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LOG CABIN SMOKEHOUSE
2184 KINGSTON RD , ROME, GA 30161 · Health inspection record from Georgia Department of Public Health
Most recent inspection (June 29, 2026): Inspectors recorded 5 violations, 4 of them critical, involving temperature control, cleaning & sanitizing and handwashing & hygiene.
Inspection history
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B80June 29, 20265 violations
Inspectors recorded 5 violations, 4 of them critical, involving temperature control, cleaning & sanitizing and handwashing & hygiene.
Observed TCS food (stew 117 degrees Fahrenheit) hot holding at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit on steam table in main kitchen area.
−9 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(6)(f) - time/temperature control for safety; hot holding (p)”Observed residue accumulation on the cutting surface of metal can opener.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.05(7)(b) - food contact surfaces and utensils - cleaning frequency (p, c)”Observed house made slaw (65 degrees Fahrenheit) stored in sealed plastic container in prep top cooler.
−3 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(6)(e) - cooling methods (pf, c)”Observed covered metal container of gravy (110 degrees Fahrenheit) cooling on the counter in main kitchen area.
−3 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(6)(e) - cooling methods (pf, c)”Observed personal drink stored above prep table in a metal Stanley cup.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.03(5)(k)1&2 - eating, drinking, or using tobacco (c)”B80December 10, 20256 violations
Inspectors recorded 6 violations, 5 of them critical, involving temperature control, cleaning & sanitizing and handwashing & hygiene.
Observed food hot holding on steam table and in warmer unit held below 135 degrees F.
−9 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(6)(f) - time/temperature control for safety; hot holding (p)”Observed bleach sanitizer above maximum ppm allowed.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.07(6)(g) - chemical sanitizers, criteria (p)”Observed sanitizer spray bottle with no label.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.07(6)(b) - working containers, common name (pf)”Observed diced tomatoes in sealed plastic container in prep cooler at 61 degrees F.
−3 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(6)(e) - cooling methods (pf, c)”Observed several coolers with no thermometers and broken thermometers.
−3 points · Cited as “511-6-1.05(2)(x) - tmd, located in refrigerators/ hot holding (pf, c)”Observed personal drinks not in single use cups with lid and straw and stored above prep table. (opened can and cup not single use).
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.03(5)(k)1&2 - eating, drinking, or using tobacco (c)”B81April 21, 20256 violations
Inspectors recorded 6 violations, 4 of them critical, involving temperature control, cleaning & sanitizing and handwashing & hygiene.
Observed improper cold holding of potentially hazardous, TCS foods above 41 degrees during inspection. Several containers of sauces, including made in house sauces stored in ice bath above 41 degrees. Made-in-house Thousand Island- 51, Ranch- 50, Tartar Sauce- 50, and Blue Cheese- 49. Corrective Action: PIC was notified. All out of temperature sauces were found to be over 4 hours old and were discarded. Employees were educated on proper cold holding of all sauces at 41 degrees or below. Recommended ensuring adequate ice at this storage location and checking temperatures regularly.
−9 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(6)(f) - time/temperature control for safety; cold holding (p)”Observed evidence of leaking drain pipes beneath 3 compartment sink in corner. Observed wall panel removed where plumbing exits the building. Corrective Action: Discussed with PIC and owner will be notified. Licensed professional will be contacted to repair all leaky plumbing issues. Hole in wall will be properly repaired. This will be rechecked by Health Dept.
−2 points · Cited as “511-6-1.06(2)(r) - system maintained in good repair (p, c)”Observed hand washing sink inaccessible due to mayonnaise containers and other items stored inside. Corrective Action: PIC was notified. All items were removed to make the hand sink accessible. Employees were reminded that hand sinks should remain open and accessible for employee use at all times.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.06(2)(o) - using a handwashing sink- operation & maintenance (pf)”Observed fruit and vegetable sink being used for purposes other than washing fruits and vegetables. Dishes and other items were observed in this sink. Corrective Action: PIC was notified. Dishes and other items were removed and sink was sanitized. Discussed produce sink is to be used for produce only.
−3 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(4)(g) - washing fruits & vegetables (pf)”Observed kitchen worker preparing food with no hair restraint during inspection. Corrective Action: PIC was notified. Employee was stopped and instructed to put on hair restraint prior to continuing food prep.
−3 points · Cited as “511-6-1.03(5)(j) - hair restraints (c)”Observed heavy grease buildup on hood and filters above cookline area. Observed hood cleaning and servicing tag with last service date of April 2024. Corrective Action: Discussed with PIC. Owner will be notified and licensed professional will be contacted for immediate service/cleaning of hood to prevent grease buildup and condensation over cookline area. This will be recheck by Health Dept.
−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.05(2)(n) - exhaust ventilation hood systems, designed to prevent grease or condensation from dripping on food/equipment (c)”B84August 28, 20245 violations
Inspectors recorded 5 violations, 3 of them critical, involving temperature control, pest control and cleaning & sanitizing.
Observed multiple large containers of stew hot holding in warmer below 135 degrees F.
−9 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(6)(f) - time/temperature control for safety; hot holding (p)”Observed ribs cooled from night before not reaching 41 degrees F. (56 degrees).
−9 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(6)(d) - cooling (p)”Observed food placed on prep top cooler make table and hot food made earlier (gravy) not actively cooling with approved methods.
−3 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(6)(e) - cooling methods (pf, c)”Observed bug activity in kitchen and numerous flies outside back area and daylight at back door.
−3 points · Cited as “511-6-1.07(2)(m) - outer openings protected (c)”Observed torn gasket on cooler and 3 compartment sink leaking onto floor.
−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.05(6)(q)1&3 - good repair & calibration (c)”B81December 14, 20234 violations
Inspectors recorded 4 violations, 4 of them critical, involving temperature control, plumbing & water and handwashing & hygiene.
Observed TCS foods held above 41 degrees F in cooler-thermometer reading 46-50.
−9 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(6)(f) - time/temperature control for safety; cold holding (p)”Observed leaking pipe under 3 comp. sink in corner.
−2 points · Cited as “511-6-1.06(2)(r) - system maintained in good repair (p, c)”Observed hand washing sink with water turned off under sink due to a leak.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.06(2)(o) - using a handwashing sink- operation & maintenance (pf)”Observed no thermometer in several coolers in back building.
−3 points · Cited as “511-6-1.05(2)(x) - tmd, located in refrigerators/ hot holding (pf, 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 0034. Verify this record at ga.healthinspections.us. Georgia’s inspection records are published by county health district, not from a single statewide portal.