Athens, Clarke County

Captain D's #3877

425 PRINCE AVE ATHENS, GA 30601

Food

Latest score

Feb 2, 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 2, 2026

Routine

Score: 875 violations

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

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

4 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Can opener not clean to sight and touch in storage on kitchen work table. CA: Keep can opener clean to sight and touch.

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

Regulation: 511-6-1.05(7)(c) - cooking & baking equipment (c)

4 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: Yes

Food debris in cavity of microwave oven. CA: Clean interior of microwave oven every 24h during period of use. Repeat.

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

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

4 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Cleaning chemicals stored with condiments at front service counter. CA: Store cleaning chemicals below and separate from food, utensils, single service items, equipment, and clean linen. COS- Employee moved chemicals to approved location.

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

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

1 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Most recent inspection report not displayed 15ft from front door, 5-7 feet from floor and one foot approach by public. COS- PIC moved report to approved location.

15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean

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

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: Yes

Accumulation of mold and dust observed on fan guard in WI. Accumulation of food debris observed on vent hood in kitchen. Repeat.

Jul 28, 2025

Routine

Score: 828 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

Mold growth observed in ice machine and on dispenser nozzles at drink dispensers located in dining room. CA: Clean and sanitize drink nozzles and ice machine frequently enough to preclude mold growth. Repeat.

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

Regulation: 511-6-1.05(7)(c) - cooking & baking equipment (c)

4 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Food debris observed in cavity of microwave oven. CA: Clean microwave oven every 24h during period of use.

10D - food properly labeled; original container

Regulation: 511-6-1.04(4)(d) - food storage containers identified with common name of food (c)

3 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Bulk container of sugar located at front counter not labeled as to identity of contents

12B - personal cleanliness

Regulation: 511-6-1.03(5)(g) - jewelry (c)

3 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: Yes

Employee wearing wrist watch during food preparation. Repeat. COS- Employee removed wrist watch and washed hands before continuing with food preparation.

14A - in-use utensils: properly stored

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

1 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Food scoop stored between uses in container of room temperature water . COS- Scoop replaced and stored dry between uses.

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

Metal pans stacked wet after washing . Repeat.

15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean

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

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: Yes

Food debris on nonfood contact surfaces of vat fryer. Repeat.

17B - garbage/refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained

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

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Dumpster door left open after last use.

Jan 30, 2025

Routine

Score: 8310 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 growth in ice maker at rear kitchen. Observed mold growth on ice chute at self service drink dispenser in dining area. CA: Clean and sanitize ice machine and ice chute frequently enough to preclude mold growth. Repeat

12B - personal cleanliness

Regulation: 511-6-1.03(5)(g) - jewelry (c)

3 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Employee wearing wrist watch during food handling.

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

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

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: Yes

Most recent inspection report not posted at front of establishment or at drive up window. Repeat.

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

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

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Employee hand wash sign not posted in woman's rest room.

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

Food containers stacked wet after washing. Repeat.

15B - warewashing facilities: installed, maintained, used; test strips

Regulation: 511-6-1.05(3)(h),(i),(j) - temperature measuring device, manual warewashing; sanitizing solutions, testing device (pf)

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: Yes

Sanitizer test strips not available for use. Repeat.

15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean

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

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Food debris accumulation observed on nonfood contact surfaces of steam cabinet

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

Damaged floor tiles observed in kitchen. Repeat.

17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean

Regulation: 511-6-1.07(5)(f) - drying mops (c)

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Wet mops not hung to air dry.

17D - adequate ventilation and lighting; designated areas used

Regulation: 511-6-1.07(5)(j) - using dressing rooms & lockers, used for changing clothes and storing employee belongings (c)

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Employee keys stored on kitchen work table.

Jul 30, 2024

Routine

Score: 869 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: No

Food debris observed on ice chute at self-service dispenser at front of dining area. Corrective action (CA): Clean and sanitize ice chute frequently enough to prevent accumulation of food debris.

12B - personal cleanliness

Regulation: 511-6-1.03(5)(j) - hair restraints (c)

3 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Employee not wearing effective hair restraint during food preparation.

12B - personal cleanliness

Regulation: 511-6-1.03(5)(f) - fingernails (pf)

3 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Employee wearing fingernail polish during food preparation.

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

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

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Most recent Inspection Report not posted at front door in designated 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: Yes

Plastic dishware stacked wet after washing.

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: Yes

Ice buildup at threshold in walk-in (WI) freezer.

15B - warewashing facilities: installed, maintained, used; test strips

Regulation: 511-6-1.05(3)(h),(i),(j) - temperature measuring device, manual warewashing; sanitizing solutions, testing device (pf)

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Quaternary ammonium sanitizer test strips not available for use to test solution concentration at 3-compartment sink.

17B - garbage/refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained

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

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Dumpster door left open after last use.

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

Floor tile damage near WI freezer and microwave ovens. Food debris on floor near hot holding (HH) steamer on countertop. Wall damage near 3-compartment sink.

Feb 5, 2024

Routine

Score: 839 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

Employee drink in open cup stored on kitchen countertop. Corrective action (CA): Employee drinks to be stored in single-service cups with lid and straw below and separate from any kitchen work surfaces. Person in charge (PIC) discarded employee drink.

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

Regulation: 511-6-1.05(7)(c) - cooking & baking equipment (c)

4 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Dried food debris in cavity of microwave oven. CA: Clean cavity of microwave every 24 hours during period of use.

12B - personal cleanliness

Regulation: 511-6-1.03(5)(g) - jewelry (c)

3 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Employee wearing wristwatch during food preparation.

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

Metal pans stacked wet after washing.

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

Regulation: 511-6-1.05(1)(a) - materials, general requirements (p, c)

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Use of George Foreman grills not approved for use in Food Service Establishments.

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: Yes

Ice accumulation at threshold of walk-in (WI) freezer.

15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean

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

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Mold growth on fan guard in WI cooler.

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

Floor tile damage at threshold to WI freezer and in front of WI door. Tile damage on wall next to microwave ovens. Beverage syrup on floor beneath self-serve drink dispensers in dining area.

17D - adequate ventilation and lighting; designated areas used

Regulation: 511-6-1.07(5)(j) - using dressing rooms & lockers, used for changing clothes and storing employee belongings (c)

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Employee shoes stored above ketchup at front counter near register.

Aug 7, 2023

Routine

Score: 878 violations

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12B - personal cleanliness

Regulation: 511-6-1.03(5)(j) - hair restraints (c)

3 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: Yes

Observed employee not wearing effective hair restraint during food preparation

18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present

Regulation: 511-6-1.07(2)(m) - outer openings protected (c)

3 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed rear door propped open without screen door present to exclude pests

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

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

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

observed employee handwashing sign not present in women's rest room

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 employee not wearing effective hair restraint during food preparation

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

Observed ice buildup at threshold of walk-in (WI) freezer door.

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

Observed damaged spatula on storage hook

17B - garbage/refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: Yes

Observed dumpster door left open after last use.

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 missing and damaged tiles in rear kitchen at threshold of walk-in (WI) freezer