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The Half Shell Oyster Bar & Hotdog Shop, Inc.
1690 HWY 34 E STE C , NEWNAN, GA 30265 · Health inspection record from Georgia Department of Public Health
Most recent inspection (June 4, 2026): Inspectors recorded 5 violations, 3 of them critical, involving temperature control, cleaning & sanitizing and pest control.
Inspection history
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C78June 4, 20265 violations
Inspectors recorded 5 violations, 3 of them critical, involving temperature control, cleaning & sanitizing and pest control.
Observed the following foods in the reach-in-cooler not holding at safe cold holding temperatures of 41F or below. Cooked pork 48F, Coleslaw 46F, Baked potato 45F, Crab dip 43F, Baked beans 43F, Cooked pasta 45F, Potato wedges 48F, Hush puppies 47F. All foods discarded during inspection.
−9 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(6)(f) - time/temperature control for safety; cold holding (p)”Observed heavy brown/black/pink accumulation on ice drop area of ice machine and black spotted accumulation along the walls in the ice machine. Ice machine should be clean frequently to prevent build-up and accumulation.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.05(7)(b) - food contact surfaces and utensils - cleaning frequency (p, c)”Observed chlorine sanitizing solution in three compartment sink testing above 100ppm. Sanitizing solution discarded to be remade during inspection.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.07(6)(g) - chemical sanitizers, criteria (p)”Observed back doors propped open for ventilation. Except as specified in paragraphs 2 and 5 of this subsection, if the windows or doors of a food service establishment, or of a larger structure within which a food service establishment is located, are kept open for ventilation or other purposes or a temporary food service establishment is not provided with windows and doors as specified under paragraph 1 of this subsection, the openings shall be protected against the entry of insects and rodents by: (i) 16 mesh to 1 inch (16 mesh to 25.4 mm) screens; (ii) Properly designed and installed air curtains to control flying insects; or (iii) Other effective means. Door closed during inspection.
−3 points · Cited as “511-6-1.07(2)(m) - outer openings protected (c)”Observed heavy buildup/accumulation of food/debris on equipment, food/nonfood contact surfaces.
−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)”C79November 20, 20256 violations
Inspectors recorded 6 violations, 4 of them critical, involving cleaning & sanitizing, menu & labeling and handwashing & hygiene.
Observed heavy buildup on food contact surfaces/containers. Food containers discarded during inspection.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.05(7)(b) - food contact surfaces and utensils - cleaning frequency (p, c)”Observed tuna dip with (11/16/2025) and a box of oysters (11/18/2026) expired past use by date. Items discarded during inspection.
−3 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(8)(b) - expired foods (p)”Observed handwashing sink used to store a bag of frozen shrimp. A handwashing facility may not be used for purposes other than handwashing. Bag of shrimp removed during inspection.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.06(2)(o) - using a handwashing sink- operation & maintenance (pf)”Observed multiple bulk containers of foods such as chili, gumbo, red beans and rice, cocktail sauce without date labels. Foods discarded during inspection.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(6)(g) - ready-to-eat time/temperature control for safety food, date marking (pf)”Observed frozen hotdogs thawing in hotdog warmer, a bag of shrimp in sink without running water. Hotdogs and shrimp placed in refrigerator during inspection.
−3 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(6)(c) - thawing (c)”Observed heavy buildup/accumulation of food/debris on equipment, food/nonfood contact surfaces.
−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)”B86June 18, 20253 violations
Inspectors recorded 3 violations, 2 of them critical, involving temperature control, handwashing & hygiene and facility upkeep.
Observed all TCS food in reach-in cooler stored above 41F, including but not limited to: shredded cheese 55F, tuns 52F, cut leafy greens 52F, coleslaw 59F, pork brisket 50F, beef 54F, crab dip 57F, and banana pudding 54F. All TCS food discarded during inspection.
−9 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(6)(f) - time/temperature control for safety; cold holding (p)”Observed mop leaning against handwash sink in main kitchen area. Handwash sinks shall remain accessible at all times. Mop relocated during inspection.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.06(2)(o) - using a handwashing sink- operation & maintenance (pf)”Observed employee personal food and items stored on food prep surfaces, in the reach-in cooler in and around consumer foods. All items/foods moved during inspection.
−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.07(5)(j) - using dressing rooms & lockers, used for changing clothes and storing employee belongings (c)”C78March 19, 20254 violations
Inspectors recorded 4 violations, 2 of them critical, involving temperature control, menu & labeling and handwashing & hygiene.
