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CHEROKEE ROSE
975 MAIN ST , STONE MOUNTAIN, GA 30083 · Health inspection record from Georgia Department of Public Health
Most recent inspection (April 1, 2026): Inspectors recorded 4 violations, 3 of them critical, involving temperature control, pest control and handwashing & hygiene.
Inspection history
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B80April 1, 20264 violations
Inspectors recorded 4 violations, 3 of them critical, involving temperature control, pest control and handwashing & hygiene.
Observed multiple TCS foods above 41F (calamari 44F, raw chicken 44F, cooked chicken 44F) in the main kitchen.
−9 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(6)(f) - time/temperature control for safety; cold holding (p)”Observed a used bottle of insect killer stored at the bar during time of inspection. CA:(l) Restricted Use Pesticides, Criteria. Restricted use pesticides specified under subsection (6)(e)3 of this Rule shall meet the requirements specified in 40 CFR 152 Subpart I. - COS:PIC discarded the insecticide.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.07(6)(l) - restricted use pesticide (p)”Observed one live roach and multiple live gnats in the main kitchen.
−3 points · Cited as “511-6-1.07(5)(k) - controlling pests (pf, c)”Observed employee preparing food without a proper hair restraint.
−3 points · Cited as “511-6-1.03(5)(j) - hair restraints (c)”A92January 30, 20256 violations
Inspectors recorded 6 violations involving handwashing & hygiene, cleaning & sanitizing and facility upkeep.
Observed employees with watch on and jewelries on while prepping.
−3 points · Cited as “511-6-1.03(5)(g) - jewelry (c)”Observed food inspection report not displayed for public viewing.
−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.02(1)(d) - displaying of the inspection report (c)”Observed white plastic small cup/container without handles observed in large container of sugar and flour.
−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.04(4)(k) - in-use utensils, between-use storage (c)”Observed leaks under the ice machine at the bar, Observed large plastic containers underneath sink to hold dripping water.
−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.05(6)(a) - good repair & proper adjustment (c)”Observed the cover of flour cover to be unclean with food accumulation /build up.
−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.05(7)(d) - nonfood-contact surfaces (c)”Observed employee's personal phone stored next to the bread area, next to bread.
−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)”A96July 3, 20244 violations
Inspectors recorded 4 violations involving handwashing & hygiene and cleaning & sanitizing.
Observed expired food service permit posed/displayed.
−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.02(1)(f)(1) - permit, displayed (c)”Observed the current inspection report not posted.
−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.02(1)(d) - displaying of the inspection report (c)”Observed food containers/equipment stacked while still wet.
−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.05(10)(a) - equipment & utensils, air-drying required (c)”Observed leaks under the ice machine and under the three compartment sink. Observed large plastic containers underneath sink to hold dripping water.
−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.05(6)(a) - good repair & proper adjustment (c)”C75May 31, 20246 violations
Inspectors recorded 6 violations, 2 of them critical, involving temperature control, pest control and handwashing & hygiene.
Observed All TCS foods stored in the walk in cooler holding above 41F. See temperature log* for some TCS food temperature.
−9 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(6)(f) - time/temperature control for safety; cold holding (p)”Observed smoked burger and pork tightly wrapped at room temperature and placed in the 4 door drawer cooler.
−3 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(6)(e) - cooling methods (pf, c)”Observed cooked food not actively in use in the walk in cooler to be uncovered. Observed dry food not actively in used in the kitchen area uncovered.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(4)(c)1(iv) - packaged & unpackaged food, food stored covered(c)”Observed employees with watch on and jewelries on while prepping.
−3 points · Cited as “511-6-1.03(5)(g) - jewelry (c)”Observed dead roaches in the facility. Advised PIC to clean out any dead roaches in the facility and seal out all open areas to prevent the entrance of insect. COS: Dead roach was removed.
−3 points · Cited as “511-6-1.07(5)(l) - removing dead or trapped birds, insects, rodents, and other pest (c)”Observed expired food service permit posed/displayed.
−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.02(1)(f)(1) - permit, displayed (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-044-000212. Verify this record at ga.healthinspections.us. Georgia’s inspection records are published by county health district, not from a single statewide portal.