Kennesaw, Cobb County

LUCKY CHINA

3600 CHEROKEE ST NW STE 111 KENNESAW, GA 30144-2027

Food
Latest score
81
Jun 3, 2026
City
Kennesaw
County
Cobb
Inspections
4

Score history

Inspection scores over time for this facility.

Inspection history

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

Jun 3, 2026

Routine

Score: 818 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

Raw beef was stored above a container of fries inside the refrigerator. CA: Food shall be protected from cross contamination by separating raw animal foods during storage, preparation, holding, and display from raw ready-to-eat food including other raw animal food such as fish for sushi or molluscan shellfish, or other raw ready-to-eat food such as fruits and vegetables. COS: The raw beef was stored on the bottom shelf of the refrigerator.

4-2A - food stored covered

Regulation: 511-6-1.04(4)(c)1(iv) - packaged & unpackaged food, food stored covered(c)

4 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Containers of vegetables and wonton chips stored inside the reach in cooler, walk in cooler and on the prep table was stored uncovered. CA: Storing the food in packages, covered containers, or wrappings, except for loosely covered or uncovered containers in which food is being cooled if protected from overhead contamination. COS: The food items were covered.

12A - contamination prevented during food preparation, storage, display

Regulation: 511-6-1.04(4)(q) - food storage (c)

3 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Containers of soy sauces, bottle water, flour, and vegetable oil was stored on the floor inside the kitchen. CA: Food shall be protected from contamination by storing the food in a clean, dry location where it is not exposed to splash, dust, or other contamination at least 6 inches (15 cm) above the floor.

12C - wiping cloths: properly used and stored

3 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: Yes

Observed wet rags on countertops in main kitchen area. CA: Cloths in-use for wiping food spills from tableware and carry-out containers that occur as food is being served shall be maintained dry; and used for no other purpose. Cloths in-use for wiping counters and other equipment surfaces shall be held between uses in a chemical sanitizer solution at a concentration specified under DPH Rule 511-6-1-.05(6)(n). COS: The wiping cloths were removed.

15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean

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

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed oil, debris and accumulation on hood vent and wall behind cooking section. CA: 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 backdoor in disrepair and screen coming loose. CA: All physical facilities shall be maintained in good repair.

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

Food debris, grease and dirt was observed on the floor underneath the fryer and stove. CA: All physical facilities shall be maintained in good repair.

17D - adequate ventilation and lighting; designated areas used

Regulation: 511-6-1.07(3)(f) - lighting intensity, adequate in food prep, storage & service areas (c)

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

A light was not available inside the dry storage area near the walk in freezer. CA: The light intensity shall be at least 10 foot candles (108 lux) at a distance of 30 inches (75 cm) above the floor, in walk-in refrigeration units and dry food storage areas and in other areas and rooms during periods of cleaning.

Jun 26, 2025

Routine

Score: 894 violations

2-2D - adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible

Regulation: 511-6-1.06(2)(o) - using a handwashing sink- operation & maintenance (pf)

4 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed container blocking hand sink in main kitchen area.

CA: 1. A handwashing sink shall be maintained so that it is accessible at all times for employee use. Pf

  1. A handwashing facility may not be used for purposes other than handwashing. Pf

COS: Manager moved container out of sink.

12C - wiping cloths: properly used and stored

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

3 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed wet rags on countertops in main kitchen area.

CA: Wiping Cloths, Use Limitation.

  1. Cloths in-use for wiping food spills from tableware and carry-out containers that occur as food is being served shall be:

(i) Maintained dry; and

(ii) Used for no other purpose.

  1. Cloths in-use for wiping counters and other equipment surfaces shall be:

(i) Held between uses in a chemical sanitizer solution at a concentration specified under DPH Rule 511-6-1-.05(6)(n).

18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present

Regulation: 511-6-1.07(5)(l) - removing dead or trapped birds, insects, rodents, and other pest (c)

3 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed dead roaches on the floor of the main kitchen. Observed roach crawling on the wall behind the hand sink in the main kitchen.

CA: Removing Dead or Trapped Birds, Insects, Rodents, and Other Pests. Dead or trapped birds, insects, rodents, and other pests shall be removed from control devices and the premises at a frequency that prevents their accumulation, decomposition, or the attraction of pests.

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

Regulation: 511-6-1.05(10)(e)1&3 - single-service/single-use items stored 6" off floor in clean, dry location (c)

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed boxes of cups used for service and dry food stored on the floor in the back storage area.

CA: 1. Except as specified in paragraph 4 of this subsection, cleaned equipment and utensils, laundered linens, and single-service and single-use articles shall be stored:

(i) In a clean, dry location;

(ii) Where they are not exposed to splash, dust, or other contamination; and

(iii) At least 6 inches (15 centimeters) above the floor. 3. Single-service and single-use articles shall be stored as specified under paragraph 1 of this subsection and shall be kept in the original protective package or stored by using other means that afford protection from contamination until used.

Dec 17, 2024

Routine

Score: 893 violations

1-2B - certified food protection manager

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

4 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed expired CFSM posted in facility. C/A: A CFSM certificate which has expired, been revoked or suspended shall not be posted in the food service establishment.

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

Observed employee drinking from can in front of prep cooler. C/A: Employees shall consume food only in approved designated areas separate from food preparation and serving areas, equipment or utensil areas and food storage areas. However, drinking from a single service beverage cup with a secure lid and straw that is handled to prevent contamination of the employee’s hands, the container, exposed food, clean equipment, utensils and linens, unwrapped single-service and single-use articles will be allowed. COS: PIC instructed employee to drink in designated area.

18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present

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

3 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed collection of rodent droppings on plate under counter (main kitchen). Observed rodent droppings on floor through out dry storage area. C/A: Remove rodent droppings to prevent harboring conditions. Correct within 10 calendar days.

Nov 30, 2023

Routine

Score: 924 violations

4-2A - food stored covered

Regulation: 511-6-1.04(4)(c)1(iv) - packaged & unpackaged food, food stored covered(c)

4 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Observed in main kitchen reach in cooler, egg rolls stored uncovered and in walk in cooler, general tso's chicken uncovered. CA: Keep food covered, unless cooling, to prevent cross contamination of food. COS: PIC covered food.

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

Regulation: 511-6-1.05(8)(a) - before use after cleaning(p)

4 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Observed employee washing dishes (2 bowls and a bucket used for food storage) at the 3 compartment sink by washing with soap then rinsing with water and no sanitizing step after then placed the dishes as clean on drying rack. CA: Utensils and food-contact surfaces of equipment shall be sanitized before use after cleaning. COS: PIC informed employee to rewash, rinse, and sanitize dishes.

12C - wiping cloths: properly used and stored

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

3 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Observed wiping cloth stored in sanitizer at 10 ppm (Chlorine). CA: Cloths in-use for wiping counters and other equipment surfaces shall be held between uses in a chemical sanitizer solution at a concentration of 50-100 ppm Chlorine. COS: PIC corrected to 100 ppm.

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 employee wash hands in 3 compartment sink. CA: A warewashing sink may not be used for handwashing. COS: PIC informed employee to use handwashing sink.