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GeorgiaGlynn County Brunswick

Basil Thai and Sushi Bar LLC

1401 NEWCASTLE ST , BRUNSWICK, GA 31520 · Health inspection record from Georgia Department of Public Health

C
74 / 100 · Needs improvement
Last inspected March 12, 2026
6 inspections on record · average score 83

Most recent inspection (March 12, 2026): Inspectors recorded 7 violations, 5 of them critical, involving food storage, cleaning & sanitizing and handwashing & hygiene.

Inspection history

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C74March 12, 20267 violations

Inspectors recorded 7 violations, 5 of them critical, involving food storage, cleaning & sanitizing and handwashing & hygiene.

CriticalCorrected on siteFood separated and protected.

Observed during the course of this inspection that the facility had a large bowl of raw lamb chops above "Ready To Eat"(RTE) fruit, vegetables, limes, lemons and croissants. COS: Lamb chops were relocated to where they were not above RTE items.

−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)”
CriticalCorrected on siteToxic substances properly identified, stored, used.

Observed during the course of this inspection that the facility had cleaners and sanitizers stored above single use items and food throughout the facility. COS: All items were relocated when identified.

−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.07(6)(c) - storage, separation (p)”
Critical (supporting)Corrected on siteAdequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible.

Observed during the course of this inspection that the facility bar handwashing sink was not supplied soap or paper towels during the course of this inspection. COS: Staff supplied both items.

−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.07(3)(a) - handwashing cleanser, availability (pf)”
Critical (supporting)Corrected on siteFood-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized.

Observed during the course of this inspection that the facility ice scoop and bucket were being stored on top of the ice machine in dirt/debris/old grease buildup. COS: The bucket and scoop were removed to be cleaned and sanitized.

−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.05(7)(a)1 - equipment, food-contact surfaces,& utensils (pf)”
Critical (supporting)Corrected on siteToxic substances properly identified, stored, used.

Observed during the course of this inspection that the facility had an unlabeled spray bottle with chemical inside of the women's restroom. COS: The bottle was discarded.

−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.07(6)(b) - working containers, common name (pf)”
RoutineCorrected on siteApproved thawing methods used.

Observed during the course of this inspection that there was reduced oxygen packaged (ROP) tuna located in the "walk in" cooler that had been completely thawed and not removed from the reduced oxygen environment. COS: Fish was discarded.

−3 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(6)(c) - thawing (c)”
RoutineRepeatPosted: permit/inspection/choking poster/handwashing.

Observed during the course of this inspection that the facility was not displaying the most recent inspection report.

−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.02(1)(d) - displaying of the inspection report (c)”
B85September 11, 20257 violations

Inspectors recorded 7 violations, 3 of them critical, involving cleaning & sanitizing, pest control and handwashing & hygiene.

CriticalCorrected on siteRepeatFood-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized.

Observed during the course of this inspection that the facility dishwasher was attached to a "bone dry" bucket of sanitizer supplying 0ppm to the dishes. COS: Glynn EH instructed management to use the bucket of new sanitizer and restore supply. Management complied.

−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.05(6)(n) - manual and mechanical warewashing equipment, chemical sanitization-temperature, ph, concentration, hardness (p,pf)”
Critical (supporting)Corrected on siteFood-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized.

Observed during the course of this inspection that the ice machine located in the main bar displayed significant black buildup inside of the unit. COS: Glynn EH instructed management to unplug the machine and discard the ice for cleaning/sanitizing. Management complied.

−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.05(7)(a)1 - equipment, food-contact surfaces,& utensils (pf)”
Critical (supporting)RepeatInsects, rodents, and animals not present.

Observed during the course of this inspection that the facility had old pest droppings in multiple areas of the main kitchen.

−3 points · Cited as “511-6-1.07(5)(k) - controlling pests (pf, c)”
RoutineRepeatPosted: permit/inspection/choking poster/handwashing.

Observed during the course of this inspection that the facility was not displaying the most recent inspection report.

