Dahlonega, Lumpkin County

CAPTAIN D'S

145 MEMORIAL DR DAHLONEGA, GA 30533

Food
Latest score
97
Feb 11, 2026
City
Dahlonega
County
Lumpkin
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.

Feb 11, 2026

Routine

Score: 972 violations

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

Regulation: 511-6-1.05(10)(g)(1)&(3) - kitchenware and tableware, single-service/-use items properly handled to protect food-/lip-contact surfaces (c)

1 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Observed single-use containers in the dry storage area not stored covered or protected.

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: YesRepeat: Yes

Observed debris on gaskets of equipment and under shelves in the dry storage area. All nonfood contact surfaces must be sanitized as often as necessary to prevent contamination of employee hands, single use items, and food items.

Mar 20, 2025

Routine

Score: 925 violations

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

Regulation: 511-6-1.05(7)(a)1 - equipment, food-contact surfaces,& utensils (pf)

4 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Observed no sanitizer buckets made upon arrival. Sanitizer buckets must be made, kept in proper concentration, and stored near food prep areas to ensure surfaces are properly sanitized any time food handling is occurring. COS buckets made.

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 employee using thermometer to check food item cook temperatures without properly sanitizing the thermometer between food items. COS employee educated and sanitizer bucket used for sanitizing.

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 food items prepared in-house or removed from original containers without the labels of common food names. All food items removed from original packing or prepared on-site must be labeled with the common name of the food to ensure food is properly identified.

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

Observed that the gasket of the ice machine has deteriorated, the interior gasket of the r.i.f. near the drive-thru window has deteriorated, and the interior shelves of the same r.i.f have rusted. All equipment surfaces must be maintained in good condition and be easily-cleanable.

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 food and physical debris on gaskets of equipment, walls of dishpit/prep area, shelves in equipment, inside front food storage cabinets, and dried syrup spill in dry good storage. All nonfood contact surfaces must be sanitized as often as necessary to prevent contamination of employee hands, single use items, and food items.

Mar 12, 2024

Followup

Score: 953 violations

2-2D - adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible

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

4 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Observed hand wash sink by cook area without paper towels upon arrival. All hand wash sinks must be kept fully stocked with soap, paper towels, and hot water and must have an accessible trash can. COS

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

Observed that gasket of ice machine is beginning to deteriorate.

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: YesRepeat: No

Observed debris on shelves by drive-thru and under shelves in dry storage. Observed grease on equipment handles. These surfaces must be cleaned with sanitizer as often as necessary to keep them clean. COS

Feb 21, 2024

Routine

Score: 885 violations

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 food items in coolers and freezers with out a lid or cover. Food items must be stored covered to prevent contamination. COS Lid/covers added to needed items.

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

Regulation: 511-6-1.05(7)(a)1 - equipment, food-contact surfaces,& utensils (pf)

4 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Observed no sanitizer buckets made upon arrival. Sanitizer buckets must be made, kept in proper concentration, and stored near food prep areas to ensure surfaces are properly sanitized as needed. COS buckets made.

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: YesRepeat: No

Observed food items removed from original containers without the labels of common food names. All food items removed from original packing must be labeled with the common name of the food to ensure food is properly identified. COS labels added.

18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present

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

3 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed rodents at dumpster enclosure. Facility must be treated for pests as often as necessary to prevent their incursion. Facility must have pest control done and rodents removed.

17B - garbage/refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained

Regulation: 511-6-1.06(5)(o),(p) - using drain plugs; maintaining refuse areas (c)

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: Yes

Dumpster does not have a drain plug. Drain plugs must be used to help prevent pest incursion. Corrective Action: install a drain plug

Observed leaf litter and debris under grease barrel. Dumpster enclosure must be kept free of such debris to help prevent pest incursion.