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323 HAROLD G. CLARK PKWY. , FORSYTH, GA 31029 · Health inspection record from Georgia Department of Public Health

B
83 / 100 · Good
Last inspected October 16, 2026
9 inspections on record · average score 86

Most recent inspection (October 16, 2026): Inspectors recorded 3 violations, 1 of them critical, involving cleaning & sanitizing, temperature control and facility upkeep.

Inspection history

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B83October 16, 20263 violations

Inspectors recorded 3 violations, 1 of them critical, involving cleaning & sanitizing, temperature control and facility upkeep.

CriticalCorrected on siteFood-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized.

Observed that the concentration of the sanitizing solution in the sanitizing bucket is zero. Manual and Mechanical Warewashing Equipment, Chemical Sanitization-Temperature, pH, Concentration, Hardness (P,Pf) (n) Manual and Mechanical Warewashing Equipment, Chemical Sanitization - Temperature, pH, Concentration, and Hardness. A chemical sanitizer used in a sanitizing solution for a manual or mechanical operation at contact times specified under subsection (8)(b)3 of this Rule shall meet the requirements specified in DPH Rule 511-6-1-.07(6)(g), shall be used in accordance with the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)-registered label use instructions P, and shall be used as follows: 1. A chlorine solution shall have a minimum temperature based on the concentration and pH of the solution as listed in the following chart; P Concentration Range Minimum Temperature MG/L PH 10 or less oF (oC) PH 8 or less oF (oC) 25-49 120 (49) 120 (49) The manager should should ensure that all sanitizing budget have appropriate concentration for effective sanitization. Corrected on site.

−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.05(6)(n) - manual and mechanical warewashing equipment, chemical sanitization-temperature, ph, concentration, hardness (p,pf)”
RoutineCorrected on siteRepeatProper cold holding temperatures.

Observed that the liquid egg on the cold holding ice bowl is 48F (f) Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food, Hot and Cold Holding. Except during preparation, cooking, or cooling, or when time is used as the public health control, time/temperature control for safety food shall be maintained at 41°F (5°C) or below or 135°F (57°C) or above, except that roasts cooked to a temperature and for a time specified in subsection (5)(a)2 of this Rule and reheated using the same temperature and time conditions as cooking may be held at a temperature of 130°F (54°C) or above. Manager should ensure that the proper temp is maintained for all hazardous food. corrected on site.

−9 points · Cited as “null”
RoutineRepeatPhysical facilities installed, maintained, and clean.

OBserved missing tiles in the kitchen and the W.I.C. floors , Maintenance and Operation. (a) Good Repair. All physical facilities shall be maintained in good repair and replace the missing tiles on the floors. The owner/manager will have tils replaced and fixed by 10/20/2026.

−1 point · Cited as “null”

This inspection deducted 17 points, but only 14 points are accounted for above — the published record for this visit is incomplete. See the full report at ga.healthinspections.us.

B88March 11, 20263 violations

Inspectors recorded 3 violations, 1 of them critical, involving temperature control, cleaning & sanitizing and facility upkeep.

CriticalCorrected on siteProper cold holding temperatures.

Observed that the liquid egg on the cold holding ice bowl is 48F (f) Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food, Hot and Cold Holding. Except during preparation, cooking, or cooling, or when time is used as the public health control, time/temperature control for safety food shall be maintained at 41°F (5°C) or below or 135°F (57°C) or above, except that roasts cooked to a temperature and for a time specified in subsection (5)(a)2 of this Rule and reheated using the same temperature and time conditions as cooking may be held at a temperature of 130°F (54°C) or above. Manager should ensure that the proper temp is maintained for all hazardous food. correct by 03/11/2026.

−9 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(6)(f) - time/temperature control for safety; cold holding (p)”
RoutineUtensils, equipment and linens: properly stored, dried, handled.

Observed several metal container being stored on the shelf not properly air dried after being wash, rinsed, and sanitized , all equipment, and utensil must be properly air dried after being sanitized after the 3 step process of wash, rinse, sanitize to prevent the item from being contaminated. Train the employee on the proper air drying of all utensil, and equipment after being sanitized, item wash ,rinse ,and sanitized and air dried correctly. Correct by 03/15/2026.

−1 point · Cited as “null”
RoutineRepeatPhysical facilities installed, maintained, and clean.

