DAHLONEGA, Lumpkin County

Hideaway Restaurant, LLC

135 FORREST HILLS RD DAHLONEGA, GA 30533

Food
Latest score
81
Dec 17, 2025
City
DAHLONEGA
County
Lumpkin
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.

Dec 17, 2025

Routine

Score: 8110 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 multiple bags of grapes, melons, and bags of lettuce stored in the wic and the preptop cooler that had soft spots or moldy areas. Observed multiple food items in the wif and dry good area stored on the floor. Observed several food items throughout the facility with manufacturer labels to refrigerate after opening that were stored on shelves at room temperature. Observed several trays of food forgotten after a recent event in three ovens throughout kitchen including beef, rice, gravy, and non-cripsy bacon. CA: all produce must be monitored for signs of rot/mold and all manufacturer labels must be adhered to for food safety. Food items must be stored a minimum of 6" off the floor. COS: all affected items discarded voluntarily.

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

Regulation: 511-6-1.04(3)(e) - package integrity (pf)

9 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Observed several dented and/or rusted cans stored in the dry storage area. CA: all cans must be discarded or pull aside and removed from use if dented or rusted. COS: all applicable cans voluntarily discarded

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 several opened bags, containers, and boxes of food in rif units, ric units, and the dry goods area. Observed multiple spices containers and a bottle of glaze stored uncovered due to broke or missing lids. CA: all food items must be stored covered to prevent contamination. COS: all food items covered, repackaged, discarded.

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 multiple drinking glasses stored throughout the facility, many stacks of ready to use oven trays, plates, bowls, and mixing bowls, and several ready to use utensils with food and physical debris. Observed mold-like growth on the interior baffle of the ice machine. Observed food and physical debris in utensil storage drawers in multiple areas of the kitchen. CA: all food contact surfaces must be sanitized as often as necessary to prevent debris accumulation. COS: surfaces sanitized

6-2 - proper date marking and disposition

Regulation: 511-6-1.04(6)(g) - ready-to-eat time/temperature control for safety food, date marking (pf)

4 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Observed multiple zip lock bags and containers of food items labelled without preparation or expiration dates. CA: All food items removed from original packaging or made in house must have proper labels with the common name of the food item AND a date mark. COS: food items labelled appropriately or discarded.

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 food items made in house and commercial prepared kept past their expiration date. CA: all food items must be used or discarded within 7 days if made in house or by the manufacturer labelled date. COS: food items voluntarily discarded

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

Regulation: 511-6-1.05(2)(a) - equipment and utensils, constructed of durable materials (c)

1 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Observed the countertop under the heat lamp to have cracks and gaps in the grout that render the surface no longer easily cleanable and nonporous. Observed several nonstick pans and utensils that are no longer easily cleanable. CA: all food and nonfood contact surfaces must be maintained in hard, nonporous, and easily cleanable condition. COS: work orders have been placed with maintenance department and new utensils/equipment will be ordered as needed.

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 food and physical debris on equipment gaskets, shelves, doors, and handles, on shelves throughout kitchen, on outsides of food storage containers, floors throughout facility, on inside of microwaves, and on can opener.CA: all nonfood contact surfaces must be sanitized as often as necessary to prevent debris accumulation. COS: surfaces sanitized

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 a leak under the dishpit hand sink. Observed the self-closer on the exterior door to the ice chest room to be incapable of completely closing the door. Observed several sinks missing identifying labels. Observed the barrier not in place properly between the vegetable prep and handwash sinks. CA: all areas and equipment throughout the facility must be maintained in good repair and good condition. Work orders will be placed for these areas.

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 numerous employee belongings such as stereos, a purse, a jacket, food items, drinks, and personal cosmetic supplies stored improperly throughout the facility. CA: all employee belongings must be stored in an area that is separate from food or single use items and food prep and storage areas. COS: employee belongings moved and staff educated.

Nov 7, 2024

Followup

Score: 925 violations

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

Regulation: 511-6-1.04(4)(z) - miscellaneous sources of contamination (c)

3 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Observed a box of mixed fruit containing grapefruit and pears where some of the pears were in poor condition. All items must be stored in a manner that protects them from contamination and must be checked for best quality. COS items removed and grapefruit washed.

