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DRAGON CAFE
373 HIGHWAY 138 SW , RIVERDALE, GA 30274 · Health inspection record from Georgia Department of Public Health
Most recent inspection (August 3, 2026): Inspectors recorded 3 violations, 2 of them critical, involving food storage and pest control.
Inspection history
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B83August 3, 20263 violations
Inspectors recorded 3 violations, 2 of them critical, involving food storage and pest control.
Observed raw shell egg stored above and next to RTE noodles and fried chicken wings in the reach in cooler in the main kitchen. Food shall be protected from cross contamination by arranging each type of food in equipment so that cross contamination of one type with another is prevented.
−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)”Observed multiple roaches in the main kitchen and front lobby. The presence of insects and other pests shall be controlled to minimize their presence on the premises.
−3 points · Cited as “511-6-1.07(5)(k) - controlling pests (pf, c)”Observed sauces stored uncovered on shelving in the main kitchen and chicken wings stored uncovered in the reach in cooler in the main kitchen. Food shall be protected from cross contamination by storing the food in covered containers.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(4)(c)1(iv) - packaged & unpackaged food, food stored covered(c)”B87December 29, 20255 violations
Inspectors recorded 5 violations, 3 of them critical, involving cleaning & sanitizing, handwashing & hygiene and pest control.
Observed food contact surfaces of knives with encrusted residue stored with clean utensils. Advised PIC all food contact surfaces shall be clean to sight & touch.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.05(7)(b) - food contact surfaces and utensils - cleaning frequency (p, c)”No hot water observed at handsink. PIC turned Hot water off.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.06(2)(o) - using a handwashing sink- operation & maintenance (pf)”Observed multiple roaches in kitchen. Last pest control visit was 11-18-25. Facility shall be free of pest. Advised to contact pest control company to ask for retreatment.
−3 points · Cited as “511-6-1.07(5)(k) - controlling pests (pf, c)”Observed front door open upon arrival. Advised PIC outer openings of the facility shall be protected at all times. COS: Front door was closed.
−3 points · Cited as “511-6-1.07(2)(m) - outer openings protected (c)”Observed wall shelves and tops of standing equipment and deep fryers with build-up on the sides in the main kitchen area. Advised PIC nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be kept free of an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris.
−1 point · Cited as “null”A90March 21, 20253 violations
Inspectors recorded 3 violations, 1 of them critical, involving temperature control, food storage and cleaning & sanitizing.
Observed shrimp cooling in the reach in cooler tightly wrapped. Advised on proper cooling methods. COS: Shrimp was loosely covered.
−3 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(6)(e) - cooling methods (pf, c)”Observed foods uncovered in the reach in cooler in the main kitchen. Advised PIC all food shall be covered at all times to prevent contamination.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(4)(c)1(iv) - packaged & unpackaged food, food stored covered(c)”Observed deep fryers with excessive grease on the sides and underneath in the main kitchen area. Advised PIC nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be kept free of an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris.
−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)”B88September 30, 20244 violations
Inspectors recorded 4 violations, 1 of them critical, involving cleaning & sanitizing, food storage and pest control.
Observed food contact surfaces of bowels, pans, and knives with encrusted residue stored with clean utensils. Also observed the interior of the microwave with buildup on the surfaces. Advised PIC all food contact surfaces shall be clean to sight & touch.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.05(7)(a)1 - equipment, food-contact surfaces,& utensils (pf)”Observed dry foods stored uncovered near wok stations. Advised PIC all food shall be covered at all times to prevent contamination.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(4)(c)1(iv) - packaged & unpackaged food, food stored covered(c)”Observed front door open upon arrival. Advised PIC outer openings of the facility shall be protected at all times. COS: Front door was closed.
−3 points · Cited as “511-6-1.07(2)(m) - outer openings protected (c)”Observed residue build-up on nonfood-contact surfaces of the utensil racks in the prep area. Advised PIC all non food contact surfaces shall be cleaned at a frequency to prevent accumulation.
−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.05(7)(d) - nonfood-contact surfaces (c)”B87March 8, 20246 violations
Inspectors recorded 6 violations involving food storage, pest control and cleaning & sanitizing.
Observed several items (chips, chicken containers) stored uncovered in dry food storage area and in the reach in cooler. Advised PIC all foods items shall be covered to protect from contamination. COS: PIC covered the items.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(4)(c)1(iv) - packaged & unpackaged food, food stored covered(c)”Observed light entry at the back door. Advised PIC outer openings of the facility shall be protected at all times. Advised to place weatherstrip at the back door.
−3 points · Cited as “511-6-1.07(2)(m) - outer openings protected (c)”Observed bowels stacked with water on the inside. Advised PIC all utensils shall be properly airdried before stacking. COS: Items were stored to properly air dry.
−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.05(10)(a) - equipment & utensils, air-drying required (c)”Observed reach in cooler not working properly. (No TCS foods inside) Advised to repair reach in cooler.
−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.05(6)(q)1&3 - good repair & calibration (c)”Observed residue build-up on nonfood-contact surfaces of the utensil racks in the prep area. Advised PIC all non food contact surfaces shall be cleaned at a frequency to prevent accumulation.
−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.05(7)(d) - nonfood-contact surfaces (c)”Observed acoustical ceiling tiles in a portion of the food prep area. Advised PIC all floors, walls, and ceilings, shall be made of smooth and cleanable materials. Advised to replace tiles.
−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.07(2)(a) - floor, walls, & ceilings, cleanability (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-031-000947. Verify this record at ga.healthinspections.us. Georgia’s inspection records are published by county health district, not from a single statewide portal.