Brunswick, Glynn County

Marshside Grill

1200 GLYNN AVE BRUNSWICK, GA 31520

Food
Latest score
80
Jun 4, 2026
City
Brunswick
County
Glynn
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.

Jun 4, 2026

Routine

Score: 804 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

Observed during the course of this inspection that a facility ice machine displayed a wood like chip as well as other particles inside of it. COS: The machine was taken out of service. CA: Glynn EH instructs management to ensure that all foods and ice served inside of this facility is in good condition.

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: YesRepeat: No

Observed during the course of this inspection that the facility dishwashing machine was not dispensing sanitizer. COS: The machine was removed from use to be serviced. CA: Glynn EH instructs management to ensure that the dishwashing machine is dispensing chlorine sanitizer at ideal levels of 50-100ppm when in use. Machine is to be serviced before use.

11C - approved thawing methods used

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

3 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Observed during course of this inspection ROP tuna fully thawed inside of the packaging. COS: Fish was discarded. CA: Glynn Eh instructs management to train staff to completely remove Tuna from packaging before thawing.

18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present

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

3 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: Yes

Observed during the course of this inspection that the facility had multiple pest inside of different areas of the facility. CA: Glynn EH instructs management to ensure that they work with an certified pest control specialist to ensure the reduced amount of pest in the facility.

Nov 4, 2025

Routine

Score: 923 violations

8-2B - toxic substances properly identified, stored, used

Regulation: 511-6-1.07(6)(c) - storage, separation (p)

4 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Observed during the course of this inspection that the facility had bottles of glass cleaner and hydrogen peroxide stored above clean dishes in the main kitchen. COS: Items were removed when identified. CA: Glynn EH instructs management to ensure that all chemicals and potentially toxic substances are stored separate from clean dishes, equipment and food.

18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present

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

3 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed during the course of this inspection that the facility had an elevated level of flying pest in the main kitchen and pest droppings in the dry storage area. CA: Glynn EH instructs management to better control pest by using the available air curtain and to ensure that all evidence of pest prescence is cleaned up when discovered.

15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean

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

1 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Observed during the course of this inspection that non food contact surfaces of the drink machine and ice bins displayed buildup on them. COS: Management had the items cleaned and sanitized and further attended to as necessary. CA: Glynn EH instructs management to ensure that the non food contact surfaces of all equipment is cleaned often enough to prevent the buildup of dirt and debris.

Apr 29, 2025

Routine

Score: 882 violations

6-1C - proper cooling time and temperature

Regulation: 511-6-1.04(6)(d) - cooling (p)

9 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Observed during the course of this inspection that the facility staff self reported that "Black Eyed Peas" had been cooked 3 hours earlier and were stored at between 120 - 138 deg f. COS: Food was discarded. CA: Glynn EH instructs management to properly train staff to cool foods down in the 6hr window. 135 - 70 in 2 hrs and 70 - 41 degf in 4hrs.

12C - wiping cloths: properly used and stored

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

3 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Observed during the course of this inspection that the facility staff had multiple soiled wiping cloths being stored out of chemical sanitizer. COS: Cloths were relocated when observed. CA: Glynn EH instructs management to ensure that all soiled wiping cloths are stored inside of chemical sanitizer.

Dec 5, 2024

Routine

Score: 806 violations

2-1B - hands clean and properly washed

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

9 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: Yes

Observed during the course of this inspection that a staff member touched their face with gloves on then began to engage in food prep. COS: Management asked staff member to removed gloves and wash hands. CA: Glynn Eh instructs management to ensure that staff is trained to properly remove their gloves and wash their hands after touch body parts or any source of contamination.

2-1B - hands clean and properly washed

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

9 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed during the course of this inspection that front of the house staff was removing dirty dishes from tables and taking them to the dish pit area then returning to the front of the house to touch clean menus and pre wrapped silverware. CA: Glynn Eh instructs management to train FOH staff to properly wash hands after touching dirty utensils before returning to FOH duties.

