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LINDE MARIES STEAKHOUSE ON THE SQUARE
18 BROAD ST , CAVE SPRING, GA 30124 · Health inspection record from Georgia Department of Public Health
Most recent inspection (September 17, 2026): Inspectors recorded 2 violations, 1 of them critical, involving cleaning & sanitizing.
Inspection history
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A95September 17, 20262 violations
Inspectors recorded 2 violations, 1 of them critical, involving cleaning & sanitizing.
Observed heavy residue accumulation on the interior surface of the ice machine in the main kitchen area.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.05(7)(a)1 - equipment, food-contact surfaces,& utensils (pf)”Observed an accumulation of dust/ debris on multiple fans in the main kitchen and dish machine area.
−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.05(7)(d) - nonfood-contact surfaces (c)”B87January 30, 20262 violations
Inspectors recorded 2 violations, 2 of them critical, involving temperature control and management & training.
Observed improper cold holding of potentially hazardous, TCS foods above 41 degrees during inspection. Alfredo Sauce- 44 degrees, Ham- 44 degrees, and Smoked Sausage- 44 degrees in Reach-in cooler at back kitchen area.
−9 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(6)(f) - time/temperature control for safety; cold holding (p)”Observed expired CFSM certifications for both previously certified food managers in facility.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.03(3)(b) - certification requirements/exemptions (pf)”A96May 7, 20251 violation
Inspectors recorded 1 violation involving cleaning & sanitizing.
Observed sanitizer for all cloth buckets not at proper strength during inspection. Both cloth buckets measured at 0ppm quat ammonia. Corrective Action: CFSM was notified. It was determined that sanitizer dispenser at 3 compartment sink was not functioning properly. It was adjusted and all sanitizer buckets were refilled to 200 ppm quat.
−3 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(4)(m) - wiping cloths, use limitation (c)”B88August 23, 20242 violations
Inspectors recorded 2 violations, 1 of them critical, involving temperature control and cleaning & sanitizing.
Observed improper cold holding of potentially hazardous, TCS foods above 41 degrees during inspection. Reach-in cooler at back kitchen area not functioning properly. Raw Beef- 49 degrees, Raw Beef- 48 degrees, Smoked Sausage- 45 degrees, Alfredo Sauce- 44 degrees, Ham- 44 degrees, and Sliced Cheese- 43 degrees. Corrective Action: CFSM was notified. All out of temperature food items were either discarded or relocated to other coolers for proper cooling to 41 degrees based on times prepared. Employees were instructed not to use this cooler for storage of TCS foods until it has been serviced and repaired by a licensed professional and rechecked by Health Department to ensure operation at 41 degrees or below.
−9 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(6)(f) - time/temperature control for safety; cold holding (p)”Observed sanitizer for all cloth buckets not at proper strength during inspection. Both cloth buckets measured at 0ppm quat ammonia. Corrective Action: CFSM was notified. It was determined that sanitizer dispenser at 3 compartment sink was not functioning properly. It was adjusted and all sanitizer buckets were refilled to 200 ppm quat.
−3 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(4)(m) - wiping cloths, use limitation (c)”B85December 8, 20232 violations
Inspectors recorded 2 violations, 1 of them critical, involving temperature control and menu & labeling.
Cooked potentially hazardous food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. Observed pasta and alfredo in cooler from the day before at 45-47 degrees.
−9 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(6)(d) - cooling (p)”Observed Consumer advisory for raw/undercooked animal products not provided. on current menu.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1-.04(7)(e) - consumer advisory provided for raw/undercooked”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-057-000151. Verify this record at ga.healthinspections.us. Georgia’s inspection records are published by county health district, not from a single statewide portal.