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22 N AVONDALE RD , AVONDALE ESTATES, GA 30002 · Health inspection record from Georgia Department of Public Health
Most recent inspection (May 6, 2026): Inspectors recorded 7 violations, 1 of them critical, involving management & training, handwashing & hygiene and cleaning & sanitizing.
Inspection history
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A91May 6, 20267 violations
Inspectors recorded 7 violations, 1 of them critical, involving management & training, handwashing & hygiene and cleaning & sanitizing.
Observed CFSM certificated expired at time of inspection. A CFSM certificate which has expired, been revoked or suspended shall not be posted in the food service establishment. PIC advised to correct within 30 days.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.03(3)(c) - certification documentation (pf)”Observed inspection report was not the most recent. 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.
−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.02(1)(d) - displaying of the inspection report (c)”Observed hood above cooking equipment with build up of grease and dust. CA. Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be cleaned at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil residues.
−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.05(7)(d) - nonfood-contact surfaces (c)”Floor underneath and behind equipment (fryers) is unclean with debris & black organic build-up. PIC advised to have floor power washed in areas that can be power washed.
−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 missing ceiling tiles in main kitchen. PIC advised to replace missing ceiling tiles.
−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 missing floor drain cover towards back door. PIC advised to replace floor drain cover with perforated covering.
−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 lights with missing light bulb shields in main kitchen. Person in charge (PIC) advised to replace missing and/or broken light shields.
−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.07(2)(i) - light bulbs, protective shielding (c)”B87October 22, 20257 violations
Inspectors recorded 7 violations, 2 of them critical, involving cleaning & sanitizing, temperature control and facility upkeep.
Observed ice in direct contact with unclean beer hoses in both ice storage tubs at bar. Ice said to be dispensed in glasses for customer consumption. PIC advised to dump ice and provide complete separation from hoses before refilling tubs. CA. Food shall only contact surfaces of: 1. Equipment and utensils that are cleaned and sanitized.
−9 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(4)(j) - food contact with equipment & utensils, and linens (p)”Chlorine test strips for dishwashers were not available. CA. A test kit or other device that accurately measures the concentration in mg/L of sanitizing solutions shall be provided.
−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.05(3)(h),(i),(j) - temperature measuring device, manual warewashing; sanitizing solutions, testing device (pf)”Observed heavy ice crystals inside walk in freezer. PIC advised to remove build up of ice.
−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.05(2)(a) - equipment and utensils, constructed of durable materials (c)”Observed hood above cooking equipment with build up of grease and dust. CA. Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be cleaned at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil residues.
−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.05(7)(d) - nonfood-contact surfaces (c)”Floor underneath and behind equipment (fryers) is unclean with debris & black organic build-up. PIC advised to have floor power washed in areas that can be power washed.
−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)”Missing ceiling tile observed in main kitchen. PIC advised to replace ceiling tile.
−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)”Missing floor drain cover by back exit door. PIC advised to replace missing drain cover.
−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)”A92April 4, 20256 violations
Inspectors recorded 6 violations, 1 of them critical, involving menu & labeling, handwashing & hygiene and cleaning & sanitizing.
Observed chemical bottles in bar without labels. CA. Containers of poisonous or toxic materials shall bear a legible manufacturer's label. PIC advised to label all chemical storage containers.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.07(6)(a) - original container-id info (pf)”Observed expired permit posted (2023). COS. PIC was provided printed copy of up-to-date food permit for display.
−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.02(1)(f)(1) - permit, displayed (c)”Observed heavy ice crystals inside walk in freezer. PIC advised to remove build up of ice.
−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.05(2)(a) - equipment and utensils, constructed of durable materials (c)”Floor underneath and behind equipment (fryers) is unclean with debris & black build-up. PIC advised to have floor power washed in areas that can be power washed.
−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 missing ceiling tile in main kitchen area. PIC advised to replace missing tile.
−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)”Missing floor drain cover at drain in front produce sink. PIC advised to replace missing drain cover.
−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)”A96October 2, 20243 violations
Inspectors recorded 3 violations, 1 of them critical, involving handwashing & hygiene and food storage.
Observed leaking pipe by ice machine and handwash sink. PIC advised to repair leaking pipe. Also observed back flow of wastewater onto floor inside bar when dish machine in use. PIC advised to have system checked and maintained in good repair.
−2 points · Cited as “511-6-1.06(2)(r) - system maintained in good repair (p, c)”Observed expired permit posted. Permit fee unpaid for 2024.
−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.02(1)(f)(1) - permit, displayed (c)”Observed single use food trays stored in boxes directly on floor inside storage closet. Reminder single-service and single-use articles shall be stored: (i) In a clean, dry location; (ii) Where they are not exposed to splash, dust, or other contamination; and (iii) At least 6 inches (15 centimeters) above the floor. COS items were moved.
−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.05(10)(e)1&3 - single-service/single-use items stored 6" off floor in clean, dry 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 FS044-887722. Verify this record at ga.healthinspections.us. Georgia’s inspection records are published by county health district, not from a single statewide portal.