Augusta, Richmond County

GIUSEPPE'S

3690 WHEELER RD AUGUSTA, GA 30909

Food
Latest score
88
Jun 9, 2026
City
Augusta
County
Richmond
Inspections
7

Score history

Inspection scores over time for this facility.

Inspection history

Georgia inspection history is score-based, with violations grouped under each recorded inspection.

Jun 9, 2026

Routine

Score: 886 violations

4-2A - food stored covered

Regulation: 511-6-1.04(4)(c)1(iv) - packaged & unpackaged food, food stored covered(c)

4 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed multiple containers of food stored uncovered inside the coolers. C/A: Store all food items covered at all times. May partially cover when cooling.

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: Yes

Observed several food items not labeled outside the original container. C/A: Label all food items stored outside the original container.

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

Regulation: 511-6-1.02(1)(f)(1) - permit, displayed (c)

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed the food service permit not posted within the facility. C/A: Obtain and post food service permit.

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 on drying rack. 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 not closed. C/A: Ensure 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 head stored in mop sink. C/A: Store mops and mop heads hanging to air dry in between uses.

Nov 17, 2025

Routine

Score: 905 violations

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 black buildup inside the bulk ice machine. C/A: Clean the ice machine. Increase cleaning frequency to limit buildup.

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 several food items not labeled outside the original container. C/A: Label all food items when stored outside the original container.

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 a bowl left inside a container of flour. C/A: Ensure scoops are properly stored when stored with 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.

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 no test strips to for the sanitizer being used. C/A: Obtain the proper test strips for sanitizer being used.

May 1, 2025

Followup

Score: 833 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: Yes

Observed cold-held TCS foods w/ temperatures above 41F. Spoke w/ kitchen staff about rearranging WIC. C/A: Maintain cold-held TCS foods at 41F or below.

11D - thermometers provided and accurate

Regulation: 511-6-1.05((2)(l) - tmd, ambient air & water - accuracy (pf)

3 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: Yes

Observed no inside thermometers for several coolers. C/A: Place thermometers inside all coolers & freezers.

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.

Apr 25, 2025

Routine

Score: 6011 violations

2-1B - hands clean and properly washed

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

9 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed employees not wash hands in between tasks. C/A: Wash hands when changing tasks.

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 food cold-held above 41F. C/A: TCS food cold-held, temperatures should be 41F and below.

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 establishment not have all employee health agreements. C/A: All employee health agreements should be signed by all employees. Have copies available at all times.

4-2A - food stored covered

Regulation: 511-6-1.04(4)(c)1(iv) - packaged & unpackaged food, food stored covered(c)

4 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed several food items stored without covers. C/A: All food stored should have covers.

10D - food properly labeled; original container

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

3 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: Yes

Observed food not labeled w/ prep & discard date. C/A: Label food w/ prep & discard date. Label food outside original container.

10D - food properly labeled; original container

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

3 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed cake held past discard date. C/A: Throw away food when discard date has been reached.

11D - thermometers provided and accurate

Regulation: 511-6-1.05((2)(l) - tmd, ambient air & water - accuracy (pf)

3 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: Yes

Observed no thermometer inside all coolers & freezers. C/A: Place thermometers inside all coolers & freezers.

12B - personal cleanliness

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

3 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed employee w/o hair net during active food prep. C/A: Hair should be covered with a hair net during active food prep/cooking.

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: NoRepeat: No

Observed employee drinks stored w/ food. C/A: Employee drinks should be stored in designated areas.

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 scoops stored in container in food. C/A: Scoops should be stored on a clean sanitizer area.

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. C/A: Air dry dishes.

Oct 18, 2024

Routine

Score: 886 violations

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 multiple food items not properly labeled inside the reach-in-cooler in the front food service area. C/A: Label all food items outside of its original container.

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 inside thermometers inside the coolers & freezers. C/A: Place thermometers inside all coolers & freezers.

12B - personal cleanliness

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

3 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed a wrist watch worn by multiple employees who were actively prepping food. C/A: Ensure no jewelry is worn on the hands/wrists 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 scoops/bowls improperly stored inside multiple containers of seasonings, sugar, and flour. C/A: Store scoops & bowls or other utensils above the food & containers.

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

17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean

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

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed mop and mop head(s) improperly stored in mop bucket & mop sink. C/A: Store mops and mop heads hanging to air dry.

Mar 20, 2024

Routine

Score: 817 violations

6-1A - proper cold holding temperatures

9 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed chicken/45F, sausage/43F, and cheese/44F cold held at temperatures above 41F inside the coolers in the main kitchen. C/A: Ensure cold held foods are held at 41F or below.

1-2B - certified food protection manager

4 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed an expired Food Protection Manager certification. C/A: Obtain a new Certified Food Protection Manager cert within 60 days.

12B - personal cleanliness

3 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed employees not wearing hair restraints during active food prep. C/A: Ensure employees wear hair restraints during active food prep.

14A - in-use utensils: properly stored

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: Yes

Observed scoops improperly stored inside several containers of sugar. C/A: Ensure scoops are properly stored.

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

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: Yes

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

17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed buildup on several pieces of equipment. C/A: Clean all equipment. Increase cleaning frequency.

17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed missing ceiling tile in the main kitchen and back room. C/A: Replace all missing ceiling tiles.

Sep 14, 2023

Routine

Score: 858 violations

4-2A - food stored covered

4 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: Yes

Observed multiple food items in the coolers & freezers stored uncovered. C/A: Ensure all food items are stored covered.

10D - food properly labeled; original container

3 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed several food items not properly labeled. C/A: Label all food items outside original container.

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

3 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed drinking cup used to scoop ice. C/A: Use ice scoop to scoop ice.

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

3 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed food items being stored on the floor in the WIC & dry storage. C/A: Store all food items at least 6 inches off of the floor.

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

3 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed the clipboard used to take orders being used on the pizza food prep surface while active food prep was occurring. C/A: Do not store items or use food prep surfaces for anything other than food while actively making/prepping food.

14A - in-use utensils: properly stored

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed several bowls left in food items. C/A: Ensure in-use utensils are properly stored.

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

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: Yes

Observed the mop & additional wet mop head stored in the mop sink. C/A: Hang mop to air dry.

15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed buildup on the plastic of the WIC and behind flour machine. C/A: Clean all food contact & non-food contact surfaces.