Dec 8, 2025
Routine
Score: 1000 violations
No violations recorded for this inspection.
GROVETOWN, Columbia County
Tipsy Bar & Grill
239 MERIDIAN DR GROVETOWN, GA 30813
Food
Latest score
100
Dec 8, 2025
City
GROVETOWN
County
Columbia
Inspections
6
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 9, 2025
Routine
Score: 952 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: No
Observed inside of ice machine with black build-up on drip lip. CA: Clean frequently and routinely.
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: NoRepeat: No
Observed drink cup sitting on prep surface. CA: Ensure cups with lids and straws are only placed in designated areas for employee belongings.
Dec 6, 2024
Routine
Score: 911 violation
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 cup of raw chicken sitting in a container of raw shrimp on high shelf in RIC
Jul 18, 2024
Followup
Score: 863 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: NoRepeat: No
Observed a pack of taco shells stored in prep sink with food residue in sink. CA: Food should not be stored in prep sink. Prep sink should be used for prepping only.
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Regulation: 511-6-1.05(7)(a)1 - equipment, food-contact surfaces,& utensils (pf)
4 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No
Observed build-up in soda nozzles in bar area, food residue left on prep surface. CA: Clean nozzles and prep surfaces. Ensure dishes are cleaned with proper sanitizer level and temperature.
13A - posted: permit/inspection/choking poster/handwashing
Regulation: 511-6-1.02(1)(d) - displaying of the inspection report (c)
1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No
Observed most recent inspection not posted. CA: Ensure most recent inspection reports are posted at all times.
Jun 25, 2024
Routine
Score: 716 violations
2-1B - hands clean and properly washed
Regulation: 511-6-1.03(5)(c) - when to wash (p)
9 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No
Observed employee enter kitchen without washing hands. CA: Ensure hands are washed upon entering kitchen, switching tasks, coming from outside.
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 several foods in prep area and reach-in coolers/freezer above 41 degrees Fahrenheit ranging from 42-50 degrees Fahrenheit. CA: Ensure foods are held at 41 degrees Fahrenheit and below. Move items to cooler that is working properly or place on ice baths.
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 foods in reach-in cooler stored uncovered along with meats in sink and on stove. CA: Ensure foods are stored covered to prevent contamination.
12A - contamination prevented during food preparation, storage, display
Regulation: 511-6-1.04(4)(q) - food storage (c)
3 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: Yes
Observed several open cans of vegetables and beans in reach-in cooler. CA: Once can is opened, use a container to store the rest. Do not store in opened cans. This is a repeat violation.
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
Observed hot water in hand-sink with improper pressure. CA: Have sink repaired and pressure checked to ensure proper hand washing.
14D - gloves used properly
Regulation: 511-6-1.04(4)(n)2,3,4 - gloves, use limitations, slash resistant gloves & cloth gloves (c)
1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No
Observed employee enter kitchen from going outside to cooler and did not wash hands or change gloves nor remove original gloves. CA: Ensure gloves are changed when entering kitchen and after washing hands.
Aug 23, 2023
Routine
Score: 972 violations
12A - contamination prevented during food preparation, storage, display
Regulation: 511-6-1.04(4)(z) - miscellaneous sources of contamination (c)
3 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No
Observed several open cans of vegetables and beans. CA: Once the can is opened, use a container for the rest. Do not allow food to be stored in open cans. COS
12B - personal cleanliness
Regulation: 511-6-1-.03(5)(k)3 - hygienic practices
3 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No
Observed cell phone sitting on top of a stack of clean plates. CA: Prevent contamination. COS