HAMPTON, Clayton County

CHINA KITCHEN

11179 TARA BLVD HAMPTON, GA 30228

Food
Latest score
87
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: 874 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 employees are properly trained 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

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 multiple bulk containers of flour and seasoning stored in the dry storage area in the main kitchen unlabeled. Advised PIC except for containers holding food that can be readily and unmistakenly recognized, working containers holding food or food ingredients that are removed from their original packages shall be cleanly and legibly identified in English, with the common name. Advised PIC to label all bulk containers of flour and seasoning. New violation, correct by 03/20/2026

18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present

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

3 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: Yes

Observed visible light entry at the bottom of the screen door with the back door open. Advised PIC outer openings of a food service facility shall be protected from the entry of pests and rodents by solid, self-closing, tight-fitting doors. COS- PIC closed the back door of the facility to eliminate visible light entry.

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 interior of RIF 1 and RIF 2 (non-food contact surface) stored in the main kitchen as clean with excessive food debris. Advised PIC that non-food contact surfaces shall be cleaned and free of the accumulation of dust, debris, and residue. Advised PIC to thoroughly clean the interior of RIF 1 and RIF 2.

Aug 28, 2025

Routine

Score: 936 violations

18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present

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

3 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Observed visible light entry on the bottom of the screen door while the main door propped open. Advised PIC outer openings of a food service establishment shall be protected from the entry of pests and rodents by solid, self-closing, tight-fitting doors. COS: PIC closed 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 warewash area of the establishment. Advised PIC the presence of insects, rodents, and other pests shall be controlled to minimize their presence on the premises by using methods, if pests are found, such as trapping devices or other means of pest control as specified under subsections (6)(e), (6)(m), and (6)(n) of this Rule. Advised PIC to contact pest control to have the establishment serviced.

14C - single-use/single-service articles: properly stored, used

Regulation: 511-6-1.05(6)(r) - single-service/single-use articles, use limitations (c)

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed multiple single-use containers of soy sauce holding raw chicken wings in the walk-in cooler. Advised PIC single-service and single-use articles may not be reused. Advised PIC to place raw chicken wings in an approved food grade container and to discard previously used soy sauce containers.

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

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

1 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Upon arrival, observed a food employee wash hands at the 3-compartment sink. Advised PIC that a warewashing sink may not be used for handwashing. COS: Had food employee cease washing hands at the 3-compartment sink and wash hands at the designated handwash sink.

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 surface of the interior of reach-in freezer #3 with excessive food debris and in need of cleaning. Advised PIC that to thoroughly clean nonfood contact surface of the interior of the reach-in freezer #3

17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean

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

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: Yes

Observed bottom portion of a prep table lined with cardboard near the cookline. Advised PIC Materials for indoor floor, wall, and ceiling surfaces under conditions of normal use shall be in refrigerators, warewashing areas, toilet rooms, mobile food service unit servicing areas, and areas subject to flushing or spray cleaning methods. Advised PIC to remove cardboard from the bottom of the prep table near the cookline.

Feb 17, 2025

Routine

Score: 817 violations

2-1B - hands clean and properly washed

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

9 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: Yes

Observed food employee touch garments, t-shirt and then proceed to handle clean spatula and pan. Advised PIC 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. COS: Had food employee cease working with clean spatula and pan, wash hands, and don gloves.

11A - proper cooling methods used: adequate equipment for temperature control

Regulation: 511-6-1.04(6)(e) - cooling methods (pf, c)

3 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: Yes

Upon Arrival, observed multiple containers of cooked chicken on multiple counters actively cooling at room temperature. Advised PIC Cooling shall be accomplished in accordance with the time and temperature criteria specified under DPH Rule 511-6-1-.04(6)(d) by using one or more of the following methods depending on the type of food being cooled: Using rapid cooling equipment. COS: Had PIC relocate all cooling items to Walk-In-Cooler for proper cooling methods.

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 multiple bulk food item containers (Sugar and Flour) with bowl being used as scoops and handles in food. Advised PIC in food that is not time/temperature control for safety food with their handles above the top of the food within containers or equipment that can be closed.

15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean

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

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: Yes

Observed accumulation on shelving of multiple storage racks used to store clean dishes at 3-compartment and Walk-In-Cooler. Advised PIC nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be cleaned at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil residues.

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 wall along 3-compartment sink area with food splatter. Advised PIC all physical facilities shall be maintained in good repair.

17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean

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

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed bottom portion of multiple prep-table lined with cardboard, and single-service holder for napkins in main kitchen lined with aluminum. 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.

17D - adequate ventilation and lighting; designated areas used

Regulation: 511-6-1.07(3)(h) - dressing areas and lockers, designated and provided (c)

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed employee keys and jackets stored direct next to restaurant dry goods on storage rack. Advised PIC lockers or other suitable facilities shall be provided and used for the orderly storage of employees' clothing and other possessions.

