Tybee Island, Chatham County

Bernies Oyster House

13 TYBRISA ST. TYBEE ISLAND, GA 31328

Food

Latest score

Jan 12, 2026

City

Tybee Island

County

Chatham

Inspections

Score history

Inspection scores over time for this facility.

Inspection history

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

Jan 12, 2026

Routine

Score: 982 violations

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14B - utensils, equipment and linens: properly stored, dried, handled

Regulation: 511-6-1.05(10)(e)1,2,4 - equipment, utensil, linens, stored 6" off floor in clean, dry location (c)

1 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Observed multiple utensils (tongs, Knife) not in active use stored in a clean area with food debris built up on them. COS CA: PIC placed items to be washed. RCA: Items shall be stored Where they are not exposed to splash, dust, or other contamination

15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean

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

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed build up on gaskets roll top in reach in cooler. Observed grease build-up on electrical outlets behind fryers.

RCA: Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be cleaned at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil residues

May 15, 2025

Routine

Score: 961 violation

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4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized

Regulation: 511-6-1.05(7)(a)1 - equipment, food-contact surfaces,& utensils (pf)

4 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed ice machine to have build-up on baffle and front interior wall. RCA: All food-contact surfaces shall be cleaned to sight and touch.

Feb 15, 2024

Routine

Score: 923 violations

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6-2 - proper date marking and disposition

Regulation: 511-6-1.04(6)(h) - ready-to-eat time/temperature control for safety food, disposition (p)

4 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Observed alfredo sauce that contained a mold-like build-up. CA: PIC discarded immediately. Staff shall be trained to inspection food disposition and discard regularly RCA: 511-6-1.04(6)(h) - Ready-To-Eat Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food, Disposition (P) (h) Ready-to-Eat, Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food, Disposition.

18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present

Regulation: 511-6-1.07(2)(m) - outer openings protected (c)

3 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Observed back kitchen door wide open without air curtain on. When entering the kitchen, two flies were observed. CA: PIC closed door and turned on air curtain.

15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean

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

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed build-up in keg cooler in bar around gaskets and bottom tray of unit. Observed build-up in tall reach-in coolers in main kitchen. Observed build-up in unused oyster cooler. RCA: Equipment shall be cleaned to sight and touch to prevent contamination of food and equipment.

Nov 22, 2023

Issued Provisional Permit

Score: 923 violations

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2-2D - adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible

Regulation: 511-6-1.06(2)(c) - handwashing sinks, installation (pf, c)

4 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Observed cold water handle in bar to not be working. RCA: Handsinks shall remain in good repair and have both cold and hot water available to mix.

12C - wiping cloths: properly used and stored

Regulation: 511-6-1.04(4)(m) - wiping cloths, use limitation (c)

3 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed wiping cloths used as liners throughout facility. RCA: Wiping cloths shall only be used for cleaning and shall be stored in sanitizer if wet. The cloths shall be removed or replaced with a commerical grade liner.

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

Observed heavy water accumulation from condensation in the bottom of main kitchen roll-top cooler and bar kegerator. RCA: 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) 3. Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be kept free of an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris.