Athens, Clarke County

Athens Cooks

100 PRINCE AVE STE 103 ATHENS, GA 30601

Food

Latest score

Apr 1, 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.

Apr 1, 2026

Routine

Score: 923 violations

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1-2A - pic present, demonstrates knowledge, performs duties

Regulation: 511-6-1.03(2)(a)-(n)(p),(q) - responsibility of pic (pf)

4 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Establishment does not have a designated Person in Charge (PIC) on site at time of inspection. Corrective action (CA): The Certified Food Safety Manager (CFSM) shall designate a PIC capable of performing PIC duties whenever the CFSM is not present.

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 cooked chicken breasts cooling in Walk-in Cooler (WIC) using improper cooling methods (packed into deep covered pans with pans stacked on top of each other). Chicken transferredd to sheet pans on speed rack to facilitate rapid cooling.

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

Regulation: 511-6-1.05(1)(i) - nonfood-contact surfaces (c)

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Raw wood used as shelving in dry storage. Paint or seal raw wood to render it nonabsorbant.

Sep 23, 2025

Routine

Score: 962 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: NoRepeat: No

Opened bulk bag of flour observed stored on shelf in kitchen. Corrective action: Opened foods shall be stored in covered or sealed containers.

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

Incorrect dining table sanitizing methods described by person in charge. Corrective action: Dining tables shall be sanitized using approved methods only (two bucket method, spray bottle with clean paper towel, approved table wipes).

Feb 17, 2025

Routine

Score: 971 violation

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10D - food properly labeled; original container

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

3 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Observed milk held and used past expiration date. Several containers of milk in walk-in cooler (WIC) dated to expire 02/15/2025. Milk discarded.

Sep 6, 2024

Routine

Score: 923 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 travel tumbler and opened Powerade bottle stored on prep table in kitchen. Corrective action (CA): Employee drinks at work stations shall be in single-use cups with lids and straws. Drinks removed.

12C - wiping cloths: properly used and stored

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

3 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Observed sanitizer bucket stored on floor in coffee area. Store above the floor. Bucket raised off floor.

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 scoop stored in bulk flour container with handle touching food. Observed cup without handle stored in bulk sugar container. Scoops removed.

Feb 28, 2024

Routine

Score: 943 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: NoRepeat: No

Opened bulk bags of sugar and flour not stored in covered or sealed containers in dry storage. Container of butter stored uncovered above make table. Corrective action (CA): Opened foods are to be stored in covered or sealed containers to prevent contamination.

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

Regulation: 511-6-1.02(1)(d) - displaying of the inspection report (c)

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Inspection report not posted to allow unobstructed viewing. Post 5'-7' from floor in a location that allows for one-foot approach.

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

Clean plates not stored covered or inverted on dish shelf in back.

Aug 7, 2023

Routine

Score: 807 violations

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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

Cheeses in front merchandiser cooler & half & Half in café prep cooler observed above 41F. Items discarded or re-located . Replace café cooler with a cooler designed for open product. Monitor front display or have serviced. COS

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

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

4 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Commercial food slicer observed with food debris under blade. Instructed to fully break down & sanitize . COS

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

Regulation: 511-6-1.07(6)(e) - conditions of use (p, pf, c)

4 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Quat sanitizer buckets - cafe & back kitchen >500ppm . Instructed to dilute . Recommended auto- dispensing system. COS

14C - single-use/single-service articles: properly stored, used

Regulation: 511-6-1.05(6)(r) - single-service/single-use articles, use limitations (c)

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Reuse of fish tubs used to store kitchen ware - purchase sturdy storage container. Fish tubs do not hold up to frequent washing & are meant to be single-use.

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

Cage cooler & front display not holding TCS Temps of 41F or below. Café cooler not approved for open foods. Replace or monitor closely. Service display cooler & m onitor or do not store TCS product here

15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean

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

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Inside coolers, bottoms work tables - not clean - food debris , spills . Clean more frequently

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

Floors under equipment - debris- clean more frequently