Observed the following foods not holding at or below safe cold holding temperature of 41F. On the counter top: Coleslaw 46F, Diced Tomatoes 52F, Shredded Cheese 49F and Parmesan Cheese 47F. All food items discarded during inspection.
−9 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(6)(f) - time/temperature control for safety; cold holding (p)”Observed multiple boxes of oysters stored beyond Best Used By Date of 3/17/25. Employee discarded oysters during inspection.
−3 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(8)(b) - expired foods (p)”Observed drink without lid stored on food prep area from a to-go cup without lid or straw. Employee discarded to-go cup during inspection.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.03(5)(k)1&2 - eating, drinking, or using tobacco (c)”Observed storage shed with doors open without pest control device in place to prevent pest entrance. Doors closed during inspection.
−3 points · Cited as “511-6-1.07(2)(m) - outer openings protected (c)”This inspection deducted 22 points, but only 19 points are accounted for above — the published record for this visit is incomplete. See the full report at ga.healthinspections.us.
B85October 29, 20244 violations
Inspectors recorded 4 violations, 2 of them critical, involving food storage, handwashing & hygiene and pest control.
Observed a pack of cigarettes, lighter and chemical container stored on top of food prep surface. Items removed during inspection.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.07(6)(c) - storage, separation (p)”Observed handwashing sink blocked by package of raw chicken. Chicken removed during inspection.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.06(2)(o) - using a handwashing sink- operation & maintenance (pf)”Observed drink without lid stored on food prep area from a to-go cup without lid or straw. Employee place lid and straw on to-go cup during inspection.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.03(5)(k)1&2 - eating, drinking, or using tobacco (c)”Observed back door propped open without pest control device in place to prevent pest entrance. Door closed during inspection.
−3 points · Cited as “511-6-1.07(2)(m) - outer openings protected (c)”C70June 28, 202410 violations
Inspectors recorded 10 violations, 5 of them critical, involving food storage, menu & labeling and handwashing & hygiene.
Observed raw hamburger stored behind raw shellfish. Raw hamburger moved during inspection.
−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 employee vape pin on food contact surface. Vape pin moved during inspection.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.07(6)(c) - storage, separation (p)”Observed potato salad past the use by date of 6/25/24. Potato salad discarded during inspection.
−3 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(8)(b) - expired foods (p)”Observed handwashing sink blocked by food container. Food container moved during inspection.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.06(2)(o) - using a handwashing sink- operation & maintenance (pf)”Observed two containers of shell stock without tag. Shell stock discarded during inspection.
−3 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(3)(g) - shucked shellfish, packaging & identification (pf, c)”Observed employee drinking in food prep area from a to-go cup without lid or straw. Employee place lid and straw on to-go cup during inspection.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.03(5)(k)1&2 - eating, drinking, or using tobacco (c)”Observed frozen container of stew not thawed using an approved process. Stew moved to reach-in cooler during inspection.
−3 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(6)(c) - thawing (c)”Observed employee not wearing beard net.
−3 points · Cited as “511-6-1.03(5)(j) - hair restraints (c)”Observed most recent inspection report of a 74 not posted.
−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.02(1)(d) - displaying of the inspection report (c)”Observed employee personal food and items stored on food prep surfaces, in the reach-in cooler in and around consumer foods. All items/foods moved during inspection.
−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.07(5)(j) - using dressing rooms & lockers, used for changing clothes and storing employee belongings (c)”C74November 20, 20235 violations
Inspectors recorded 5 violations, 4 of them critical, involving temperature control, food storage and food source.
Observed the following foods not holding at or below safe cold holding temperature of 41F. In the reach in cooler: Raw chicken 46F, and 47F, On the counter top Coleslaw 52F and Pimento cheese 54F. All food items discarded during inspection.
−9 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(6)(f) - time/temperature control for safety; cold holding (p)”Observed a can of glass cleaner and container of disinfectant wipes on food prep surface. Glass cleaner and disinfectant wipes moved during inspection.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.07(6)(c) - storage, separation (p)”Observed multiple tags without dates recorded. The identity of the source of shellstock that are sold or served shall be maintained by retaining shellstock tags or labels for 90 calendar days from the date that is recorded on the tag.
−9 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(3)(k) - molluscan shellfish, maintaining identity (pf)”Observed no handwashing cleanser available at handwashing sink in kitchen. Hand cleanser made available during inspection.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.07(3)(a) - handwashing cleanser, availability (pf)”Observed employee drink on food prep surface. Drink discarded during inspection.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.03(5)(k)1&2 - eating, drinking, or using tobacco (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 038-08-FSVC-005803. Verify this record at ga.healthinspections.us. Georgia’s inspection records are published by county health district, not from a single statewide portal.