Gainesville, Hall County

BRENAU DOWNTOWN CAMPUS

301 MAIN ST SW GAINESVILLE, GA 30501

Food
Latest score
97
Apr 7, 2026
City
Gainesville
County
Hall
Inspections
5

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 7, 2026

Routine

Score: 971 violation

18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present

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

3 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed rodent activity as evidenced by rodent droppings found near dish machine. The presence of insects, rodents, and other pests shall be controlled to minimize their presence on the premises by:

  1. Routinely inspecting incoming shipments of food and supplies;
  2. Routinely inspecting the premises for evidence of pests;
  3. Using methods, if pests are found, such as trapping devices or other means of pest control as specified under subsections (6)(e), (6)(m), and (6)(n) of this Rule; and
  4. Eliminating harborage conditions. Corrective Actions: PIC to contact university administration to verify routine pest control visits.

Dec 11, 2025

Routine

Score: 932 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

511-6-1.03(6) - Clean-up of Vomiting and Diarrheal Events(Pf) (6) Responding To Contamination Events. 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.Pf Note: Observed no disinfectant available in facility for use against norovirus. PIC stated they would bring one of the extra kits down from the dining room.

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

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

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

511-6-1.02(1)(d) - Displaying of the Inspection Report (C)

  1. The most current inspection report shall be prominently displayed in public view at all times, within fifteen feet of the front or primary public door and between five feet and seven feet from the floor and in an area where it can be read at a distance of one foot away. Note: Observed posted inspection report to be from 03/20/2024 and not the most recent inspection conducted on 11/12/2024. PIC instructed to post new inspection report.

Nov 12, 2024

Routine

Score: 923 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: No

Observed no disinfectant available for use against norovirus. 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. Corrective Actions: PIC stated a bodily fluid spill kit will be purchased for the facility.

10D - food properly labeled; original container

Regulation: 511-6-1.04(8)(b) - expired foods (p)

3 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Observed 4 quarts of half & half with expiration date of 5/17/2024 stored in walk-in cooler. Prepackaged sandwiches, eggs, infant formula, shucked oysters, milk, and time/temperature control safety foods that are labeled as “keep refrigerated” and that are for sale or service to the consumer or used as an ingredient in other foods shall be immediately discarded and shall not be sold, served, or used after the manufacturer’s expiration date or the sell-by date. Corrective Actions: PIC voluntarily discarded expired half & half cartons.

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 accumulation of empty cardboard boxes throughout kitchen. Refuse, recyclables, and returnables 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. Corrective Actions: PIC stated the cardboard boxes and other refuse will be removed from main kitchen by COB.

Mar 20, 2024

Routine

Score: 961 violation

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 buildup of slime in the interior of ice machine. Equipment food-contact surfaces and utensils shall be clean to sight and touch. Note: PIC will drain and wash, rinse, & sanitize interior of ice machine at COB.

Sep 19, 2023

Routine

Score: 1000 violations
No violations recorded for this inspection.