Feb 5, 2026
Routine
4123 FORSYTH RD STE I MACON, GA 31210
Inspection scores over time for this facility.
Georgia inspection history is score-based, with violations grouped under each recorded inspection.
Routine
Routine
Regulation: 511-6-1.03(5)(g) - jewelry (c)
Observed male employee working with a bracelet on his wrist; PIC with watch on his wrist. PIC removed the watch before EHS could address the issue. (g) Jewelry. Except for a plain ring such as a wedding band food employees may not wear jewelry including medical information jewelry on their arms and hands while preparing food. EHS informed the PIC that no jewelry is allowed except for a plain wedding band.
Regulation: 511-6-1.03(5)(j) - hair restraints (c)
Observed male employee making salads without a hair restraint. (i) Hair Restraints.
Regulation: 511-6-1.07(2)(m) - outer openings protected (c)
Observed visible light present at the base of the back door. (m) Outer Openings, Protected.
(i) Filling or closing holes and other gaps along floors, walls, and ceilings;
(ii) Closed, tight-fitting windows; and
(iii) Solid, self-closing, tight-fitting doors.
The requirements in paragraph 1 of this subsection does not apply if a food service establishment opens into a larger structure, such as a mall, airport, or office building, or into an attached structure, such as a porch, and the outer openings from the larger or attached structure are protected against the entry of insects and rodents.
Exterior doors used as exits need not be self-closing if they are:
(i) Solid and tight-fitting. EHS informed the PIC of the need to install a door sweep at the door.
Regulation: 511-6-1.04(4)(k) - in-use utensils, between-use storage (c)
Observed portion cups used as scoops at the salad prep top. k)Storage of In-Use Utensils. During pauses in food preparation or dispensing, food preparation and dispensing utensils shall be stored:
1.Except as specified under paragraph 2 of this subsection, in the food with their handles above the top of the food and the container. EHS informed the PIC who removed the cups and placed scoops in the product.
Regulation: 511-6-1.05(10)(e)1,2,4 - equipment, utensil, linens, stored 6" off floor in clean, dry location (c)
Observed plates/dishes(kitchen) and single service container(register) stored with the food contact surface exposed. (e) Equipment, Utensils, Linens, and Single-Service and Single-Use Articles.
(i) In a clean, dry location;
(ii) Where they are not exposed to splash, dust, or other contamination. EHS informed the PIC to flip the dishes or cover them to proctect the food contact surface.
Regulation: 511-6-1.05(3)(h),(i),(j) - temperature measuring device, manual warewashing; sanitizing solutions, testing device (pf)
Observed facility without the proper test strips for checking concentration; chlorine test strips although the facility is using quaternary ammonium. (i) Sanitizing Solutions, Testing Devices. A test kit or other device that accurately measures the concentration in mg/L of sanitizing solutions shall be provided. Pf EHS informed the PIC of the need to purchase the correct test strips.
Regulation: 511-6-1.05(3)(h),(i),(j) - temperature measuring device, manual warewashing; sanitizing solutions, testing device (pf)
Observed facility without the proper test strips for checking concentration; chlorine test strips although the facility is using quaternary ammonium. (i) Sanitizing Solutions, Testing Devices. A test kit or other device that accurately measures the concentration in mg/L of sanitizing solutions shall be provided. Pf EHS informed the PIC of the need to purchase the correct test strips.
Routine
Regulation: 511-6-1.04(4)(c)1(iv) - packaged & unpackaged food, food stored covered(c)
Observed multiple items stored uncovered in refrigeration units; pecans and croutons cooling on speed-rack without overhead protection. iv) Except as specified under paragraph 2. of this subsection and when cooling as specified in DPH Rule 511-6-1-.04(6)(e)2.(ii), storing the food in packages, covered containers, or wrappings, except for loosely covered or uncovered containers in which food is being cooled if protected from overhead contamination. EHS informed kitchen manager that items must be covered to prevent overhead contamination.
Regulation: 511-6-1.03(5)(j) - hair restraints (c)
Observed male employee working with a beard 4inches or longer and no beardguard. (i) Hair Restraints.
