HAMPTON, Clayton County

Lovejoy Wings Café

11169 TARA BLVD HAMPTON, GA 30228

Food
Latest score
85
Mar 20, 2026
City
HAMPTON
County
Clayton
Inspections
7

Score history

Inspection scores over time for this facility.

Inspection history

Georgia inspection history is score-based, with violations grouped under each recorded inspection.

Mar 20, 2026

Routine

Score: 854 violations

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

Observed facility without a food allergy awareness training. Advised PIC that employees are properlytrained in food safety, including food allergy awareness as it relates to their assigned duties. Advised to obtain/create a food allergy awareness training and provide to the health authority upon request. New violation, correct by 03/20/2026

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 food contact surface of microwave stored as clean (ceiling and interior) in the main kitchen on shelving rack with excessive debris and residue. Advised PIC that equipment food contact surfaces and utensils shall be cleaned at any time during the operation when contamination may occur. Advised to increase the cleaning frequency of the interior of microwave. Repeat, correct by 03/23/2026

16A - hot and cold water available; adequate pressure

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

2 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: Yes

Observed hot water manually shut off at the prep sink in the main kitchen. Advised PIC that hot and cold water under pressure shall be available at all sinks. COS-PIC manually turned on hot water at prep sink.

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 sever staining on ceiling tiles in the main kitchen area. Advised PIC that the physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean and by methods that prevent contamination of food products. Advised PIC to thoroughly clean all ceiling tiles. Repeat, correct by 03/23/2026

Aug 25, 2025

Followup

Score: 817 violations

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 stains on interior food contact portion of microwave in need of cleaning. Advised PIC equipment food-contact surfaces and utensils shall be cleaned: at a frequency specified by the manufacturer; or absent manufacturer specifications, at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil or mold. Advised PIC to increase the cleaning frequency of the microwave in the main kitchen.

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

Regulation: 511-6-1.07(6)(o) - medicines, restriction & storage (p, pf)

4 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed a bottle of medicine stored on top of the front-service reach in freezer #2. Advised PIC Medicines that are in a food service establishment for the employee’s use shall be labeled with a legible manufacturer’s label and located to prevent the contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens, and single-service and single-use articles; and located so they are inaccessible to children.

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

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

4 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed a bottle of super glue stored on the prep table holding bulk containers of seasonings in the main kitchen. Advised PIC poisonous or toxic materials shall be stored so they cannot contaminate food, equipment, utensils, linens, and single-service and single-use articles by Locating the poisonous or toxic materials in an area that is not above food, equipment, utensils, linens, and single-service or single-use articles. Advised PIC to remove bottle of super glue from prep table.

18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present

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

3 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: Yes

Observed main door open with the screen door mesh in disrepair in the back of the main kitchen. Advised PIC outer openings of the establishment shall be protected from rodents and pest by solid, self-closing, tight-fitting doors. Advised PIC to close the back door and to have mesh of the screen door repaired.

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

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

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Upon arrival, observed the most recent inspection report not posted in public view. Advised PIC that the most recent inspection report shall be posted at all times. Advised PIC to obtain the most recent inspection report and to post in public view.

15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean

Regulation: 511-6-1.05(7)(a)2,3 - equipment, food/nonfood-contact surfaces, and utensils, food-contact surfaces of cooking equipment & nonfood-contact surfaces free of accumulations (c)

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: Yes

Observed nonfood contact surfaces of the interior of reach in freezer #1 stored as clean with severe staining and debris at the front food service area. Advised PIC nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be kept free of an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris. Advised PIC to thoroughly clean nonfood contact surface of the interior of reach in freezer #1.

17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean

Regulation: 511-6-1.07(1)(a) - indoor materials (c)

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: Yes

Observed absorbent ceiling tiles in both restrooms. Advised PIC nonabsorbent for areas subject to moisture such as food preparation areas, walk-in refrigerators, warewashing areas, toilet rooms, mobile food service unit servicing areas, and areas subject to flushing or spray cleaning methods. Advised PIC to place nonabsorbent ceiling tiles in both restrooms.

