CUMMING, Forsyth County

MARLOW'S TAVERN

410 PEACHTREE PKWY STE 162 CUMMING, GA 30041

Food
Latest score
90
Apr 1, 2026
City
CUMMING
County
Forsyth
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.

Apr 1, 2026

Followup

Score: 904 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: YesRepeat: No

Inspector observed managerial control not adequate to keep facility in compliance with code including a repeat violation (mop sink plumbing leaking)(employees not always following the facility's SOP's: disposable wiping cloths not discarded after single use, a single unlabeled chemical bottle, improper employee storage, dish machine table not sealed to wall, plates not inverted within 8 feet of customers, can opener with buildup of food residue, improper ice bath for cooling food products). COS PIC retrained employees. COS PIC implementing proper SOP's and maintenance through weekly/daily manager checks/meetings. CA: (q) Procedures and Plans. Written procedures and plans, where specified by this Chapter and as developed by the food service establishment, are maintained and implemented as required. Pf

18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present

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

3 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: Yes

Inspector observed bay windows open with air curtain off. COS PIC turned on the air curtain. CA: 1. Except as specified in paragraphs 2 through 5 of this subsection, outer openings of a food service establishment shall be protected against the entry of insects and rodents by: 4. Except as specified in paragraphs 2 and 5 of this subsection, if the windows or doors of a food service establishment, or of a larger structure within which a food service establishment is located, are kept open for ventilation or other purposes or a temporary food service establishment is not provided with windows and doors as specified under paragraph 1 of this subsection, the openings shall be protected against the entry of insects and rodents by: (i) 16 mesh to 1 inch (16 mesh to 25.4 mm) screens; (ii) Properly designed and installed air curtains to control flying insects; or (iii) Other effective means.

14A - in-use utensils: properly stored

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

1 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Inspector observed ice scoop handle in direct contact with ice (location: server station adjacent to bar). COS PIC relocated scoop to the scoop holder (scoop holder located in the ice bin). CA: During pauses in food preparation or dispensing, food preparation and dispensing utensils shall be stored: 1.Except as specified under paragraph 2 of this subsection, in the food with their handles above the top of the food and the container.

14B - utensils, equipment and linens: properly stored, dried, handled

Regulation: 511-6-1.05(10)(e)1,2,4 - equipment, utensil, linens, stored 6" off floor in clean, dry location (c)

1 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: Yes

Inspector observed numerous stored utensils stacked wet in the prep area. COS PIC pulled for wash, rinse, & sanitizing. CA: 2. Clean equipment and utensils shall be stored as specified under paragraph 1 of this subsection and shall be stored: (i) In a self-draining position that allows air drying.

Mar 2, 2026

Routine

Score: 786 violations

3-1C - food in good condition, safe, and unadulterated

Regulation: 511-6-1.04(1) - safe, unadulterated and honestly presented (p)

9 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Inspector observed numerous packages of molded strawberries and raspberries in the walk-in cooler. COS PIC discarded packages contained spoiled product. CA: Food shall be safe, unadulterated, and honestly presented. P

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: YesRepeat: Yes

Inspector observed dark colored, slimy mold-like accumulations on the seems of the bulk ice machine. COS: PIC burned ice to clean and sanitize ice bin/ machine. CA: Ice bins/machines must be cleaned at a frequency specified by the manufacturer; or Absent manufacturer specifications, at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil or mold.

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

Regulation: 511-6-1.05(6)(l) - mechanical warewashing, hot water sanitization temperatures(p)

4 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Inspector observed HTDM not reaching 160 degrees F at plate level. Dish Machine was actively in use prior to inspector testing. COS Discontinued use of the Dish Machine until it is maintained. CA: Except as specified in paragraph 2 of this subsection, in a mechanical operation, the temperature of the fresh hot water sanitizing rinse as it enters the manifold may not be more than 194ºF (90ºC), or less than: Pf (i) For a stationary rack, single temperature machine, 165ºF (74ºC). Pf

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

Regulation: 511-6-1.04(4)(t) - food preparation (c)

3 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Inspector observed ceiling vents in prep area and dish area with build-up of dust. Inspector observed vent covers in walk-in cooler with build-up of dust and white fuzzy mold-like growth. CA: During preparation, unpackaged food shall be protected from environmental sources of contamination.

18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present

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

3 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Inspector observed rear exterior door & interior patio door (adjacent to bar) with light showing around seams. CA: 1. Except as specified in paragraphs 2 through 5 of this subsection, outer openings of a food service establishment shall be protected against the entry of insects and rodents by: (iii) Solid, self-closing, tight-fitting doors.

14B - utensils, equipment and linens: properly stored, dried, handled

Regulation: 511-6-1.05(10)(e)1,2,4 - equipment, utensil, linens, stored 6" off floor in clean, dry location (c)

1 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Inspector observed numerous stored utensils stacked wet in the prep area. COS PIC pulled for wash rinse & sanitizing. CA: 2. Clean equipment and utensils shall be stored as specified under paragraph 1 of this subsection and shall be stored: (i) In a self-draining position that allows air drying.

May 8, 2025

Routine

Score: 961 violation

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

Inspector observed dark colored, mold-like accumulations on FCS of the server's station ice bin and the bulk ice machine. Corrective action: FCS of ice bins/machines must be cleaned at a frequency specified by the manufacturer; or Absent manufacturer specifications, at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil or mold.

Jan 18, 2024

Routine

Score: 891 violation

6-1A - proper cold holding temperatures

Regulation: 511-6-1.04(6)(f) - time/temperature control for safety; cold holding (p)

9 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: Yes

Observed potentially hazardous food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. See temp log. COS PIC discarded all products in the low boy reach-in cooler under grill. Advised PIC TCS foods must be cold held at 41°F or below and to maintenance the low boy reach-in cooler.