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3318 WASHINGTON RD , MARTINEZ, GA 30907 · Health inspection record from Georgia Department of Public Health
Most recent inspection (October 7, 2026): Inspectors recorded 4 violations, 1 of them critical, involving temperature control, food storage and handwashing & hygiene.
Inspection history
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B80October 7, 20264 violations
Inspectors recorded 4 violations, 1 of them critical, involving temperature control, food storage and handwashing & hygiene.
Observed chicken-50F and chicken-48F cold-held above 41F. C/A: Maintain cold-held TCS/PHS's at 41F or below.
−9 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(6)(f) - time/temperature control for safety; cold holding (p)”Observed food items stored uncovered inside the reach-in-freezer in the front food service area. C/A: Store all food items covered at all times.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(4)(c)1(iv) - packaged & unpackaged food, food stored covered(c)”Observed an employee not wearing a hair restraint during active food prep. C/A: Employees must wear a hair restraint (beard restraints when applicable) during active food prep/cooking.
−3 points · Cited as “511-6-1.03(5)(j) - hair restraints (c)”Observed no food service permit for the facility. C/A: Obtain and post permit.
−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.02(1)(f)(1) - permit, displayed (c)”This inspection deducted 20 points, but only 17 points are accounted for above — the published record for this visit is incomplete. See the full report at ga.healthinspections.us.
C70September 8, 202614 violations
Inspectors recorded 14 violations, 6 of them critical, involving temperature control, cleaning & sanitizing and handwashing & hygiene.
Observed chicken-50F and lima beans-43F cold-held above 41F inside the holding units in the kitchen. C/A: Maintain all cold-held TCS/PHF's at 41F or below at all times.
−9 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(6)(f) - time/temperature control for safety; cold holding (p)”Observed greens hot-held at 109F. C/A: Maintain all hot-held TCS/PHF's at 135F or above at all times.
−9 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(6)(f) - time/temperature control for safety; hot holding (p)”Observed black buildup inside the bulk ice machine. Observed buildup inside and around the microwave. C/A: Clean the ice machine and the microwave. Increase cleaning frequency to limit buildup.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.05(7)(b) - food contact surfaces and utensils - cleaning frequency (p, c)”Observed no handwashing soap and no paper towels at the handwashing sink in the kitchen. C/A: Ensure all handwashing sinks are fully supplied at all times.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.07(3)(a) - handwashing cleanser, availability (pf)”Observed flies throughout the kitchen. C/A: Consult with a licensed pest control operator to get rid of flies.
−3 points · Cited as “511-6-1.07(5)(k) - controlling pests (pf, c)”Observed no test strips for the sanitizer being used. C/A: Obtain the proper test strips for the sanitizer being used.
−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.05(3)(h),(i),(j) - temperature measuring device, manual warewashing; sanitizing solutions, testing device (pf)”Observed standing water on floors/in broken tiles and inside the walk-in-cooler. C/A: Clean up standing water throughout service. Check for/repair leaks.
−2 points · Cited as “511-6-1.06(4)(a) - sewage, other liquid waste mobile holding tank, capacity and drainage (c)”Observed no food service permit for the establishment. C/A: Obtain and post permit. Keep permit posted at all times.
−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.02(1)(f)(1) - permit, displayed (c)”Observed a bowl left inside a container of breaded okra. C/A: When storing utensils/scoops with food, ensure the utensil/scoop has a handle and the handle is above the food and the container.
−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.04(4)(k) - in-use utensils, between-use storage (c)”Observed wet nesting of clean dishes. C/A: Allow dishes to properly air dry before being stacked.
−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.05(10)(a) - equipment & utensils, air-drying required (c)”Observed buildup on several cooking equipment and holding equipment throughout the kitchen. C/A: Clean all equipment. Increase cleaning frequency to limit buildup.
−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)”Observed the drain plugs missing from both dumpsters used by the facility. C/A: Replace.
−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.06(5)(o),(p) - using drain plugs; maintaining refuse areas (c)”Observed buildup on the floors, walls, ceilings/vents throughout the kitchen. C/A: Clean all floors, walls, ceilings/vents. Increase cleaning frequency.
−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.07(2)(a) - floor, walls, & ceilings, cleanability (c)”Observed employee drinks stored with customer food inside the reach-in-cooler. C/A: Store all employee items in a designated area at all times.
−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.07(4)(b) - designated areas for employee activity, located to prevent contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens, & single service articles (c)”B85March 5, 20264 violations
Inspectors recorded 4 violations, 2 of them critical, involving temperature control and facility upkeep.
Observed potato salad, rice, and chicken wings improperly cold holding in WIC. C/a: Cold hold food at 41 degrees F or lower. Food should be thrown out.
−9 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(6)(f) - time/temperature control for safety; cold holding (p)”Observed WIC ambient at 51 degrees F. Observed foods stored within cooler not at proper temperatures. C/a: Have WIC repaired ASAP. Remove from walk in and store elsewhere in the mean time.
−3 points · Cited as “511-6-1.05(3)(a) - cooling, heating, and holding capacities (pf)”Observed scoop stored in flour and sugar containers. 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 dust on ceilings above food prep areas. Repeat violation. C/a: Clean/wipe down ceiling tiles.
