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PEI WEI EXPRESS
4400 ASHFORD DUNWOODY RD STE 1370 , ATLANTA, GA 30346 · Health inspection record from Georgia Department of Public Health
This restaurant failed a health inspection on August 6, 2025, scoring 56/100 (grade U — Unsatisfactory). It has since been re-inspected and currently scores 87. Georgia re-inspects after a failing score, so the most recent number can be only days or weeks old.
Most recent inspection (February 10, 2026): Inspectors recorded 2 violations, 2 of them critical, involving cleaning & sanitizing.
Inspection history
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B87February 10, 20262 violations
Inspectors recorded 2 violations, 2 of them critical, involving cleaning & sanitizing.
Observed cracked raw eggs stored next to ready-to-eat food and raw beef stored above shelled eggs in the walk-in cooler.
−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 incorrect disinfectant stored for a vomit/fecal event cleanup. CA:511-6-1.03(6) - Clean-up of Vomiting and Diarrheal Events(Pf) (6) Responding To Contamination Events. A food establishment shall have procedures for employees to follow when responding to vomiting or diarrheal events that involve the discharge of vomitus or fecal matter onto surfaces in the food service establishment. The procedures shall address the specific actions employees must take to minimize the spread of contamination and the exposure of employees, consumers, food, and surfaces to vomitus or fecal matter. Pf Advised to use an EPA-registered disinfectant and provided educational documentation on proper cleanup and disinfection for norovirus, along with a response procedure for vomit/fecal events. This must be completed and documented within 10 calendar days.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.03(6) - clean-up of vomiting and diarrheal events(pf)”A96August 13, 20253 violations
Inspectors recorded 3 violations involving handwashing & hygiene.
Observed employee serving food with watch on. CA:(g) Jewelry. Except for a plain ring such as a wedding band food employees may not wear jewelry including medical information jewelry on their arms and hands while preparing food. COS: PIC removed jewelry and washed their hands before return to serving food.
−3 points · Cited as “511-6-1.03(5)(g) - jewelry (c)”Observed previous inspection report posted during time of inspection. CA:1. The most current inspection report shall be prominently displayed in public view at all times, within fifteen feet of the front or primary public door and between five feet and seven feet from the floor and in an area where it can be read at a distance of one foot away. A food service establishment inspection report addendum need not be displayed, but shall be made available by the food service establishment to the public upon request. COS: PIC displayed current inspection report.
−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.02(1)(d) - displaying of the inspection report (c)”Observed 2023 food permit posted during time of inspection. CA:1. Post the permit in a location in the food service establishment that is conspicuous to consumers COS: PIC displayed current food permit.
−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.02(1)(f)(1) - permit, displayed (c)”U56August 6, 202510 violations
Inspectors recorded 10 violations, 9 of them critical, involving handwashing & hygiene, cleaning & sanitizing and temperature control.
Employee was observed using a mobile phone while working and did not wash their hands afterward before resuming food handling tasks.
−9 points · Cited as “511-6-1.03(5)(c) - when to wash (p)”In the prep top cooler, cooked lo mein noodles were observed stored adjacent to raw chicken, and liquid eggs were stored next to ready-to-eat green beans. Additionally, raw chicken was stored above raw beef and cabbage in the walk in cooler. CA:c) Packaged and Unpackaged Food - Separation, Packaging, and Segregation. 1. Food shall be protected from cross contamination by: (i) Except as specified in paragraph (i)(IV) of this subsection, separating raw animal foods during storage, preparation, holding, and display from: (I) Raw ready-to-eat food including other raw animal food such as fish for sushi or molluscan shellfish, or other raw ready-to-eat food such as fruits and vegetables, P and (II) Cooked ready-to-eat food; and P (III) Fruits and vegetables before they are washed; P (IV) Frozen, commercially processed and packaged raw animal food may be stored or displayed with or above frozen, commercially processed and packaged, ready-to-eat food. (ii) Except when combined as ingredients, separating types of raw animal foods from each other such as beef, fish, lamb, pork, and poultry during storage, preparation, holding, and display by: (I) Using separate equipment for each type, P or (II) Arranging each type of food in equipment so that cross contamination of one type with another is prevented, P and (III) Preparing each type of food at different times or in separate areas; P (iii) Cleaning and sanitizing equipment and utensils; (v) Cleaning hermetically sealed containers of foo.