OBserved missing tiles in the kitchen and the W.I.C. floors , Maintenance and Operation. (a) Good Repair. All physical facilities shall be maintained in good repair and replace the missing tiles on the floors. The owner/manager will have tils replaced and fixed by 04/11/2026.

−1 point · Cited as “null”
B85October 22, 20255 violations

Inspectors recorded 5 violations, 1 of them critical, involving cleaning & sanitizing, handwashing & hygiene and pest control.

CriticalFood-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized.

Observed mildew on the walls of the ice bins that holding the ice in,) In equipment such as ice bins and beverage dispensing nozzles and enclosed components of equipment such as ice makers, cooking oil storage tanks and distribution lines, beverage and syrup dispensing lines or tubes, coffee bean grinders, and water vending equipment: (I) At a frequency specified by the manufacturer; or (II) Absent manufacturer specifications, at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil or mold. The manager will have the ice bin cleaned by 10/23/25.

−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.05(7)(b) - food contact surfaces and utensils - cleaning frequency (p, c)”
RoutinePersonal cleanliness.

Observed a employee prepping in the kitchen area with a beard longer than 1/2 inch in length with no beard guard, . Employees preparing or handling food shall use effective and clean, disposable or easily cleanable nets or other hair restraints approved by the Health Authority, worn properly to restrain loose hair including beards and mustaches longer than one half inch. The manger will order beard guard on the truck order by 10/25/25.

−3 points · Cited as “511-6-1.03(5)(j) - hair restraints (c)”
RoutineRepeatInsects, rodents, and animals not present.

Observed light coming under the backdoor in the kitchen area, uter Openings, Protected. 1. Except as specified in paragraphs 2 through 5 of this subsection, outer openings of a food service establishment shall be protected against the entry of insects and rodents by: (i) Filling or closing holes and other gaps along floors, walls, and ceilings; (ii) Closed, tight-fitting windows; and (iii) Solid, self-closing, tight-fitting doors. The manager will have the outer opening sealed by 11/15/25.

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

Observed a plastic cup lying in the cornmeal with no handles to prevent the meal from possible contamination when grabbing the cup, In food that is not time/temperature control for safety food with their handles above the top of the food within containers or equipment that can be closed, such as bins of sugar, flour, or cinnamon; COS The plastic cup was removed from the container storing the cornmeal.

−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.04(4)(k) - in-use utensils, between-use storage (c)”
RoutineRepeatPhysical facilities installed, maintained, and clean.

OBserved missing tiles in the kitchen and the W.I.C. floors , Maintenance and Operation. (a) Good Repair. All physical facilities shall be maintained in good repair and replace the missing tiles on the floors. The owner/manager will have tils replaced and fixed by 1/30/26.

−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)”

This inspection deducted 15 points, but only 12 points are accounted for above — the published record for this visit is incomplete. See the full report at ga.healthinspections.us.

A90April 25, 20254 violations

Inspectors recorded 4 violations involving handwashing & hygiene, cleaning & sanitizing and facility upkeep.

RoutineProper eating, tasting, drinking, or tobacco use.

Observed a employee drinking from a metal cup in the kitchen area, However, drinking from a single service beverage cup with a secure lid and straw that is handled to prevent contamination of the employee’s hands, the container, exposed food, clean equipment, utensils and linens, unwrapped single-service and single-use articles will be allowed. COS The employee removed the metal cup and used a single service cup with a lid and straw.

−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.03(5)(k)1&2 - eating, drinking, or using tobacco (c)”
RoutineWiping cloths: properly used and stored.

Observed wet wiping cloth used for cleaning lying on the stainless counter between usage, all cleaning towel used for cleaning must remain in the bucket between usage to prevent the towel from being contaminated. COS towel placed back in bucket corrected on 4/25/25.

−3 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(4)(m) - wiping cloths, use limitation (c)”
RoutineUtensils, equipment and linens: properly stored, dried, handled.

Observed several metal container being stored on the shelf not properly air dried after being wash, rinsed, and sanitized , all equipment, and utensil must be properly air dried after being sanitized after the 3 step process of wash, rinse, sanitize to prevent the item from being contaminated. Train the employee on the proper air drying of all utensil, and equipment after being sanitized, item wash ,rinse ,and sanitized and air dried correctly. Correct by 4/25/25.

−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.05(10)(a) - equipment & utensils, air-drying required (c)”
RoutineRepeatPhysical facilities installed, maintained, and clean.