−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)”B88September 25, 20255 violations
Inspectors recorded 5 violations, 1 of them critical, involving pest control, food storage and facility upkeep.
Observed noticeable fly presence throughout kitchen. C/a: Determine a suitable method to deter flies from kitchen.
−3 points · Cited as “511-6-1.07(5)(k) - controlling pests (pf, c)”Observed container of what appeared to be homemade ranch with no labeling in WIC. C/a: Label food stored outside of its original container.
−3 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(4)(d) - food storage containers identified with common name of food (c)”Observed gravy stored on floor in WIC. C/a: Store food at least 6 inches off the floor.
−3 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(4)(r) - food storage, prohibited areas (c)”Observed employee wearing bracelet during food prep. C/a: Refrain from jewelry outside of a plain band ring.
−3 points · Cited as “511-6-1.03(5)(g) - jewelry (c)”Observed dust on ceilings above food prep areas. C/a: Clean/wipe down ceiling tiles.
−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)”B81March 10, 20256 violations
Inspectors recorded 6 violations, 2 of them critical, involving cleaning & sanitizing, chemical safety and handwashing & hygiene.
Observed build up inside bulk ice machine. 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 several working containers without any labeling. C/a: Label working containers with common name of chemical.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.07(6)(b) - working containers, common name (pf)”Observed no paper towels at hand sink in main kitchen area. C/a: Keep sinks stocked with soap and paper towels at all times. Corrected-on-site.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.07(3)(c) - handwashing aids & devices, use restrictions (c)”Observed lettuce stored uncovered in WIC. 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 employee preparing banana pudding not wearing a hairnet. Observed employee on main line wearing bracelets. C/a: Wear hairnets and refrain from jewelry outside of a plain band ring.
−3 points · Cited as “511-6-1.03(5)(j) - hair restraints (c)”Observed dust on ceilings above food prep area. Observed missing ceiling tiles. C/a: Clean dusty ceiling tiles. Repair/replace missing ceiling tiles.
−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)”B82October 9, 20244 violations
Inspectors recorded 4 violations, 2 of them critical, involving handwashing & hygiene and pest control.
Observed employee touch face, not wash hands, and proceed with food prep (touching sides of sauce cups without gloves). Repeat violation. C/a: Wash hands after touching face or other items. Use gloves and do not have bare hand contact with food for service.
−9 points · Cited as “511-6-1.03(5)(c) - when to wash (p)”Observed excessive flies throughout kitchen, especially near banana pudding prep. C/a: Determine method to deter flies from establishment.
−3 points · Cited as “511-6-1.07(5)(k) - controlling pests (pf, c)”Observed employee wearing Apple watch. Observed employee wearing bracelet. Observed no employees wearing hairnets. C/a: No jewelry on the hands or wrists are allowed outside of a plain band ring. Employees need to wear hairnets.
−3 points · Cited as “511-6-1.03(5)(j) - hair restraints (c)”Observed scoop stored inside sugar container. 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)”B80April 15, 20246 violations
Inspectors recorded 6 violations, 2 of them critical, involving handwashing & hygiene, cleaning & sanitizing and food storage.
Observed employee handle raw chicken with gloves, proceed to walk outside to grab other food. Employee came back in and opened box of frozen okra and put on new gloves without washing hands. Observed same employee put on new gloves and proceed to pull up his pants before returning to food preparation. C/a: Wash hands between different tasks and when hands/gloves have been contaminated by contact with other things.
−9 points · Cited as “511-6-1.03(5)(c) - when to wash (p)”Observed build up in ice machine and spiget for sweet tea. Observed blod dripping from pork chops in RIC down below onto container lid labeled "chicken". C/a: Clean ice machine and drink machine. Clean up blood in RIC.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.05(7)(b) - food contact surfaces and utensils - cleaning frequency (p, c)”Observed pork chops stored uncovered in RIC. 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 chicken sitting in ice water tole to be "thawing" by an employee. Repeat violation. C/a: Utilize proper thawing methods. (i.e: under cool running water no greater than 70 degrees F).
−3 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(6)(c) - thawing (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 dumpster lids left open. C/a: Close dumpster lids when not in use.
−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.06(5)(n) - covering receptacles (c)”A91October 5, 20234 violations
Inspectors recorded 4 violations involving cleaning & sanitizing, food storage and handwashing & hygiene.
Observed meat improperly thawing in prep sink near dishwashing area. C/a: Utilize proper thawing methods.
−3 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(6)(c) - thawing (c)”Observed buttermilk stored on floor in WIC. Observed food stored on floor in WIF and dry storage. C/a: Store food 6" or higher off the floor.
−3 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(4)(r) - food storage, prohibited areas (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)”Observed men's restroom with no paper towels at hand washing sink. C/a: Keep all handwashing sinks stocked with soap and paper towels.
−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.06(5)(g)3 - storage areas, rooms, & receptacles, capacity & availability of trash can if using paper towels at each sink ©”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-121-0461. Verify this record at ga.healthinspections.us. Georgia’s inspection records are published by county health district, not from a single statewide portal.
