Vidalia, Toombs County

Steeplechase

306 E SECOND ST VIDALIA, GA 30474

Food

Latest score

May 7, 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.

May 7, 2026

Routine

Score: 885 violations

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

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

4 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: Yes

Observed sanitizer spray bottle stored beside a mixer and the scale on a prep table. CA All chemicals are required to be stored away from food and equipment

12B - personal cleanliness

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

3 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Observed several food handlers without proper hair restraints. COS Employees put on hair restraints

12B - personal cleanliness

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

3 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed food handlers with watches and rings with stones on.

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 inspection report from November not posted.

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 single use condiment cups being used as a scoop in the sugar.

Nov 13, 2025

Routine

Score: 867 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 shrimp and potato skins in reach in freezer.

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

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

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

4 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Observed chemical spray bottles being stored on cart with bread, chemical spray bottle hanging on cart of plates and hot hold items, and chemical spray bottle on counter beside bacon on prep top counter. COS: Manager removed spray bottles and placed in designated area.

10D - food properly labeled; original container

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

3 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed unlabeled seasoning and cups of ranch and honey mustard out of original containers.

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 containers being used as scoops in rice and seasoning.

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 knives being stored between prep top counter and cold hold unit.

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: Yes

Observed cellphone and personal cup on prep top counter.

May 15, 2025

Routine

Score: 904 violations

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2-2B - proper eating, tasting, drinking, or tobacco use

Regulation: 511-6-1.03(5)(k)1&2 - eating, drinking, or using tobacco (c)

4 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed a food handler drinking from an unlidded cup in the kitchen area. CA Employees are required to drink from a single-use cup with a lid and straw.

12B - personal cleanliness

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

3 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed food handlers chopping vegetables and pineapple with a watch on and the other had bracelets on.

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

Regulation: 511-6-1.02(1)(d) - displaying of the inspection report (c)

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: Yes

Observed most recent inspection report from 11/25/24 not posted. CA The most recent inspection report must be posted within 15' from the door,.

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 employee cups, water bottles, and Pepsi can throughout the kitchen on prep tables.

Nov 25, 2024

Routine

Score: 863 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: Yes

Observed pan of broccoli uncovered in reach in cooler. CA: advised to keep all foods covered

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: Yes

Observed left overs without prep/discard date. COS: left overs discarded.

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

Regulation: 511-6-1.02(1)(d) - displaying of the inspection report (c)

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: Yes

Observed most recent inspection not posted. CA: post most recent inspection given today.

Jun 25, 2024

Routine

Score: 719 violations

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5-1B - proper reheating procedures for hot holding

Regulation: 511-6-1.04(5)(h) - reheating for hot holding (p)

9 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Observed gravy being reheated in a steam well and at 75F. COS: PIC instructed staff to reheat on stove top. CA: Advised PIC to go over proper reheating procedures with cooking staff.

4-2A - food stored covered

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

4 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: Yes

Observed a pan of lettuce being stored uncovered in a reach-in cooler. CA: Advised PIC to cover all foods not in use.

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

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

4 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: Yes

Observed can opener blade with heavy grime build-up. CA: Advised PIC to clean & to keep food contact surfaces clean to sight & touch.

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: Yes

Observed to-go containers of grilled chicken without a 7-day discard date.

Observed a pan of broccoli casserole in the WIC without a 7-day discard date

CA: Advised PIC to label all foods prepped and stored over 24 hours with a 7-day discard date.

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 multiple house-made sauces with expired 7-day discard dates with sauces labeled with 6/3 & 6/4 dates. COS: Sauces discarded. CA: Advised PIC that all house-made sauces & foods shall be labeled with a 7-day discard date and be discarded after 7 days.

11A - proper cooling methods used: adequate equipment for temperature control

Regulation: 511-6-1.04(6)(e) - cooling methods (pf, c)

3 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed burgers prepped 6/25 individually wrapped with an internal temp of 45F. CA: Went over proper cooling procedures with PIC.

18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present

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

3 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed presence of gnats at the bar area with gnats in the bottles of alcohol. CA: Advised PIC to remove gnats from area with pest control.

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 an old inspection report posted dated 11/23. CA: Post most recent inspection report.

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

Regulation: 511-6-1.05(6)(q)1&3 - good repair & calibration (c)

1 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Observed RIC ambient at 50F. COS: PIC tossed foods prior to inspection. CA: Advised PIC to call health department to recheck before use.

May 8, 2024

Routine

Score: 7411 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 buffet unit with several TCS foods at 43 and ranch at 48. COS: Manager discarded TCS foods not cold holding at 41 or below. Do not use this 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 prep top cooler with sliced cheese at 43 and sliced cheese at 47. COS: Manager discarded cheese and closed the lid on the prep top cooler.

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 lettuce and pimento cheese in prep top cooler. CA: Cover lettuce and pimento cheese.

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 can opener blade with buildup. CA: Clean and sanitize can opener blade ASAP.

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 buildup on inside top of microwave. CA: Clean and sanitize ASAP.

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 broccoli soup and okra soup with no date mark in walk in freezer. COS: Manager labeled soups with date mark that were still within the 7 day window.

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 olive salad, spagehtti, ham & pea salad, and pepper salad with date marks from April. COS: Manager discarded foods beyond the 7 day time window of date mark.

10D - food properly labeled; original container

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

3 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed unlabeled ranch, that was made in house, and tarter sauce out of original container in prep top cooler and unlabeled squeeze bottles of ranch.

10D - food properly labeled; original container

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

3 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: Yes

Observed cottage cheese with expiration date of 05/05 and sour cream with expiration date of 04/15.

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

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

3 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: Yes

Observed pan of meat on walk in freezer floor and box of squash and liquid eggs.

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 handles in flour and batter.

Nov 9, 2023

Routine

Score: 942 violations

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10D - food properly labeled; original container

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

3 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed expired (11/8/) butter milk in the reach in cooler. COS Butter milk thrown out.

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

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

3 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed bucket of beef trimmings on the floor in the walk in freezer.