Regulation: 511-6-1.04(4)(k) - in-use utensils, between-use storage (c)
Observed scoops handles stored in cooked rice in the 2-door refrigerator. k)Storage of In-Use Utensils. During pauses in food preparation or dispensing, food preparation and dispensing utensils shall be stored:
1.Except as specified under paragraph 2 of this subsection, in the food with their handles above the top of the food and the container;
2.In food that is not time/temperature control for safety food with their handles above the top of the food within containers or equipment that can be closed, such as bins of sugar, flour, or cinnamon;
3.On a clean portion of the food preparation table or cooking equipment only if the in-use utensil and the food-contact surface of the food preparation table or cooking equipment are cleaned and sanitized at a frequency specified under DPH Rule 511-6-1-.05(7)(b) and (8)(a);
4.In running water of sufficient velocity to flush particulates to the drain, if used with moist food such as ice cream or mashed potatoes;
In a clean, protected location if the utensils, such as ice scoops, are used only with a food that is not time/temperature control for safety food; or
In a container of water if the water is maintained at a temperature of at least 135°F (57°C) and the container is cleaned at a frequency specified under DPH Rule 511-6-1-.05(7)(b)3(vi). EHS informed the kitchen manager of the need to store the utensil where the handle is not touching the product/or on a clean surface not exposed to contamination.
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)
Observed employee water bottle stored on refrigeration shelving alongside facility product. b) Designated Areas for Employee Activity.
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.
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. EHS informed the kitchen manager of the need to create a separate designated area for employee belongings.
Routine
Regulation: 511-6-1.04(6)(d) - cooling (p)
EHS observed food items in different units that were prepped on yesterday (12/27 see temp logs) with temps between 42-45 degrees. EHS asked PIC if any of units were opened during prep and PIC stated no.
(d) Cooling.
(i) Within 2 hours from 135°F (57°C) to 70°F (21°C); P and
(ii) Within a total of 6 hours from 135°F (57°C) to 41°F (5°C) or less. P
Time/temperature control for safety food shall be cooled within 4 hours to 41°F (5°C) or less if prepared from ingredients at ambient temperature, such as reconstituted foods and canned tuna. P
Except as specified under paragraph 4 of this subsection, a time/temperature control for safety food received in compliance with laws allowing a temperature above 41°F (5°C) during shipment from the supplier shall be cooled within 4 hours to 41°F (5°C). P
Raw eggs shall be received and immediately placed in refrigerated equipment that maintains an ambient air temperature of 41°F (5°C) or less. P PIC tossed items. This was COS. EHS informed PIC that foods can be uncovered when cooling just as other foods were in REF.
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)
EHS observed built up grease on hood vents. Head chef informed PIC that facility has been busy since the holidays began and havent had time to clean hood system. Hood system is due to be cleaned in January.
The food-contact surfaces of cooking equipment and pans shall be kept free of encrusted grease deposits and other soil accumulations.
Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be kept free of an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris.
EHS informed PIC that in between scheduled cleanings, hood vents can be cleaned to avoid build up. This must be corrected by 1/01/23
Regulation: 511-6-1.07(5)(a),(b) - good repair, physical facilities maintained; cleaning, frequency & restrictions, cleaned often enough to keep them clean (c)
EHS observed food debris on WIF floor. EHS also observed stained ceiling tiles and splatter on walls near and under hood vents.
(5) Maintenance and Operation.
(a) Good Repair. All physical facilities shall be maintained in good repair.
(b) Cleaning, Frequency and Restrictions.
The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean and by methods that prevent contamination of food products.
Except for cleaning that is necessary due to a spill or other accident, cleaning shall be done during periods when the least amount of food is exposed, such as after closing.
If present, playground equipment and associated areas shall be maintained in a clean and sanitary condition. In addition, a cleaning and sanitizing plan along with cleaning and sanitizing records for playground equipment and associated areas shall be maintained within the food service establishment for review upon request by the Health Authority. Further, such cleaning and sanitizing plan for employees to follow in the event of encountering vomitus or fecal matter shall be included and submitted at the time of permit application as specified in DPH Rule 511-6-1-.02(1)(c). Pf
Informed PIC to either have ceiling tiles cleaned or replaced. EHS also informed PIC to ensure that floors stay clean in WIF. EHS informed PIC to ensure that walls are cleaned at a frequency to avoid buildup. This must be corrected by 1/1/24