Athens, Clarke County

China Star

3567 ATLANTA HIGHWAY ATHENS, GA 30606

Food

Latest score

Feb 10, 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.

Feb 10, 2026

Routine

Score: 806 violations

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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 pork stored on top of carrots & raw beef stored beside and touching bucket of potatoes & green onions in walk-in cooler. CA: Maintain proper storage order of raw below ready-to-eat (RTE), & proteins in order by cook temp. PIC rearranged walk-in cooler to correct storage order.

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 drinks in plastic cups above prep surface in kitchen; Observed employee open bottle of water stored on shelf above food in dry storage area. Corrective action (CA): All employee drinks must be in a disposable cup with lid & straw and stored away from food & prep areas. Person in charge (PIC) removed employee drinks.

2-2D - adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible

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

4 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

No paper towels available in kitchen hand sinks; Dispenser not working properly. CA: Hand sinks must be supplied with paper towels or dryer at all times.

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 fried sushi rolls cooling in sushi prep cooler in deep pan and covered. PIC moved sushi rolls to shallow open pan in walk-in cooler to facilitate rapid cooling.

12C - wiping cloths: properly used and stored

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

3 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Observed multiple wet cloths not stored in sanitizer buckets throughout kitchen. PIC placed cloths in buckets.

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 handles touching food in bulk rice & sugar containers in dry storage area.

Aug 11, 2025

Routine

Score: 855 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: Yes

Observed multiple containers of food throughout establishment (walk-in cooler, beneath make table, in reach-in cooler) not covered. Corrective action (CA): All food must be stored covered to prevent contamination unless in active cooling. Person in charge (PIC) covered all containers as they were found during inspection.

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

Regulation: 511-6-1.05(6)(n) - manual and mechanical warewashing equipment, chemical sanitization-temperature, ph, concentration, hardness (p,pf)

4 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Sanitizer concentration (chlorine) observed to be at 0ppm in dishwashing machine. CA: Chlorine sanitizer shall be maintained between 50-100ppm. PIC advised to use 3-compartment sink until dishwashing machine can maintain correct sanitizer concentration.

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

Household RAID found in dry storage area. CA: All pest control pesticides must be administered by a professional. PIC discarded can of RAID.

18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present

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

3 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed multiple dead roaches throughout kitchen. PIC called pest control during inspection.

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: Yes

Observed multiple plastic and metal bins stacked wet on shelf in warewashing area. PIC diagonally stacked bins to allow for air-drying.

Mar 12, 2025

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 multiple containers of food throughout establishment coolers not stored covered (potatoes in walk-in cooler, meat in prep coolers, etc.). CA: Other than food that is actively cooling, all food must be stored covered to prevent from contamination. Covers added to food containers.

16B - plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

Regulation: 511-6-1.06(2)(r) - system maintained in good repair (p, c)

2 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Sprinkler system in vegetable walk-in cooler (WIC) leaking. Advised PIC not store any food under/near leak. PIC to call maintenance for WIC.

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 several metal pans stacked wet on dry dish shelf near 3-compartment sink. Person in charge (PIC) stacked pans in a way allowing air dry.

Sep 25, 2024

Routine

Score: 923 violations

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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: Yes

Observed mold on wall inside ice machine by deflector plate. Corrective action (CA): Ice machine must be cleaned thoroughly and as frequent as necessary to prevent mold growth.

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 handles of scoop in bulk rice and sugar storage containers in contact with food. Scoops removed during inspection.

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

Regulation: 511-6-1.05(6)(b) - cutting surfaces (c)

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed cutting board heavily marked and stained.

Feb 21, 2024

Routine

Score: 894 violations

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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: YesRepeat: No

Employees sanitizing tables with bucket of soapy water followed by bucket of sanitizer water. Corrective action (CA): When using 2 bucket method, both buckets must be filled with sanitizer water. One bucket is used for the cleaning step, the other used for the sanitizing step. Soapy water replaced with sanitizer water (100 ppm chlorine) during inspection.

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 noodles at 100F cooling in top of make table. CA: Cool foods uncovered in shallow pans in walk-in cooler. Noodles cooked 30 minutes prior to inspection. Person in charge (PIC) reheated noodles to 165F and placed them on buffet line.

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

Regulation: 511-6-1.04(4)(t) - food preparation (c)

3 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Splash guard not present between prep table and cook line hand sink. CA: Provide splash guard made of smooth, non-absorbent, easily cleanable material.

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

Gasket torn on door to freezer in produce walk-in cooler.

Aug 9, 2023

Routine

Score: 878 violations

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

Regulation: 511-6-1.05(6)(n) - manual and mechanical warewashing equipment, chemical sanitization-temperature, ph, concentration, hardness (p,pf)

4 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

3 comp sink sanitizer - no Sani detected . 2 cloth buckets in front kitchen- no Sani detected . bleach added. change out frequently. COS

18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present

3 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: Yes

Live roaches observed on wall near dish area. Instructed to contact pest control ASAP and to monitor for activity.

14A - in-use utensils: properly stored

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

1 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Rice Scoop & 2 containers of spatulas in room temperature water. Store dry or in water >135F COS

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

Prep pans stacked wet in dish drying area. Loose side stack to allow airflow and drainage while drying.

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

Regulation: 511-6-1.05(4)(b) - fixed equipment, spacing or sealing (c)

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: Yes

Back hand sink unsealed from wall

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

Regulation: 511-6-1.05(6)(q)1&3 - good repair & calibration (c)

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Plastic tabs and lexan container lids throughout - broken or chipped. Inspect all & replace if cracked or damaged

15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: Yes

Storage shelves in walk-in units - food debris buildup. Worn table bottoms, shelving in cook and back kitchens. Grease buildup. Clean areas more frequently.

17B - garbage/refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained

Regulation: 511-6-1.06(5)(o),(p) - using drain plugs; maintaining refuse areas (c)

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Section of broken / missing tiles in WIC (produce) at freezer door. Heavy spills / buildup in WIF on floor