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Golden Panda
777 ATHENS RD STE 105 , LEXINGTON, GA 30648 · Health inspection record from Georgia Department of Public Health
Most recent inspection (March 12, 2026): Inspectors recorded 4 violations involving food storage, cleaning & sanitizing and facility upkeep.
Inspection history
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A94March 12, 20264 violations
Inspectors recorded 4 violations involving food storage, cleaning & sanitizing and facility upkeep.
Observed bulk food containers, spice containers and food storage containers without common name of product in them. If items (bulk and working containers) removed from original packaging, add at least common name of product. COS. Note - does not have to be in English.
−3 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(4)(d) - food storage containers identified with common name of food (c)”Observed to go containers being used and reused as scoops. Do not reuse to go containers or use cups/bowls as scoops. To go items removed. Cos.
−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.05(6)(r) - single-service/single-use articles, use limitations (c)”Observed accumulations of food debris, grease, oils and dust on nonfood contact surfaces such as rice steamer (exterior and Handles), rice cooker stand prep table shelves and rolling try rack. Clean surfaces at a frequency to prevent accumulations by 3/20/26.
−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.05(7)(d) - nonfood-contact surfaces (c)”Observed accumulations of grease, oils, food particles and debris on floor of Walk In Cooler, and under cook line. Clean surfaces at a frequency to prevent accumulations by 3/12/26.
−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)”B86July 29, 20254 violations
Inspectors recorded 4 violations, 3 of them critical, involving temperature control and cleaning & sanitizing.
All time/temperature control for safety (TCS) foods in prep table and walk-in cooler observed at a temperature above 41 °F. Corrective action: TCS foods shall be maintained at 41 °F or below in cold-holding. TCS foods discarded.
−9 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(6)(f) - time/temperature control for safety; cold holding (p)”Observed multiple pans of TCS food held below 135 °F on the steam table. Corrective action: TCS food shall be maintained at 135 °F or above in hot-holding. Food discarded.
−9 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(6)(f) - time/temperature control for safety; hot holding (p)”Person in charge (PIC) not performing duties in ensuring time/temperature control for safety (TCS) foods are maintained at proper temperatures and cold-holding equipment is operational. Corrective action: PIC shall monitor food temperatures and implement corrective actions as required.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.03(2)(a)-(n)(p),(q) - responsibility of pic (pf)”Prep cooler and walk-in cooler not able to maintain food at proper cold temperatures. Do not use these coolers for TCS food storage until serviced and able to maintain proper temperatures. Service call placed during inspection.
−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.05(6)(a) - good repair & proper adjustment (c)”A96December 12, 20241 violation
Inspectors recorded 1 violation, 1 of them critical, involving management & training.
Observed unlabeled spray bottle beside soda machine. Corrective action (CA): Chemicals, if transferred, must have common name labeled on new container. Bottle contained sanitizer and person in charge labeled bottle during inspection.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.07(6)(b) - working containers, common name (pf)”A94March 7, 20245 violations
Inspectors recorded 5 violations, 1 of them critical, involving handwashing & hygiene and facility upkeep.
Observed front and rear hand sinks blocked with equipment and personal items (jackets) in them. All hand sinks must only be used for handwashing purposes and be fully accessible at all times. Items removed and sinks cleaned.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.06(2)(o) - using a handwashing sink- operation & maintenance (pf)”Observed 5 chef/butcher knives stored between wall and 3 comp. sink. Utensils shall be stored clean and dry. Knives removed to dish line for cleaning.
−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.04(4)(k) - in-use utensils, between-use storage (c)”Observed tall stack of to go cups at cashier station exposed to potential contamination. Keep cups in plastic sleeve with only the bottom of the top cup exposed.
−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.05(10)(g)(1)&(3) - kitchenware and tableware, single-service/-use items properly handled to protect food-/lip-contact surfaces (c)”Observed to go cups and containers being reused as scoops in bulk food containers. Use durable and proper materials for scoops.
−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.05(6)(r) - single-service/single-use articles, use limitations (c)”Observed accumulations of grease/oils, dust and debris on floors under cookline and walk in cooler shelving, and on rear screen door. Clean surfaces at a frequency to prevent accumulations.
−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 109-2813. Verify this record at ga.healthinspections.us. Georgia’s inspection records are published by county health district, not from a single statewide portal.