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1881 MT. ZION RD , MORROW, GA 30260 · Health inspection record from Georgia Department of Public Health
This restaurant failed a health inspection on July 9, 2025, scoring 66/100 (grade U — Unsatisfactory). It has since been re-inspected and currently scores 94. Georgia re-inspects after a failing score, so the most recent number can be only days or weeks old.
Most recent inspection (February 2, 2026): Inspectors recorded 1 violation, 1 of them critical, involving cleaning & sanitizing.
Inspection history
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A94February 2, 20261 violation
Inspectors recorded 1 violation, 1 of them critical, involving cleaning & sanitizing.
Observed food contact surfaces of the interior of the ice bin lid connected to the beverage machine in the main kitchen with red residue. Advised PIC that equipment food contact surfaces and utensils shall be cleaned at any time during the operation when contamination may have occurred. Advised PIC to increase the cleaning frequency of interior of ice bin lid connected to the beverage machine.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.05(7)(b) - food contact surfaces and utensils - cleaning frequency (p, c)”A93July 17, 20252 violations
Inspectors recorded 2 violations, 1 of them critical, involving cleaning & sanitizing.
Observed food contact surface of microwave stored as clean with residue in the main kitchen. Also observed food contact surface of the ice bin lid in the main kitchen stored as clean with staining. Advised PIC to increase the cleaning frequency of microwave and ice bin lid.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.05(7)(b) - food contact surfaces and utensils - cleaning frequency (p, c)”Observed air curtain in disrepair during time of inspection. Advised PIC that Equipment shall be maintained in a state of repair and condition that meets the requirements specified under subsections (1) and (2) of this Rule. Advised PIC to have air curtain serviced.
−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.05(6)(a) - good repair & proper adjustment (c)”U66July 9, 20258 violations
Inspectors recorded 8 violations, 7 of them critical, involving temperature control, cleaning & sanitizing and plumbing & water.
Observed multiple TCS food items (raw chicken-2 pans) and (raw shrimp-2 pans) cold holding in the temperature danger zone in cooler drawer unit #1. Advised PIC that when cold holding all TCS foods shall be at a temperature of 41 F and below. COS: PIC discarded the two bins on raw chicken and 2 bins of raw shrimp.
−9 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(6)(f) - time/temperature control for safety; cold holding (p)”Observed food contact surfaces of the bulk ice machine panel stored as clean with brown residue. Also observed multiple food contact surfaces of the interior of microwave stored as clean with old food debris and residue. Advised PIC equipment food contact surfaces sand utensils shall be cleaned at any time during the operation where contamination may have occurred. Advised PIC to increase cleaning frequency of microwaves and bulk ice machine panel.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.05(7)(b) - food contact surfaces and utensils - cleaning frequency (p, c)”Observed leak at the faucet of the 3-compartment sink. Advised PIC A plumbing system shall be repaired according to law and maintained in good repair. Advised PIC to have the 3-compartment sink repaired.
−2 points · Cited as “511-6-1.06(2)(r) - system maintained in good repair (p, c)”Observed hand sink at the bar area without soap. Advised PIC that all handwash sinks shall be supplied with soap at all times. COS: Food employee placed soap at the hand sink at the bar area.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.07(3)(a) - handwashing cleanser, availability (pf)”Observed multiple food contact surfaces of multiple plates stored as clean with food splatter. Advised PIC that all food contact surfaces shall be cleaned to sight and touch. Advised PIC to place soiled plates near the dish machine in order to be washed, rinsed, and sanitized.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.05(7)(a)1 - equipment, food-contact surfaces,& utensils (pf)”Observed cooked pasta cooling in a discarded cooler drawer unit. Also observed 2 bins of prepped raw chicken cooling tightly covered in the WIC. Advised PIC on proper cooling methods. Advised food employee to loosely cover 2 bins of raw chicken and to place cooked pasta in the WIC for proper cooling.
−3 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(6)(e) - cooling methods (pf, c)”Observed drain flies near the 3-compartment sink during time of inspection. Advised PIC the presence of insects, rodents, and other pests shall be controlled to minimize their presence on the premises by using methods, if pests are found, such as trapping devices or other means of pest control as specified under subsection. Advised PIC to contact pest control to have facility serviced.
−3 points · Cited as “511-6-1.07(5)(k) - controlling pests (pf, c)”Observed cooler drawer #1 in the main kitchen with an ambient temperature of 48F. Advised PIC that ambient air temperature, water pressure, and water temperature measuring devices shall be maintained in good repair and be accurate within the intended range of use. Advised PIC to have unit serviced.
−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.05(6)(q)1&3 - good repair & calibration (c)”This inspection deducted 34 points, but only 30 points are accounted for above — the published record for this visit is incomplete. See the full report at ga.healthinspections.us.
B83January 13, 20252 violations
Inspectors recorded 2 violations, 2 of them critical, involving temperature control and handwashing & hygiene.
Observed several TCS foods not cold holding at 41F or below. COS- foods were relocated.
