KrudAlert™Know the score.

Georgia › Dekalb County › Decatur

CARIBEAN EXPRESS INTL LLC

4086 COVINGTON HWY STE 100 , DECATUR, GA 30032 · Health inspection record from Georgia Department of Public Health

C
76 / 100 · Needs improvement
Last inspected March 4, 2026
4 inspections on record · average score 80

Most recent inspection (March 4, 2026): Inspectors recorded 9 violations, 6 of them critical, involving food storage, handwashing & hygiene and cleaning & sanitizing.

Inspection history

Every recorded inspection, newest first. Open one to see what the inspector found that day — a past failure matters even when the current score looks fine.

C76March 4, 20269 violations

Inspectors recorded 9 violations, 6 of them critical, involving food storage, handwashing & hygiene and cleaning & sanitizing.

CriticalCorrected on siteRepeatFood separated and protected.

OBSERVED in the Saba 2 dr cooler raw chicken above raw pork and raw pork and chicken above the spicy slaw. COS: Chicken removed from the cooler, seasoned pork relocated to the bottom shelf and raw pork in sealed bag relocated to the freezer. Discussed in detail the storage procedures and used the posted storage sign provided to show how to properly store.

−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)”
Critical (supporting)Corrected on siteRepeatAdequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible.

OBSERVATION: Rear handsink in the kitchen observed with cloth aprons, plastic bags in the basin. COS: items removed from the handsinks. Discussed with staff that the handsink shall be free and clear at all times.

−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.06(2)(o) - using a handwashing sink- operation & maintenance (pf)”
Critical (supporting)Corrected on siteRepeatAdequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible.

OBSERVATION: Men's restroom has no paper towels to dry hands.

−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.07(3)(b) - hand drying provision (pf)”
Critical (supporting)Corrected on siteRepeatAdequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible.

OBSERVATION: In women's restroom there was an inadequate amount of soap in the pump.

−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.07(3)(a) - handwashing cleanser, availability (pf)”
Critical (supporting)Corrected on siteAdequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible.

OBSERVATION: Food handler washing hands at the dishsink.

−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1-.03(5)(d) - where to wash (pf)”
Critical (supporting)Corrected on siteWashing fruits and vegetables.

OBSERVATION: cilantro being rinsed at the dish wash sink.

−3 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(4)(g) - washing fruits & vegetables (pf)”
RoutineCorrected on siteProper eating, tasting, drinking, or tobacco use.

OBSERVATION: Cup without a lid sitting on the prep table.

−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.03(5)(k)1&2 - eating, drinking, or using tobacco (c)”
RoutineRepeatNonfood-contact surfaces clean.

OBSERVATION: Exterior of coolers and freezers unclean on the exterior and interior with noticable food particles, various shelves in the kitchen. DISCUSSED with staff that thorough cleaning is needed.

−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)”
RoutineRepeatPhysical facilities installed, maintained, and clean.

OBSERVATION: floor underneath shelves/coolers unclean with debris.

−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)”
C70February 4, 202610 violations

Inspectors recorded 10 violations, 6 of them critical, involving food storage, handwashing & hygiene and cleaning & sanitizing.

CriticalCorrected on siteFood separated and protected.

OBSERVED in the MaxxCold cooler raw shell eggs stored next to and above produce and condiments. COS: eggs relocated in the cooler to the bottom shelf with space between it and other items. Storage sign provided.

−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)”
Critical (supporting)Corrected on siteAdequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible.

OBSERVATION: Front and rear handsinks in the kitchen observed with cloth aprons, backpack, pan and other items in the basin. COS: items removed from the handsinks. Discussed with staff that the handsink shall be free and clear at all times.

−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.06(2)(o) - using a handwashing sink- operation & maintenance (pf)”
Critical (supporting)Corrected on siteAdequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible.

