Brookhaven, DeKalb County

SMOOTHIE KING

3912 BUFORD HWY ATLANTA, GA 30319

Food
Latest score
88
Nov 25, 2025
City
Brookhaven
County
DeKalb
Inspections
2

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: 885 violations

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: Yes

Observed no posted or stored procedures.

CA: A food establishment shall have written procedures for employees to follow and an EPA registered disinfectant effective against Norovirus available on-site at the food service establishment when responding to vomiting or diarrheal events that involve the discharge of vomitus or fecal matter onto surfaces in the food service establishment. The procedures shall address the specific actions employees must take to minimize the spread of contamination and the exposure of employees, consumers, food, and surfaces to vomitus or fecal matter.

Correction: provided PIC vomit/fecal procedures template, noted that the quat sanitizer (EPA reg no. 6836-305) on site is on EPA list G for Norovirus or PIC could obtain an alternate disinfectant such as germicidal bleach. Provide proof of completed procedures to Kate O'Brien by 12/5/25

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 dark organic matter on sides, on back of (ice-facing side) of door, and around screws inside of ice machine.

CA: Equipment food-contact surfaces and utensils shall be clean to sight and touch.

Correct by 12/5/25, send picture of cleaned ice machine to Kate O'Brien

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 inspection report posted in drive-thru window displaying a score of 95 dated 12/20/22, previous inspection score was 89, dated 5/21/24. Most recent inspection report (5/21/24) posted inside of establishment but not visible to public.

CA: The most current inspection report shall be prominently displayed in public view at all time.

Correction: display this inspection report upon receipt (11/25/25)

17B - garbage/refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained

Regulation: 511-6-1.06(5)(r),(s) - frequency, removal of refuse, recyclables and returnables often enough to minimize odors and attracting pests; receptacles or vehicles, removal from premises in approved manner (c)

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed a large pile of un-bagged, uncovered garbage behind the dumpster.

CA: Refuse shall be removed from the premises at a frequency that will minimize the development of objectionable odors and other conditions that attract or harbor insects and rodents.

Send proof of correction to Kate O'Brien by 12/5/25 New Violation.

17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean

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

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed missing and cracked tiles on floors throughout facility, particularly in food preparation areas.

CA: Floors, floor coverings, walls, wall coverings, and ceilings shall be designed, constructed, and installed so they are smooth and easily cleanable.

Correction: Clean, repair and/or replace floor tiles in food prep area to avoid build up of dirt and debris and providing harborage to insects or other pests. Send proof of repair or plans to Kate O'Brien by 12/31/25

May 21, 2024

Routine

Score: 894 violations

1-2B - certified food protection manager

Regulation: 511-6-1.03(3)(b) - certification requirements/exemptions (pf)

4 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed facility is having same Certified Food Safety Manager in two locations. CA: Discussed with the person in charge that Certified Food Safety Managers must be designated to one food service establishment only and maintain and renew certification in accordance with the requirements of the examination taken.

2-2D - adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible

Regulation: 511-6-1.07(3)(b) - hand drying provision (pf)

4 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed one handwashing sink near the mop sink doesn't have paper towel available at the time of inspection. CA: Discussed with the person in charge that each handwashing sink, or group of adjacent handwashing sinks shall be provided with individual, disposable towels or A continuous towel system that supplies the user with a clean towel.

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 doesn't have v/d cleaning kit, EPA registered disinfectant. CA: Discussed with the person in charge that a food establishment shall have procedures for employees to follow when responding to vomiting or diarrheal events that involve the discharge of vomitus or fecal matter onto surfaces in the food service establishment. The procedures shall address the specific actions employees must take to minimize the spread of contamination and the exposure of employees, consumers, food, and surfaces to vomitus or fecal matter.

12B - personal cleanliness

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

3 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Observed food employees were handling food while wearing wristwatch. CA: Discussed with the person in charge that food employees may not wear jewelry including medical information jewelry on their arms and hands while preparing food except for a plain ring such as a wedding band. COS: Food employees removed the watches.