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500 BALLARD PL STE B , PALMETTO, GA 30268 · Health inspection record from Georgia Department of Public Health

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99 / 100 · Excellent
Last inspected July 30, 2026
5 inspections on record · average score 97

Most recent inspection (July 30, 2026): Inspectors recorded 1 violation involving cleaning & sanitizing.

Inspection history

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A99July 30, 20261 violation

Inspectors recorded 1 violation involving cleaning & sanitizing.

RoutineNonfood-contact surfaces clean.

Observed that the floor of the walk in cooler and the reach in cooler closest to the front service area had debris buildup.C/A Advised the manager to have these areas cleaned.

−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)”
A100January 8, 2026No violations recorded

No individual violations are recorded for this inspection in the published data.

A100July 2, 2025No violations recorded

No individual violations are recorded for this inspection in the published data.

A92April 10, 20244 violations

Inspectors recorded 4 violations, 1 of them critical, involving temperature control, food storage and cleaning & sanitizing.

CriticalCorrected on siteFood-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized.

Observed prep top counter not clean or sanitized with sanitizer napkin after use.Equipment food-contact surfaces and utensils shall be cleaned: (i) Before each use with a different type of raw animal food such as beef, fish, lamb, pork, or poultry. It does not apply if the food-contact surface or utensil is in contact with a succession of different types of raw meat and raw poultry each requiring a higher cooking temperature as specified under DPH Rule 511-6-1.04(5)(a) than the previous type such as preparing raw pork followed by cutting raw poultry on the same cutting board. PIC instructed the proper way of cleaning and sanitizing equipment and utensils after used. PIC cleaned.

−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.05(7)(b) - food contact surfaces and utensils - cleaning frequency (p, c)”
RoutineSingle-use/single-service articles: properly stored, used.

Observed single-service articles handled, displayed, or dispensed in a manner that allows for contamination. Advised to keep cups on counter space and in back prep covered all times to prevent contaminations.

−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)”
RoutineRepeatNonfood-contact surfaces clean.

Observed prep top counter, kitchen floor and equipment dirty and need cleaning. 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. PIC advised to keep clean. PIC cleaned counter table.

−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.05(7)(d) - nonfood-contact surfaces (c)”
RoutineAdequate ventilation and lighting; designated areas used.

Observed grease and condensate dripping from exhaust hood system. The accumulation of grease and condensate may contaminate food and food-contact surfaces as well as present a possible fire hazard. Advised PIC to clean hood ventilation system frequently to prevent buildup of grease and condensation. 10 days to clean.

−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.05(3)(d) - ventilation hood system, adequacy, adequate to prevent grease & condensation build-up (c)”
A92September 27, 20233 violations

Inspectors recorded 3 violations, 1 of them critical, involving management & training and cleaning & sanitizing.

Critical (supporting)RepeatResponse procedures for vomiting & diarrheal events.

Observed the Person in Charge could not provide details or proof during the inspection of the procedure, supplies, and proper disinfectant that would be utilized for responding to a vomiting or diarrheal event in the establishment.

−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.03(6) - clean-up of vomiting and diarrheal events(pf)”
RoutineNonfood-contact surfaces clean.

Observed prep top counter, kitchen floor and equipment dirty and will need to be cleaned. 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. PIC advised to keep clean. PIC cleaned counter table.

−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)”
RoutineAdequate ventilation and lighting; designated areas used.

Observed grease and condensate dripping from exhaust hood system 511-6-1-.05(2) n C/A Informed PIC to clean/service hood exhaust system free from observed oil and condensate dripping. The accumulation of grease and condensate may contaminate food and food-contact surfaces as well as present a possible fire hazard.

−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.05(3)(d) - ventilation hood system, adequacy, adequate to prevent grease & condensation build-up (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-060-003064. Verify this record at ga.healthinspections.us. Georgia’s inspection records are published by county health district, not from a single statewide portal.

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