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Friends Cumming Grill
506 LAKELAND PLZ , CUMMING, GA 30040 · Health inspection record from Georgia Department of Public Health
This restaurant failed a health inspection on August 4, 2026, scoring 42/100 (grade U — Unsatisfactory). It has since been re-inspected and currently scores 92. Georgia re-inspects after a failing score, so the most recent number can be only days or weeks old.
Most recent inspection (August 17, 2026): Inspectors recorded 3 violations involving handwashing & hygiene and cleaning & sanitizing.
Inspection history
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A92August 17, 20263 violations
Inspectors recorded 3 violations involving handwashing & hygiene and cleaning & sanitizing.
Inspector observed cook on cookline chewing gum. COS PIC retrained employee on when / where to chew gum / eat.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.03(5)(k)1&2 - eating, drinking, or using tobacco (c)”Inspector observed wiping cloths stored in sanitizer buckets (between use) without measurable sanitizer. COS PIC remade sanitizer.
−3 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(4)(m) - wiping cloths, use limitation (c)”Inspector observed facility not displaying most current inspection report.
−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.02(1)(d) - displaying of the inspection report (c)”U42August 4, 202624 violations
Inspectors recorded 24 violations, 15 of them critical, involving food storage, temperature control and cleaning & sanitizing.
Inspector observed raw shell eggs in the walk-in cooler over RTE milk, dressings, & cheeses. COS PIC relocated eggs to a lower shelf.
−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)”Inspector observed cheesecake dipped into tempura batter then fried - Cook temperature below 165 degrees F. (see temp log) (uncovered batter bowl used to bread raw chicken stored on top of open tempura batter - residue covering outside of bowl Location: Reach-in cooler) COS PIC discarded cheesecake.
−9 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(5)(a) - raw animal foods (p, pf)”Inspector observed Cold Held TCS products greater than 41 degrees F in reach-in & prep-top coolers (see temp log). COS PIC discarded product.
−9 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(6)(f) - time/temperature control for safety; cold holding (p)”Inspector observed 4 compartment sink and dish machine with sanitizing solution too low and unmeasurable. (Dish Machine and 4 compartment sink actively in use). COS PIC remade sanitizing solution for the 4-compartment sink and will sanitize ALL utensils to be washed in the 4 compartment sink until dish machine is maintained and verified by the local health authority.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.05(6)(n) - manual and mechanical warewashing equipment, chemical sanitization-temperature, ph, concentration, hardness (p,pf)”Inspector observed bar soda gun nozzle & bar ice scoop with build-up of slimy dark green-black mold-like substance. Inspector observed raw chicken flour sifter (on shelving adjacent to prep sink and ice machine). Inspector observed main kitchen bulk ice scoop with rust. COS PIC pulled items for washing, rinsing, and sanitizing.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.05(7)(b) - food contact surfaces and utensils - cleaning frequency (p, c)”Inspector observed TCS product held greater than 7 day date label (Blue Cheese Dressing (made in-house) 7/23, White American Slices 7/28-8/1, White sliced soft cheese w/o label & date, White crumbled soft cheese w/o label & date, Cajun Cream 7/18-7/30, Pimento Cheese #1 8/1-8/8, Pimento Cheese #2 8/2-8/16) (PIC stated the Pimento Cheese was inappropriately labeled) COS PIC discarded products.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(6)(h) - ready-to-eat time/temperature control for safety food, disposition (p)”Inspector observed opened liquid egg in the walk-in cooler with a use by date "7/23/26". COS PIC discarded.
−3 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(8)(b) - expired foods (p)”Inspector observed managerial control not adequate to keep facility in compliance with code.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.03(2)(a)-(n)(p),(q) - responsibility of pic (pf)”Inspector observed utensils stored clean with partial labels and label reside (Location: Dish Pit). COS PIC pulled utensils for washing, rinsing, and sanitizing.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.05(7)(a)1 - equipment, food-contact surfaces,& utensils (pf)”Inspector observed RTE TCS items, held greater than 24 hours without a date label. COS PIC discarded product of unknown dates.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(6)(g) - ready-to-eat time/temperature control for safety food, date marking (pf)”Inspector observed insecticide stored with chemicals used for food service. COS removed insecticide from facility.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.07(6)(d) - restriction (pf)”Inspector observed cooked chicken wings not cooling at a sufficient rate (see temp log) (chicken cooked - then placed on counter - then placed in prep top) (Chicken moved to walk in cooler - lid completely closed on utensil pan) COS PIC separated chicken onto sheet pans in the walk in cooler.
−3 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(6)(e) - cooling methods (pf, c)”Inspector observed several dead roaches and one live roach in the main kitchen (Live roach seen on wall at dish machine).
−3 points · Cited as “511-6-1.07(5)(k) - controlling pests (pf, c)”Inspector observed facility without test strips for 4-compartment sink and sanitizer buckets.
−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.05(3)(h),(i),(j) - temperature measuring device, manual warewashing; sanitizing solutions, testing device (pf)”Inspector observed facility without test strips for dish machine.
−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.05(6)(p) - warewashing equipment, determining chemical sanitizer concentration (pf)”Inspector observed uncovered frozen food in walk in freezer (cheese bites, country fried steak, tenders).
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(4)(c)1(iv) - packaged & unpackaged food, food stored covered(c)”Inspector observed facility without a written allergen notification posted for customers to view.
−3 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(7)(d) - other forms of information (c)”Inspector observed food product stored on ground (walk-in freezer: prepped meat in utensil pan, & boxed food i.e. grouper; Dry storage room: Soy Bean Oil).
−3 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(4)(q) - food storage (c)”Inspector observed grill scraper stored between prep-top lid and cutting board. COS PIC relocated.
−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.04(4)(k) - in-use utensils, between-use storage (c)”Inspector observed clean utensils stacked wet in dish pit. Inspector observed extra plates used for appetizers stored on half-wall in dining area adjacent to tables. Inspector observed glassware in bar cooler with eating end stored directly on shelf. COS PIC separated stacked wet utensils to allow for air drying. COS PIC pulled plates for washing, rinsing, & sanitizing.
−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)”Inspector observed the reuse of single-use containers (container originally used for boiled eggs used to store pickled onions & margarine container used to mix sauces). COS PIC discarded containers and products.
−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.05(6)(r) - single-service/single-use articles, use limitations (c)”Inspector observed towel used as a liner (Location: Reach-in cooler at grill line) (NOTE: Towel observed saturated). Inspector observed cardboard used as liner at the grill line.
−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.05(1)(i) - nonfood-contact surfaces (c)”Inspector observed ceiling tiles missing in dining area hallway & dry storage room (storing dry food product). Inspector observed lights out in grill hood. Floors throughout the main kitchen and under equipment with a build-up of food residue and debris.
−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)”Inspector observed employee belongings (bag and blender cup on shelving - over / adjacent to food product). Inspector observed opened employee drinks and creamer above food product in reach in cooler. COS PIC relocated employee belongings.
−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.07(5)(j) - using dressing rooms & lockers, used for changing clothes and storing employee belongings (c)”A98September 11, 20251 violation
Inspectors recorded 1 violation, 1 of them critical, involving plumbing & water.
Inspector observed numerous sinks with leaking plumbing. Corrective Action: Repair drains and have plumbing maintained.
−2 points · Cited as “511-6-1.06(2)(r) - system maintained in good repair (p, 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-058-001076. Verify this record at ga.healthinspections.us. Georgia’s inspection records are published by county health district, not from a single statewide portal.