−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.02(1)(d) - displaying of the inspection report (c)”
RoutineCorrected on siteIn-use utensils: properly stored.

Observed during the course of this inspection that the facility had a knife stored in room temp water and was using multiple cups with no handle with dry food. COS: Knife was removed from water as well as all cups.

−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.04(4)(k) - in-use utensils, between-use storage (c)”
RoutineNonfood-contact surfaces clean.

Observed during the course of this inspection that the non food contact surfaces of storage equipment displayed old dirt buildup on them.

−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.05(7)(d) - nonfood-contact surfaces (c)”
RoutinePhysical facilities installed, maintained, and clean.

Observed during the course of this inspection that the facility walls displayed significant old food debris/grease buildup.

−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)”
C79March 6, 20257 violations

Inspectors recorded 7 violations, 4 of them critical, involving cleaning & sanitizing, food storage and management & training.

CriticalCorrected on siteFood-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized.

Observed during the course of this inspection that the facility dishwashing machine was being used and also not supplied sanitizer. COS: Management restored the supply of sanitizer.

−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.05(6)(n) - manual and mechanical warewashing equipment, chemical sanitization-temperature, ph, concentration, hardness (p,pf)”
CriticalCorrected on siteToxic substances properly identified, stored, used.

Observed during the course of this inspection that that chemicals/first aid supplies were being stored above food and prep equipment and areas at in multiple areas of the facility. COS: Chemicals were relocated when observed.

−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.07(6)(c) - storage, separation (p)”
Critical (supporting)Certified food protection manager.

Observed during the course of this inspection that the facility does not have a "CFPM" on staff.

−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.03(3)(a) - food safety manager certification (pf)”
Critical (supporting)Corrected on siteFood-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized.

Observed during the course of this inspection that the ice machine located inside of the main kitchen displayed significant black buildup inside of the unit on food contact surfaces. COS: Management unplugged the machine and discarded the ice.

−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.05(7)(a)1 - equipment, food-contact surfaces,& utensils (pf)”
RoutineCorrected on siteRepeatApproved thawing methods used.

Observed during the course of this inspection that there was reduced oxygen packaged (ROP) tuna located in the "walk in" cooler that had been completely thawed and not removed from the reduced oxygen environment. COS: Fish was discarded.

−3 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(6)(c) - thawing (c)”
RoutineRepeatInsects, rodents, and animals not present.

Observed during the course of this inspection that the facility had old pest droppings in multiple areas of the main kitchen. CA:Glynn EH instructs management to ensure that all old pest droppings are cleaned up immediately upon discovery. Glynn EH instructs management to perform immediate deep cleaning in areas that pest droppings were observed and contact Glynn EH once cleaning has been completed for verification.

−3 points · Cited as “511-6-1.07(5)(l) - removing dead or trapped birds, insects, rodents, and other pest (c)”
RoutinePosted: permit/inspection/choking poster/handwashing.

Observed during the course of this inspection that the facility was not displaying the most recent inspection report.

−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.02(1)(d) - displaying of the inspection report (c)”
B80September 5, 202410 violations

Inspectors recorded 10 violations, 5 of them critical, involving cleaning & sanitizing, handwashing & hygiene and pest control.

CriticalFood-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized.

Observed during the course of this inspection that staff were creating sanitizer buckets from a wall mounted chemical mixing system that was not being supplied chemical, resulting in a sanitizer mix of 0ppm in the buckets. COS: Sanitizer buckets were discarded and re made from a wall mounted hook up that was being properly supplied with quat sanitizer.

−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.05(6)(n) - manual and mechanical warewashing equipment, chemical sanitization-temperature, ph, concentration, hardness (p,pf)”
CriticalPlumbing installed; proper backflow devices.

Observed during the course of this inspection that the handsink in the main bar areas is not properly plumbed so that the water flows into the air gap and will spill directly on the floor if used.

−2 points · Cited as “511-6-1.06(2)(r) - system maintained in good repair (p, c)”
Critical (supporting)Corrected on siteAdequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible.

