Athens, Clarke County

CAVA

145 ALPS RD ATHENS, GA 30606

Food
Latest score
96
Jun 5, 2026
City
Athens
County
Clarke
Inspections
7

Score history

Inspection scores over time for this facility.

Inspection history

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

Jun 5, 2026

Routine

Score: 961 violation

11A - proper cooling methods used: adequate equipment for temperature control

Regulation: 511-6-1.04(6)(e) - cooling methods (pf, c)

3 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: Yes

Tomato/onion salad cooling in walk-in cooler in deep, covered metal pans. Person in charge (PIC) removed lids and put in shallow pans to facilitate rapid cooling.

Jan 9, 2026

Routine

Score: 952 violations

11A - proper cooling methods used: adequate equipment for temperature control

Regulation: 511-6-1.04(6)(e) - cooling methods (pf, c)

3 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Observed tomato/onion and tomato/cucumber salad cooling covered & in deep containers. Person in charge (PIC) moved items to shallow pans, uncovered adn on ice baths for rapid cooling.

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: Yes

Multiple plastic tubs and metal pans stacked wet on shelving in warewashing area.

Jul 17, 2025

Routine

Score: 903 violations

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

Regulation: 511-6-1.05(7)(b) - food contact surfaces and utensils - cleaning frequency (p, c)

4 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Person in charge (PIC) explained that establishment uses one bucket with reusable cloth to clean tables. CA: Dining room tables shall be cleaned using two-bucket method or sanitizer in spray bottle with one use paper towel.

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

Regulation: 511-6-1.07(6)(c) - storage, separation (p)

4 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Observed bottle of cleaner stored directly beside single use cups under register. CA: Toxic materials such as cleaners/sanitizers shall be stored so that they cannot contaminate single use items with spacing or partitioning. COS: PIC advised to move cleaner in spray bottle away from single use items

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: Yes

Observed numerous metal containers stacked wet on cart and shelving in ware washing area. Stack in a position that allows for air dry.

Jan 16, 2025

Routine

Score: 991 violation

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 numerous metal and plastic pans/containers stacked wet on dry dish shelving above oven, and by 3-compartment sink. Stack in position that allows for air-drying.

Aug 13, 2024

Routine

Score: 961 violation

2-2D - adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible

Regulation: 511-6-1.07(3)(b) - hand drying provision (pf)

4 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed no paper towels available in either restroom. Corrective action (CA): Paper towels must be provided at all handwashing sinks. Restrooms require touching of door knob to exit, thus hand dryer not sufficient for restrooms.

Feb 22, 2024

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

Multiple time/temperature control for safety (TCS) foods above 41F in make table #2 and cold line. Corrective action (CA): All TCS foods must be kept at 41F or less. TCS foods discarded.

15A - food and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, and used

Regulation: 511-6-1.05(6)(a) - good repair & proper adjustment (c)

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Make table #2 not keeping TCS foods at 41F or less. Get unit serviced.

Sep 13, 2023

Routine

Score: 991 violation

17B - garbage/refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained

Regulation: 511-6-1.06(5)(n) - covering receptacles (c)

1 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Doors not closed on dumpster and lid not shut on recycling unit.