−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)”Fried rice was observed in the rice cooker hot holding at 117F, and egg rolls on the steam table were holding at 128F CA:(f) Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food, Hot and Cold Holding. Except during preparation, cooking, or cooling, or when time is used as the public health control, time/temperature control for safety food shall be maintained at 41°F (5°C) or below or 135°F (57°C) or above, except that roasts cooked to a temperature and for a time specified in subsection (5)(a)2 of this Rule and reheated using the same temperature and time conditions as cooking may be held at a temperature of 130°F (54°C) or above. P Advised that all hot foods must be maintained at 135F or above to prevent the growth of harmful bacteria.
−9 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(6)(f) - time/temperature control for safety; hot holding (p)”PIC was not present during time of inspection. CA:There must be a person in charge on the premises of the food service establishment at all times. The person in charge shall ensure compliance with the following: Advised that a designated Person in Charge must be present during all hours of operation.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.03(2) - pic present (pf)”Observed no employee health policy on-site during the inspection. CA:511-6-1.03(2)(m) - Person-in-Charge Duties (Pf) Food employees and conditional employees are informed in a verifiable manner of their responsibility to report in accordance with the Chapter, to the person in charge, information about their health and activities as they relate to diseases that are transmissible through food; Pf Provided copies of the employee health reporting agreement in multiple languages (English, Spanish, Mandarin). Advised PIC to make copies and ensure every employee reads and signs the document. This must be completed and documented within 10 calendar days.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.03(2)(o) - person-in-charge duties (pf)”Ice was observed dumped in both designated handwashing sinks.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.06(2)(o) - using a handwashing sink- operation & maintenance (pf)”Observed incorrect disinfectant stored for a vomit/fecal event cleanup. CA:511-6-1.03(6) - Clean-up of Vomiting and Diarrheal Events(Pf) (6) Responding To Contamination Events. A food establishment shall have procedures for employees to follow when responding to vomiting or diarrheal events that involve the discharge of vomitus or fecal matter onto surfaces in the food service establishment. The procedures shall address the specific actions employees must take to minimize the spread of contamination and the exposure of employees, consumers, food, and surfaces to vomitus or fecal matter. Pf Advised to use an EPA-registered disinfectant and provided educational documentation on proper cleanup and disinfection for norovirus, along with a response procedure for vomit/fecal events. This must be completed and documented within 10 calendar days.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.03(6) - clean-up of vomiting and diarrheal events(pf)”Organic growth was observed inside the ice machine during the time of inspection. CA:7) Cleaning of Equipment and Utensils. (a) Equipment, Food-Contact Surfaces, and Utensils. 1. Equipment food-contact surfaces and utensils shall be clean to sight and touch. Pf. Advised that the ice machine must be cleaned and sanitized regularly.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.05(7)(a)1 - equipment, food-contact surfaces,& utensils (pf)”A cutting board was observed being washed in the vegetable prep sink and was not sanitized after cleaning.
−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.05(2)(cc) - warewashing, automatic dispensing of detergents and sanitizers (pf)”Observed multiple food items uncovered that were not actively cooling, including pre-cooked shrimp in the prep top cooler and cheese wontons in the walk-in freezer. CA:511-6-1.04(4)(c)1(iv) - Packaged & Unpackaged Food, food stored covered(C) (iv) Except as specified under paragraph 2. of this subsection and when cooling as specified in DPH Rule 511-6-1-.04(6)(e)2.(ii), 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; Advised that all food items must be properly covered to prevent contamination.
−4 points · Cited as “null”B82February 3, 20258 violations
Inspectors recorded 8 violations, 4 of them critical, involving plumbing & water, cleaning & sanitizing and employee health.
Observed the three-compartment sink and vegetable sink leaking from the pipes. CA:511-6-1.06(2)(r) - System Maintained in Good Repair (P, C) (r) System Maintained in Good Repair. A plumbing system shall be repaired according to law; P and maintained in good repair. Advised PIC to repair the leaks from the pipes at the three-compartment sink and vegetable sink.