OBSERVATION: Front and rear kitchen handsinks not supplied with soap. COS: handsoap purchased from nearby store and places at the handsinks.

−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.07(3)(a) - handwashing cleanser, availability (pf)”
Critical (supporting)Corrected on siteAdequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible.

OBSERVATION: Front handsink observed without paper towels. COS: paper towels placed at the handsink during the inspection. Discussed with staff that the handsink shall be supplied properly at all times.

−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.07(3)(b) - hand drying provision (pf)”
Critical (supporting)Corrected on siteFood-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized.

OBSERVATION: Raw turkey observed on the drainboard and thawing in the produce sink. COS: raw turkey relocated to the dish sink. Vegetable sink cleaned and sanitized.

−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.05(7)(a)1 - equipment, food-contact surfaces,& utensils (pf)”
Critical (supporting)Corrected on siteRepeatToxic substances properly identified, stored, used.

OBSERVED: 2 spray bottles stored outside of the original container without a label.

−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.07(6)(b) - working containers, common name (pf)”
RoutineCorrected on siteApproved thawing methods used.

Raw turkey thawing in stagnant water. Discussed with staff that when thawing in the sink, cool water must continuously run over meat while thawing in the sink. COS- water turned on to flow over the chicken.

−3 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(6)(c) - thawing (c)”
RoutineUtensils, equipment and linens: properly stored, dried, handled.

OBSERVATION: clean pots observed stored on the floor in the kitchen. Discussed with staff to keep cooking equipment and all other items 6 inches above the floor.

−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.05(10)(e)1,2,4 - equipment, utensil, linens, stored 6" off floor in clean, dry location (c)”
RoutineRepeatNonfood-contact surfaces clean.

OBSERVATION: Exterior of coolers and freezers unclean on the exterior and interior with noticable food particles, standing water in the Maxxcooler, exterior of the metal food container near the stove, shelves near the 3 compartment sink, various other shelves. DISCUSSED with staff that thorough cleaning is needed.

−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)”
RoutinePhysical facilities installed, maintained, and clean.

OBSERVATION: floor underneath shelves unclean with debris.

−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)”
B89September 18, 20248 violations

Inspectors recorded 8 violations, 4 of them critical, involving cleaning & sanitizing, pest control and temperature control.

CriticalFood and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, and used.

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 safeP, 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. OBSERVED: Food stored in direct contact with food in the cooler. Discussed with PIC to use food storage/freezer type bags.

−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.05(1)(a) - materials, general requirements (p, c)”
Critical (supporting)Corrected on siteToxic substances properly identified, stored, used.

Working containers used for storing poisonous or toxic materials such as cleaners and sanitizers taken from bulk supplies shall be clearly and individually identified with the common name of the material. OBSERVED: 2 spray bottles stored outside of the original container without a label. COS-labels written for bottles and will be taped by the close of business.

−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.07(6)(b) - working containers, common name (pf)”
Critical (supporting)Insects, rodents, and animals not present.

Controlling Pests. The presence of insects, rodents, and other pests shall be controlled to minimize their presence on the premises by: 1. Routinely inspecting incoming shipments of food and supplies; 2. Routinely inspecting the premises for evidence of pests; 3. Using methods, if pests are found, such as trapping devices or other means of pest control as specified under subsections (6)(e), (6)(m), and (6)(n) of this Rule;Pf and 4. Eliminating harborage conditions. OBSERVED: live roaches observed in the kitchen, sink, un-used steam well. Pest control & documentation needed by 9-25-24.

−3 points · Cited as “511-6-1.07(5)(k) - controlling pests (pf, c)”
Critical (supporting)RepeatWarewashing facilities: installed, maintained, used; test strips.

A test kit or other device that accurately measures the concentration in mg/L of sanitizing solutions shall be provided. OBSERVATION: chlorine test strips not provided for sanitizer. Discussed with PIC to purchase/obtain by 9-25-24.