−9 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(6)(f) - time/temperature control for safety; cold holding (p)”Observed hand sink with no soap. COS- soap was supplied.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.07(3)(a) - handwashing cleanser, availability (pf)”This inspection deducted 17 points, but only 13 points are accounted for above — the published record for this visit is incomplete. See the full report at ga.healthinspections.us.
U69January 2, 202510 violations
Inspectors recorded 10 violations, 8 of them critical, involving handwashing & hygiene, temperature control and cleaning & sanitizing.
Observed employee wash hands in cold water. Advised PIC of proper hand washing procedures.
−9 points · Cited as “511-6-1.03(5)(b) - cleaning procedure (p)”Observed several TCS items cold holding above 41F. Advised PIC all TCS items cold holding shall be held at 41F or below. Items were placed on ice bath.
−9 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(6)(f) - time/temperature control for safety; cold holding (p)”Observed food contact surfaces of ice machine panel stored as clean with mold-like substance. Also observed food contact surface of interior of microwave stored as clean with old food debris and residue. Advised PIC equipment food-contact surfaces and utensils shall be cleaned at any time during the operation where contamination may have occurred.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.05(7)(b) - food contact surfaces and utensils - cleaning frequency (p, c)”Observed leak at hand sink and prep sink. Advised PIC leak shall be repaired.
−2 points · Cited as “511-6-1.06(2)(r) - system maintained in good repair (p, c)”No paper observed at hand sink near WIC. Advised PIC hand sink shall be supplied with paper towels at all times.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.07(3)(b) - hand drying provision (pf)”No soap observed at hand sink near dish area. Advised PIC that hand soap shall be supplied at hand sink at all times.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.07(3)(a) - handwashing cleanser, availability (pf)”Upon arrival observed back hand sink blocked by a speed rack. Advised PIC hand sink shall be easily accessible at all times. COS- speed rack removed.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.06(2)(o) - using a handwashing sink- operation & maintenance (pf)”No hot water observed at hand sink near WIC. Advised PIC that hot water shall be 100F at all hand sinks.
−2 points · Cited as “511-6-1.06(1)(i) - system, approved, installed (pf)”Observed ice bin lid open when not in use. Advised PIC 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. COS: employee close ice bin lid.
−4 points · Cited as “null”Observed drawer cooler in disrepair. Advised to have cooler repaired.
−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.05(6)(q)1&3 - good repair & calibration (c)”A90July 10, 20244 violations
Inspectors recorded 4 violations, 2 of them critical, involving cleaning & sanitizing, temperature control and food storage.
Observed food contact surfaces of ice machine panel and ice bin lid stored as clean with mold-like substance. Also observed food contact surface of interior of microwave stored as clean with old food debris and residue. Advised PIC equipment food-contact surfaces and utensils shall be cleaned at any time during the operation where contamination may have occurred.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.05(7)(b) - food contact surfaces and utensils - cleaning frequency (p, c)”Observed chemical based mechanical dish machine in disrepair during time of inspection. Advised PIC that when using a chlorine as a chemical sanitizer, the range shall be between 50-100 ppm.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.05(6)(n) - manual and mechanical warewashing equipment, chemical sanitization-temperature, ph, concentration, hardness (p,pf)”Observed ice bin lid open when not in use at the bar area. Advised PIC 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. COS: Had employee close ice bin lid at bar area.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(4)(c)1(iv) - packaged & unpackaged food, food stored covered(c)”Observed multiple bulk seasoning shakers unlabeled with a common name near grill area. Advised PIC food ingredients that are removed from their original packages for use in the food establishment, such as cooking oils, flour, herbs, potato flakes, salt, spices, and sugar shall be clearly and legibly identified, in English, with the common name of the food.
−3 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(4)(d) - food storage containers identified with common name of food (c)”B81December 11, 20234 violations
Inspectors recorded 4 violations, 3 of them critical, involving handwashing & hygiene, cleaning & sanitizing and menu & labeling.
Observed food handler working with raw chicken and beef products on grill prep area, then change gloves and work with RTE lettuce, tomatoes, and onion. Advised PIC When switching between working with raw food and working with ready-to-eat food, shall wash hands and don new gloves in between. COS: Had food handler discard mishandled RTE lettuce, tomatoes, and onions.
−9 points · Cited as “511-6-1.03(5)(c) - when to wash (p)”Observed food-contact surfaces of two ice machines with debris, residue build-up on white panel of ice machine #1 and pink-mold like substance on inside dispenser unit of ice machine #2. Advised PIC increase cleaning frequency of ice machines.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.05(7)(b) - food contact surfaces and utensils - cleaning frequency (p, c)”Observed multiple metal bins stored by grill area not labeled with sauce contents. Advised PIC The common name of the food, or if there is no common name, an adequately descriptive identity statement.
−3 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(7)(c) - food labels (pf, c)”Observed visible light entry at backdoor of kitchen leading to the outside. Advised PIC outer openings of a food service establishment shall be protected against the entry of insects and rodents by: tight-fitting doors.
−3 points · Cited as “511-6-1.07(2)(m) - outer openings protected (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-031-000392. Verify this record at ga.healthinspections.us. Georgia’s inspection records are published by county health district, not from a single statewide portal.