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Cloister Tavola
100 Cloister DR , SEA ISLAND, GA 31561 · Health inspection record from Georgia Department of Public Health
Most recent inspection (June 30, 2026): Inspectors recorded 3 violations, 1 of them critical, involving temperature control, handwashing & hygiene and cleaning & sanitizing. This restaurant scored as low as 82 on December 15, 2025 — see the full history below.
Inspection history
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A95June 30, 20263 violations
Inspectors recorded 3 violations, 1 of them critical, involving temperature control, handwashing & hygiene and cleaning & sanitizing.
Produce is not being washed prior to service and/or there is confusion as to whether it is prewashed. Observed strawberries at bar that had not been washed prior to placement at bar for use. <br> Rule: 1. Except as specified in paragraphs (g)2 and 3 of this subsection and except for whole, raw fruits and vegetables that are intended for washing by the consumer before consumption, raw fruits and vegetables shall be thoroughly washed in water, in a sink designated for that purpose only, to remove soil and other contaminants before being cut, combined with other ingredients, cooked, served, or offered for human consumption in ready-to-eat form. 2.Fruits and vegetables may be washed by using chemicals as specified under DPH Rule 511-6-1-.07(6)(h) and a test kit or other device that accurately measures the active ingredient concentration of the fruit and vegetable wash solution may be provided. 3. Ready-to-eat food such as potatoes, soups, chili, sauces, etc., may be thawed, rehydrated, or cooled after cooking in the sink if the sink is cleaned and sanitized before ready to eat food is placed in the sink and again before washing whole, raw fruits and vegetables. This does not apply to ready to eat food that is served as raw or undercooked animal foods. 4. Devices used for on-site generation of chemicals meeting the requirements specified in 21 CFR 173.315, Chemicals used in the washing or to assist in the peeling of fruits and vegetables, for the washing of raw, whole fruits and v.
−3 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(4)(g) - washing fruits & vegetables (pf)”Observed the displayed inspection is not easily viewable from dining room entrance and is not the most current inspection. Rule: The most current inspection report shall be prominently displayed in public view at all times, within fifteen feet of the front or primary public door and between five feet and seven feet from the floor and in an area where it can be read at a distance of one foot away.
−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.02(1)(d) - displaying of the inspection report (c)”Observed dark dust/debris build up on the walk in cooler fan covers. Rule: Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be kept free of an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris.
−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)”B82December 15, 20252 violations
Inspectors recorded 2 violations, 2 of them critical, involving temperature control and food source.
Cold Hold TCS items were found being stored above the required 41 degrees atr the time of this inspection.(Polento, Steak, Chicken) COS Discarded CA TRack RI temps closer.
−9 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(6)(f) - time/temperature control for safety; cold holding (p)”Open Mussels were found in the WI cooler with no id TAGs at the time of this inspection. COS Discarded CA Start a TAG retention SOP and maintain the records as required.
−9 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(5)(g) - records, creation, & retention (pf)”A91May 13, 20251 violation
Inspectors recorded 1 violation, 1 of them critical, involving food-safety requirements.
Discovered food being held under a TPHC plan without a standing SOP at the time of this inspection. COS Food discarded CA Plan will be implemented.
−9 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(6)(i) - time as a public health control (tphc) (p, pf, c)”A91December 16, 20241 violation
Inspectors recorded 1 violation, 1 of them critical, involving temperature control.
Whipped Cream Cheese was found being stored at 49 degrees at the time of this inspection. COS Discarded CA Create TPHC SOP and keep records.
−9 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(6)(f) - time/temperature control for safety; cold holding (p)”A99June 11, 20243 violations
Inspectors recorded 3 violations involving facility upkeep.
Caulking on the interior of the hood vent was found hanging loose above the cook top at the time of this inspection. CA Maint will be contacted.
−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)”Sink being used as a prep bar was found in an unclean condition at the time of this inspection. CA Cleaning frequency will be increased.
−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)”A light cover in the 3-comp sink area was found broken at the time of this inspection. CA cover will be repaired.
−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.07(2)(i) - light bulbs, protective shielding (c)”A98October 3, 20232 violations
Inspectors recorded 2 violations involving facility upkeep.
In use plates were found not protected from vertical contamination at the time of this inspection. COS Covered CA Chef was to reeducate staff on the need for proper storage.
−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.05(10)(g)2 - kitchen and tableware, properly handled to protect food-/lip-contact surfaces (c)”Hood filters were found in disrepair with gaps at the time of this inspection. CA Engineering was called for repair.
−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)”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-063-000878. Verify this record at ga.healthinspections.us. Georgia’s inspection records are published by county health district, not from a single statewide portal.