Aug 23, 2024

Followup

Score: 944 violations

18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present

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

3 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: Yes

Observed light entry at screen door of main kitchen. Advised PIC that outer openings of a food service establishment shall be protected against the entry of insects and rodents.

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 most recent inspection report not posted in public display. Advised PIC the most current inspection report shall be prominently displayed in public view at all times, within fifteen feet of the front or primary public door and between five feet and seven feet from the floor and in an area where it can be read at a distance of one foot away.

15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean

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

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed accumulation on shelving of multiple storage racks used to store clean dishes at 3-compartment and cook line area. Advised PIC nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be cleaned at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil residues.

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 multiple bulk food item containers with accumulated debris and residue on exterior non-food contact portion in need of cleaning. Advised PIC Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be kept free of an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris.

Jul 24, 2024

Routine

Score: 706 violations

2-1B - hands clean and properly washed

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

9 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Observed food employee proceed to the outside and proceeded to handle food near the cookline without washing hands. Observed employee handle raw shell eggs and proceeded to handle tofu without washing hands. Also observed employee grab hat off of the floor and proceeded to prepare food without washing hands. Advised PIC that food handlers shall wash hands between food preparation, going between raw to ready to eat foods, and changing tasks. COS: PIC had food employees wash hands at the designated handwash sink.

2-1B - hands clean and properly washed

Regulation: 511-6-1.03(5)(b) - cleaning procedure (p)

9 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Observed food employee wash hands with cold water at the designated handwash sink. Advised PIC on proper handwashing techniques. COS: Had food employee rewash hands with warm water.

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 a container of cut raw chicken stored above multiple bulk containers of sauce; also observed a container of raw chicken breast stored above multiple containers of sauce. Advised PIC that raw and ready to eat foods shall be stored according to final internal cook temperature. COS: Had PIC rearrange items according to final internal cook temperature.

11A - proper cooling methods used: adequate equipment for temperature control

Regulation: 511-6-1.04(6)(e) - cooling methods (pf, c)

3 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: Yes

Observed cut cabbage stored tightly covered while cooling in the walk-in cooler. Advised PIC on proper cooling methods. COS: PIC had food employee uncovered cabbage.

18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present

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

3 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: Yes

observed light entry at screen door of main kitchen and tear in screen door meshing. Advised PIC that outer openings of a food service establishment shall be protected against the entry of insects and rodents.

16B - plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

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

2 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed active leak at the 3-compartment sink's faucet. Advised PIC that a plumbing system shall be maintained in good repair at all times.CA: Advised PIC to have the 3-compartment sink repaired.

Jan 19, 2024

Routine

Score: 813 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, in walk-in cooler, raw beef stored next to raw shell eggs, raw shrimp stored next to raw beef, and lemonade stored next to raw chicken wings. Advised PIC that raw and RTE foods shall be stored according to final internal cook temperature. COS: PIC rearranged items.

11A - proper cooling methods used: adequate equipment for temperature control

Regulation: 511-6-1.04(6)(e) - cooling methods (pf, c)

3 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: Yes

Observed 2 plastic containers of cooked chicken wings cooling at room temperature. Advised PIC of proper cooling methods. COS: PIC had food employee take 2 plastic containers of cooked chicken wings to walk in cooler, loosely covered.

18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present

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

3 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: Yes

Upon arrival, observed light entry at back door of main kitchen. Advised PIC that outer openings of a food service establishment shall be protected against the entry of insects and rodents. Advised to place weatherstrip at back door.

Aug 10, 2023

Routine

Score: 814 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: No

Observed raw chicken stored above RTE chicken, raw chicken stored above multiple containers of sauce, raw shell eggs stored next to raw beef, and raw shrimp stored next to raw beef in the walk-in cooler in main kitchen. Advised PIC that storage of raw and RTE TCS foods shall be stored according to final internal cook temp. COS: Had PIC rearrange items in the walk-in cooler. Provided PIC with storage hierarchy chart.

2-2D - adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible

Regulation: 511-6-1-.03(5)(d) - where to wash (pf)

4 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Upon arrival, observed food employee rinse hands in 3 compartment sink. Advised PIC that the hand washing sink shall be used for hand washing only. COS: PIC properly re-washed hands in the hand sink.

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 2 plastic containers of chicken wings cooling on dry storage rack at room temperature. Advised PIC of proper cooling methods. COS: PIC moved the 2 plastic containers of chicken wings to the walk-in cooler.

18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present

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

3 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed light entry at back door of main kitchen. Advised PIC that outer openings of a food service establishment shall be protected against the entry of insects and rodents. Advised to place weatherstripping on back door.