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Annie Laura's Kitchen
6814 HWY 85 , RIVERDALE, GA 30274 · Health inspection record from Georgia Department of Public Health
Most recent inspection (April 22, 2026): Inspectors recorded 6 violations, 1 of them critical, involving pest control, handwashing & hygiene and cleaning & sanitizing. This restaurant scored as low as 77 on April 23, 2024 — see the full history below.
Inspection history
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B88April 22, 20266 violations
Inspectors recorded 6 violations, 1 of them critical, involving pest control, handwashing & hygiene and cleaning & sanitizing.
Observed roach with egg on wall above three compartment sink. Establishment shall be free of pests. Pest control records March 30 2025. Advised PIC to contact pest control company.
−3 points · Cited as “511-6-1.07(5)(k) - controlling pests (pf, c)”Observed workers wearing watches or bracelets while handling food. Manager had workers remove them.
−3 points · Cited as “511-6-1.03(5)(g) - jewelry (c)”Observed visible light at base of backdoor. Also observed backdoor being kept open when not in use. Advised PIC to repair shall be tight fitted without gaps or openings. PIC closed back door.
−3 points · Cited as “511-6-1.07(2)(m) - outer openings protected (c)”Observed inspection report not posted in plain view. Advised to post.
−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.02(1)(d) - displaying of the inspection report (c)”Observed door curtains at walk in cooler and walk in freezer in need of repair or replacement. Observed door gasket seal on chicken warmer door damaged/ melted. Advised to repair or replace.
−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.05(6)(a) - good repair & proper adjustment (c)”Grease build-up on ceiling tiles and walls in kitchen, Grease build-up on ceiling in dry storage room, floor tiles throughout kitchen in multiple areas in need of repair and regrouting. Build-up present throughout floors in kitchen, dry storage room and walk in freezer. Bottom of doors to walk in cooler and walk in freezer is damaged and in need of repair. Leather chairs in lobby area damaged and in need of repair. Advised to repair.
−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.07(2)(b) - floor, walls, & ceiling, cleanability; utility lines (c)”B83August 26, 20257 violations
Inspectors recorded 7 violations, 1 of them critical, involving cleaning & sanitizing, pest control and facility upkeep.
Observed build-up present on ice shield in ice machine, observed build-up inside of standing food warmers and on slide rails inside of standing food warmers. Equipment shall be free of build-up. Advised to clean equipment.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.05(7)(b) - food contact surfaces and utensils - cleaning frequency (p, c)”Observed several workers wearing watches or bracelets while handling food. Manager had workers remove them.
−3 points · Cited as “511-6-1.03(5)(g) - jewelry (c)”Observed visible light at base of backdoor. Also observed backdoor being kept open when not in use. Advised PIC to repair shall be tight fitted without gaps or openings. PIC closed back door.
−3 points · Cited as “511-6-1.07(2)(m) - outer openings protected (c)”Observed dishes stacked wet in drying area. Advised to let dishes air dry.
−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.05(10)(a) - equipment & utensils, air-drying required (c)”Observed air curtain at walk in cooler and walk in freezer in need of repair or replacement. Advised to repair or replace.
−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.05(6)(a) - good repair & proper adjustment (c)”Observed numerous non-food contact surfaces throughout facility (ovens, fryers, bins, etc.) Advised to clean.
−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)”Grease build-up on ceiling tiles and walls in kitchen, Grease build-up on ceiling in dry storage room, floor tiles throughout kitchen in multiple areas in need of repair and regrouting. Build-up present throughout floors in kitchen, dry storage room and walk in freezer. Bottom of doors to walk in cooler and walk in freezer is damaged and in need of repair. Table tops in lobby area damaged and in need of repair for multiple Ceiling in ladies restroom the paint is peeling and in need of repainting. Advised to repair.
−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.07(2)(b) - floor, walls, & ceiling, cleanability; utility lines (c)”This inspection deducted 17 points, but only 14 points are accounted for above — the published record for this visit is incomplete. See the full report at ga.healthinspections.us.
B81April 8, 20259 violations
Inspectors recorded 9 violations involving cleaning & sanitizing, pest control and handwashing & hygiene.
Observed build up present on stored clean dishes. Advised to clean.
−4 points · Cited as “null”Observed raw fish thawing in stagnant water on the counter. Advised PIC on proper thawing methods. COS: PIC thawed under running water.
−3 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(6)(c) - thawing (c)”Observed visible light at base of backdoor. Also observed backdoor being kept open when not in use. Advised PIC to repair shall be tight fitted without gaps or openings. PIC closed back door.
−3 points · Cited as “511-6-1.07(2)(m) - outer openings protected (c)”Observed not operating permit posted. Advised to post.
−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.02(1)(f)(1) - permit, displayed (c)”Observed dishes stacked wet in drying area. Advised to let dishes air dry.
−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.05(10)(a) - equipment & utensils, air-drying required (c)”Observed air curtain at walk in cooler and walk in freezer in need of repair or replacement. Advised to repair or replace.
−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.05(6)(a) - good repair & proper adjustment (c)”Observed numerous non-food contact surfaces throughout facility (ovens, fryers, bins, etc.) Advised to clean.
−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)”Grease build-up on ceiling tiles and walls in kitchen, Grease build-up on ceiling in dry storage room, floor tiles throughout kitchen in multiple areas in need of repair and regrouting. Build-up present throughout floors in kitchen, dry storage room and walk in freezer. Bottom of doors to walk in cooler and walk in freezer is damaged and in need of repair. Table tops in lobby area damaged and in need of repair for multiple Ceiling in ladies restroom the paint is peeling and in need of repainting. Advised to repair.
