Athens, Clarke County

Thai Spoon

149 N LUMPKIN ST ATHENS, GA 30601

Food

Latest score

Apr 20, 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 20, 2026

Routine

Score: 923 violations

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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

Spring rolls cooling in deep pan in top of make table. Person in charge (PIC) moved spring rolls to walk-in cooler to facilitate rapid cooling.

18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present

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

3 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Light gaps present along side and bottom of back door.

14A - in-use utensils: properly stored

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

1 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: Yes

Scoop handle touching food in bulk rice containers and chili powder. PIC removed scoop handles from food.

Oct 28, 2025

Routine

Score: 914 violations

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10D - food properly labeled; original container

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

3 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Observed multiple bulk containers in kitchen containing white powder with no common name labeled. Person in charge (PIC) labeled containers.

18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present

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

3 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed two live insects in kitchen.

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 handle touching food in unlabeled white powder container above right make table. Pitcher used as scoop in bulk sugar with handle touching food.

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: YesRepeat: Yes

Observed employee make-up bag stored in food prep area. Observed employee iced coffee in cup stored with cocktail mixer set and syrups. Observed employee phone stored on can of food in dry storage area. Employee belongings relocated to proper area.

Apr 14, 2025

Routine

Score: 962 violations

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12C - wiping cloths: properly used and stored

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

3 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Chlorine sanitizer in kitchen sanitizer bucket at concentration below 50ppm; not in active use. Added chlorine to sanitizer bucket to reach concentration of 50ppm.

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: YesRepeat: No

Observed employee storage in front food service area near food preparation and storage (jacket and bag). Employee belongings moved to proper area.

Mar 3, 2025

Routine

Score: 835 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 eggs stored above ready-to-eat (RTE) vegetables from walk-in cooler (WIC). CA: Store raw animal foods below and separate from RTE food to prevent contamination. Eggs moved to proper shelf in WIC.

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

Observed chlorine concentration in sanitizer bucket below 50 ppm. CA: Chlorine sanitizer shall have a concentration between 50-100ppm. Chlorine sanitizer re-prepared to reach concentration of 100ppm.

12D - washing fruits and vegetables

Regulation: 511-6-1.04(4)(g) - washing fruits & vegetables (pf)

3 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed vegetable sink used to dump sanitizer bucket. Vegetable sink shall be used for no other purpose than washing vegetables.

14A - in-use utensils: properly stored

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

1 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Handle of scoop in bulk sugar container in direct contact with sugar. Handle moved so that it won't contaminate sugar.

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 metal and plastic containers stacked wet on dry dish shelf. Allow to fully air dry before stacking.

Sep 12, 2024

Routine

Score: 961 violation

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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 Stanley cup observed on prep table in kitchen. Corrective action (CA): All employee drinks must be in a disposable cup with a lid and straw, stored below and separate from food, utensils, equipment, linens, single-use/single-service (FUELS) items. Cup removed from kitchen.

Feb 21, 2024

Routine

Score: 924 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

Chlorine concentration below 50 ppm in two actively in use cloth buckets. Corrective action (CA): Chlorine sanitizer should be kept between 50-100 ppm. Chlorine added to buckets - concentration now between 50-100 ppm.

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

Buildup of mold in bulk ice machine. CA: Have ice machine cleaned more frequently to prevent buildup.

15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean

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

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: Yes

Vent hood has buildup of grease.

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

Buildup of grease on floor under fryer. Air vent over 3-compartment sink has dust buildup.

Aug 8, 2023

Routine

Score: 884 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

Both make table top levels - not holding TCS foods at 41 or below. Discard top level foods every 6 hours until units are repaired or replaced. Items discarded. Monitor frequently. COS

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

Make tables (sandwich prep units-both) not holding temperature

15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean

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

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Buildup & spills or grime on walk-in unit shelving, inside & out of reach - in units, bottom of work tables - 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: Yes

VCT flooring cracked and heavily worn in areas. Keep patched until full replacement with more durable flooring.