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2625 Mall of Georgia Blvd Suite 101 Buford, GA 30519 · Health inspection record from GNR Health District (Gwinnett, Newton and Rockdale)
This restaurant failed a health inspection on February 26, 2026, scoring 68/100 (grade U — Unsatisfactory). It has since been re-inspected and currently scores 94. Georgia re-inspects after a failing score, so the most recent number can be only days or weeks old.
Most recent inspection (October 27, 2026): Inspectors recorded 3 violations, 3 of them critical, involving handwashing & hygiene.
Inspection history
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A94October 27, 20263 violations
Inspectors recorded 3 violations, 3 of them critical, involving handwashing & hygiene.
Observed that the hand sink near the service counter has a significant leak. A plumbing system shall be repaired according to law; (P) and maintained in good repair. (C).
Cited as “.06(2)(r)”Observed that there was no soap at the hand sink in the restroom. Each handwashing sink or group of two adjacent handwashing sinks shall be provided with a supply of hand cleaning liquid, powder, or bar soap. (Pf).
Cited as “.07(3)(a)”Observed that there is very low pressure at the hand sink in the kitchen near the ovens. Water under pressure shall be provided to all fixtures, equipment, and nonfood equipment that are required to use water except that water supplied as specified under Rule .06(1)(k)1 and 2 to a temporary food service operation or in response to a temporary interruption of a water supply need not be under pressure. (Pf).
Cited as “.06(1)(g),(h)”This inspection deducted 6 points, but only 0 points are accounted for above — the published record for this visit is incomplete. See the full report at inspections.myhealthdepartment.com/gwinnett.
A90July 24, 20262 violations
Inspectors recorded 2 violations, 1 of them critical, involving temperature control.
Observed multiple time/temperature control for safety (TCS) foods (fish filets, chicken breast, pork chops) that were cold holding at temperatures >41F (see temperature log). Time/temperature control for safety food shall be maintained at 41°F (5°C) or below. (P).
Cited as “.04(6)(f)”Observed a prep cooler that was not able to cool food to 41F or below. Ambient temperature 44.6 F. Equipment shall be maintained in a state of repair and condition that meets the requirements specified under subsections .05(1) and .05(2) . (C).
Cited as “.05(6)(a)”This inspection deducted 10 points, but only 0 points are accounted for above — the published record for this visit is incomplete. See the full report at inspections.myhealthdepartment.com/gwinnett.
C77July 15, 20268 violations
Inspectors recorded 8 violations, 3 of them critical, involving temperature control, cleaning & sanitizing and permit & posting.
Observed multiple time/temperature control for safety (TCS) foods (sliced cheese, garlic spread, raw chicken, raw fish, whipped butter, gravy, gumbo) that were cold holding at temperatures >41F (see temperature log). Time/temperature control for safety food shall be maintained at 41°F (5°C) or below. (P).
Cited as “.04(6)(f)”Observed a wash cloth in a bucket of chlorine sanitizer that had a concentration of >100ppm. Chemical sanitizers, including chemical sanitizing solutions generated on-site, and other chemical antimicrobials used on food contact surfaces shall not exceed stated concentrations as listed on the EPA-registered label, in 40 CFR 180.940 and 40 CFR 180.2020, (100 ppm for chlorine and 400 ppm for quaternary ammonia). (P).
Cited as “.07(6)(g)”Observed a black, mold-like substance inside the ice machine and along the cover of the ice machine. Equipment food-contact surfaces and utensils shall be clean to sight and touch. (Pf).
Cited as “.05(7)(a)1”Observed containers of spices and sauces that were not labeled with the common name of the food. Except for containers holding food that can be readily and unmistakably recognized, such as dry pasta, working containers holding food or food ingredients that are removed from their original packages for use in the food establishment, such as cooking oils, flour, herbs, potato flakes, salt, spices, and sugar shall be clearly and legibly identified, in English, with the common name of the food. (C).
Cited as “.04(4)(d)”A facility permit is not posted. The permit holder shall post the permit as in a location in the food service establishment that is conspicuous to consumers. (C).
Cited as “.02(1)(f)(1)”No inspection report posted. 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. (C).
Cited as “.02(1)(d)”Observed a prep cooler and a reach-in cooler that were not able to cool to 41F or below. Equipment shall be maintained in a state of repair and condition that meets the requirements specified under subsections .05(1) and .05(2) . (C).
Cited as “.05(6)(a)”There was no covered receptable in the restroom used by female employees. A toilet room used by females shall be provided with a covered receptacle for sanitary napkins. (C).
Cited as “.06(5)(h)”This inspection deducted 23 points, but only 0 points are accounted for above — the published record for this visit is incomplete. See the full report at inspections.myhealthdepartment.com/gwinnett.
A93March 6, 2026Details pending
Violation details for this inspection are not yet available here. See the full report at inspections.myhealthdepartment.com/gwinnett.
U68February 26, 2026Details pending
Violation details for this inspection are not yet available here. See the full report at inspections.myhealthdepartment.com/gwinnett.
Georgia scores on a 100-point scale: A 90–100, B 80–89, C 70–79, U below 70.
Source
Published by the GNR Health District (Gwinnett, Newton and Rockdale) · permit 9210EDB8-98DD-4A56-9790-D36B4EF4A806. Verify this record at inspections.myhealthdepartment.com/gwinnett. Georgia’s inspection records are published by county health district, not from a single statewide portal.
