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LaQuinta Inn and Suites

4820 MASSACHUSETTS BLVD , ATLANTA, GA 30337 · Health inspection record from Georgia Department of Public Health

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76 / 100 · Needs improvement
Last inspected September 18, 2026
5 inspections on record · average score 80

Most recent inspection (September 18, 2026): no individual violations are recorded in the published data.

Inspection history

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C76September 18, 2026No violations recorded

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

This inspection deducted 24 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.

B84January 9, 20264 violations

Inspectors recorded 4 violations, 2 of them critical, involving temperature control, pest control and handwashing & hygiene.

CriticalRepeatProper cold holding temperatures.

Observed TCS food (milk and raw sausage) not cold holding at 41F or below. Advised not to leave TCS foods at room temperature.

−9 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(6)(f) - time/temperature control for safety; cold holding (p)”
CriticalCorrected on siteRepeatProper hot holding temperatures.

Observed TCS foods (scrambled eggs) not hot holding at 135F or above. COS-eggs were reheated to 186F.

−9 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(6)(f) - time/temperature control for safety; hot holding (p)”
RoutineRepeatInsects, rodents, and animals not present.

Observed back door in kitchen propped open. Advised to close when not in use.

−3 points · Cited as “511-6-1.07(2)(m) - outer openings protected (c)”
RoutinePosted: permit/inspection/choking poster/handwashing.

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

−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.02(1)(d) - displaying of the inspection report (c)”
C70December 17, 20257 violations

Inspectors recorded 7 violations, 4 of them critical, involving food storage, temperature control and employee health.

CriticalFood separated and protected.

Observed in reach in cooler raw sausage next to cooked scrambled eggs and above yogurt, then raw shell eggs on top shelf above milk. Advised to relocate and 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 in self service reach in cooler and on counter in kitchen. Advised to relocate foods.

−9 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(6)(f) - time/temperature control for safety; cold holding (p)”
CriticalRepeatProper hot holding temperatures.

Observed TCS foods not hot holding at 135F or above. Advised to reheat foods to 165F.

−9 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(6)(f) - time/temperature control for safety; hot holding (p)”
Critical (supporting)Management knowledge, responsibilities, reporting.

Observed no verifiable proof that employee was trained on employee health policy. Advised to obtain.

−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.03(2)(o) - person-in-charge duties (pf)”
RoutineRepeatInsects, rodents, and animals not present.

Observed visible light at the bottom of back door in kitchen. Advised to seal visible light.

−3 points · Cited as “511-6-1.07(2)(m) - outer openings protected (c)”
RoutineUtensils, equipment and linens: properly stored, dried, handled.

Observed utensils (forks and spoons) stored with lip contact surfaces upward in self service area. Advised to correct.

−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.05(10)(g)2 - kitchen and tableware, properly handled to protect food-/lip-contact surfaces (c)”
RoutinePhysical facilities installed, maintained, and clean.

Observed ceiling damage to tiles and wall damage in dining area. Advised to repair/ replace.

−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)”
B84May 30, 20253 violations

Inspectors recorded 3 violations, 2 of them critical, involving temperature control, handwashing & hygiene and pest control.

CriticalProper hot holding temperatures.

Observed sausage in the front food service area hot holding below 135F. Advised PIC all TCS foods shall hot hold at 135F or higher. Advised to discard.

−9 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(6)(f) - time/temperature control for safety; hot holding (p)”
Critical (supporting)Corrected on siteAdequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible.

Observed cleaning cloth in the basin of the sink. Advised PIC hand sinks shall be used for hand washing only. COS: Cloth was removed.

−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.06(2)(o) - using a handwashing sink- operation & maintenance (pf)”
RoutineCorrected on siteInsects, rodents, and animals not present.

Observed back door open upon arrival. Advised PIC all outer openings shall be protected at all times. COS: PIC closed the door.

−3 points · Cited as “511-6-1.07(2)(m) - outer openings protected (c)”
B85March 17, 20254 violations

Inspectors recorded 4 violations, 4 of them critical, involving temperature control, plumbing & water and management & training.

CriticalProper cold holding temperatures.

Observed TCS foods (butter and cream cheese) cold holding in the front food service area above 41F. Advised PIC TCS foods shall cold hold at 41F or below. Advised to discard.

−9 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(6)(f) - time/temperature control for safety; cold holding (p)”
CriticalPlumbing installed; proper backflow devices.

Observed air gaps needed under 3-compartment sink in the main kitchen area. Advised PIC an air gap between the water supply inlet and the flood level rim of the plumbing fixture, equipment or nonfood equipment shall be at least twice the diameter of the water supply inlet and may not be less than 1 inch (25 mm).

−2 points · Cited as “511-6-1.06(2)(d) - backflow prevention, air gap (p)”
Critical (supporting)Management knowledge, responsibilities, reporting.

Observed no verifiable manner that employees were informed of their responsibility to report symptoms & illnesses to management. Advised PIC to review policy with employees & have policy readily available.

−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.03(2)(o) - person-in-charge duties (pf)”
Critical (supporting)Response procedures for vomiting & diarrheal events.

Observed no procedures for employees to follow when responding to vomit/fecal events. Advised PIC to have procedures for employees to follow & have procedures readily available.

−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.03(6) - clean-up of vomiting and diarrheal events(pf)”

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-031-002222. 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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