8-2B - toxic substances properly identified, stored, used

Regulation: 511-6-1.07(6)(g) - chemical sanitizers, criteria (p)

4 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Observed during the course of this inspection that a sanitizer bucket was filled with a bleach and dawn solution mix with a concentration well above 200PPM. COS: Solution was discarded. CA: Glynn Eh instructs management to ensure that staff are properly trained to only use chemical sanitizer concentrations of 50-100pm for chlorine and 150-200ppm for quat solution.

11C - approved thawing methods used

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

3 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Observed during course of this inspection ROP tuna fully thawed inside of the packaging. COS: Fish was discarded. CA: Glynn Eh instructs management to train staff to completely remove Tuna from packaging before thawing.

15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean

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

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed during the course of this significant buildup of old food debris underneath cooler door handles as well as old food/seasoning buildup on multiple non-food contact surfaces throughout the facility. CA: Glynn Eh instructs management to ensure that all non food contact surfaces are being cleaned often enough to prevent buildup.

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 during the course of this inspection that a plumbing fixture located at the handsink next to the walk in freezer was clogged/backing up. It was also observed that multiple shelves/walls/ceiling panels displayed old food/dust & debris buildup. CA: Glynn Eh instructs management to ensure that the physical facility is being maintained, cleaned , and repaired in all aspects.

Nov 26, 2024

Routine

Score: 709 violations

2-1B - hands clean and properly washed

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

9 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Observed staff replacing gloves at a high frequency, but not washing hands prior to replacing gloves or when changing tasks at the time of this inspection. COS: PIC instructed staff to wash hands prior to replacing on gloves and educated staff on proper handwashing. CA: Reeducate staff on proper handwashing and glove use.

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

Regulation: 511-6-1.04(4)(x) - returned food & re-service of food (p)

9 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Observed order of spuds returned to the kitchen by the customer, spuds were placed back into Hot hold unit. COS: PIC had all spuds discarded from the hot hold unit and remade new spuds. CA: Ensure foods returning to kitchen are disposed of and not repurposed or reserved.

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 multiple food types throughout the kitchen being stored uncovered at the time of this inspection. CA: Food shall be covered unles immediately in use.

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: YesRepeat: No

Observed 3 comp sink sanitizer not at adequate concentration to properly sanitize at the time of this inspection. Observed sanitizer buckets being made from the same sanitizer container also not at the proper concentration to sanitize. COS: PIC replaced sanitizer container and remade sanitizer buckets and compartment. C: Ensure sanitizer is at proper level to sanitize per the manufacturer guidelines.

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 main kitchen ice machine with mold like build up on good contact surfaces at the time of this inspection. CA: Sanitize frequently and increased cleaning frequency. Ensure cleaning is done using wash, rinse, sanitize method.

10D - food properly labeled; original container

Regulation: 511-6-1.04(4)(d) - food storage containers identified with common name of food (c)

3 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed multiple containers of food without name labels at the time of this inspection. CAL Ensure containers are labeled appropriately with the food name

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

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

3 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed ice on food storage boxes in the walk in freezers at the time of this inspection. CA: Ensure food products are stored in a clean safe area and does not come in contact with water or ice.

15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean

Regulation: 511-6-1.05(7)(a)2,3 - equipment, food/nonfood-contact surfaces, and utensils, food-contact surfaces of cooking equipment & nonfood-contact surfaces free of accumulations (c)

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed equipment throughout facility with build up of grease and dust at the time of this inspection. CA: Increase cleaning frequency.

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 facility with stains on ceiling and walls occupied by dust. CA: Increase cleaning frequency.

Sep 11, 2024

Routine

Score: 904 violations

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 during the course of this inspection that an employee drunk from a cup multiple times in the food prep area over equipment. COS: Employee asked to properly store cup and washed hands and put on fresh gloves. CA: Glynn EH instructs management to ensure that staff is properly trained to not drink in the food prep areas or over equipment.

