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PERSIS INDIAN RESTAURANT & BAR
3112 WASHINGTON RD , AUGUSTA, GA 30907 · Health inspection record from Georgia Department of Public Health
This restaurant failed a health inspection on June 8, 2026, scoring 58/100 (grade U — Unsatisfactory). It has since been re-inspected and currently scores 81. Georgia re-inspects after a failing score, so the most recent number can be only days or weeks old.
Most recent inspection (July 2, 2026): Inspectors recorded 6 violations involving handwashing & hygiene and food storage.
Inspection history
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B81July 2, 20266 violations
Inspectors recorded 6 violations involving handwashing & hygiene and food storage.
Observed employee coffee cup sitting on shelf without covering beside clean dishes. Repeat violation. C/a: Cover employee drinks and store in a designated area away from food contact surfaces.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.03(5)(k)1&2 - eating, drinking, or using tobacco (c)”Observed flour and sauces stored outside its original packaging in unlabeled containers in dry storage area and grill line. Repeat violation. C/a:Label all foods stored outside its original container and/or packaging.
−3 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(4)(d) - food storage containers identified with common name of food (c)”Observed fish improperly thawing in sink. C/a: Utilize proper thawing methods.
−3 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(6)(c) - thawing (c)”Observed employee on grill line wearing bracelet and Apple watch during food preparation. C/a: Refrain from jewelry on the hands/wrists during active food preparation.
−3 points · Cited as “511-6-1.03(5)(g) - jewelry (c)”Observed old inspection (2025) posted. C/a: Post most recent inspection in public view.
−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.02(1)(d) - displaying of the inspection report (c)”Observed scoop stored in rice in WIC. Repeat violation. C/a: Store scoops outside of food product itself.
−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.04(4)(k) - in-use utensils, between-use storage (c)”This inspection deducted 19 points, but only 15 points are accounted for above — the published record for this visit is incomplete. See the full report at ga.healthinspections.us.
U58June 8, 202612 violations
Inspectors recorded 12 violations, 4 of them critical, involving temperature control, cleaning & sanitizing and management & training.
Observed lamb, chicken and goat cold holding above 41 degrees F. on prep top cooler. Observed chicken and shrimp cold holding above 41 degrees F in RIC below prep top on grill. C/a: Cold hold food at 41 degrees F or lower.
−9 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(6)(f) - time/temperature control for safety; cold holding (p)”Observed chemical containers stored on cart alongside clean dishware. C/a: Store chemicals away from food contact surfaces.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.07(6)(c) - storage, separation (p)”Observed no Serv Safe/food safety manager's certification posted. C/a: Obtain a Serv Safe/food safety manager's certification and post in public view.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.03(3)(a) - food safety manager certification (pf)”Observed prep top cooler/reach-in cooler equipment in front of grill line with an ambient temperature of 54 degrees. PIC is aware equipment is not working properly but is still using equipment. C/a: Obtain alternate equipment for cold holding capacities until current cooler is repaired.
−3 points · Cited as “511-6-1.05(3)(a) - cooling, heating, and holding capacities (pf)”Observed employee coffee cup sitting on shelf without covering beside clean dishes. C/a: Cover employee drinks and store in a designated area away from food contact surfaces.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.03(5)(k)1&2 - eating, drinking, or using tobacco (c)”Observed smashed potatoes stored uncovered in WIC. Observed shrimp, shredded cheese, chicken, and cauliflower stored uncovered in RIC near grill line. Repeat violation. C/a: Cover all food in storage.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(4)(c)1(iv) - packaged & unpackaged food, food stored covered(c)”Observed several sauces and food products stored in unlabeled bottles/containers in WIC. Repeat violation. C/a: Label all foods stored outside its original container and/or packaging.
−3 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(4)(d) - food storage containers identified with common name of food (c)”Observed several food containers and yogurt stored on floor in WIC. Repeat violation. C/a: Store all food product at least 6" off ground.
−3 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(4)(r) - food storage, prohibited areas (c)”Observed scoops stored in sugar, chili powder, and lamb. Repeat violation. C/a: Store scoops outside of food product itself.
