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Southern Star Grill
153 E OAK ST , MC RAE, GA 31055 · Health inspection record from Georgia Department of Public Health
Most recent inspection (November 3, 2026): Inspectors recorded 1 violation involving food-safety requirements. This restaurant scored as low as 84 on May 14, 2024 — see the full history below.
Inspection history
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A99November 3, 20261 violation
Inspectors recorded 1 violation involving food-safety requirements.
Several spots on the ceiling need repair. Ceilings must be smooth and easily cleanable.
−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.07(2)(a) - floor, walls, & ceilings, cleanability (c)”A91June 9, 20261 violation
Inspectors recorded 1 violation, 1 of them critical, involving temperature control.
TCS foods in the walk-in cooler observed at 47-48F. The PIC was able to provide proof that they had two delivery trucks back to back causing the temperature increase in the last two hours. The walk-in cooler appears to be function properly.
−9 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(6)(f) - time/temperature control for safety; cold holding (p)”A98October 30, 20253 violations
Inspectors recorded 3 violations involving facility upkeep.
Observed utensils in the kitchen and drink preparation area stored in water between 70°F and 90°F. Observed utensils stored on top of food in the prep cooler.
−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.04(4)(k) - in-use utensils, between-use storage (c)”Walls in the kitchen damaged near the ice machine and the back of the 3-campartment sink. Walls must be smooth and easily cleanable.
−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.07(2)(a) - floor, walls, & ceilings, cleanability (c)”Observed vape device stored on box on canola oil. Personal items must be stored in a designated location away from food preparation and storage.
−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)”A96June 3, 20251 violation
Inspectors recorded 1 violation involving menu & labeling.
Observed that menu items offered undercooked or raw (e.g., new york strip, grilled salmon, rib eye, etc.) were not properly asterisked to the consumer advisory located at the bottom of the menu. This does not meet the requirements of the Georgia Food Code [511-6-1-.04(3)(a)] regarding consumer advisories for raw or undercooked animal-derived foods. Food items that are served raw or undercooked must be clearly marked (e.g., with an asterisk) and linked to a footnote containing an appropriate consumer advisory. Failure to properly disclose and remind customers of the potential health risks constitutes a violation. Corrective Action: Menu will be updated to ensure all applicable food items are properly asterisked and linked to the consumer advisory statement. Provide verification upon reinspection.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1-.04(7)(e) - consumer advisory provided for raw/undercooked”A91December 10, 20241 violation
Inspectors recorded 1 violation, 1 of them critical, involving food storage.
Observed raw animal food (ground beef) stored over ready-to-eat food (ribs). Raw animal products must be stored in a way to prevent overhead contamination. COS - Ground beef removed at time of inspection.
−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)”B84May 14, 20243 violations
Inspectors recorded 3 violations, 2 of them critical, involving temperature control and cleaning & sanitizing.
Reheated food (beef and vegetable soup) for hot holding not reaching 165 degrees Fahrenheit within 2 hours. COS - Soup discarded and went over reheating procedures with the CFSM.
−9 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(5)(h) - reheating for hot holding (p)”Observed prepared container of ready-to-eat potentially hazardous food (coleslaw and ribs) that does not bear a consume/sell by date/label. COS - Person-in-charge was able to prove food was prepared on Friday and labeled the food during the inspection.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(6)(g) - ready-to-eat time/temperature control for safety food, date marking (pf)”Observed personal item (cellphone) stored with food on a food preparation table. COS - Cellphone removed and the table sanitized.
−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)”A94November 21, 20231 violation
Inspectors recorded 1 violation, 1 of them critical, involving temperature control.
Observed opened/prepared packages of ready-to-eat potentially hazardous food (ham) that does not bear a datemark. COS - Ham dated by the PIC.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(6)(g) - ready-to-eat time/temperature control for safety food, date marking (pf)”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 134111. Verify this record at ga.healthinspections.us. Georgia’s inspection records are published by county health district, not from a single statewide portal.