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GONDOLA PIZZA

427 E HWY 53 , CALHOUN, GA 30701 · Health inspection record from Georgia Department of Public Health

C
75 / 100 · Needs improvement
Last inspected October 22, 2026
2 inspections on record · average score 81

Most recent inspection (October 22, 2026): Inspectors recorded 11 violations, 5 of them critical, involving food source, cleaning & sanitizing and menu & labeling.

Inspection history

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C75October 22, 202611 violations

Inspectors recorded 11 violations, 5 of them critical, involving food source, cleaning & sanitizing and menu & labeling.

CriticalCorrected on siteFood in good condition, safe, and unadulterated.

Observed moldy green bell peppers in walk in cooler. PIC states peppers were delivered this past Sunday.

−9 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(1) - safe, unadulterated and honestly presented (p)”
CriticalRepeatFood-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized.

Observed substantial mold-like accumulation inside bulk ice machine in kitchen area.

−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.05(7)(b) - food contact surfaces and utensils - cleaning frequency (p, c)”
CriticalCorrected on siteFood-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized.

Observed black pans soiled with cheese residue directly touch unpackaged food; PIC states these pans are rewashed 3 times a week.

−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.05(7)(b) - food contact surfaces and utensils - cleaning frequency (p, c)”
CriticalCorrected on siteFood properly labeled; original container.

Observed container of sour cream (used to make cucumber sauce cups) with an expiration date of 10/19/26 in walk in cooler.

−3 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(8)(b) - expired foods (p)”
Critical (supporting)Corrected on siteFood properly labeled; original container.

Observed several bottles of dressings unlabeled in reach in cooler.

−3 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(7)(c) - food labels (pf, c)”
RoutineCorrected on siteProper eating, tasting, drinking, or tobacco use.

Observed personal food items on prep counter in front of prep top unit used to prep customer food.

−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.03(5)(k)1&2 - eating, drinking, or using tobacco (c)”
RoutinePosted: permit/inspection/choking poster/handwashing.

Observed most recent inspection report (87 B) not posted in public view; the inspection report posted was a 95 A.

−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.02(1)(d) - displaying of the inspection report (c)”
RoutinePosted: permit/inspection/choking poster/handwashing.

Observed food service permit not posted in public view.

−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.02(1)(f)(1) - permit, displayed (c)”
RoutineCorrected on siteUtensils, equipment and linens: properly stored, dried, handled.

Observed several unpackaged single use knives in dining area stored with the food contact surface exposed to contamination.

−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)”
RoutinePhysical facilities installed, maintained, and clean.

Observed significant food debris accumulation on floor throughout kitchen.

−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)”
RoutineCorrected on siteAdequate ventilation and lighting; designated areas used.

Observed cell phone on prep counter in front of prep top unit.

−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.07(4)(b) - designated areas for employee activity, located to prevent contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens, & single service articles (c)”
B87August 28, 20265 violations

Inspectors recorded 5 violations, 4 of them critical, involving cleaning & sanitizing and temperature control.

CriticalCorrected on siteFood-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized.

Observed wiping cloth stored in sanitizer solution of 0 ppm Cl- near cash register. According to PIC, sanitizer bucket is used to clean table tops in dining area.

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

Observed significant residue accumulation inside soda dispenser and tea dispenser nozzles in dining area.

−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.05(7)(b) - food contact surfaces and utensils - cleaning frequency (p, c)”
CriticalCorrected on siteRepeatProper date marking and disposition.

Observed ham with a prep date of 8/18/26 and sausage with a prep date of 8/17/26 in prep top cooler.

−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(6)(h) - ready-to-eat time/temperature control for safety food, disposition (p)”
Critical (supporting)Corrected on siteProper date marking and disposition.

Observed container of cut cucumbers in prep top unit prepared on a previous day with no date label.

−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(6)(g) - ready-to-eat time/temperature control for safety food, date marking (pf)”
RoutineCorrected on siteWiping cloths: properly used and stored.

Observed several dry wiping cloths soiled with debris stored on counters throughout kitchen area.

−3 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(4)(m) - wiping cloths, use limitation (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-064-000478. 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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