−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.04(4)(k) - in-use utensils, between-use storage (c)”Observed wet nesting of stacked dishes. C/a: Allow dishes to properly air dry prior to stacking.
−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.05(10)(a) - equipment & utensils, air-drying required (c)”Observed walls and ceilings in kitchen with excess debris and spills. C/a: Clean non-food contact surfaces regularly.
−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.05(7)(d) - nonfood-contact surfaces (c)”Observed two missing ceiling tiles above bathroom area. Observed ceiling tile missing above kitchen door entrance. C/a: Have ceiling tiles replaced/repaired.
−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 42 points, but only 38 points are accounted for above — the published record for this visit is incomplete. See the full report at ga.healthinspections.us.
B87December 3, 20254 violations
Inspectors recorded 4 violations involving food storage.
Observed sliced onion and bell peppers stored uncovered in WIC. Observed mozzarella cheese and cauliflower and other food items stored uncovered in RIC below prep top cooler across from grill line. Repeat violation. C/a: Cover all food in storage.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(4)(c)1(iv) - packaged & unpackaged food, food stored covered(c)”Observed slivered almonds and two powders/seasonings stored in blank containers. C/a: Label all foods stored outside its original container and/or packaging.
−3 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(4)(d) - food storage containers identified with common name of food (c)”Observed sauces and other food items stored on floor in dry goods area. C/a: Store all food product at least 6" off ground.
−3 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(4)(r) - food storage, prohibited areas (c)”Observed scoop left inside container of seasoning in dry goods area. C/a: Store scoops outside of food product itself.
−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.04(4)(k) - in-use utensils, between-use storage (c)”B89May 22, 20254 violations
Inspectors recorded 4 violations, 2 of them critical, involving cleaning & sanitizing, pest control and food storage.
Observed several clean dishes with food residue and debris. C/A: Store clean dishes separate from food prep areas.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.05(7)(a)1 - equipment, food-contact surfaces,& utensils (pf)”Observed excessive fly and gnat presence in kitchen. C/A: Determine a suitable method to deter flies from kitchen area.
−3 points · Cited as “511-6-1.07(5)(k) - controlling pests (pf, c)”Observed sliced red onions & several sauces stored uncovered in RIC. Repeat violation. C/A: Cover all food in storage.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(4)(c)1(iv) - packaged & unpackaged food, food stored covered(c)”Observed missing ceiling tiles in women's restroom and hallway. Repeat violation. C/A: Repair/replace missing ceiling tiles.
−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.07(2)(f),(g) - wall & ceiling coverings & coatings; wall & ceiling attachments (c)”U67May 8, 20258 violations
Inspectors recorded 8 violations, 4 of them critical, involving food storage, cleaning & sanitizing and management & training.
Observed raw shrimp stored above ready-to-eat cheese in RIC. C/A: Follow proper storage order.
−9 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(4)(c)1(i)(ii)(iii)(v)(vi)(vii)(viii) - packaged & unpackaged food separation, packaging, and segregation (p, c)”Observed build up on bulk ice machine. Repeat violation. C/A: Clean food contact surfaces regularly.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.05(7)(b) - food contact surfaces and utensils - cleaning frequency (p, c)”Observed no employee reporting agreements. C/A: Have all employees sign reporting agreements & have copies available during inspections.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.03(2)(o) - person-in-charge duties (pf)”Observed dark soy sauce w/ an expiration date of 2/13/25. Observed several food items in WIC w/o labels. Repeat violation. C/A: Label all food being stored over 24 hours. Throw out food past its expiration date.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(6)(g) - ready-to-eat time/temperature control for safety food, date marking (pf)”Observed red onion, shrimp, & cheese stored uncovered in RIC. Repeat violation. C/A: Cover all food in storage.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(4)(c)1(iv) - packaged & unpackaged food, food stored covered(c)”Observed large pot of rice stored on floor uncovered, propping the door open. C/A: Store food 6in or above from the floor.
−3 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(4)(q) - food storage (c)”Observed wet nesting of stacked pans. Repeat violation. C/a: Allow dishes to properly air dry prior to stacking.