E observed a major crack on the floor inside the walk-in cooler. Good Repair, physical facilities maintained; Cleaning, Frequency & Restrictions, cleaned often enough to keep them clean (C) (5) Maintenance and Operation. (a) Good Repair. All physical facilities shall be maintained in good repair. the manager should ensure that the floor is repaired. correct by 5/25/25.

−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)”
A92January 15, 20254 violations

Inspectors recorded 4 violations involving handwashing & hygiene, garbage & waste and facility upkeep.

RoutineRepeatProper eating, tasting, drinking, or tobacco use.

Observed some employee drinking from a cup in the serving area with improper lid on the cup, all employee are required to drink from a single service cup with a lid and straw in the kitchen area. COS employee add straw to there drinking cup.Employees shall consume food only in approved designated areas separate from food preparation and serving areas, equipment or utensil areas and food storage areas. However, drinking from a single service beverage cup with a secure lid and straw that is handled to prevent contamination of the employee’s hands, the container, exposed food, clean equipment, utensils and linens, unwrapped single-service and single-use articles will be allowed. correct by 01/20/2025.

−4 points · Cited as “null”
RoutineSingle-use/single-service articles: properly stored, used.

Observed coffee filter stored in the drink station not properly protected against possible contamination, all single service coffee filter need to stored and protected between use to prevent contamination. COS filter placed in a container with a lid corrected by 01/20/2015.

−1 point · Cited as “null”
RoutineGarbage/refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained.

Observed the dumpster sliding doors open , Receptacles and waste handling units for refuse, recyclables, and returnable shall be kept covered With tight-fitting lids or doors if kept outside the food service establishment. COS The dumpster sliding doors will be closed correct by 01/20/2025.

−1 point · Cited as “null”
RoutinePhysical facilities installed, maintained, and clean.

We observed a major crack on the floor inside the walk-in cooler. Good Repair, physical facilities maintained; Cleaning, Frequency & Restrictions, cleaned often enough to keep them clean (C) (5) Maintenance and Operation. (a) Good Repair. All physical facilities shall be maintained in good repair. the manager should ensure that the floor is repaired. correct by 01/20/2025.

−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)”
B82September 19, 20246 violations

Inspectors recorded 6 violations, 2 of them critical, involving temperature control, handwashing & hygiene and food storage.

CriticalCorrected on siteProper cold holding temperatures.

I observed that the turkey and chicken in the cooler under the prep are 46 and 59 degree Fahrenheit respectively. Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food, Hot and Cold Holding. Except during preparation, cooking, or cooling, or when time is used as the public health control, time/temperature control for safety food shall be maintained at 41°F (5°C) or below or 135°F (57°C) or above, except that roasts cooked to a temperature and for a time specified in subsection (5)(a)2 of this Rule and reheated using the same temperature and time conditions as cooking may be held at a temperature of 130°F (54°C) or above. corrected on site.

−9 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(6)(f) - time/temperature control for safety; cold holding (p)”
CriticalCorrected on siteProper hot holding temperatures.

I observed that the mashed potatoes and chicken in the warmer are 129 and 130 degree Fahrenheit respectively. Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food, Hot and Cold Holding. Except during preparation, cooking, or cooling, or when time is used as the public health control, time/temperature control for safety food shall be maintained at 41°F (5°C) or below or 135°F (57°C) or above, except that roasts cooked to a temperature and for a time specified in subsection (5)(a)2 of this Rule and reheated using the same temperature and time conditions as cooking may be held at a temperature of 130°F (54°C) or above. corrected on site.

−9 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(6)(f) - time/temperature control for safety; hot holding (p)”
RoutineProper eating, tasting, drinking, or tobacco use.

Observed some employee drinking from a cup in the serving area with no straw in the cup , all employee are required to drink from a single service cup with a lid and straw in the kitchen area. COS employee add straw to there drinking cup.Employees shall consume food only in approved designated areas separate from food preparation and serving areas, equipment or utensil areas and food storage areas. However, drinking from a single service beverage cup with a secure lid and straw that is handled to prevent contamination of the employee’s hands, the container, exposed food, clean equipment, utensils and linens, unwrapped single-service and single-use articles will be allowed. correct by 09/19/2024.