−2 points · Cited as “511-6-1.06(2)(r) - system maintained in good repair (p, c)”Observed cardboard lining multiple shelves CA:11-6-1.05(1)(a) - Materials, General Requirements (P, C) (1) Materials. (a) General Requirements. Utensils and food-contact surfaces of equipment shall be made of materials that do not allow the migration of deleterious substances or impart colors, odors, or tastes to food and under normal use conditions, and shall be: P safe P, durable, corrosion-resistant, and nonabsorbent. In addition, materials shall be sufficient in weight and thickness to withstand repeated warewashing and shall be finished to have a smooth, easily cleanable surface. Materials shall be resistant to pitting, chipping, crazing, scratching, scoring, distortion and decomposition. Advised PIC to remove cardboard from shelves and ensure all surfaces are finished to have a smooth, easily cleanable surface.
−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.05(1)(a) - materials, general requirements (p, c)”Observed no employee health policy on-site during the inspection. CA:511-6-1.03(2)(m) - Person-in-Charge Duties (Pf) Food employees and conditional employees are informed in a verifiable manner of their responsibility to report in accordance with the Chapter, to the person in charge, information about their health and activities as they relate to diseases that are transmissible through food; Pf Provided PIC with copies of the employee health reporting agreement in multiple languages (English, Spanish, Mandarin). Advised PIC to make copies and ensure every employee reads and signs the document. This must be completed and documented within 10 calendar days.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.03(2)(o) - person-in-charge duties (pf)”Observed incorrect disinfectant being used for a vomit/fecal event cleanup. CA:511-6-1.03(6) - Clean-up of Vomiting and Diarrheal Events(Pf) (6) Responding To Contamination Events. A food establishment shall have procedures for employees to follow when responding to vomiting or diarrheal events that involve the discharge of vomitus or fecal matter onto surfaces in the food service establishment. The procedures shall address the specific actions employees must take to minimize the spread of contamination and the exposure of employees, consumers, food, and surfaces to vomitus or fecal matter. Pf Advised PIC to use an EPA-registered disinfectant and provided educational documentation on proper cleanup and disinfection for norovirus, along with a response procedure for vomit/fecal events. This must be completed and documented within 10 calendar days.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.03(6) - clean-up of vomiting and diarrheal events(pf)”Observed multiple food items uncovered that were not actively cooling, including pre-cooked shrimp in the prep top cooler and cheese wontons in the walk-in freezer. CA:511-6-1.04(4)(c)1(iv) - Packaged & Unpackaged Food, food stored covered(C) (iv) Except as specified under paragraph 2. of this subsection and when cooling as specified in DPH Rule 511-6-1-.04(6)(e)2.(ii), 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; Advised PIC that all food items must be properly covered to prevent contamination.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(4)(c)1(iv) - packaged & unpackaged food, food stored covered(c)”Observed several food items in plastic containers without proper identification. CA:511-6-1.04(4)(d) - Food Storage Containers Identified with Common Name of Food (C) (d) Food Storage Containers, Identified with Common Name of Food. Except for containers holding food that can be readily and unmistakably recognized, such as dry pasta, working containers holding food or 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. Advised PIC to properly label all items removed from their original containers.
−3 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(4)(d) - food storage containers identified with common name of food (c)”Observed a bucket of soy sauce and empty used food containers on the floor. CA:1. Except as specified in paragraphs 2 and 3 of this subsection, food shall be protected from contamination by storing the food: (i) In a clean, dry location; (ii) Where it is not exposed to splash, dust, or other contamination; and (iii) At least 6 inches (15 cm) above the floor. 2. Food in packages and working containers may be stored less than 6 inches (15 cm) above the floor on case lot handling equipment if the equipment can be moved by hand or by conveniently available apparatuses such as hand trucks and forklifts. PIC removed the items from the floor and placed them in the three-compartment sink to be washed.
−3 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(4)(q) - food storage (c)”Observed multiple wet cloths on food contact surfaces. CA:511-6-1.05(10)(b) - Wiping Cloths, Air Drying Location (C) (b) Wiping Cloths, Air-Drying Locations. Wiping cloths laundered in a food service establishment that does not have a mechanical clothes dryer shall be air-dried in a location and in a manner that prevents contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens, and single-service and single-use articles and the wiping cloths. This subsection does not apply if wiping cloths are stored after laundering in a sanitizing solution. PIC removed all wet cloths from food contact surfaces and placed them in a bucket.
−3 points · Cited as “511-6-1.05(10)(b) - wiping cloths, air drying location (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-044-000739. Verify this record at ga.healthinspections.us. Georgia’s inspection records are published by county health district, not from a single statewide portal.
