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1880 EPPS BRIDGE PKWY STE 103 , ATHENS, GA 30606 · Health inspection record from Georgia Department of Public Health
Most recent inspection (June 1, 2026): Inspectors recorded 6 violations, 1 of them critical, involving cleaning & sanitizing, temperature control and food storage.
Inspection history
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B85June 1, 20266 violations
Inspectors recorded 6 violations, 1 of them critical, involving cleaning & sanitizing, temperature control and food storage.
Observed two unlabeled spray bottles containing chemicals hanging on side of 3 compartment sink.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.07(6)(b) - working containers, common name (pf)”Chip warmer missing lid with no alternative cover or overhead protection.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(4)(c)1(iv) - packaged & unpackaged food, food stored covered(c)”Observed bulk container with no label in main kitchen area containing a white powder. PIC labeled the container.
−3 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(4)(d) - food storage containers identified with common name of food (c)”Prep table at front service area closest to the front door has rusted bottoms and legs.
−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.05(1)(i) - nonfood-contact surfaces (c)”Sides of equipment in front service area have burnt and dried debris, residue, grease, and grime. Clean at a higher frequency.
−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)”Burnt grease and grime on wall in front service area. Buildup of grime, grease, and food debris under equipment in front service area. Clean at a higher frequency.
−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)”A93August 26, 20255 violations
Inspectors recorded 5 violations, 1 of them critical, involving handwashing & hygiene, cleaning & sanitizing and facility upkeep.
HANDSINK IN KITCHEN TO LEFT OF WALK-IN NOT SUPPLIED WITH HANDSOAP.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.07(3)(a) - handwashing cleanser, availability (pf)”PREP TABLES BEHIND FRONT FOOD SERVICE AREA HAVE RUSTED BOTTOMS. SHELVES IN DRY STORAGE HAVE CHIPPING WOOD.
−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.05(1)(i) - nonfood-contact surfaces (c)”MISSING VENT HOOD.
−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.05(6)(a) - good repair & proper adjustment (c)”SIDES OF EQUIPMENT HAVE BURNT/DRIED SOIL/GREASE/DUST/DIRT/GRIME/FOOD DEBRIS. CLEAN AT A HIGHER FREQUENCY.
−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)”BURNT GREASE/GRIME ON WALLS AND PIPE CONNECTS BETWEEN SALAMANDER AND VENT HOODS. BUILD UP OF DIRT AND DEBRIS ON FLOORS UNDER PREP COOLERS. CLEAN AT HIGHER FREQUENCY.
−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)”A94January 17, 20253 violations
Inspectors recorded 3 violations involving temperature control and cleaning & sanitizing.
CHIPS IN METAL CONTAINER AT FRONT FOOD SERVICE AREA MISSING LID. UNCOVERED CONTAINER OF BACON BITS IN PREP COOLER. CONTAINER OF "SIDNEY'S SPICES" LEFT UNCOVERED ON PREP TABLE.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(4)(c)1(iv) - packaged & unpackaged food, food stored covered(c)”OBSERVED BROKEN WIRE RACK IN WALK-IN THAT HAS BEEN SECURED WITH A PLASTIC BAG AND HELD UP WITH WOOD PLANKS.
−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.05(6)(q)1&3 - good repair & calibration (c)”WIRE RACK IN WALK-IN SUPPORTED BY WOODEN BLOCKS. OBSERVED PREP BOTTOM LINED WITH CARDBOARD. ALL NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES MUST BE NON-ABSORBENT, SMOOTH, AND EASILY CLEANABLE.
−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.05(1)(i) - nonfood-contact surfaces (c)”A94September 30, 20244 violations
Inspectors recorded 4 violations, 1 of them critical, involving temperature control, handwashing & hygiene and cleaning & sanitizing.
OBSERVED LARGE CONTAINERS OF PICO IN WALK-IN COOLER COOLING WITH LIDS AND TIHGTLY COVERED. CONTAINERS OF CHICKEN ALSO ACTIVELY COOLING IN WALK-IN.
−3 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(6)(e) - cooling methods (pf, c)”OLD INSPECTION SCORE POSTED AT DOOR.
−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.02(1)(d) - displaying of the inspection report (c)”OBSERVED BROKEN WIRE RACK IN WALK-IN THAT HAS BEEN SECURED WITH A PLASTIC BAG.
−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.05(6)(q)1&3 - good repair & calibration (c)”OBSERVED LARGE AMOUNT OF TRASH AND BOXES STORED OUTSIDE BACK DOOR AGAINST THE BUILDING.
−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.06(5)(k),(l) - storing refuse, recyclables & receptacles; areas, enclosures, & receptacles, good repair (c)”A91May 29, 20241 violation
Inspectors recorded 1 violation, 1 of them critical, involving temperature control.
OBSERVED RICE IN STEAM TABLE AT FRONT COUNTER BEING HOT HELD AT 108 DEG F. RICE DOUBLE STACKED IN METAL PANS. OBSERVED CHICKEN IN STEAM WELL AT BACK OF KITCHEN BEING HOT HELD AT 88 DEG F. CHICKEN LEFTOVER FROM LUNCH RUSH.
−9 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(6)(f) - time/temperature control for safety; hot holding (p)”A92December 12, 20235 violations
Inspectors recorded 5 violations, 1 of them critical, involving management & training, handwashing & hygiene and cleaning & sanitizing.
SANITIZER CONCENTRATION IN 3-COMPARTMENT SINK A LITTLE TOO STRONG.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.07(6)(e) - conditions of use (p, pf, c)”FOOD SERVICE PERMIT NOT POSTED FOR CUSTOMER VIEWING.
−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.02(1)(f)(1) - permit, displayed (c)”ICE SCOOP STORED IN ICE MACHINE. SPOONS IN FRONT FOOD SERVICE AREA STORED WITH LIP-PORTION FACING UP.
−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.04(4)(k) - in-use utensils, between-use storage (c)”WOODEN SUPPORT BEAMS (UNFINISHED) ON MOUNTED WIRE RACK ABOVE 3-COMPARTMENT SINK.
−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.05(1)(i) - nonfood-contact surfaces (c)”WALK IN COOLER DOOR NOT COMPLETELY SELF-CLOSING & MISSING SEAL ON BOTTOM.
−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.05(6)(a) - good repair & proper adjustment (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 10853.. Verify this record at ga.healthinspections.us. Georgia’s inspection records are published by county health district, not from a single statewide portal.