−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.03(5)(k)1&2 - eating, drinking, or using tobacco (c)”
RoutineContamination prevented during food preparation, storage, display.

Observed boxes of stored in the freezer on the floor of the walkin-freezer, all food items must stored 6 inches off the floor in the freezer, nothing can be stored on the floor. COS food item in the freezer removed from the floor and placed on the shelves in the walk-in-freezer . corrected on 09/19/2024.

−3 points · Cited as “null”
RoutineUtensils, equipment and linens: properly stored, dried, handled.

Observed several metal container being stored on the shelf not properly air dried after being wash, rinsed, and sanitized , all equipment, and utensil must be properly air dried after being sanitized after the 3 step process of wash, rinse, sanitize to prevent the item from being contaminated. Train the employee on the proper air drying of all utensil, and equipment after being sanitized, item wash ,rinse ,and sanitized and air dried correctly. Correct by 09/19/2024.

−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.05(10)(a) - equipment & utensils, air-drying required (c)”
RoutineNonfood-contact surfaces clean.

I observed that one of the microwaves in the main kitchen is not clean (stained with food particles) Nonfood-Contact Surfaces. Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be cleaned at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil residues. the inner surface of the microwave should be cleaned regularly to avoid buid up. correct by 09/19/2024.

−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.05(7)(d) - nonfood-contact surfaces (c)”
B84June 28, 20243 violations

Inspectors recorded 3 violations, 2 of them critical, involving temperature control and cleaning & sanitizing.

CriticalProper cold holding temperatures.

Observed shelled eggs, butter, cheese, and chicken at a cold holding temperature of 45 degree fahrenheit in the W.I.C., ) Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food, Hot and Cold Holding. Except during preparation, cooking, or cooling, or when time is used as the public health control, time/temperature control for safety food shall be maintained at 41°F (5°C) or below or 135°F (57°C) or above, except that roasts cooked to a temperature and for a time specified in subsection (5)(a)2 of this Rule and reheated using the same temperature and time conditions as cooking may be held at a temperature of 130°F (54°C) or above. The manager placed the item in the freezer for rapid cooling.

−9 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(6)(f) - time/temperature control for safety; cold holding (p)”
CriticalFood-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized.

Observed the inside of the ice machine had mildew around the chute of the ice machine, ) In equipment such as ice bins and beverage dispensing nozzles and enclosed components of equipment such as ice makers, cooking oil storage tanks and distribution lines, beverage and syrup dispensing lines or tubes, coffee bean grinders, and water vending equipment: The manager will clean the ice machine by 6/29/24.

−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.05(7)(b) - food contact surfaces and utensils - cleaning frequency (p, c)”
RoutinePersonal cleanliness.

Observed employee prepping foods in the kitchen with watches on there wrist,xcept for a plain ring such as a wedding band food employees may not wear jewelry including medical information jewelry on their arms and hands while preparing food. COS The employee removed the watch from there wrist.

−3 points · Cited as “511-6-1.03(5)(g) - jewelry (c)”
B85February 5, 20246 violations

Inspectors recorded 6 violations, 2 of them critical, involving temperature control, handwashing & hygiene and cleaning & sanitizing.

CriticalProper cold holding temperatures.

Observed the ham and cheese on the buffet line out of temperature ham ta 45 and cheese at 47-degree Fahrenheit, Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food, Hot and Cold Holding. Except during preparation, cooking, or cooling, or when time is used as the public health control, time/temperature control for safety food shall be maintained at 41°F (5°C) or below or 135°F (57°C) or above, except that roasts cooked to a temperature and for a time specified in subsection (5)(a)2 of this Rule and reheated using the same temperature and time conditions as cooking may be held at a temperature of 130°F (54°C) or above. COS the placed the ham and cheese was placed in the freeze for rapid cooling to 41 degree Fahrenheit.

−9 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(6)(f) - time/temperature control for safety; cold holding (p)”
CriticalProper cold holding temperatures.

Observed several items in the W.I.C. that were not cold holding at the 41-degree Fahrenheit or lower sausage 49, chicken 47, and fish at 50-degree Fahrenheit, Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food, Hot and Cold Holding. Except during preparation, cooking, or cooling, or when time is used as the public health control, time/temperature control for safety food shall be maintained at 41°F (5°C) or below or 135°F (57°C) or above, except that roasts cooked to a temperature and for a time specified in subsection (5)(a)2 of this Rule and reheated using the same temperature and time conditions as cooking may be held at a temperature of 130°F (54°C) or above.COS the kitchen manager placed the 3 item in the W.I.Freezer to lower the temperture to 41 degree Fahrenheit.