−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.05(3)(h),(i),(j) - temperature measuring device, manual warewashing; sanitizing solutions, testing device (pf)”
RoutineInsects, rodents, and animals not present.

Dead or trapped birds, insects, rodents, and other pests shall be removed from control devices and the premises at a frequency that prevents their accumulation, decomposition, or the attraction of pests. OBSERVED: dead roaches on the floor, on counter Clean (counters & floors) by the close of business today.

−3 points · Cited as “511-6-1.07(5)(l) - removing dead or trapped birds, insects, rodents, and other pest (c)”
RoutineRepeatPosted: permit/inspection/choking poster/handwashing.

Permit shall be current. OBSERVED: Expired permit posted. PIC advised to contact 404-508-7900 or to visit the EH office regarding the permit renewal. Copy of the invoice provided.

−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.02(1)(f)(1) - permit, displayed (c)”
RoutinePosted: permit/inspection/choking poster/handwashing.

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. OBSERVED: Current inspection report not posted for public view. Report from 2 inspections ago posted.

−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.02(1)(d) - displaying of the inspection report (c)”
RoutineNonfood-contact surfaces clean.

Food and non food contact surfaces shall be clean and free of debris. OBSERVED: Interior of the Sir Lawrence freezer unclean with food 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)”
B86January 18, 20247 violations

Inspectors recorded 7 violations, 4 of them critical, involving cleaning & sanitizing, menu & labeling and temperature control.

CriticalCompliance with variance, specialized process and haccp plan.

Fresh bottled juices that are not pasteurized do not bear the following label “WARNING: This product has not been pasteurized and, therefore, may contain harmful bacteria that can cause serious illness in children, the elderly, and persons with weakened immune systems.” PIC advised to discontinue the sale of the juices until the labels have been adjusted.

−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(5)(j) - treating juice (p, pf)”
CriticalFood and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, and used.

Broken plastic bin lid holding the rice. PIC advised to replace the lid.

−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.05(1)(a) - materials, general requirements (p, c)”
Critical (supporting)Food properly labeled; original container.

Unlabeled food outside of its original container (tumeric, curry, salt, flour etc..).

−3 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(7)(c) - food labels (pf, c)”
Critical (supporting)RepeatWarewashing facilities: installed, maintained, used; test strips.

Chlorine test strips are not provided to check the sanitizer levels. PIC advised to purchase or get a supply by the close of business.

−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.05(3)(h),(i),(j) - temperature measuring device, manual warewashing; sanitizing solutions, testing device (pf)”
RoutineCorrected on siteApproved thawing methods used.

Raw chicken thawing in stagnant water. Cool water must continuously run over meat while thawing in the sink. COS- water turned on to flow over the chicken.

−3 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(6)(c) - thawing (c)”
RoutinePosted: permit/inspection/choking poster/handwashing.

Permit is expired. PIC advised to contact 404-508-7900 or to visit the EH office regarding the permit renewal.

−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.02(1)(f)(1) - permit, displayed (c)”
RoutineCorrected on siteAdequate ventilation and lighting; designated areas used.

Personal beverages stored above restaurant items in the Maxx Cold cooler. COS-placed in the personal domestic unit.

−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)”

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-044-000747. Verify this record at ga.healthinspections.us. Georgia’s inspection records are published by county health district, not from a single statewide portal.

A-graded restaurants nearby in Decatur

BUENA GENTE CUBAN BAKERYScore 100 · inspected April 2, 2026VIEW POINT HEALTH CHILD & ADOLESCENT CSUScore 100 · inspected May 7, 2026DEEP WATERS SEAFOOD AND CHICKEN (BASE)Score 100 · inspected May 7, 2026DEEP WATERS SEAFOOD AND CHICKEN (MOBILE)Score 100 · inspected May 7, 2026RREAL TACOS DECATURScore 100 · inspected May 12, 2026CHE BUTTER JONEZScore 100 · inspected June 1, 2026