6-2 - proper date marking and disposition

Regulation: 511-6-1.04(6)(h) - ready-to-eat time/temperature control for safety food, disposition (p)

4 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Observed during the course of this inspection that two large containers of Gumbo were labelled 8/2 the over a month past the date which the inspection occured on 9/11. COS: Gumbo was discarded. CA: Glynn EH instructs management to train staff that any time large batches of soups or gumbos are made and then frozen, they must be re labelled with an appropriate 7 day discard date when removed from freezing. This date must include the initial date of preparation and include any days during which the product was held in 41 deg cold hold before it was frozen.

15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean

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

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed during the course of this inspection that the flour container had severe amounts of old flour on its lids and sides. CA: Glynn EH instructs management to increase the cleaning frequency of the flour bin and all non food contact surfaces to a frequency that keeps them from building up soil residues and old food.

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 during the course of this inspection that the door for the outside storage unit was broken. CA: Glynn EH instructs management to ensure that the door is repaired and is properly fitted so that it seals tightly.

May 23, 2024

Followup

Score: 858 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: YesRepeat: No

Observed during the course of this inspection the one of the facility microwaves displayed old congealed butter residue on the top inner surface. COS: Management had the surfaces cleaned and sanitized. CA: Management stated that staff will be instructed to clean and sanitize the inner surfaces frequently enough to provide safe and sanitary food contact surfaces in the machine.

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 during the course of this inspection that the facility deli slicer displayed old food buildup on multiple food contact surfaces of the machine. CA: Management stated that the machine would not be used until all food contact surfaces have been properly cleaned and sanitized and staff would be re trained on how to properly clean and sanitize the machine.

10D - food properly labeled; original container

Regulation: 511-6-1.04(7)(c) - food labels (pf, c)

3 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed during the course of this inspection that the facility was using old pickle buckets for storing buffalo sauce. CA: Glynn EH informed management that when food items are removed from their original containers the new containers need to be labeled with a common name for the food products

18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present

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

3 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed during the course of this inspection that the side bar has a rolling service window as well as a door leading to the side kitchen that have significant open gaps in the frame. This was linked to the presence of 2 living pest inside of the side kitchen area. CA: Management showed Glynn Eh pest control invoices from 05/15/2024 indicating service.

Glynn EH instructed facility to work to close the open gaps to the outside elements in the rolling service window and the door to act as pest control prevention and keep pest out of the facility.

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: NoRepeat: No

Observed during the course of this inspection that the facility had stainless steel bowls and pots stored in a way that did protect from vertical contamination. CA: Management stated that staff will be trained to keep the bowls and pots inverted or covered when in storage.

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

Regulation: 511-6-1.05(3)(h),(i),(j) - temperature measuring device, manual warewashing; sanitizing solutions, testing device (pf)

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed during the course of this inspection that the facility quat test strips had expired. CA: Management stated that they would order new test strips for all sanitizers (Quat & Bleach) in use inside of the facility.

15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean

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

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: Yes

Observed during the course of this inspection that the reach in cooler located in the side kitchen area still displayed old mold like buildup on the inside back and side walls of the unit. CA: Management stated that they would have the walls deep cleaned and sanitized before opening for business.

17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: Yes

Observed during the course of this inspection that the facility walk in freezer floor displayed significant damage close to the entrance door.

CA: Management stated that they were in the process of acquiring new flooring to repairs the broken freezer floor.

May 22, 2024

Routine

Score: 6910 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 during the course of this inspection that facility walk in cooler was holding multiple tcs food products above 41 deg f.

Facility stated that foods could not be discarded due to the need for the distributor to reclaim foods so that facility could receive a refund for unsafe foods.

CA: Glynn EH took photographic inventory of unsafe foods which will be added to the file with this inspection.

Glynn EH instructed facility to receive invoices documenting food exchange with their distributors for all affected food products and any non reclaimed unsafe foods must be visible inside of the facility dumpsters during the re inspection on 05/23/2024.

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 during the course of this inspection that the walk in cooler was cold holding tcs foods between 43 - 55 deg f. See temp log for list of temps.

CA: Management elected to wait on discarding affected tcs foods until verifying refund eligibility with distributor.

See violation 4-1B for additional violation/instructions due to this decision.