−9 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(6)(f) - time/temperature control for safety; cold holding (p)”
RoutinePersonal cleanliness.

Observed employee with a mustache longer than 1/2 inch in length while cooking in the kitchen area, Employees preparing or handling food shall use effective and clean, disposable or easily cleanable nets or other hair restraints approved by the Health Authority, worn properly to restrain loose hair including beards and mustaches longer than one half inch. The manger will need to get beard guard for employee on the next truck delivereed.

−3 points · Cited as “511-6-1.03(5)(j) - hair restraints (c)”
RoutineWiping cloths: properly used and stored.

Observed wiping cloth used for cleaning lying on the stainless counter between usage, all cleaning towel used for cleaning must remain in the bucket between usage to prevent the towel from being contaminated. COS towel placed back in bucket corrected on 2/5/24.

−3 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(4)(m) - wiping cloths, use limitation (c)”
RoutineCorrected on siteRepeatUtensils, equipment and linens: properly stored, dried, handled.

Observed several metal container being stored on the shelf not properly air dried after being wash, rinsed, and sanitized , all equipment, and utensil must be properly air dried after being sanitized after the 3 step process of wash, rinse, sanitize to prevent the item from being contaminated. Train the employee on the proper air drying of all utensil, and equipment after being sanitized, item wash ,rinse ,and sanitized and air dried ccorrectly.

−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.05(10)(a) - equipment & utensils, air-drying required (c)”
RoutineAdequate ventilation and lighting; designated areas used.

Observed the light cover missing the mop sink room in the kitchen area, light bulbs shall be shielded, coated, or otherwise shatter-resistant in areas where there is exposed food; clean equipment, utensils, and linens; or unwrapped single-service and single-use articles. The manger will replace the light cover by 2/15/24.

−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.07(2)(i) - light bulbs, protective shielding (c)”
B87October 23, 20236 violations

Inspectors recorded 6 violations, 1 of them critical, involving handwashing & hygiene, pest control and cleaning & sanitizing.

Critical (supporting)Adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible.

Observed no paper towels in the handwashung sttion in the kitchen, . Each handwashing sink or group of adjacent handwashing sinks shall be provided with: 1. Individual, disposable towels; COS the paper towels were placed in the dispenser.

−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.07(3)(b) - hand drying provision (pf)”
RoutinePersonal cleanliness.

Observed employee cooking on the grill with a wrist bracelet in the kitchen area, Jewelry. Except for a plain ring such as a wedding band food employees may not wear jewelry including medical information jewelry on their arms and hands while preparing food. COS the employee removed the bracelet.

−3 points · Cited as “511-6-1.03(5)(g) - jewelry (c)”
RoutineInsects, rodents, and animals not present.

Observed light coming under the backdoor, , outer openings of a food service establishment shall be protected against the entry of insects and rodents by:i) Solid, self-closing, tight-fitting doors.

−3 points · Cited as “511-6-1.07(2)(m) - outer openings protected (c)”
RoutineUtensils, equipment and linens: properly stored, dried, handled.

Observed several metal container being stored on the shelf not properly air dried after being wash, rinsed, and sanitized , all equipment, and utensil must be properly air dried after being sanitized after the 3 step process of wash, rinse, sanitize to prevent the item from being contaminated. Train the employee on the proper air drying of all utensil, and equipment after being sanitized, item wash ,rinse ,and sanitized and air dried correctly corrected on 10/23/23.

−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.05(10)(a) - equipment & utensils, air-drying required (c)”
RoutineSingle-use/single-service articles: properly stored, used.

Observed coffee filter stored in the waiter station not properly protected against possible contamination, all single service coffee filter need to stored and protected between use to prevent contamination. COS filter placed in a container with a lid corrected on 10/23/23.

−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.05(6)(r) - single-service/single-use articles, use limitations (c)”
RoutineRepeatPhysical facilities installed, maintained, and clean.

Observed missing tiles in the kitchen by the ice machine kitchen area, ) Good Repair. All physical facilities shall be maintained in good repair when it come to missing tile in the kitchen, They will have the tiles replaced by 11/30/23.

−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)”

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 31020486. 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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