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 that the most recent inspection report was not displayed.

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

Regulation: 511-6-1.07(3)(d) - handwashing signage (c)

1 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Observed that handwashing and utility sinks are not properly labeled. All sinks must be labeled with their intended use.

14A - in-use utensils: properly stored

1 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: Yes

Observed in-use can opener and oven trays with debris. All in-use utensils and dishes MUST be stored properly in a manner that prevents their contamination. Items removed and washed.

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 containers in dry-storage with debris. Observed debris on chaffing dish handles. These areas should be cleaned with sanitizer as often as necessary to prevent the accumulation of debris.

Oct 22, 2024

Routine

Score: 6216 violations

4-1A - food separated and protected

Regulation: 511-6-1.04(4)(c)1(i)(ii)(iii)(v)(vi)(vii)(viii) - packaged & unpackaged food separation, packaging, and segregation (p, c)

9 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Observed improper storage order in the walk-in cooler that resulted in unwashed produce and ready-to-eat foods being stored next to raw animal foods. Ready-to-eat foods discarded and staff educated on proper storage order.

6-1C - proper cooling time and temperature

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

9 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Observed cooked Time/Temperature Control for Safety Foods not cooled from 135F to 41F within 6 hours. Foods not cooled properly were cooked pasta, cooked rice, beef roast, mashed potatoes, marinara, and gravy. TCS food items must be cooled from 135F to 70F within 2hrs and from 70F to 41F in another 4 hrs. Items were left in coolers over night and did not reach proper cold-holding temperatures. COS Items discarded and staff educated on proper cooling time-frames and methods. Cooling logs given to monitor cooling times.

2-2D - adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible

Regulation: 511-6-1.06(2)(o) - using a handwashing sink- operation & maintenance (pf)

4 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed a hand washing sink without paper towels in back salad prep area. Observed that no hand wash sink is present in the dish pit. All hand wash sinks must be fully stocked and accessible. The facility should have enough hand wash sinks to facilitate proper hand washing.

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 mold-like debris in ice-scoop holder, on ice scoop, and on the ice machine baffle. These areas must be cleaned with sanitizer as often as necessary to keep them clean.

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: NoRepeat: No

Observed all QUAT sanitizer in facility exceeded 400 ppm.

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

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

4 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Observed sanitizer spray bottles stored on prep sink and hand wash sink. Observed eye wash and pain medication stored on or beside clean dishes. All sanitizers must be stored away from food storage and food prep areas and away from clean dishes and single-use items. All personal items must be stored in a separate location from all afore mentioned areas and from sanitizers. COS items moved.

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

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

3 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Observed food containers stored on the ground in dry storage and in the walk-in cooler and freezer. All items must be stored 6" off the ground to prevent contamination.

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

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

3 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: Yes

Observed food containers stored on the ground in dry storage and in the walk-in cooler and freezer. All items must be stored 6" off the ground to prevent contamination.

12C - wiping cloths: properly used and stored

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

3 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: Yes

Observed multiple dry wiping cloths on counters around facility. Dry wiping cloths CANNOT be used to wipe surfaces. Wiping cloths MUST be stored in a sanitizer bucket when in use. COS wiping cloths discarded into dirty linen bins.

12D - washing fruits and vegetables

Regulation: 511-6-1.04(4)(g) - washing fruits & vegetables (pf)

3 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Observed fruit and vegetable sink being used for purposes other than washing fruits and vegetables.

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 in-use utensils and dishes not protected from contamination. Observed plates, hanging dishes and utensils, containers of knives on counters, and utensils stored in drawers ready-to-use but with debris. All in-use utensils and dishes MUST be stored properly in a manner that prevents their contamination.

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 single-use items not stored covered or in a manner that prevents their contamination.

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 that facility had no sanitizer test strips for chlorine or QUAT sanitizer. Appropriate test strips are required to ensure sanitizer is in concentration.

