Athens, Clarke County

Mediterranean Grill Inc

1591 S LUMPKIN ST ATHENS, GA 30605

Food

Latest score

Feb 26, 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 26, 2026

Routine

Score: 885 violations

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6-2 - proper date marking and disposition

Regulation: 511-6-1.04(6)(g) - ready-to-eat time/temperature control for safety food, date marking (pf)

4 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Observed several items in establishment without discard dates. Corrective action (CA): Ready-to-eat (RTE) food must have a discard date not more than 7-days including the day of preparation. Discard dates were added to time/temperature control for safety (TCS) foods.

10D - food properly labeled; original container

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

3 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed no written notification stating which of the nine major food allergens may be present in food establishment.

18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present

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

3 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Observed basement door propped open. Keep all exterior doors closed. Door shut 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: NoRepeat: No

Observed containers stacked wet on shelf.

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

Observed boxes and other debris on ground around dumpsters.

Aug 29, 2025

Routine

Score: 922 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

Observed no paper towels stocked at back hand wash sink. CA: Hand wash sinks must be stocked with paper towels at all times. Paper towels stocked during inspection.

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

Regulation: 511-6-1.07(6)(b) - working containers, common name (pf)

4 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Observed spray bottles in kitchen not labeled as to contents. CA: If transferred, common name of chemical must be labeled on new container. Person in charge (PIC) labeled bottles as sanitizer during inspection.

Feb 12, 2025

Routine

Score: 963 violations

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18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present

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

3 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed 4 dead roaches in cabinets beneath fountain drink machine.

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 on make table heavily marked and stained.

15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean

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

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed debris buildup on vent hood filters above flat top grill.

Aug 23, 2024

Routine

Score: 923 violations

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

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

4 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: Yes

Observed bottle of Ortho Home Defense insecticide in cabinet beneath fountain drink machine. Corrective action (CA): This is not approved for use in food service establishment. Product removed 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: No

Observed clean pans stacked wet. Pans side-stacked during inspection.

17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean

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

1 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Observed mop stored head down in service sink. Mop stored inverted to dry during inspection.

Feb 22, 2024

Routine

Score: 922 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

Observed employee cleaning dining tables with sanitizer spray bottle and wiping cloth. Corrective action (CA): A single-use paper towel must be used for each table when utilizing the sanitizer spray bottle method.

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

Two bottles of Ortho Home Defense insecticide observed by mop sink in kitchen. CA: These are not approved for use in food facilities. Remove product. Bottles removed during inspection.

Aug 25, 2023

Routine

Score: 913 violations

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1-2B - certified food protection manager

Regulation: 511-6-1.03(3)(c) - certification documentation (pf)

4 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Food Protection Manager certificate not posted in facility. Corrective action (CA): Food Protection Manager certificate must be posted in an area visible to the public.

18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present

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

3 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

3 juvenile roaches observed in hallway storage closet.

16A - hot and cold water available; adequate pressure

Regulation: 511-6-1.06(1)(g),(h) - water supply, capacity; pressure (pf)

2 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Cold water handle not functional at back hand sink. CA: Repair hand sink.