Athens, Clarke County

Dooley's Bar and Grill

259 E BROAD ST ATHENS, GA 30601

Food

Latest score

May 15, 2026

City

Athens

County

Clarke

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.

May 15, 2026

Routine

Score: 903 violations

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

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

4 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Observed multiple chemical spray bottles hanging on the handles of the bulk sugar and flour containers. Corrective action (CA): Chemicals shall be stored in a location separate from food, equipment, utensils, & single-service items. Spray bottles moved to designated chemical storage.

10D - food properly labeled; original container

Regulation: 511-6-1.04(7)(d) - other forms of information (c)

3 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: Yes

Written notification not provided to consumers declaring the presence of major food allergens in unpackaged food.

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: Yes

Observed buildup of grime and debris on kitchen floor under and behind equipment.

Oct 24, 2025

Routine

Score: 925 violations

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2-2B - proper eating, tasting, drinking, or tobacco use

Regulation: 511-6-1.03(5)(k)1&2 - eating, drinking, or using tobacco (c)

4 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Observed employee sports bottle stored on top of paper towel dispenser in kitchen. Corrective action (CA): Employee drinks stored or consumed in the kitchen shall be in single-use cups with lids and straws. Drink removed.

2-2D - adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible

Regulation: 511-6-1.06(2)(o) - using a handwashing sink- operation & maintenance (pf)

4 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Observed sliced lemons in salad station hand sink. CA: Hand sinks are to be used for no other purpose than handwashing. Lemons removed.

2-2D - adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible

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

4 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Bar hand sink not stocked with paper towels. CA: All hand sinks shall be supplied with approved hand drying provisions. Sink restocked with paper towels.

10D - food properly labeled; original container

Regulation: 511-6-1.04(7)(d) - other forms of information (c)

3 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Written notification not provided to consumers declaring the presence of major food allergens in unpackaged food.

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

Buildup of grime/debris observed on floors and walls throughout establishment, especially behind equipment.

Jun 20, 2025

Routine

Score: 932 violations

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2-2D - adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible

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

4 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Downstairs men's room handsink not stocked with paper towels for hand drying. Corrective action (CA): Handsinks shall be kept properly stocked. Paper towel dispenser refilled.

18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present

Regulation: 511-6-1.07(5)(k) - controlling pests (pf, c)

3 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Live roach observed in kitchen. Have pest control inspect and treat facility.

Dec 16, 2024

Routine

Score: 903 violations

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5-1B - proper reheating procedures for hot holding

Regulation: 511-6-1.04(5)(h) - reheating for hot holding (p)

9 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Previously cooked and cooled grilled onions reheating for hot holding on the griddle not reheated to 165F within 2 hours (recorded temperature at 80F after 2 hours). Corrective action (CA): Time/temperature control for safety (TCS) foods shall be reheated to 165F within 2 hours prior to hot holding. Onions discarded.

17A - toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, cleaned

Regulation: 511-6-1.06(5)(h) - toilet room receptacle, covered (c)

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Covered waste receptacle not provided in stall in upstairs ladies room.

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

Observed dried liquid spills on wall below downstairs bar.

Jun 14, 2024

Routine

Score: 933 violations

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4-2A - food stored covered

Regulation: 511-6-1.04(4)(c)1(iv) - packaged & unpackaged food, food stored covered(c)

4 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Observed opened bag of corn starch stored on shelf in back room. Corrective action (CA): Opened foods are to be stored in sealable containers. Product transferred to cambro.

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

Observed black mold in upstairs ice machine. CA: Ice machine is to be cleaned frequently enough to prevent mold growth.

10D - food properly labeled; original container

Regulation: 511-6-1.04(8)(b) - expired foods (p)

3 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Observed expired half & half in bar cooler (exp. date 06/07/2024). "Sell by" or "Use By" dates on dairy products is the discard date. Discarded.

Dec 13, 2023

Routine

Score: 902 violations

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4-1A - food separated and protected

Regulation: 511-6-1.04(4)(j) - food contact with equipment & utensils, and linens (p)

9 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Observed opened drink cans stored in contact with beverage ice in ice bin at downstairs bar. Corrective action (CA): Beverage ice is for consumption only and shall not come in contact with unclean items. Drinks removed and all ice dumped.

17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean

Regulation: 511-6-1.07(1)(a) - indoor materials (c)

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed raw exposed wood under hand sink in upstairs men's room. Paint or stain raw wood to render it nonabsorbent.

Jun 15, 2023

Routine

Score: 972 violations

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16B - plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

Regulation: 511-6-1.06(2)(j) - backflow prevention device when required (p)

2 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Hose connected to upstairs mop sink without a hose bibb vacuum breaker.

13A - posted: permit/inspection/choking poster/handwashing

Regulation: 511-6-1.07(3)(d) - handwashing signage (c)

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Employee handwash signage absent in downstairs women's restroom.