Vidalia, Toombs County

Tree House Bar & Grill

723 W NORTH ST VIDALIA, GA 30474

Food

Latest score

Mar 27, 2026

City

Vidalia

County

Toombs

Inspections

Score history

Inspection scores over time for this facility.

Inspection history

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

Mar 27, 2026

Routine

Score: 912 violations

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6-1A - proper cold holding temperatures

Regulation: 511-6-1.04(6)(f) - time/temperature control for safety; cold holding (p)

9 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Observed reach in cooler ambient at 48, shrimp at 42, and ribeye at 43. COS: Manager moved meat to walk in cooler. Tech is working on unit. Do not use unit until re-checked by the health department.

6-1A - proper cold holding temperatures

Regulation: 511-6-1.04(6)(f) - time/temperature control for safety; cold holding (p)

9 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Observed reach in cooler drawer ambient at 46. Do not use unit until re-checked by the health department.

Sep 4, 2025

Routine

Score: 8013 violations

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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 uncovered peppers and onions on prep table and open pork skins bag in dry storage.

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 dried food buildup on upper inside portion of microwave.

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

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

4 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed a chemical spray bottle being stored on shelf with pans and bleach being stored in dry storage next to grits. CA: chemicals should be stored away from food items and pans.

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

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

4 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed chemical spray bottle not labeled on shelf storing pans. CA: all chemicals out of original container should be labeled.

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

Regulation: 511-6-1.07(6)(o) - medicines, restriction & storage (p, pf)

4 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed Ibuprofen being stored next to sauces on shelf above prep table. CA: medicine should be stored away from food items.

10D - food properly labeled; original container

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

3 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed unlabeled sauces in shelf over prep table, seasonings by the grill, sauces in reach in cooler, and seasoning in dry storage. CA: foods out of origianl container should be labeled.

10D - food properly labeled; original container

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

3 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed expired milk (ex. 8/23) in reach in cooler and expired grits (July) in dry storage. CA: dispose of all expired food items.

11C - approved thawing methods used

Regulation: 511-6-1.04(6)(c) - thawing (c)

3 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed thawed fish in reduced oxygen packaging. CA: fish should be removed from packaging to thaw.

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

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

3 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed pickle buckets on floor in dry storage.

12C - wiping cloths: properly used and stored

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

3 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed wet rag on prep table.

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 scoop handle in fish meal in the fish meal container.

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 available for sanitizer.

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 batteries being stored on shelf in dry storage with food items. CA: store batteries away from food items.

Jul 7, 2025

Initial

Score: 1000 violations

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No violations recorded for this inspection.

Apr 11, 2025

Routine

Score: 8610 violations

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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 inside top of microwave with buildup. CA: Clean and sanitize as soon as possible.

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 ice machine with buildup. CA: Clean and sanitize as soon as possible. Will follow-up.

10D - food properly labeled; original container

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

3 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed unlabeled sauces and coleslaw in walk in cooler and cold storage drawers in the kitchen. CA: Food out of the original container need a label.

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

Regulation: 511-6-1.04(4)(r) - food storage, prohibited areas (c)

3 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed bags of ice and packages of meat on the floor in the walk in freezer.

12B - personal cleanliness

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

3 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed food handling employee wearing watch during food prep.

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

Regulation: 511-6-1.05(2)(h) - nonfood-contact surfaces (c)

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed raw wood in the bar area underneath bar top and cabinets under 3-compartment sink.

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

Regulation: 511-6-1.05(1)(i) - nonfood-contact surfaces (c)

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: Yes

Observed concrete floor in back area not sealed. CA: Flooring must be smooth, and cleanable.

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 missing quaternary ammonium test strips for 3-compartment sink.

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

Regulation: 511-6-1.07(2)(l) - toilet rooms, enclosed (c)

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: Yes

Observed men's and women's restrooms without self-closing doors.

17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean

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

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed mops stored in mop sink and not hung to dry.

Oct 31, 2024

Routine

Score: 984 violations

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

Regulation: 511-6-1.05(1)(a) - materials, general requirements (p, c)

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed raw wood in the bar area underneath the bar top and cabinets and concrete that was not sealed in back storage area

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 dish machine missing a thermometer for heat sanitizing/test strips.

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

Regulation: 511-6-1.07(5)(i) - closing toilet room doors (c)

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Both bathrooms doors do not self close.

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

Regulation: 511-6-1.06(5)(g)3 - storage areas, rooms, & receptacles, capacity & availability of trash can if using paper towels at each sink ©

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed trashcan with a lid missing from the ladies bathroom.

May 8, 2024

Routine

Score: 961 violation

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1-2B - certified food protection manager

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

4 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed no CFSM for facility. CA: advised to get a CFSM ASAP, will follow up during next inspection.

Dec 14, 2023

Routine

Score: 903 violations

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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 stirring spoon stored in the handwashing sink in the bar area. CA Handwashing sink is to be used for handwashing only.

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 open bags of fries in the reach in freezer.

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 shelving where utensils are stored to have an abundance of food residue on the foil lining them.

Nov 30, 2023

Routine

Score: 837 violations

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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: NoRepeat: No

Observed raw meats over pimento cheese in reach in cooler and raw eggs over ready to eat sauces in beer cooler.

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 microwaves with buildup. CA: Clean and sanitize ASAP.

10D - food properly labeled; original container

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

3 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed sauces in individual containers in pans that are are unlabeled. CA: Label pans of sauces.

10D - food properly labeled; original container

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

3 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed sour cream with expiration date of 11/17. CA: Discard out of date sour cream.

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 missing test strips for sanitizer.

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

Regulation: 511-6-1.05(7)(j) - rinsing procedures (c)

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed no sanitizer for dishes at 3-compartment sink.

15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean

Regulation: 511-6-1.05(7)(d) - nonfood-contact surfaces (c)

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed flour spilled and covering shelves where flour is stored in kitchen.

Jun 1, 2023

Routine

Score: 917 violations

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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 bowl of cinnamon sugar stored on a shelf uncovered.

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 seasonings in shakers, bowls and bottles not labeled with common food name.

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 handle of the ice scoop stored in the ice bin.

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 bowl being used as a scoop in the fish meal.

14A - in-use utensils: properly stored

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed handle of scoop stored in the container of flour

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: NoRepeat: No

Observed plates not protected from contamination

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 cups stored on a shelf in dry storage with seasonings and monster drink stored on shelf in the kitchen.