Augusta, Richmond County

MARCO'S PIZZA

229 FURYS FERRY RD STE 111 AUGUSTA, GA 30907

Food
Latest score
96
Apr 20, 2026
City
Augusta
County
Richmond
Inspections
8

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 20, 2026

Routine

Score: 964 violations

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

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

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed no handwashing sign in the men's restroom. C/A: Place signage.

14B - utensils, equipment and linens: properly stored, dried, handled

Regulation: 511-6-1.05(10)(a) - equipment & utensils, air-drying required (c)

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed wet nesting of clean dishes. C/A: Allow dishes to properly air dry before stacking.

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

Observed damaged doors/doors not closed, drain plug missing, and ants around the dumpster. C/A: Fix damaged doors, replace the drain plug, and consult with a licensed pest control operator for ants.

17D - adequate ventilation and lighting; designated areas used

Regulation: 511-6-1.05(2)(j) - ventilation hood system filters, designed to be readily removable for cleaning (c)

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed buildup and dust on vent/hood filters. C/A: Clean and or have vent/hood serviced.

Nov 13, 2025

Routine

Score: 923 violations

11D - thermometers provided and accurate

Regulation: 511-6-1.05(2)(x) - tmd, located in refrigerators/ hot holding (pf, c)

3 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed no or missing thermometers inside the cold holding units. C/A: Place thermometers inside all coolers and freezers.

12B - personal cleanliness

Regulation: 511-6-1.03(5)(g) - jewelry (c)

3 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed an employee wearing a wristwatch during active food prep. C/A: Refrain from wearing anything on the arms or wrists during active food prep.

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

Observed damaged doors/doors not closed and drain plug missing from the dumpster. C/A: Fix damaged doors and replace the drain plug or replace entire unit.

Apr 30, 2025

Followup

Score: 817 violations

1-2B - certified food protection manager

Regulation: 511-6-1.03(3)(a) - food safety manager certification (pf)

4 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: Yes

Observed no Certified Food Protection Manager certification for the facility. C/A: Facility was instructed to obtain certification w/in 60 days from previous inspection. Obtain certification by 5/17/25.

2-2A - management knowledge, responsibilities, reporting

Regulation: 511-6-1.03(4)(a)(b)(c)(e)(f) - responsibility of permit holder, pic, and conditional employees (p), (pf)

4 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: Yes

Observed no employee health reporting agreements. PIC stated agreements are completed online. C/A: Have copies of completed agreements or a method to show completed agreements for inspections.

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

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

3 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed an employee rinse thermometer w/ water prior to temping food. C/A: Wash, rinse, and sanitize thermometer in between checking different foods.

12B - personal cleanliness

Regulation: 511-6-1.03(5)(j) - hair restraints (c)

3 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Observed and employee not wearing a hair restraint during active food prep. Observed an employee not wearing a beard restraint during active food prep. C/A: Hair restraints must be worn during active food prep. Employees w/ beards or mustaches 1/2" or greater must wear beard restraints during active food prep.

14A - in-use utensils: properly stored

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

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: Yes

Observed scoop improperly stored in seasonings. C/A: Ensure scoops are properly stored w/ handle above the food & the container. If unable to properly store w/ food, store outside of food.

14B - utensils, equipment and linens: properly stored, dried, handled

Regulation: 511-6-1.05(10)(a) - equipment & utensils, air-drying required (c)

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: Yes

Observed wet nesting of clean dishes. C/A: Allow dishes to properly air dry before stacking.

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

Observed drain plug missing & dumpster doors not closed. C/A: Maintain trash area. Have drain plug replaced and ensure dumpster doors remain closed when not in use.

Mar 17, 2025

Routine

Score: 797 violations

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 several TCS food items cold held above 41F w/in the coolers. C/A: Maintain cold held TCS foods at 41F or below.

1-2B - certified food protection manager

Regulation: 511-6-1.03(3)(a) - food safety manager certification (pf)

4 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed no Certified Food Protection Manager certification. C/A: Obtain & post certification w/in 60 days of this inspection.

2-2A - management knowledge, responsibilities, reporting

Regulation: 511-6-1.03(4)(a)(b)(c)(e)(f) - responsibility of permit holder, pic, and conditional employees (p), (pf)

4 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed no employee health reporting agreements. C/A: Ensure all employees read, understand, and sign a copy of the employee health reporting agreement. Have copies available for inspections.

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 the scoop improperly stored inside a container of corn meal. C/A: Ensure scoops are properly stored w/ the handle above the food and the container.

14B - utensils, equipment and linens: properly stored, dried, handled

Regulation: 511-6-1.05(10)(a) - equipment & utensils, air-drying required (c)

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: Yes

Observed wet nesting of clean dishes. C/A: Allow dishes to properly air dry before stacking.

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

Observed bags of trash surrounding the dumpster area. C/A: Have trash cleaned up and/or work w/ landlord/neighbors to determine the best method to maintain area.

17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean

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

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: Yes

Observed wet mop sitting inside the mop bucket. C/A: Store mop hanging to air dry between uses.

Sep 10, 2024

Routine

Score: 885 violations

2-1B - hands clean and properly washed

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

9 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed an employee return to food prep station without properly washing their hands. C/A: Ensure all employees know when and how to properly wash their hands. Wash hands between switching activities.

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 the most recent health inspection report not posted. C/A: Keep current health inspection report posted at all times.

14B - utensils, equipment and linens: properly stored, dried, handled

Regulation: 511-6-1.05(10)(a) - equipment & utensils, air-drying required (c)

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed clean dishes wet stacked on the drying rack in main kitchen. C/A: Allow dishes to properly air dry before stacking.

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: No

Observed the dumpster doors left open, missing drain plug, and trash surrounding the area. C/A: Get drain plug replaced, clean up trash, and ensure the dumpster doors remain closed when not in use.

17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean

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

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed mop sitting in mop sink. C/A: Hang mop to air dry.

Mar 6, 2024

Routine

Score: 882 violations

6-1A - proper cold holding temperatures

9 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed cheese above 41F while held for cold holding inside the prep top cooler. C/A: Ensure all food items can be cold held at 41F or below.

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

3 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed an employee's personal multi-tool on top of a cutting board in the main kitchen. C/A: Determine methods to prevent contamination during food preparation.

Sep 1, 2023

Routine

Score: 943 violations

6-2 - proper date marking and disposition

4 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed salad held past date markings. C/A: Monitor date markings and ensure food is properly discarded.

14A - in-use utensils: properly stored

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed scoop handle in dough flour. C/A: Ensure in-use utensils are properly stored.

14B - utensils, equipment and linens: properly stored, dried, handled

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: Yes

Observed wet nesting of dishes. C/A: Allow dishes to properly air dry before stacking.

Jun 1, 2023

Initial

Score: 982 violations

14B - utensils, equipment and linens: properly stored, dried, handled

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed clean dishes wet nesting on the wire rack in the washroom. C/A: Allow dishes to properly air dry before stacking.

17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed a large gap in the ceiling outside of the walk-in cooler. C/A: Replace the ceiling tile to prevent vermin entry.