorded 3 violations, 1 of them critical, involving cleaning & sanitizing, handwashing & hygiene and facility upkeep.
Observed black mold growth on deflector plate in ice machine. Corrective action (CA): Ice machine is to be cleaned often enough to prevent mold growth.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.05(7)(b) - food contact surfaces and utensils - cleaning frequency (p, c)”Covered waste receptacle not provided in ladies room.
−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.07(5)(h) - cleaning plumbing fixtures- handsinks, urinals & toilets (c)”Floor tiles damaged behind bar and by ice machine. Wall tiles missing in men's room. Observed buildup of debris/grease on floors at bar.
−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 295271.. Verify this record at ga.healthinspections.us. Georgia’s inspection records are published by county health district, not from a single statewide portal.