Jul 24, 2025

Routine

Score: 7212 violations

6-1A - proper cold holding temperatures

Regulation: 511-6-1.04(6)(f) - time/temperature control for safety; cold holding (p)

9 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed multiple TCS food items in the reach in cooler (sliced cheese and cooked rice) of the main kitchen and the prep top cooler (cut tomatoes, chicken egg rolls, raw shrimp and raw bacon cold holding in the temperature danger zone above 41F. Advised PIC that when cold holding TCS food items, temperatures shall range between 41 degrees F or below. Advised PIC to create ice baths for both units in order to maintain temperature.

2-2D - adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible

Regulation: 511-6-1.07(3)(a) - handwashing cleanser, availability (pf)

4 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed soap dispenser in disrepair not able to dispense soap. Advised PIC Each handwashing sink or group of two adjacent handwashing sinks shall be provided with a supply of hand cleaning liquid, powder, or bar soap that. Advised PIC to supply hand sink with a working soap dispenser.

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

Observed stains on interior food contact portion of microwave in need of cleaning. Advised PIC equipment food-contact surfaces and utensils shall be cleaned: at a frequency specified by the manufacturer; or absent manufacturer specifications, at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil or mold.

18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present

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

3 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed visible light entry at front and back door of the facility. Advised PIC outer openings of a food service establishment shall be protected against the entry of insects and rodents by solid, self-closing, tight-fitting doors. CA: Advised PIC to place a weatherstrip/sealant on the back door of the facility.

18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present

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

3 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed live roach activity near the 3-compartment sink. Advised PIC that he presence of insects, rodents, and other pests shall be controlled to minimize their presence on the premises by Routinely inspecting the premises for evidence of pests. Advised PIC to contact professional pest control for establishment to be serviced.

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

Observed no label on sauce bowls. Advised PIC that is not provided by a foodservice employee upon consumer request, shall be labeled as specified in law, including 21 CFR 101- Food labeling, and 9 CFR 317 Labeling, marking devices, and containers. label information shall include: the common name of the food, or if there is no common name, an adequately descriptive identity statement.

16A - hot and cold water available; adequate pressure

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

2 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Observed no cold water at handsink, manually shut off. Advised PIC water under pressure shall be provided to all fixtures. COS: Had PIC turn on cold water at handsink.

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 reach in cooler at the front-service area in disrepair with an ambient temperature of 45F. Also observed reach in cooler in the main kitchen with an ambient temperature of 43F and the prep top cooler with an ambient temperature of 53F. Advised PIC ambient air temperature, water pressure, and water temperature measuring devices shall be maintained in good repair and be accurate within the intended range of use. Ambient air temperature, water pressure, and water temperature measuring devices shall be maintained in good repair and be accurate within the intended range of use. Advised PIC to have units serviced.

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

Regulation: 511-6-1.05(6)(f) - warewashing sink, use limitations (c)

1 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Observed food employee handwash at 3-compartment sink. Advised PIC a warewashing sink may not be used for handwashing. COS: Had food employee cease and wash hands at handsink.

15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean

Regulation: 511-6-1.05(7)(a)2,3 - equipment, food/nonfood-contact surfaces, and utensils, food-contact surfaces of cooking equipment & nonfood-contact surfaces free of accumulations (c)

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: Yes

Observed stains on shelving nearest to fryer area. Advised PIC nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be kept free of an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris.

17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean

Regulation: 511-6-1.07(1)(a) - indoor materials (c)

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed absorbent ceiling tiles in both restrooms. Advised PIC nonabsorbent for areas subject to moisture such as food preparation areas, walk-in refrigerators, warewashing areas, toilet rooms, mobile food service unit servicing areas, and areas subject to flushing or spray cleaning methods.

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

Observed ceiling tiles in the main kitchen area with severe staining and residue. Advised PIC that the physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean and by methods that prevent contamination of food products. Advised PIC to thoroughly clean ceiling tiles of the main kitchen.

Jan 17, 2025

Routine

Score: 904 violations

2-2D - adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible

Regulation: 511-6-1.07(3)(a) - handwashing cleanser, availability (pf)

4 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Observed no soap @ hand sink. Advised PIC soap shall be provided at all times. COS- PIC repaired soap dispenser.

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

Observed several foods uncovered in freezer. Advised PIC all foods shall be stored covered between use to prevent contamination.

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 reach in cooler in disrepair. Advised PIC all equipment shall be in good repair.

