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Frank and Linda's Diner
5926 HWY. 21 SOUTH , RINCON, GA 31326 · Health inspection record from Georgia Department of Public Health
Most recent inspection (August 20, 2026): Inspectors recorded 6 violations, 5 of them critical, involving food storage and cleaning & sanitizing.
Inspection history
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B85August 20, 20266 violations
Inspectors recorded 6 violations, 5 of them critical, involving food storage and cleaning & sanitizing.
Observed raw ground hamburger next to raw strip steak. Observed raw fish under the steak and hamburger.
−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 raw ground hamburger patties (155) stored directly next to raw strip steak (145). Both were stored over raw fish (145) with no lid.
−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 mold-like buildup on the baffle of the ice machine.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.05(7)(a)1 - equipment, food-contact surfaces,& utensils (pf)”Observed accumulation of dust on dishes. Employee says dishes are used only for catering or big orders.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.05(7)(a)1 - equipment, food-contact surfaces,& utensils (pf)”Observed dish machine not pulling sanitizer. RCA: PIC will call contractor to inspect machine and only use three-compartment sink until dish washer has been verified to be working adequately.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.05(7)(a)1 - equipment, food-contact surfaces,& utensils (pf)”Observed multiple food items in the facility uncovered including raw fish and cooked chicken in the reach-in cooler and raw chicken under the prep top cooler across from the grill.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(4)(c)1(iv) - packaged & unpackaged food, food stored covered(c)”B89February 19, 20263 violations
Inspectors recorded 3 violations, 1 of them critical, involving menu & labeling, food storage and cleaning & sanitizing.
Observed strawberries stored in a container that is labeled as sour cream. RCA: Ensure all food items are stored their original container, or they are properly labeled with dates and common name of food when outside of original container.
−3 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(7)(c) - food labels (pf, c)”Observed multiple food items within the facility uncovered (raw fish in grill prep cooler, croutons near walk in cooler, coleslaw in prep top cooler, butter in ice bath, and pickles in the ice bath).
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(4)(c)1(iv) - packaged & unpackaged food, food stored covered(c)”Observed sauce stored on floor in the walk-in cooler. Observed cups stored on the floor in the bar and back kitchen area. RCA: All food product and food/nonfood contact surface items shall be stored at least 6" off the floor.
−3 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(4)(q) - food storage (c)”A91August 8, 20254 violations
Inspectors recorded 4 violations, 1 of them critical, involving management & training, food storage and facility upkeep.
Observed no CFSM certification posted in the facility.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.03(3)(a) - food safety manager certification (pf)”Observed cabbage stored on the floor in the Walk In Cooler. Observed a container with sauce stored in it, stored on the floor in the Walk In Cooler.
−3 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(4)(q) - food storage (c)”Observed to-go trays and cups stored on the floor in the storage room as well as the bar.
−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)”Observed employee drinks (with lids and straws) stored atop a prep counter lid.
−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)”A90January 31, 20254 violations
Inspectors recorded 4 violations, 3 of them critical, involving cleaning & sanitizing, handwashing & hygiene and food storage.
Observed dish machine not pulling sanitizer. RCA: PIC will call contractor to inspect machine and only use three-compartment sink until dish washer has been verified to be working adequately.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.05(6)(n) - manual and mechanical warewashing equipment, chemical sanitization-temperature, ph, concentration, hardness (p,pf)”Observed no hot water at hand-sink by server station. RCA: A handwashing sink shall be equipped to provide tempered water at a temperature of at least 100ºF (38ºC) through a mixing valve or combination faucet.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.06(2)(c) - handwashing sinks, installation (pf, c)”Observed buildup of moldlike substance and debris on ice machine.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.05(7)(a)1 - equipment, food-contact surfaces,& utensils (pf)”Observed multiple food items within the facility uncovered (raw chicken under prep top cooler, raw chicken, raw shrimp, broccoli, and pickles in reach in cooler).
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(4)(c)1(iv) - packaged & unpackaged food, food stored covered(c)”B81July 29, 20244 violations
Inspectors recorded 4 violations, 3 of them critical, involving handwashing & hygiene, temperature control and pest control.
Observed no paper towels at the hand sink in the back of the kitchen and no soap at the hand sink at the bar.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.07(3)(b) - hand drying provision (pf)”Observed TCS foods in facility without date labels. RCA: All food being held for longer than 24 hours must be date labeled.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(6)(g) - ready-to-eat time/temperature control for safety food, date marking (pf)”Observed live roaches within the facility. RCA: The PIC shall have a licensed commercial pest control company come and service the facility. 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.
−3 points · Cited as “511-6-1.07(5)(k) - controlling pests (pf, c)”Observed multiple food items within the facility uncovered.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(4)(c)1(iv) - packaged & unpackaged food, food stored covered(c)”This inspection deducted 19 points, but only 15 points are accounted for above — the published record for this visit is incomplete. See the full report at ga.healthinspections.us.
B83December 18, 20234 violations
Inspectors recorded 4 violations, 3 of them critical, involving temperature control, menu & labeling and handwashing & hygiene.
Observed TCS foods in facility without date labels. RCA: All food being held for longer than 24 hours must be date labeled.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(6)(g) - ready-to-eat time/temperature control for safety food, date marking (pf)”Observed food items not labeled with name of food. RCA: Obtain labels on food items (meat, seafood, vegetables, bulk bin containers).
−3 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(7)(c) - food labels (pf, c)”Observed no hot water available at hand sink in waitress station. RCA: Place work order for plumber to fix hot water.
−2 points · Cited as “511-6-1.06(1)(g),(h) - water supply, capacity; pressure (pf)”Observed multiple items in reach in coolers uncovered (shrimp, fish, meat, steak, vegetables). RCA: Obtain covers on items to prevent contamination.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(4)(c)1(iv) - packaged & unpackaged food, food stored covered(c)”This inspection deducted 17 points, but only 13 points are accounted for above — the published record for this visit is incomplete. See the full report at ga.healthinspections.us.
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-051-000109. Verify this record at ga.healthinspections.us. Georgia’s inspection records are published by county health district, not from a single statewide portal.