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The Shack of Ellijay
118 NORTH MAIN STREET , ELLIJAY, GA 30540 · Health inspection record from Georgia Department of Public Health
Most recent inspection (September 29, 2026): Inspectors recorded 2 violations, 1 of them critical, involving temperature control.
Inspection history
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A91September 29, 20262 violations
Inspectors recorded 2 violations, 1 of them critical, involving temperature control.
Observed raw pork belly that was being stored in a steam well container that was 67F. Pork belly had been out of refrigeration for less than 4 hours. PIC removed the pork belly and placed it into a reach in to rapidly chill to 41F.
−9 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(6)(f) - time/temperature control for safety; cold holding (p)”TPHC log was not being filled out on days where rice was held on TPHC. Last date that was filled out was 9/18/26. PIC will retrain and employees and has properly filled out the log for today.
−9 points · Cited as “null”B84March 31, 20266 violations
Inspectors recorded 6 violations, 2 of them critical, involving temperature control, handwashing & hygiene and facility upkeep.
Time not marked on rice used for spring rolls/California rolls and bowls. Mark time at temperature of 135F of freshly cooked rice. Must discard all time controlled product after 4 hours. No leftovers. Time label placed on rice as required.
−9 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(6)(i) - time as a public health control (tphc) (p, pf, c)”Observed multiple food items including boba (yogurt 3/17) tuna (3/19), and salmon (3/22) stored after date of disposition. All TCS foods prepped or removed from original packaging must be date marked after being stored for 24 hours and shall not be used after 7 days of its prep date. PIC discarded food items.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(6)(h) - ready-to-eat time/temperature control for safety food, disposition (p)”Observed TCS foods being stored above 41F. Foods include cut leafy greens (48F), pork belly (47F), chopped carrots (45), and shrimp (43). PIC was instructed to place foods in reach in units to reach the proper temperature.
−9 points · Cited as “null”Observed incorrect inspection report posted. The most current inspection report must be posted at all times in viewing distance for customers.
−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.02(1)(d) - displaying of the inspection report (c)”Bathroom not enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Bathroom doors must be able to close independently to avoid contamination.
−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.07(2)(l) - toilet rooms, enclosed (c)”TOLIET ROOM TRASH CAN OBSERVED NOT TO HAVE A LID. INSTRUCTED PIC TO PROVIDE A LID FOR TRASH CAN.
−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.06(5)(g)3 - storage areas, rooms, & receptacles, capacity & availability of trash can if using paper towels at each sink ©”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-061-000187. Verify this record at ga.healthinspections.us. Georgia’s inspection records are published by county health district, not from a single statewide portal.