Oakwood, Hall County

GOLDEN BUDDHA

3715 MUNDY MILL RD OAKWOOD, GA 30566

Food
Latest score
96
Oct 22, 2025
City
Oakwood
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.

Oct 22, 2025

Routine

Score: 964 violations

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

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

3 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Observed frozen raw meat stored directly on the floor in the walk-in freezer. Except as specified in paragraphs 2 and 3 of this subsection, food shall be protected from contamination by storing the food: (i) In a clean, dry location; (ii) Where it is not exposed to splash, dust, or other contamination; and (iii) At least 6 inches (15 cm) above the floor. Corrective Actions: PIC immediately placed frozen raw meat on shelving in walk-in freezer.

12C - wiping cloths: properly used and stored

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

3 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Observed several wiping cloths stored outside of sanitizer buckets throughout the kitchen. Cloths in-use for wiping counters and other equipment surfaces shall be: (i) Held between uses in a chemical sanitizer solution at a concentration specified under DPH Rule 511-6-1-.05(6)(n). Corrective Actions: PIC placed all wiping cloths in sanitizer buckets with proper concentration.

14A - in-use utensils: properly stored

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

1 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Observed bowl being used to scoop/dispense bulk soy sauce container. In-use utensil in non-potentially hazardous food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container and observed to be making contact with food. Food shall be dispensed with a utensil that has a handle to prevent potential bare hand contact with food. 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; 2.In food that is not time/temperature control for safety food with their handles above the top of the food within containers or equipment that can be closed, such as bins of sugar, flour, or cinnamon. Corrective Actions: PIC obtained a ladle for dispensing soy sauce and stored it outside of the container to prevent potential contamination from the handle. PIC arranged scoops so that the handles were not touching the food.

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 several stacks of bowls and plates stored facing up allowing potential overhead contamination. 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; and (ii) Covered or inverted. Corrective Actions: PIC immediately covered or arranged equipment to be stored inverted.

Mar 31, 2025

Routine

Score: 952 violations

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

Regulation: 511-6-1.07(6)(b) - working containers, common name (pf)

4 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Observed multiple spray bottles of sanitizer solution stored in dining area unlabeled. Working containers used for storing poisonous or toxic materials such as cleaners and sanitizers taken from bulk supplies shall be clearly and individually identified with the common name of the material. Corrective Actions: Manager labeled sanitizer spray bottles.

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

Regulation: 511-6-1.05(10)(e)1&3 - single-service/single-use items stored 6" off floor in clean, dry location (c)

1 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Observed multiple single-use containers stored out of original packaging and facing up so that potential overhead contamination could occur.

  1. Except as specified in paragraph 4 of this subsection, cleaned equipment and utensils, laundered linens, and single-service and single-use articles shall be stored: (i) In a clean, dry location; (ii) Where they are not exposed to splash, dust, or other contamination; and (iii) At least 6 inches (15 centimeters) above the floor.
  2. Single-service and single-use articles shall be stored as specified under paragraph 1 of this subsection and shall be kept in the original protective package or stored by using other means that afford protection from contamination until used. Corrective Actions: Manager rearranged all single-use containers so that they were stored preventing overhead contamination.

Sep 5, 2024

Routine

Score: 963 violations

10D - food properly labeled; original container

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

3 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Observed various bottles/shakers of seasonings without label showing common name.

  1. Food packaged in a food service establishment, shall be labeled as specified in law, including 21 CFR 101- Food labeling, and 9 CFR 317 Labeling, marking devices, and containers.
  2. Label information shall include: (i) The common name of the food, or if there is no common name, an adequately descriptive identity statement. Corrective Actions: PIC immediately labeled bottles/shakers of seasonings.

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 walk-in cooler gasket torn/in disrepair. All physical facilities shall be maintained in good repair. Corrective Actions: PIC stated the gasket will be replaced.

17D - adequate ventilation and lighting; designated areas used

Regulation: 511-6-1.07(4)(b) - designated areas for employee activity, located to prevent contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens, & single service articles (c)

1 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Observed employee drink stored on prep table with food present. Areas designated for employees to eat, drink, and use tobacco shall be located so that food, equipment, linens, and single-service and single-use articles are protected from contamination. Corrective Actions: PIC voluntarily relocated drink to prevent risk of contamination.

Feb 21, 2024

Routine

Score: 953 violations

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

Regulation: 511-6-1.04(6)(e) - cooling methods (pf, c)

3 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: Yes

Observed container of fried shrimp and cooked & breaded chicken in cooling state fully covered. When placed in cooling or cold holding equipment, food containers in which food is being cooled shall be: (i) Arranged in the equipment to provide maximum heat transfer through the container walls; and (ii) Loosely covered, or uncovered if protected from overhead contamination during the cooling period to facilitate heat transfer from the surface of the food. Note: PIC uncovered foods mentioned above.

17A - toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, cleaned

Regulation: 511-6-1.06(5)(h) - toilet room receptacle, covered (c)

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed trash receptacles without covers in women's restroom. . A toilet room used by females shall be provided with a covered receptacle for sanitary napkins. Note: PIC will obtain covers for trash receptacles in women's restroom.

17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean

Regulation: 511-6-1.07(5)(f) - drying mops (c)

1 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Observed mop stored in mop bucket preventing air-drying. After use, mops shall be placed in a position that allows them to air-dry without soiling walls, equipment, or supplies. Note: PIC arranged mop to allow proper air-drying.

Jul 18, 2023

Routine

Score: 942 violations

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 buckets of cooked chicken in cooling state fully lidded in walk in cooler. Observed raw shrimp in cooling state fully covered with saran wrap in walk in cooler. When placed in cooling or cold holding equipment, food containers in which food is being cooled shall be: (i) Arranged in the equipment to provide maximum heat transfer through the container walls; and (ii) Loosely covered, or uncovered if protected from overhead contamination during the cooling period to facilitate heat transfer from the surface of the food. COS: PIC was educated on cooling methods during inspection and uncovered foods.

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

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

3 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Upon entrance, observed a pale of mustard and package of bottled water on floor. Food shall be protected from contamination by storing the food: (i) In a clean, dry location; (ii) Where it is not exposed to splash, dust, or other contamination; and (iii) At least 6 inches (15 cm) above the floor. COS: Items were moved and placed to a location in compliance.