−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.05(10)(a) - equipment & utensils, air-drying required (c)”Observed leak in WIC ceiling. Repeat violation. C/A: Fix issue with WIC & contain water from leak from contaminating food potentially.
−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 33 points, but only 30 points are accounted for above — the published record for this visit is incomplete. See the full report at ga.healthinspections.us.
B80November 6, 20249 violations
Inspectors recorded 9 violations, 4 of them critical, involving cleaning & sanitizing, temperature control and pest control.
Observed build up on bulk ice machine. Repeat violation. C/a: Clean food contact surfaces regularly.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.05(7)(b) - food contact surfaces and utensils - cleaning frequency (p, c)”Observed several containers holding food with no labels in WIC and dry storage. Observed expired green chili sauce with 5/10/24 use by date. C/a: Label all food being stored over 24 hours. Throw out food past its expiration date.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(6)(g) - ready-to-eat time/temperature control for safety food, date marking (pf)”Observed live cockroach activity behind prep top cooler. C/a: Contact pest control operator ASAP for cockroach issue.
−3 points · Cited as “511-6-1.07(5)(k) - controlling pests (pf, c)”Observed no test strips for buckets claiming to have sanitizer. C/a: Obtain test strips for sanitizer buckets.
−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.05(3)(h),(i),(j) - temperature measuring device, manual warewashing; sanitizing solutions, testing device (pf)”Observed several sauces and spice pot stored uncovered. C/a: Cover all food in storage.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(4)(c)1(iv) - packaged & unpackaged food, food stored covered(c)”Observed large pot containing herbs for soup left stored on floor in dry storage. C/a: Store food 6" or higher off floor.
−3 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(4)(r) - food storage, prohibited areas (c)”Observed scoop left stored in rice in WIC. Repeat violation. C/a: Store scoops outside of food product itself.
−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.04(4)(k) - in-use utensils, between-use storage (c)”Observed wet nesting of stacked pans. Repeat violation. C/a: Allow dishes to properly air dry prior to stacking.
−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.05(10)(a) - equipment & utensils, air-drying required (c)”Observed leak in WIC ceiling. C/a: Fix issue with WIC and contain water from leak from contaminating food potentially.
−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.07(2)(f),(g) - wall & ceiling coverings & coatings; wall & ceiling attachments (c)”B88May 13, 20245 violations
Inspectors recorded 5 violations, 2 of them critical, involving cleaning & sanitizing and food storage.
Observed build up on outer edges and inner corners of ice machine. C/a: Clean food contact surfaces regularly.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.05(7)(b) - food contact surfaces and utensils - cleaning frequency (p, c)”Observed soiled mop improperly stored. C/a: Hang mop up to dry.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.07(6)(c) - storage, separation (p)”Observed wiping cloths, soiled and scattered, across prep top counters. C/a:Store wiping cloths in sanitizer when not in use.
−3 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(4)(m) - wiping cloths, use limitation (c)”Observed scoops stored in chicken on prep top cooler and rice in WIC. C/a: Store scoops outside of food itself.
−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.04(4)(k) - in-use utensils, between-use storage (c)”Observed wet nesting of stacked pans. C/a: Allow dishes to properly air dry prior to stacking.
−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.05(10)(a) - equipment & utensils, air-drying required (c)”C79May 2, 20243 violations
Inspectors recorded 3 violations, 1 of them critical, involving temperature control and food storage.
Observed tomatoes, onions, and shredded lettuce cold holding above 41 degrees F. Repeat violation. C/a: Cold hold food at 41 degrees F or lower. Have prep top cooler outside of dry storage area serviced and remove food from equipment if it cannot be fixed to cold hold appropriately.
−9 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(6)(f) - time/temperature control for safety; cold holding (p)”Observed meatballs, cilantro, and samosas stored uncovered. Repeat violation. C/a: Cover all food in storage.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(4)(c)1(iv) - packaged & unpackaged food, food stored covered(c)”Observed raw chicken stored above ready to eat foods in WIC. Repeat violation. C/a: Follow correct storage order. Store raw meats below any ready to eat foods.
