Wilmington Island, Chatham County

Savannah Country Club(Main Kitchen)

501 WILMINGTON ISLAND RD SAVANNAH, GA 31410

Food
Latest score
99
Feb 4, 2026
City
Wilmington Island
County
Chatham
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.

Feb 4, 2026

Routine

Score: 993 violations

14A - in-use utensils: properly stored

Regulation: 511-6-1.04(4)(k) - in-use utensils, between-use storage (c)

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed scoop of flour stored on top of storage bin and not within a clean or protected area. Observed scoop within sugar stored with handle touching food product. RCA: 511-6-1.04(4)(k) - In-Use Utensils, Between-Use Storage (C) 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;

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: NoRepeat: No

Observed clean knives stored behind the maginetic knife holder on the wall. RCA: Clean utensils shall be stored in a clean location.

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: NoRepeat: No

Observed plates and bowls stored on shelves on main cook line that were not inverted or protected from overhead contamination. RCA: Clean utensils and dishes shall be stored in a way that protects from contamination.

Jun 6, 2025

Routine

Score: 902 violations

6-1A - proper cold holding temperatures

Regulation: 511-6-1.04(6)(f) - time/temperature control for safety; cold holding (p)

9 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Observed pico tomatoes and blue cheese dressing cold-holding above 41F in prep-top cooler. Observed an ambient temperature of 49F. (see temperature log). Observed beef tips and shrimp cold-holding above 41 in reach-in cooler. Observed sandwiches and hot dogs cold-holding above 41F in reach-in cooler in golf snack bar. COS: PIC discarded of all TCS foods held in units and will have units serviced before placing TCS items back in units.

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: YesRepeat: No

Observed open bottle of water stored next cutting boards and food in prep area. COS: PIC removed water bottle from prep table.

Jul 3, 2024

Routine

Score: 962 violations

12A - contamination prevented during food preparation, storage, display

Regulation: 511-6-1.04(4)(q) - food storage (c)

3 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Observed a bowl stored on arugula in prep top cooler. CA: PIC removed tossing bowl. Bowl may be stored in cooler if there is a lid protecting the food product from the bottom of the bowl.

12C - wiping cloths: properly used and stored

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

3 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: Yes

Observed black napkins used as shelf liner in bar under glasses and mats. Observed black napkins used as shelf liner in server's station under pitchers of beverages and glasses. CA: PIC removed all napkins used as liner. PIC may replace with rubber mats or commercial grade shelf liner.

Dec 28, 2023

Routine

Score: 974 violations

12A - contamination prevented during food preparation, storage, display

Regulation: 511-6-1.04(4)(z) - miscellaneous sources of contamination (c)

3 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Observed a box of gloves and labeling tape stored on cutting board on prep line. CA: PIC removed these items and placed them on the shelf.

12A - contamination prevented during food preparation, storage, display

Regulation: 511-6-1.04(4)(q) - food storage (c)

3 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed containers of cooking oil stored on the floor of the basement kitchen. RCA: PIC shall obtain an additional shelf to store oil 6 inches above the floor. 511-6-1.04(4)(q) - Food Storage (C) (q) Food Storage.

  1. Except as specified in paragraphs 2 and 3 of this subsection, food shall be protected from contamination by storing the food:

(i) In a clean, dry location;

(ii) Where it is not exposed to splash, dust, or other contamination; and

(iii) At least 6 inches (15 cm) above the floor.

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 on an active prep station. The wiping cloths were dry but they were in contact with the food product. CA: PIC removed the wiping cloths and placed in the correct locations. RCA: 511-6-1.04(4)(m) - Wiping Cloths, Use Limitation (C) (m) Wiping Cloths, Use Limitation.

12C - wiping cloths: properly used and stored

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

3 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed towel used as a shelf liner under spices on cook line. RCA: 511-6-1.04(4)(m) - Wiping Cloths, Use Limitation (C) (m) Wiping Cloths, Use Limitation.

  1. Cloths in-use for wiping food spills from tableware and carry-out containers that occur as food is being served shall be:

(i) Maintained dry; and

(ii) Used for no other purpose.

Jun 30, 2023

Routine

Score: 815 violations

4-1A - food separated and protected

Regulation: 511-6-1.04(4)(c)1(i)(ii)(iii)(v)(vi)(vii)(viii) - packaged & unpackaged food separation, packaging, and segregation (p, c)

9 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Observed raw salmon in reach-in cooler stored over and next to RTE items. Observed par cooked chicken stored above fish, whole cuts of beef and pork, and ground meats. Observed RTE pulled pork stored in a container with wrapped raw whole cuts of beef and wrapped raw ground beef. Observed shelled eggs and liquid egg cartons stored next to apples. CA: PIC rearranged all food items to correctly organize according to cook temperature.

6-1A - proper cold holding temperatures

Regulation: 511-6-1.04(6)(f) - time/temperature control for safety; cold holding (p)

9 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Observed reach-in cooler to have been closed with a wiping cloth draping over the gasket preventing the door from fully closing. All products within the cooler ranged from 43F-51F. CA: PIC discarded all TCS foods (butter, heavy cream, buttermilk, tuna, cheese, baked potato, au jus, gravies and sauces, liquid egg, mussels.

6-1C - proper cooling time and temperature

Regulation: 511-6-1.04(6)(d) - cooling (p)

9 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Observed par cooked chicken wings to be cold-held at temperatures of 43F-47F. Condensation was present on the underside of the covering and all other foods within the reach-in drawer were held at proper temperatures. CA: PIC discarded wings and will educate staff on proper cooling methods.

14A - in-use utensils: properly stored

Regulation: 511-6-1.04(4)(k) - in-use utensils, between-use storage (c)

1 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Observed bowl being used as scoop and stored within panko crumbs. CA: PIC removed bowl.

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

Regulation: 511-6-1.05(10)(g)2 - kitchen and tableware, properly handled to protect food-/lip-contact surfaces (c)

1 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Observed plates and bowls stored on shelves around facility that were not inverted or protected from overhead contamination. CA: PIC inverted all dishes or placed wrapped top plate to protect.