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 during the course of this inspection that the facility had uncovered containers of cooking oils being stored in the side kitchen. COS: Oils were removed and discarded. CA: Management stated that staff will be trained not to store cooking oils uncovered when side kitchen is not in use.

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

Observed during the course of this inspection that the facility drink machine displayed black buildup on a food contact surface as well as 2 out of 3 soda gun nozzles in the bar displaying black buildup and growth.

COS: PIC's cleaned and sanitized drink machine and nozzles.

CA: Glynn EH instructs facility to begin cleaning and sanitizing all surfaces at the end of every shift to prevent black buildup and accumulations on drink dispensing equipment.

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

Regulation: 511-6-1.04(4)(i) - storage or display of food in contact with water or ice (c)

3 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed during the course of this inspection that the facility was storing shrimp in direct contact with undrained ice in a reach in cooler. CA: Glynn EH instructed staff to not store foods in direct contact with undrained ice and to use drip pans that allow ice-water to drain away if ice is used.

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 during the course of this inspection that the facility was not displaying the most recent inspection report.

CA: Glynn EH instructed management to display the most recent inspection report at all times.

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

Observed during the course of this inspection that the facility had multiple containers of cooking equipment stored in the side kitchen in container that displayed significant old food and debris buildup. COS: Containers of equipment were removed from service and sent to be cleaned and sanitized. CA: Glynn EH instructs facility management to train staff to properly store all equipment in clean dry areas when not in use and at least 6 inches off of the floor.

15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean

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

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed during the course of this inspection that a reach in cooler located in the side kitchen displayed old food buildup and accumulations as well as the racks in the walk in cooler displaying buildup. CA: Management stated that areas will be deep cleaned and cleaned more frequently tp prevent buildup.

15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean

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

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed during the course of this inspection that the facility ac unit located in the side kitchen displayed significant black mold like buildup growing around the unit as well as a significant water drip from the unit.

CA: Glynn EH instructed the facility to clean/sanitize the unit and repair whatever was causing the water drippage.

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 during the course of this inspection that the facility walk in freezer floor displayed significant damage close to the entrance door.

CA: Glynn EH intructs facility to attempt to repair the flooring to ensure a smooth cleanable surface.

Nov 20, 2023

Routine

Score: 886 violations

4-2A - food stored covered

Regulation: 511-6-1.04(4)(y) - outdoor cooking(p,pf)

4 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed during the course of this inspection the the facility had an outdoor smoker with no covering to prevent vertical contamination. The smoker displayed food debris indicating recent usage. CA: Management stated that some form of protection from vertical contamination will be acquired and used.

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: No

Observed during the course of this inspection that the facility drink dispenser displayed significant buildup.. COS: Management had the surfaces cleaned and sanitized. CA: Management stated that staff will begin cleaning and sanitizing the surfaces nightly.

11A - proper cooling methods used: adequate equipment for temperature control

Regulation: 511-6-1.05(3)(a) - cooling, heating, and holding capacities (pf)

3 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed during the course of this inspection that the facility had a reach in cooler in the main kitchen displaying an ambient temperature of 54 deg f. CA: Management stated that the cooler will not be used until repairs are made.

On 12/15/2023 it was observed that the reach in cooler was holding chicken wings at 40 deg f.

18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present

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

3 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed during the course of this inspection that the facility had doors leading to the outside seating area that displayed significant gaps with light visibly passing through them as well as dead pest and pest indicators in multiple areas of the facility.

CA: Management stated that a deep cleaning will be conducted to clean up dead pest and indicators & doors leading to the outside dining area will be properly sealed.

14A - in-use utensils: properly stored

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

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed during the course of this inspection that the facility had multiple containers of food/dry food products with scoops with no handles or handles in contact with product. CA: Management stated that staff will be trained to only use scoops with handles and & to keep the handles above the food product.

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

Regulation: 511-6-1.05(6)(a) - good repair & proper adjustment (c)

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observe during the course of this inspection that the facility walk in cooler door was not properly sealed and displayed a significant gap when closed. CA: Management stated that repairs repairs will be made to provide a properly sealed door.