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Bowties Bar and Grill

1551 PHOENIX BLVD , ATLANTA, GA 30349 · Health inspection record from Georgia Department of Public Health

A
93 / 100 · Excellent
Last inspected September 1, 2026
10 inspections on record · average score 80
Failed inspection

This restaurant failed a health inspection on August 21, 2026, scoring 57/100 (grade U — Unsatisfactory). It has since been re-inspected and currently scores 93. Georgia re-inspects after a failing score, so the most recent number can be only days or weeks old.

Most recent inspection (September 1, 2026): no individual violations are recorded in the published data.

Inspection history

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A93September 1, 2026No violations recorded

No individual violations are recorded for this inspection in the published data.

This inspection deducted 7 points, but only 0 points are accounted for above — the published record for this visit is incomplete. See the full report at ga.healthinspections.us.

U66August 31, 2026No violations recorded

No individual violations are recorded for this inspection in the published data.

This inspection deducted 34 points, but only 0 points are accounted for above — the published record for this visit is incomplete. See the full report at ga.healthinspections.us.

U57August 21, 2026No violations recorded

No individual violations are recorded for this inspection in the published data.

This inspection deducted 43 points, but only 0 points are accounted for above — the published record for this visit is incomplete. See the full report at ga.healthinspections.us.

C71July 13, 20268 violations

Inspectors recorded 8 violations, 6 of them critical, involving temperature control, menu & labeling and management & training.

CriticalProper cold holding temperatures.

Observed TCS foods cold holding on the main kitchen reach in cooler above 41F.

−9 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(6)(f) - time/temperature control for safety; cold holding (p)”
CriticalCorrected on siteFood properly labeled; original container.

Observed expired container of yogurt in the reach in cooler.

−3 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(8)(b) - expired foods (p)”
Critical (supporting)RepeatManagement knowledge, responsibilities, reporting.

Observed the facility unable to provide agreement forms indicating employees of their responsibility to report food borne illnesses and symptoms.

−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.03(2)(o) - person-in-charge duties (pf)”
Critical (supporting)RepeatAdequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible.

Observed no paper towels available in the main kitchen and bar area.

−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.07(3)(b) - hand drying provision (pf)”
Critical (supporting)Response procedures for vomiting & diarrheal events.

Observed vomit/fecal clean up procedures unavailable at the time of inspection.

−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.03(6) - clean-up of vomiting and diarrheal events(pf)”
Critical (supporting)Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized.

Observed black substance on the interior surface of the ice machine in the main kitchen.

−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.05(7)(a)1 - equipment, food-contact surfaces,& utensils (pf)”
RoutineRepeatConsumer advisory provided for raw and undercooked foods.

Observed menu without asterisk indicating which foods can be served raw/undercooked.

−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1-.04(7)(e) - consumer advisory provided for raw/undercooked”
RoutineNonfood-contact surfaces clean.

Observed grease accumulation on the sides and bottom of all equipment on the cook line (fryer and griddle) area.

−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)”
B88October 29, 20255 violations

Inspectors recorded 5 violations, 4 of them critical, involving management & training, handwashing & hygiene and temperature control.

Critical (supporting)Management knowledge, responsibilities, reporting.

Observed facility without agreement forms available indicating employee's responsibility to report food borne illnesses and symptoms. Advised PIC to obtain forms and have employee's sign.

−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.03(2)(o) - person-in-charge duties (pf)”
Critical (supporting)Adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible.

Observed bar hand sink without soap. Advised PIC hand sinks shall be provided with soap at all times.

−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.07(3)(a) - handwashing cleanser, availability (pf)”
Critical (supporting)Adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible.

Observed bar hand sink without paper towels. Advised PIC hand sinks shall be provided with paper towels at all times.

−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.07(3)(b) - hand drying provision (pf)”
Critical (supporting)RepeatProper cooling methods used: adequate equipment for temperature control.

Observed chicken cooling on the counter. Also observed chicken wraps wrapped tightly in the grab n go cooler. Advised on cooling methods.

−3 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(6)(e) - cooling methods (pf, c)”
RoutineConsumer advisory provided for raw and undercooked foods.

Observed menu without asterisk indicating which foods can be served raw/undercooked. Advised to upgrade menu.

