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468 S COLUMBIA AVE , RINCON, GA 31326 · Health inspection record from Georgia Department of Public Health
Most recent inspection (July 28, 2026): Inspectors recorded 9 violations, 1 of them critical, involving temperature control, food storage and cleaning & sanitizing.
Inspection history
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B82July 28, 20269 violations
Inspectors recorded 9 violations, 1 of them critical, involving temperature control, food storage and cleaning & sanitizing.
Observed multiple cold holding coolers missing internal hanging thermometers (some were present but broken). RCA: Ensure all coolers have working and accessible thermometers for temperature accuracy.
−3 points · Cited as “511-6-1.05(2)(x) - tmd, located in refrigerators/ hot holding (pf, c)”Observed a metal container with raw bacon in the stand-up reach in cooler stored without a lid.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(4)(c)1(iv) - packaged & unpackaged food, food stored covered(c)”Observed plastic bottles in reach in cooler and prep-top not labeled with sauce name or common name of food.
−3 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(4)(d) - food storage containers identified with common name of food (c)”Observed soda hoses touching the ground during inspection. Observed fry shortening on floor not 6" off the ground. RCA: Keep all food and non-food contact surfaces (including food product) at least 6" off the ground.
−3 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(4)(q) - food storage (c)”Observed utensil in dried onions to have the scoop facing into the product. RCA: Ensure all scoop handles are facing up out of the product to ensure no contamination occurs.
−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.04(4)(k) - in-use utensils, between-use storage (c)”Observed accumulation and buildup of food debris near oven and on floor around equipment. Observed build up of rust on the sides of all shelving equipment.
−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)”Observed a mop not actively in use to be sitting in water, not hung up and drying.
−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.07(5)(f) - drying mops (c)”No lighting available in the men's restroom. RCA: Replace light bulbs and ensure adequate lighting is available to the customer.
−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.07(3)(f) - lighting intensity, adequate in food prep, storage & service areas (c)”Observed two drink cups with no lid or straw stored above food items on a storage shelf.
−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)”B85January 15, 20268 violations
Inspectors recorded 8 violations, 1 of them critical, involving temperature control, food storage and cleaning & sanitizing.
Observed multiple cold holding coolers missing internal hanging thermometers.
−3 points · Cited as “511-6-1.05(2)(x) - tmd, located in refrigerators/ hot holding (pf, c)”Observed cheese in a metal container in the stand-up reach in cooler stored without a lid.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(4)(c)1(iv) - packaged & unpackaged food, food stored covered(c)”Observed plastic bottles in facility not labeled with sauce name. Fourth repeat violation. Due to staff change, PIC was informed that another violation may result in an informal hearing. RCA: PIC is to ensure proper labeling of sauces or follow a color coordinated system if labels fall off from washing bottles.
−3 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(4)(d) - food storage containers identified with common name of food (c)”Observed food containers used in cabinet warmers stored right side up and not inverted. RCA: Ensure all equipment used to serve or prepare food is inverted after being clean and sanitized to prevent accumulation of dust, debris, or other contamination sources.
−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)”Observed cups stored in ceiling where ceiling tile is missing in main kitchen. RCA: PIC will throw cups away and repair ceiling tile.
−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 accumulation and buildup of food debris and grease on freezer near the fryer, the walls, and the underside of the oven. Observed splattering on wall near coke machine in main dining area. RCA: Commit to a thorough cleaning schedule every day and after each rush to ensure the cleanliness of equipment and non-food contact surfaces. Rule: 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) 2. The food-contact surfaces of cooking equipment and pans shall be kept free of encrusted grease deposits and other soil accumulations. 3. Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be kept free of an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other 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)”Observed floors, walls, and behind equipment holding debris and food splatter. The vents in the main dining area have dust and rust debris accumulating. RCA: Increase cleaning frequency.
−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 two drink cups with lid and straw stored near food preparation counters.
−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)”A90July 14, 20253 violations
Inspectors recorded 3 violations, 1 of them critical, involving temperature control, food storage and facility upkeep.
Observed various food items still in use in facility past when date mark sticker had expiration date/time. (Cheese in PT x2 had a discard time of 10:100am, Bacon had discard time of 11am, pie had discard time of 11am, cheese on the line had discard time of 10am).
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(6)(g) - ready-to-eat time/temperature control for safety food, date marking (pf)”Observed plastic bottles in facility not labeled with sauce name. Third repeat violation. PIC was told that another violation may result in informal hearing. RCA: PIC is to ensure proper labeling of sauces or follow a color coordinated system if labels fall off from washing bottles.
−3 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(4)(d) - food storage containers identified with common name of food (c)”Observed floors and walls behind equipment holding debris and food splatter, vents in the main dining area have dust accumulating.
−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)”B86January 13, 20255 violations
Inspectors recorded 5 violations, 2 of them critical, involving food storage, menu & labeling and cleaning & sanitizing.
Observed open box of chemical stored on ground next to bread (on a pallet) and to-go cups (on ground).
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.07(6)(c) - storage, separation (p)”Observed plastic bottles in facility not labeled with sauce name. Third repeat violation. RCA: PIC is to ensure proper labeling of sauces or follow a color coordinated system if labels fall off from washing bottles.
−3 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(7)(c) - food labels (pf, c)”Observed food not in use not stored covered (donut holes in reach in cooler, sausage gravy and eggs on prep line, gritts, etc.).
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(4)(c)1(iv) - packaged & unpackaged food, food stored covered(c)”Observed accumulations and buildup of food debris and grease on equipment in facility. Observed splattering on wall near coke machine in main dining area and buildup behind machine. RCA: Commit to a thorough cleaning schedule every day and after each rush to ensure the cleanliness of equipment and non-food contact surfaces. Rule: 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) 2. The food-contact surfaces of cooking equipment and pans shall be kept free of encrusted grease deposits and other soil accumulations. 3. Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be kept free of an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other 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)”Observed floors and walls behind equipment holding debris and food splatter, vents in the main dining area have dust accumulating.
−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)”A96July 15, 20241 violation
Inspectors recorded 1 violation, 1 of them critical, involving menu & labeling.
Observed plastic bottles in facility not labeled with sauce name. RCA: PIC is to ensure proper labeling of sauces or follow a color coordinated system if labels fall off from washing bottles.
−3 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(7)(c) - food labels (pf, c)”A94December 14, 20234 violations
Inspectors recorded 4 violations, 1 of them critical, involving menu & labeling, food storage and cleaning & sanitizing.
Observed several plastic bottles in facility (prep-top cooler, reach-in cooler) not labeled with sauce name. RCA: PIC is to ensure proper labeling of sauces or follow a color coordinated system if labels fall off from washing bottles.
−3 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(7)(c) - food labels (pf, c)”Observed cardboard boxes of single use items stored on the floor near walk-in cooler in dry storage area, and near drive-thru window.
−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 accumulations and buildup of food debris and grease on equipment in facility. RCA: Commit to a thorough cleaning schedule every day and after each rush to ensure the cleanliness of equipment and non-food contact surfaces. Rule: 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) 2. The food-contact surfaces of cooking equipment and pans shall be kept free of encrusted grease deposits and other soil accumulations. 3. Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be kept free of an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other 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)”Observed a missing light under hood system, on the right side. RCA: Obtain light fixture to provide adequate lighting.
−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.07(3)(f) - lighting intensity, adequate in food prep, storage & service areas (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-051-000137. Verify this record at ga.healthinspections.us. Georgia’s inspection records are published by county health district, not from a single statewide portal.