Observed during the course of this inspection that multiple handwashing sinks in main kitchen were not supplied any form of handwashing cleaner. COS: PIC went and found hand soap for the sinks.

−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.07(3)(a) - handwashing cleanser, availability (pf)”
Critical (supporting)Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized.

Observed during the course of this inspection that the facility ice machine in the main bar displayed black buildup on internal surfaces that was easily removed with a clean napkin.

−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.05(7)(a)1 - equipment, food-contact surfaces,& utensils (pf)”
Critical (supporting)Insects, rodents, and animals not present.

Observed during the course of this inspection that the facility had pest droppings in multiple areas of the main kitchen as well as glue traps that had old deceased pest attached to them.

−3 points · Cited as “511-6-1.07(5)(k) - controlling pests (pf, c)”
RoutineCorrected on siteApproved thawing methods used.

Observed during the course of this inspection that there was reduced oxygen packaged (ROP) tuna and salmon located in a prep top cooler that had been completely thawed and not removed from the reduced oxygen environment. COS: Fish was discarded.

−3 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(6)(c) - thawing (c)”
RoutineCorrected on siteContamination prevented during food preparation, storage, display.

Observed during the course of this inspection that the facility had boxes of food and bagged ice stored directly on the floor in the main walk in freezer. COS: Foods/Ice were elevated.

−3 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(4)(q) - food storage (c)”
RoutineCorrected on siteWiping cloths: properly used and stored.

Observed during the course of this inspection that soiled wiping cloths were being stored out of chemical sanitizer at the sushi bar and main kitchen prep areas. COS: Cloths were removed and stored in properly mixed sanitizer solution.

−3 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(4)(m) - wiping cloths, use limitation (c)”
RoutineInsects, rodents, and animals not present.

Observed during the course of this inspection that the back door to the main kitchen displayed significant gaps in the door frame large enough for light ot pest to travel through.

−3 points · Cited as “511-6-1.07(2)(m) - outer openings protected (c)”
RoutineCorrected on siteIn-use utensils: properly stored.

Observed during the course of this inspection that knives were being stored at the sushi prep area in cool water. COS: Knives were removed from water.

−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.04(4)(k) - in-use utensils, between-use storage (c)”
B83May 1, 20243 violations

Inspectors recorded 3 violations, 3 of them critical, involving temperature control, cleaning & sanitizing and handwashing & hygiene.

CriticalCorrected on siteProper cold holding temperatures.

Observed a container of raw beef and fish being stored inside of a prep top cooler with temps ranging from 49 - 52 deg f. COS: Foods were discarded.

−9 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(6)(f) - time/temperature control for safety; cold holding (p)”
CriticalCorrected on siteToxic substances properly identified, stored, used.

Observed during the course of this inspection that the PIC at the sushi prep station had a bucket of food contact surface sanitizer that was mixed to a concentration of 500+ppm. COS: Bucket of sanitizer was discarded.

−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.07(6)(g) - chemical sanitizers, criteria (p)”
Critical (supporting)Adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible.

Observed during the course of this inspection that the handwashing sink located in the main bar had broken plumbing which was leaking on the ground and was not being supplied hot water.

−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.06(2)(o) - using a handwashing sink- operation & maintenance (pf)”
A94October 19, 20232 violations

Inspectors recorded 2 violations, 1 of them critical, involving temperature control and pest control.

Critical (supporting)Corrected on siteProper cooling methods used: adequate equipment for temperature control.

Observed during the course of this inspection that the facility Sushi cooler was malfunctioning and unable to supply temps below 41 deg f. COS: Facility removed sushi from the menu and ordered a new sushi cooler.

−3 points · Cited as “511-6-1.05(3)(a) - cooling, heating, and holding capacities (pf)”
RoutineInsects, rodents, and animals not present.

Observed during the course of this inspection that the facility back screen door had significant gaps along the bottom of the frame as well as the sides.

−3 points · Cited as “511-6-1.07(2)(m) - outer openings protected (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-063-000265. 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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