15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean

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

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: Yes

Observed debris in walk in cooler. Advised PIC to clean all nonfood contact surfaces.

Jul 16, 2024

Routine

Score: 816 violations

2-1B - hands clean and properly washed

Regulation: 511-6-1.03(5)(c) - when to wash (p)

9 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed food employee take out trash and proceeded to handle clean dishes once on shelving near the 3-compartment sink with the same pair of gloves. Advised PIC that Food employees shall clean their hands and exposed portions of their arms immediately before engaging in food preparation including working with exposed food, clean equipment and utensils, and unwrapped single-service and single-use articles and before donning gloves to initiate a task that involves working with food. COS: PIC removed gloves and washed hands properly at the designated handwash sink.

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

Observed food contact surface of ice bin lid at the bar area in need of cleaning to excessive residue/debris. Advised PIC that equipment food contact surfaces and utensils shall be cleaned at any time during the operation when contamination may have occurred. Advised PIC to increase cleaning frequency of ice bin lid at the bar area.

18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present

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

3 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Upon arrival, observed visible light entry at the back door of the facility. Advised PIC outer openings of a food service establishment shall be protected against the entry of insects and rodents by solid, self-closing, tight-fitting doors. CA: Advised PIC to place a weatherstrip/sealant on the back door of the facility

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: YesRepeat: No

Observed prep top cooler in disrepair with an ambient temperature of 60 degrees F. Advised PIC that ambient air temperature, water pressure, and water temperature measuring devices shall be maintained in good repair and be accurate within the intended range of use. COS: PIC called maintenance to have prep top cooler repaired. Maintenace began working on prep top cooler during time of inspection.

15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean

Regulation: 511-6-1.05(7)(a)2,3 - equipment, food/nonfood-contact surfaces, and utensils, food-contact surfaces of cooking equipment & nonfood-contact surfaces free of accumulations (c)

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed nonfood contact surfaces of shelving at the 3-compartment sink with rusting, exterior portion of multiple fryers, and the interior portion of the reach in cooler in the main kitchen stored as clean with old food debris and residue. Advised PIC that all nonfood contact surfaces of equipment shall be kept free of an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris. CA: Advised PIC to thoroughly clean all nonfood contact surfaces of the establishment.

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 ceiling and walls with stains in multiple areas throughout kitchen. Advised PIC that all ceilings and walls shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean and by methods that prevent contamination of food products. CA: Advised PIC to thoroughly clean walls and ceiling tiles of the facility.

Dec 4, 2023

Routine

Score: 835 violations

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: Yes

Observed liquid egg stored next to RTE mixed vegetables in RIC. Also observed raw chicken stored above raw beef at RIC. Advised PIC that all RTE and raw TCS foods shall be stored according to final internal cook temp. COS: PIC had food employee store items correctly in RIC.

2-2A - management knowledge, responsibilities, reporting

Regulation: 511-6-1.03(2)(o) - person-in-charge duties (pf)

4 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

PIC could not demonstrate in a verifiable manner that food employees are/were aware of reporting symptoms/illnesses. Advised PIC that an employee health policy and agreement forms shall be signed and kept on file at all times .COS: Provided PIC with an employee agreement form.

2-2E - response procedures for vomiting & diarrheal events

Regulation: 511-6-1.03(6) - clean-up of vomiting and diarrheal events(pf)

4 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed facility without all materials for vomit/fecal response. Advised PIC that all materials shall be at facility in case of a vomit/fecal event. Advised PIC to obtain the correct bleach for vomit/fecal response.

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

Observed test strips not at facility during time of inspection. Advised PIC that test strips that accurately measures the concentration in mg/L of sanitizing solutions shall be provided. Advised to obtain test strips.

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

Observed ceiling and walls with stains in multiple areas throughout kitchen. Advised PIC that all ceilings and walls shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean and by methods that prevent contamination of food products. Advised to clean.

Jul 7, 2023

Routine

Score: 852 violations

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: Yes

Observed pooled eggs above rice. Also, observed hamburger above corn dogs and raw chicken above salmon. Advised PIC of approved storage for raw animal foods. COS- foods were relocated.

1-2B - certified food protection manager

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

4 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed expired CFSM certificate posted. Advised PIC that CFSM certification shall be current. Advised PIC to obtain certification in 30 days.