−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1-.04(7)(e) - consumer advisory provided for raw/undercooked”
A100May 7, 2025No violations recorded

No individual violations are recorded for this inspection in the published data.

U67April 22, 20256 violations

Inspectors recorded 6 violations, 5 of them critical, involving temperature control, cleaning & sanitizing and handwashing & hygiene.

CriticalRepeatProper cold holding temperatures.

Observed TCS foods not cold holding at 41F or below in reach in cooler. Advised to discard.

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

Observed dish machine sanitizer meeting adequate concentration measuring at 0 ppm Cl. Advised to repair.

−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)RepeatAdequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible.

Observed pitcher of water stored inside the bar hand sink. Advised hand sink is only for washing hands and not used for other purposes.

−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.06(2)(o) - using a handwashing sink- operation & maintenance (pf)”
Critical (supporting)RepeatToxic substances properly identified, stored, used.

Observed chemical bottle with no label. Advised to label all chemicals removed from its original container.

−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.07(6)(b) - working containers, common name (pf)”
Critical (supporting)Proper cooling methods used: adequate equipment for temperature control.

Observed TCS food not properly cooling. Discussed proper cooling methods.

−3 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(6)(e) - cooling methods (pf, c)”
RoutinePosted: permit/inspection/choking poster/handwashing.

Observed current inspection report not posted. Advised to post current report at all times.

−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1-.08(1)(h)1,2 - identification”

This inspection deducted 33 points, but only 25 points are accounted for above — the published record for this visit is incomplete. See the full report at ga.healthinspections.us.

U68April 8, 20258 violations

Inspectors recorded 8 violations, 7 of them critical, involving food storage, temperature control and cleaning & sanitizing.

CriticalFood separated and protected.

Observed in cooler raw chicken stored above cooked chicken wings and raw shell eggs above cheese. Advised to store foods based on final cook temp.

−9 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(4)(c)1(i)(ii)(iii)(v)(vi)(vii)(viii) - packaged & unpackaged food separation, packaging, and segregation (p, c)”
CriticalProper cold holding temperatures.

Observed TCS foods not cold holding at 41F or below. Advised not to overfill containers and not to leave foods out at room temperature.

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

Observed dish machine sanitizer measuring at 0ppm Cl. Advised to have serviced.

−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)Management knowledge, responsibilities, reporting.

Observed verifiable manner that employees were informed of their responsibility to report foodborne illnesses. Advised to have employees to read and sign.

−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.03(2)(o) - person-in-charge duties (pf)”
Critical (supporting)Adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible.

Observed black mats stored in the bar hand sink. Advised to supply with paper towels at all times.

−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.06(2)(o) - using a handwashing sink- operation & maintenance (pf)”
Critical (supporting)RepeatFood-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized.

Observed food contact surfaces of dishes stored clean with old food debris and food contact surfaces of soda nozzles with black substance. Advised to clean.

−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.05(7)(a)1 - equipment, food-contact surfaces,& utensils (pf)”
Critical (supporting)Toxic substances properly identified, stored, used.

Observed several bottles of chemicals with no labels. Advised to label.

−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.07(6)(b) - working containers, common name (pf)”
RoutineProper eating, tasting, drinking, or tobacco use.

Observed employee open beverage stored on the prep counter w/ utensils. Advised to drink from a single service container w/ lid and straw and in a designated area.

−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.03(5)(k)1&2 - eating, drinking, or using tobacco (c)”
A92October 10, 20242 violations

Inspectors recorded 2 violations, 2 of them critical, involving cleaning & sanitizing and food storage.

CriticalCorrected on siteFood-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized.

Observed build-up inside ice machine on ice shield located in kitchen. Equipment shall be maintained cleaned and free of accumulations. PIC had worker clean ice shield during inspection.

−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.05(7)(b) - food contact surfaces and utensils - cleaning frequency (p, c)”
CriticalCorrected on siteToxic substances properly identified, stored, used.

Observed chemicals in bottles stored on food prep tables where handling food. Advised that chemical are to be stored properly to prevent food contamination. PIC moved chemical to proper location.

−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.07(6)(c) - storage, separation (p)”
A100May 6, 2024No violations recorded

No individual violations are recorded for this inspection in the published data.

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-031-002018. 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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