−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)”Observed employee personal belongings stored on top of facility container of knives. Advised to relocate.
−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.07(4)(b) - designated areas for employee activity, located to prevent contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens, & single service articles (c)”This inspection deducted 19 points, but only 16 points are accounted for above — the published record for this visit is incomplete. See the full report at ga.healthinspections.us.
B82November 25, 20245 violations
Inspectors recorded 5 violations, 1 of them critical, involving cleaning & sanitizing, handwashing & hygiene and pest control.
Observed build-up present on dough mixing machine food contact areas. Advised dough machine shall be free of accumulations .
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.05(7)(b) - food contact surfaces and utensils - cleaning frequency (p, c)”Observed Employees eating food on tables where single service food containers are stored. Advised employees shall have separate break area from area used to store food or single service items COS- PIC moved items.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.03(5)(k)1&2 - eating, drinking, or using tobacco (c)”Observed visible light at base of backdoor . Advised PIC to repair shall be tight fitted without gaps or openings.
−3 points · Cited as “511-6-1.07(2)(m) - outer openings protected (c)”Build -up present on shelves and lower counter shelves, sides and tops of fryers, inside and exterior of food warmers, and on bulk item containers. Shall be free of accumulation.
−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)”Grease build-up on ceiling tiles and walls in kitchen, Grease build-up on ceiling in dry storage room, floor tiles throughout kitchen in multiple areas in need of repair and regrouting. Build-up present throughout floors in kitchen, dry storage room and walk in freezer. Ceiling tiles damaged in lobby and in kitchen and ice machine area. Bottom of doors to walk in cooler and walk in freezer is damaged and in need of repair. Table tops in lobby area damaged and in need of repair for multiple Ceiling in ladies restroom the paint is peeling and in need of repainting. Wall paper in lobby is loose from was.
−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 18 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.
C77April 23, 20245 violations
Inspectors recorded 5 violations, 2 of them critical, involving temperature control, cleaning & sanitizing and pest control.
Observed TCS food measuring temperatures above 41 degrees.
−9 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(6)(f) - time/temperature control for safety; cold holding (p)”Observed ice scoops stored on top of ice machine on unclean surface, buildup present on dough mixing machine food contact areas. Advised scoops shall be stored on clean surfaces and dough machine shall be free of accumulations .
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.05(7)(b) - food contact surfaces and utensils - cleaning frequency (p, c)”Observed visible light at base of backdoor . Advised PIC to repair shall be tight fitted without gaps or openings.
−3 points · Cited as “511-6-1.07(2)(m) - outer openings protected (c)”Build -up present on shelves and lower counter shelves, sides and tops of fryers, inside and exterior of food warmers, Grease build up on hood vent and hood vent screens and on bulk item containers. Shall be free of accumulation.
−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)”Grease build-up on ceiling tiles and walls in kitchen, Grease build-up on ceiling in dry storage room, floor tiles throughout kitchen in multiple areas in need of repair and regrouting. Build-up present throughout floors in kitchen, dry storage room and walk in freezer. Ceiling tiles damaged in lobby and in kitchen and ice machine area. Bottom of doors to walk in cooler and walk in freezer is damaged and in need of repair. Table tops in lobby area damaged and in need of repair for multiple Ceiling in ladies restroom the paint is peeling and in need of repainting. Wall paper in lobby is loose from was.
−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 23 points, but only 18 points are accounted for above — the published record for this visit is incomplete. See the full report at ga.healthinspections.us.
B82September 13, 20238 violations
Inspectors recorded 8 violations, 2 of them critical, involving food storage, cleaning & sanitizing and pest control.
Observed several chemicals in containers stored hanging on cabinet knobs / on shelf with clean dishes. Items moved by PIC.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.07(6)(c) - storage, separation (p)”Observed ice scoops stored on top of ice machine on unclean surface, observed several knives stored slid between wall and vegetable sink splash guard.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.05(7)(a)1 - equipment, food-contact surfaces,& utensils (pf)”Observed worker scooping cranberry sauce into cups in the lobby on of dine in area. Food is to be handled / prepped in food prep areas.
−3 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(4)(t) - food preparation (c)”Observed several workers wearing watches or bracelets while handling food. Manager had workers remove them.
−3 points · Cited as “511-6-1.03(5)(g) - jewelry (c)”Observed visible light at backdoor (screen is half open). Advised PIC to repair and screen shall be tight fitted without gaps or openings. Front door and rear door was propped open upon. Had PIC to close doors.
−3 points · Cited as “511-6-1.07(2)(m) - outer openings protected (c)”Single service food cups lids and food containers stored unprotected from contamination. Had manager correct.
−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.05(10)(g)(1)&(3) - kitchenware and tableware, single-service/-use items properly handled to protect food-/lip-contact surfaces (c)”Build -up present on shelves and lower counter shelves, sides and tops of fryers, inside and exterior of food warmers, Grease build up on hood vent and hood vent screens and on bulk item containers. Shall be free of accumulation.
−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)”Grease build-up on ceiling tiles and walls in kitchen, Grease build-up on ceiling in dry storage room, floor tiles throughout kitchen in multiple areas in need of repair and regrouting. Build-up present throughout floors in kitchen, dry storage room and walk in freezer. Ceiling tiles damaged in lobby and in kitchen and ice machine area. Bottom of doors to walk in cooler and walk in freezer is damaged and in need of repair. Table tops in lobby area damaged and in need of repair for multiple.
−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 FSP-031-000974. Verify this record at ga.healthinspections.us. Georgia’s inspection records are published by county health district, not from a single statewide portal.