Macon, Bibb County

COD TAIL

1034 GRAY HWY MACON, GA 31211

Food
Latest score
93
Apr 9, 2026
City
Macon
County
Bibb
Inspections
5

Score history

Inspection scores over time for this facility.

Inspection history

Georgia inspection history is score-based, with violations grouped under each recorded inspection.

Apr 9, 2026

Routine

Score: 933 violations

8-2B - toxic substances properly identified, stored, used

Regulation: 511-6-1.07(6)(b) - working containers, common name (pf)

4 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

EHS observed unmarked white bottle filled with unknown fluid stored on drying rack next to 3C sink.

Working containers used for storing poisonous or toxic materials such as cleaners and sanitizers taken from bulk supplies shall be clearly and individually identified with the common name of the material.

PIC labeled bottle.

14C - single-use/single-service articles: properly stored, used

Regulation: 511-6-1.05(6)(r) - single-service/single-use articles, use limitations (c)

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: Yes

EHS observed:

-cardboard lining used on prep line for shelving in drying rack, customer prep area, oil storage rack -single service cups used as scoops in flour, sugar

Single-service and single-use articles may not be reused.

PIC to discard cardboard, cups; if lining is needed a smooth, nonabsorbent, cleanable material must be used.

17D - adequate ventilation and lighting; designated areas used

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

EHS observed:

-bag, jacket stored atop oil storage rack -rubix cube, drill, personal cups/bowls stored with customer items on drying rack -bin of employee-only items stored on top rack above customer food in WIC.

Lockers or other suitable facilities shall be located in a designated room or area where contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens and single-service and single-use articles cannot occur.

PIC to appropriately separate employee items.

Aug 26, 2025

Routine

Score: 981 violation

14C - single-use/single-service articles: properly stored, used

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: Yes

EHS observed:

-cardboard lining used on prep line for shelving -single service cups used as scoops in flour, sugar

Single-service and single-use articles may not be reused.

PIC to discard cardboard; if lining needed a smooth, nonabsorbent, cleanable material must be used.

Jan 29, 2025

Routine

Score: 973 violations

14C - single-use/single-service articles: properly stored, used

Regulation: 511-6-1.05(6)(r) - single-service/single-use articles, use limitations (c)

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

EHS observed cardboard box lining used on prep line for shelving.

Single-service and single-use articles may not be reused.

PIC to discard cardboard; if lining needed a smooth, nonabsorbent, cleanable material must be used.

15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean

Regulation: 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)

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

EHS observed interior top of service line had significant buildup of food debris, grease.

Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be kept free of an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris.

PIC to clean area, maintain.

17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean

Regulation: 511-6-1.07(5)(a),(b) - good repair, physical facilities maintained; cleaning, frequency & restrictions, cleaned often enough to keep them clean (c)

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

EHS observed vent slats of grill hood with grease buildup, dripping down flashing below.

The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean and by methods that prevent contamination of food products.

PIC to increase cleaning frequency, maintain.

Jul 10, 2024

Routine

Score: 884 violations

2-1B - hands clean and properly washed

Regulation: 511-6-1.03(5)(b) - cleaning procedure (p)

9 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

EHS observed employee not using soap in the hand sink. Employee only used water and then spit in the hand sink.

Corrective action- PIC needs to re train employees about properly washing their hands.

511-6-1.03(5)(b) - Cleaning Procedure (P) (b) Cleaning Procedure.

  1. Except as specified in paragraph 4 of this subsection, food employees shall clean their hands and exposed portions of their arms, including surrogate prosthetic devices for hands or arms, for at least 20 seconds, using a cleaning compound in a handwashing sink that is properly equipped. P

  2. Food employees shall use the following cleaning procedure in the order stated to clean their hands and exposed portions of their arms, including surrogate prosthetic devices for hands and arms:

(i) Rinse under clean, running warm water; P

(ii) Apply an amount of cleaning compound recommended by the cleaning compound manufacturer; P

(iii) Rub together vigorously for at least 10 to 15 seconds while:

(I) Paying particular attention to removing soil from underneath the fingernails during the cleaning procedure, P and

(II) Creating friction on the surfaces of the hands and arms or surrogate prosthetic devices for hands and arms, finger tips, and areas between the fingers; P

(iv) Thoroughly rinse under clean, running warm water; P and

(v) Immediately follow the cleaning procedure with thorough drying using disposable paper towels, a continuous towel system, or a heated-air hand drying device. P

  1. To avoid recontaminating their hands or surrogate prosthetic devices, food employees may use disposable paper towels or similar clean barriers when touching surfaces such as manually operated faucet handles on a handwashing sink or the handle of a restroom door.

  2. If approved and capable of removing the types of soils encountered in the food operations involved, an automatic handwashing facility may be used by food employees to clean their hands or surrogate prosthetic devices.

14C - single-use/single-service articles: properly stored, used

Regulation: 511-6-1.05(6)(r) - single-service/single-use articles, use limitations (c)

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

EHS observed food items being stored in bread wrapping paper. Also, there was a single use glove in the prep top cooler.

Corrective action- PIC needs to make sure that employees are not reusing single use items. Items should be used one time and properly discarded.

511-6-1.05(6)(r) - Single-Service/Single-Use Articles, Use Limitations (C) (r) Single-Service and Single-Use Articles, Use Limitation.

  1. Single-service and single-use articles may not be reused.

  2. The bulk milk container dispensing tube shall be cut on the diagonal leaving no more than one inch protruding from the chilled dispensing head.

15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean

Regulation: 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)

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

EHS observed the inside of the warmer was rusty and needed to be properly cleaned and also had leftover food debris.

Corrective action- PIC needs to make sure that all equipment is being properly washed to reduce any rust or food build up on equipment being used in the facility.

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) 2. The food-contact surfaces of cooking equipment and pans shall be kept free of encrusted grease deposits and other soil accumulations.

  1. Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be kept free of an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris.

17D - adequate ventilation and lighting; designated areas used

Regulation: 511-6-1.07(4)(b) - designated areas for employee activity, located to prevent contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens, & single service articles (c)

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

EHS observed two black bags being store with to go plates. Also in the reach in cooler a employee was storing their lunch where they store the food items that they serve the public.

Corrective action- PIC needs to create a designated area for employee items.

511-6-1.07(4)(b) - Designated Areas for Employee Activity, located to prevent contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens, & single service articles (C) (b) Designated Areas for Employee Activity.

  1. Areas designated for employees to eat, drink, and use tobacco shall be located so that food, equipment, linens, and single-service and single-use articles are protected from contamination.

  2. Lockers or other suitable facilities shall be located in a designated room or area where contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens and single-service and single-use articles cannot occur.

May 9, 2024

Initial

Score: 991 violation

15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean

Regulation: 511-6-1.05(7)(d) - nonfood-contact surfaces (c)

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

EHS observed inside the prep table top that there was food debris on the corner of the prep table and in between the containers.

Corrective action- PIC needs to make sure that they are routinely cleaning around the prep top table to keep any food debris from building up inside of the prep table.

511-6-1.05(7)(d) - Nonfood-Contact Surfaces (C) (d) Nonfood-Contact Surfaces. Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be cleaned at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil residues.