Martinez, Columbia County

KYOTO JAPANESE CUISINE

202 S BELAIR RD MARTINEZ, GA 30907

Food
Latest score
89
Nov 25, 2025
City
Martinez
County
Columbia
Inspections
9

Score history

Inspection scores over time for this facility.

Inspection history

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

Nov 25, 2025

Routine

Score: 895 violations

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

Regulation: 511-6-1.05(6)(n) - manual and mechanical warewashing equipment, chemical sanitization-temperature, ph, concentration, hardness (p,pf)

4 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Dishes in 3-comp sink and dishwasher not properly sanitized - discussed with PIC.

18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present

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

3 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: Yes

observed weather strip at back door that needs to be replaced.

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

Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled..

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: Yes

observed cutting boards that need to be replaced

15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean

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

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed multiple areas, equipment with significant food buildup CA: ensure ALL equipment, nonfood contact surfaces are cleaned THOROUGHLY

Sep 4, 2025

Followup

Score: 8310 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: Yes

Observed PIC without managerial control; not properly ensuring that food safety rules are being followed CA: manager needs to be more aware and ensure following of food safety rules

1-2B - certified food protection manager

Regulation: 511-6-1.03(3)(a) - food safety manager certification (pf)

4 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: Yes

Observed no CFSM with servsafe certification CA: register for servsafe managers course

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 cooked chicken cooling by sitting out on counter CA: foods must be cooled actively; either in ice bath/cold wand or in cooler COS: moved into cooler

11C - approved thawing methods used

Regulation: 511-6-1.04(6)(c) - thawing (c)

3 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: Yes

Observed fish in ROP being thawed in original packaging CA: if packaging states to remove items before thawing, food MUST be removed before thawing

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

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

3 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed raw eggs and sausage stored in a manner which could contaminate RTE food CA: arrange food in coolers to better prevent contamination by separation

12B - personal cleanliness

Regulation: 511-6-1.03(5)(g) - jewelry (c)

3 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed employees prepping food with watches/bracelets on wrist CA: ensure no wrist wear is worn when prepping food

18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present

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

3 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed several live flies in the kitchen CA: keep fly traps supplied and keep doors closed

18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present

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

3 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed missing weather strip at back doors CA: replace weather strip at both back doors

15A - food and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, and used

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed dry storage containers and dish racks that were in need of a goof cleaning. If these items can not be properly cleaned they need to be discarded and replaced

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

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed dish machine temp. not reaching 120F. CA: have serviced and ensure reaching proper temp Dish area needs to be kept clean and do not place dirty dishes on clean side of dish machine

Aug 28, 2025

Routine

Score: 6213 violations

4-1B - proper disposition of returned, previously served, reconditioned, and unsafe food

Regulation: 511-6-1.04(8)(a) - discarding or reconditioning unsafe, adulterated food, or contaminated food(p)

9 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed multiple sources of food being reconditioned

  • Rice kept in room temp rice cooker overnight, turned back on to be served
  • Butter/margarine in preptop cooler kept overnight with food debris
  • zucchini dropped on floor that appeared to be put back in cooler CA: ensure that food is uncontaminated, properly temperature controlled, and properly reconditioned

1-2A - pic present, demonstrates knowledge, performs duties

4 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: Yes

Observed PIC without managerial control; not properly ensuring that food safety rules are being followed CA: manager needs to be more aware and ensure following of food safety rules

1-2B - certified food protection manager

4 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: Yes

Observed no CFSM with servsafe certification CA: register for servsafe managers course

4-2A - food stored covered

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

4 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: Yes

Observed multiple areas; sushi cooler, WIC, preptop cooler; with food being stored uncovered CA: ensure ALL food is stored covered ALWAYS

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 multiple food contact surfaces; grill area, fryer area; not properly cleaned. Dishes in 3-comp sink and dishwasher not properly sanitized - discussed with PIC. Dish machine out of sanitizer and dishes on clean racks with food debris CA: ensure all food-contact surfaces are clean - ALL dishes get sanitized!

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: NoRepeat: No

Observed several items that were ready to eat that should have dates on them. Example: cooled rice, white sauce CA: ensure all cooled, ready to eat foods are dated properly

11C - approved thawing methods used

3 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: Yes

Observed fish in ROP being thawed in original packaging CA: if packaging states to remove items before thawing, food MUST be removed before thawing

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

Regulation: 511-6-1.04(4)(r) - food storage, prohibited areas (c)

3 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: Yes

Observed foods stored on the floor in dry storage area and in WIC/WIF CA: store all foods at least 6 inches off the ground

12B - personal cleanliness

Regulation: 511-6-1.03(5)(j) - hair restraints (c)

3 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: Yes

Observed multiple employees not wearing hair restraints CA: ensure all food handlers properly restrain their hair

12C - wiping cloths: properly used and stored

Regulation: 511-6-1.05(10)(b) - wiping cloths, air drying location (c)

3 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed wet wiping cloths not stored in buckets with sanitizer. CA: store wet wiping cloths in bucket with 50 ppm bleach sanitizer solution

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

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed single service area in disorder with food debris CA: ensure that areas with single service items are properly cleaned/maintained