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

Regulation: 511-6-1.05(3)(b),(c) - manual warewashing, sink compartment requirement; drainboards (pf, c)

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed the dishpit 3-comp sink without proper drainboards to hold dirty and air drying dishes. Observed dirty dishes stored on a table reserved as an air drying table. Drainboards must be installed on both sides of the 3-comp sink to ensure proper warewashing order and separation of dirty and clean dishes.

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 general build-up of grime/debris in facility. Noticed food build-up on equipment handles, under tables, on food containers, on the floor, etc. Facility should be cleaned as often as necessary to prevent accumulation of debris.

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 no backsplash to protect wall at mop sink. Observed FRP in dish pit with exposed seams/cracks. Observed that tables and shelves need to be resurfaced for ease of cleaning. Observed stairs leading to server staging in need of cleaning and resealing. Observed ceilings need to be dusted to remove spider webs. Observed repairs done on walk-in and dish pit table with foil which is not an easily cleanable surface.

Mar 5, 2024

Followup

Score: 855 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 containers of food in cold and dry storage stored without proper lids or covers. All food items must be stored covered to prevent contamination. COS lids added or items discarded.

6-2 - proper date marking and disposition

4 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: Yes

Observed sporadic date marking on food items in all food units. Many food items were missing date marks and labels completely. All food items removed from original packaging or made in house must have proper food labels with the common name of the food item and the expiration date of the food item. Foods must be discarded once the expiration date has been reached.

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

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

3 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Observed food items with improper storage that could lead to contamination of items. Observed debris on containers of food that could lead to contamination of food items.

12C - wiping cloths: properly used and stored

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

3 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: Yes

Observed multiple dry wiping cloths on counters around facility. Dry wiping cloths CANNOT be used to wipe surfaces. Wiping cloths MUST be stored in a sanitizer bucket when in use. COS wiping cloths discarded into dirty linen bins.

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 general build-up of grime/debris in facility. Noticed food build-up on equipment handles, under tables, on food containers, on the floor, etc. Facility should be cleaned as often as necessary to prevent accumulation of debris.

Dec 12, 2023

Routine

Score: 727 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 strawberries and limes stored in coolers and onions in dry storage that had soft spot and/or mold like matter. Observed chili sauce stored on dry storage shelves that had label stating to refrigerate after opening. Chili sauce discarded and staff educated. Food products must be inventoried as often as necessary to ensure food is in good condition. COS items discarded.

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 made in the facility when Inspectors arrived. Sanitizer must be prepared in proper concentration prior to beginning any food handling or prep. Food contact surfaces must be properly sanitized to prevent contamination. COS sanitizer buckets dumped and remade with proper concentration QUAT sanitizer.

6-2 - proper date marking and disposition

Regulation: 511-6-1.04(6)(g) - ready-to-eat time/temperature control for safety food, date marking (pf)

4 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed sporadic date marking on food items in all food units. Food items were missing labels completely. All food items removed from original packaging or made in house must have proper food labels with the common name of the food item and the expiration date of the food item.

10D - food properly labeled; original container

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

3 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed food items stored in all units that lacked proper labelling. All food items removed from original packaging or made in-house must be labelled with the common name of the food item.

12C - wiping cloths: properly used and stored

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

3 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: Yes

Observed multiple dry wiping cloths on counters around facility. Dry wiping cloths CANNOT be used. Wiping cloths must be stored in a sanitizer bucket when in use. COS wiping cloths discarded into dirty linen bins.

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: Yes

Observed general build-up of grime/debris in facility. Noticed food build-up on equipment handles, under tables, on food containers, on the floor, etc. Facility should be cleaned as often as necessary to prevent accumulation of debris.

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: Yes

Observed holes in the wall and gaps along the side of the ceiling hatch in the wine storage area. These areas must be addressed to avoid pest incursion. Observed unsealed wood on shelves, knife storage, and surfaces through the facility. These areas must be addressed to prevent contamination and for ease of cleaning. Observed the door in the dry storage area with large gaps along the edges and the exterior door to the guest ice and vending area without a self-closer. These areas must be addressed to prevent pest incursion to the facility. Observed the condensation line from the HVAC unit in dry storage area constructed to drain over the food storage area. Food storage areas must be protected from sources of contamination.