−3 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(4)(q) - food storage (c)”This inspection deducted 21 points, but only 16 points are accounted for above — the published record for this visit is incomplete. See the full report at ga.healthinspections.us.
U59April 24, 202413 violations
Inspectors recorded 13 violations, 4 of them critical, involving temperature control, cleaning & sanitizing and pest control.
Observed employee leave kitchen area, touch several objects (tablet, cell phone) and return to kitchen to begin cutting vegetables without thoroughly washing hands. C/a: Wash hands prior to all food prep and in between changing tasks.
−9 points · Cited as “511-6-1.03(5)(c) - when to wash (p)”Observed shredded cheese left sitting out uncovered at 72 degrees F. Observed onions at 68 degrees F. C/a: Cold hold food at 41 degrees F or lower.
−9 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(6)(f) - time/temperature control for safety; cold holding (p)”Observed ice machine with brown buildup. C/a: Clean food contact surfaces as needed.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.05(7)(b) - food contact surfaces and utensils - cleaning frequency (p, c)”Observed Raid bug spray in kitchen above 3-compartment sink. C/a: If a pest issue is present, seek out professional pest control.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.07(6)(l) - restricted use pesticide (p)”Observed employee plate rice for immediate service, with no gloves. Observed employee's bare hands come in contact with ready to eat food.
−9 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(4)(a)1,2,3,4(i) - preventing contamination from hands (p), (pf), (c)”Observed cheese, onions, and sauce stored uncovered in WIC and RIC. Repeat violation. C/a: Cover all food in storage.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(4)(c)1(iv) - packaged & unpackaged food, food stored covered(c)”Observed several food items and products stored outside original packaging in dry storage area. Repeat violation. C/a: Label food stored outside its original packaging clearly.
−3 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(4)(d) - food storage containers identified with common name of food (c)”Observed chicken thawing improperly in prep sink. C/a: Utilize proper thawing methods.
−3 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(6)(c) - thawing (c)”Observed several employees wearing watches, bracelets, rings, and handling phones during food prep. C/a: Refrain from using cell phones and wearing excessive jewelry during food preparation.
−3 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(4)(z) - miscellaneous sources of contamination (c)”Observed wiping cloths scattered and soiled across countertops. C/a: Place wiping cloths in sanitizer buckets when not in use.
−3 points · Cited as “511-6-1.05(10)(b) - wiping cloths, air drying location (c)”Observed scoops stored in sauces in WIC. C/a: Store scoops outside of food product itself.
−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.04(4)(k) - in-use utensils, between-use storage (c)”Observed wet nesting of stacked dishes. Repeat violation. C/a: Allow dishes to properly air dry prior to stacking.
−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.05(10)(a) - equipment & utensils, air-drying required (c)”Observed excess debris and clutter on floors in dry storage, WIC. Observed several areas in need of wiping down. Observed missing ceiling tile above men's restroom.
−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)”B86October 5, 20234 violations
Inspectors recorded 4 violations, 1 of them critical, involving pest control and food storage.
Observed Raid bug spray stored behind bar area. Observed handheld vacuum stored on food in dry storage. C/a: Store cleaning equipment away from all food. Use pest control to eliminate pests, Raid is not for food service establishments, it is residential use only.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.07(6)(l) - restricted use pesticide (p)”Observed sauce in WIC stored without label or covering. Repeat violation. C/a: Cover all food in storage.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(4)(c)1(iv) - packaged & unpackaged food, food stored covered(c)”Observed several food products stored outside original packaging without labels in dry storage area. Observed sugar in bin with no label. C/a: Label all food that is stored outside its original packaging.
−3 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(4)(d) - food storage containers identified with common name of food (c)”Observed wet nesting of stacked pans and bowls. C/a: Allow dishes to properly air dry prior to stacking.
−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.05(10)(a) - equipment & utensils, air-drying required (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-121-001336. Verify this record at ga.healthinspections.us. Georgia’s inspection records are published by county health district, not from a single statewide portal.