15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean

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

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: Yes

Observed multiple areas, equipment with significant food buildup CA: ensure ALL equipment, nonfood contact surfaces are cleaned THOROUGHLY

17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean

Regulation: 511-6-1.07(2)(a) - floor, walls, & ceilings, cleanability (c)

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: Yes

Observed floors, walls, and ceilings of restaurant in need of cleaning; covered with food debris/buildup CA: clean ALL surfaces in restaurant THOROUGHLY

Feb 28, 2025

Followup

Score: 903 violations

1-2B - certified food protection manager

Regulation: 511-6-1.03(3)(a) - food safety manager certification (pf)

4 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed no CFSM with servsafe certification CA: register for servsafe managers course

11C - approved thawing methods used

Regulation: 511-6-1.04(6)(c) - thawing (c)

3 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: Yes

Observed fish in ROP being thawed in original packaging CA: if packaging states to remove items before thawing, food MUST be removed before thawing

17D - adequate ventilation and lighting; designated areas used

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: Yes

Observed employee using cell phone in sushi bar area CA: employee items MUST be kept/used in designated areas

Feb 13, 2025

Routine

Score: 7012 violations

2-1B - hands clean and properly washed

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

9 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed employees change tasks and change gloves without washing hands CA: ensure all employees wash hands whenever changing their gloves or changing tasks

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 PIC without managerial control; not properly ensuring that food safety rules are being followed CA: manager needs to be more aware and ensure following of food safety rules

1-2B - certified food protection manager

Regulation: 511-6-1.03(3)(a) - food safety manager certification (pf)

4 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed servsafe certificate expired in 2020 CA: obtain new servsafe certification

4-2A - food stored covered

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

4 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: Yes

Observed multiple instances of shrimp/chicken left uncovered in RIC and WIC CA: ensure that all food is stored covered

11C - approved thawing methods used

Regulation: 511-6-1.04(6)(c) - thawing (c)

3 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed 3 compartment sink being used to thaw chicken and shrimp at the same time, with only 1 faucet switching between them CA: meat must be thawed under CONSTANT cold running water if being thawed in sink

11C - approved thawing methods used

Regulation: 511-6-1.04(6)(c) - thawing (c)

3 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed fish in ROP being thawed in WIC when packaging requires food removal before thawing CA: remove all food from ROP before thawing

11C - approved thawing methods used

Regulation: 511-6-1.04(6)(c) - thawing (c)

3 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed significant frost/ice buildup in WIF from door ajar CA: ensure WIF door can close to prevent thawing

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

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

3 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: Yes

Observed foods stored on the floor in dry storage area in WIC/WIF CA: store all foods at least 6 inches off the ground

12B - personal cleanliness

Regulation: 511-6-1.03(5)(g) - jewelry (c)

3 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: Yes

Observed multiple employees not wearing hair restraints and wearing bracelets/watches CA: ensure all food handlers do not wear anything on wrists and properly restrain their hair

17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean

Regulation: 511-6-1.07(2)(a) - floor, walls, & ceilings, cleanability (c)

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: Yes

Observed wall behind fryers and floor in dry storage with significant buildup CA: thoroughly clean fryers and dry storage area

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: Yes

Observed multiple employee items in prep areas 1: phone in habachi grill area 2: jackets on top of food in dry storage CA: Designate are to store employee items away from food prep/storage areas

15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean

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

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: Yes

Observed stove area, hood vents, fryers, prep areas with significant buildup CA: thoroughly clean all surfaces, especially those in prep areas

Dec 19, 2024

Routine

Score: 906 violations

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 uncovered food in holding unit/dry storage area.

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

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

3 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed food stored on floor.

12B - personal cleanliness

Regulation: 511-6-1.03(5)(j) - hair restraints (c)

3 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed employee with no hair restraint. Observed employee with no beard guard/restraint.

14A - in-use utensils: properly stored

Regulation: 511-6-1.04(4)(k) - in-use utensils, between-use storage (c)

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

keep scoop handles out of dry goods and ice

15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean

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

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

good cleaning needed on equipment

17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean

Regulation: 511-6-1.07(2)(a) - floor, walls, & ceilings, cleanability (c)

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

need to replace broken floor tiles

Jun 25, 2024

Routine

Score: 923 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

ice machine needs to be cleaned more often

18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present

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

3 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Outer openings not protected. Replace back door sweep.

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

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

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

The most current inspection report is not prominently displayed in public view, within 15 feet of the front or primary public door and between five feet and seven feet from the floor or in an area where it can be read at a distance of one foot away.

Dec 20, 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: NoRepeat: Yes

observed ice bins and tea urns left open/uncovered.

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

Regulation: 511-6-1.05(6)(n) - manual and mechanical warewashing equipment, chemical sanitization-temperature, ph, concentration, hardness (p,pf)

4 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

observed dish machine with out sanitizer

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

need to replace cutting boards, discussed with pic

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

need to clean mold along the walls in the dish area

Jun 22, 2023

Routine

Score: 903 violations

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 uncovered food in holding unit/dry storage area.

12B - personal cleanliness

Regulation: 511-6-1.03(5)(g) - jewelry (c)

3 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed food employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food.

18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present

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

3 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Outer openings not protected. Replace back door sweep.