Bulloch Health & Restaurant Inspections – Aug 3-9, 2025


Bulloch Inspections Aug 3-9 are public information, published by the Georgia Department of Public Health, and posted in a conspicuous location at the establishment. Any questions about scores should be directed to the Department of Public Health.

Scores below 70 are considered failing. When a restaurant is deemed unacceptable, follow-up inspections are generally completed within 10 days of the original evaluation.

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Any restaurant with a C grade or F grade will have the link to the full report.

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BULLOCH COUNTY

Bulloch County

Holy Pie! Pizzeria (Score: 90, Routine)
Address: 355 BRAMPTON AVE STATESBORO, GA 30458
Phone: (912) 414-1836
Date: 08-07-2025
Inspector: Adreanna Konadu
Permit: FSP-016-000784 (Food Service)
Violation
6-1B – proper hot holding temperatures
511-6-1.04(6)(f) – time/temperature control for safety; hot holding (p)
Code: Points: 9
Points: Corrected during inspection?: No
Corrected? Repeat: No
Repeat? Inspector Notes: Observed pizza hot holding below 135F. CA: Hot holding unit should be turned up enough to hot hold foods at appropriate temperatures.
14C – single-use/single-service articles: properly stored, used
511-6-1.05(10)(g)(1)&(3) – kitchenware and tableware, single-service/-use items properly handled to protect food-/lip-contact surfaces (c)
Code: Points: 1
Points: Corrected during inspection?: No
Corrected? Repeat: No
Repeat? Inspector Notes: Observed single service plates, cups, & lids stored on top of hot holding unit exposed to possible contamination. CA: Keep items stored in plastic sleeve.
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Mi Tierra Caliente Grocery Market LLC (Score: 92, Routine)
Address: 9020 KENNEDY BRIDGE RD REGISTER, GA 30452
Phone: (912) 259-9975
Date: 08-07-2025
Inspector: Adreanna Konadu
Permit: FSP-016-000786 (Food Service)
Violation
2-2D – adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible
511-6-1.06(2)(o) – using a handwashing sink- operation & maintenance (pf)
Code: Points: 4
Points: Corrected during inspection?: No
Corrected? Repeat: No
Repeat? Inspector Notes: Observed dumped iced in the hand washing sink. CA: Advised PIC that the HWS shall only be used for hand washing.
4-2B – food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
511-6-1.05(6)(n) – manual and mechanical warewashing equipment, chemical sanitization-temperature, ph, concentration, hardness (p,pf)
Code: Points: 4
Points: Corrected during inspection?: No
Corrected? Repeat: No
Repeat? Inspector Notes: Observed dishes being washed and hand dried without being sanitized. CA: Dish washing shall follow the wash, rinse, and sanitize steps. Do not use a rag to dry dishes.

Cattails Cafe (Ogeechee Tech) (Score: 96, Routine)
Address: 1 JOE KENNEDY BLVD STATESBORO, GA 30458
Phone: (912) 871-1648
Date: 08-05-2025
Inspector: Adreanna Konadu
Permit: FSP-016-000134 (Food Service)
Violation
11A – proper cooling methods used: adequate equipment for temperature control
511-6-1.04(6)(e) – cooling methods (pf, c)
Code: Points: 3
Points: Corrected during inspection?: Yes
Corrected? Repeat: Yes
Repeat? Inspector Notes: Observed improper cooling of breakfast sausage in an ice bath with plastic wrapping and a closed lid. CA: Went over proper cooling procedures with PIC COS: PIC uncovered foods to cool properly.

The Tasty Crave (Score: 95, Routine)
Address: 200 LANIER DR STE 3 STATESBORO, GA 30458
Phone:
Date: 08-05-2025
Inspector: Adreanna Konadu
Permit: FSP-016-000584 (Food Service)
Violation
8-2B – toxic substances properly identified, stored, used
511-6-1.07(6)(c) – storage, separation (p)
Code: Points: 4
Points: Corrected during inspection?: Yes
Corrected? Repeat: No
Repeat? Inspector Notes: Observed a chemical spray bottle stored on top of the microwave. COS: PIC moved to chemical storage
15A – food and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, and used
511-6-1.05(1)(i) – nonfood-contact surfaces (c)
Code: Points: 1
Points: Corrected during inspection?: No
Corrected? Repeat: No
Repeat? Inspector Notes: Observed curtain in kitchen area peeling. CA: Replace curtain.

Baldino's (Score: 81, Routine)
Address: 1204 BRAMPTON STATESBORO, GA 30458
Phone:
Date: 08-05-2025
Inspector: Aaron Jump
Permit: FSP-016-000650 (Food Service)
Violation
1-2A – pic present, demonstrates knowledge, performs duties
511-6-1.03(2)(a)-(n)(p),(q) – responsibility of pic (pf)
Code: Points: 4
Points: Corrected during inspection?: Yes
Corrected? Repeat: No
Repeat? Inspector Notes: Observed small child crawling all over kitchen and touching foodservice items. Persons unnecessary to the food service establishment operation are not allowed in the food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas, except that brief visits and tours may be authorized by the person in charge if steps are taken to ensure that exposed food; clean equipment, utensils, and linens; and unwrapped single-service and single-use articles are protected from contamination. COS child placed in lobby.
4-2A – food stored covered

Code: Points: 4
Points: Corrected during inspection?: Yes
Corrected? Repeat: Yes
Repeat? Inspector Notes: Observed uncovered food stored in reach-in cooler along with personal food items. COS uncovered food discarded.
4-2B – food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
511-6-1.05(6)(n) – manual and mechanical warewashing equipment, chemical sanitization-temperature, ph, concentration, hardness (p,pf)
Code: Points: 4
Points: Corrected during inspection?: No
Corrected? Repeat: No
Repeat? Inspector Notes: Observed dishes in prep sink and dishrack with "washed" dishes next to and draining to the prep sink. Dishes are to be washed only at the 3-compartment sink, all 3 compartments must be used to wash/rinse/sanitize dishes before air-drying. Additonally, prep sinks are only to be used for food prep and must be cleaned and sanitized between uses.
6-2 – proper date marking and disposition

Code: Points: 4
Points: Corrected during inspection?: No
Corrected? Repeat: No
Repeat? Inspector Notes: Observed potato salad stored in front reach in without proper date marking. CA: Refrigerated, ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared and held in a food establishment for more than 24 hours shall be clearly marked to indicate the date or day by which the food shall be consumed on the premises, sold, or discarded, when held at a temperature of 41°F (5°C) or below for a maximum of 7 days. This includes the large container and the portioned cups.
10D – food properly labeled; original container
511-6-1.04(8)(b) – expired foods (p)
Code: Points: 3
Points: Corrected during inspection?: Yes
Corrected? Repeat: No
Repeat? Inspector Notes: Observed opened ranch dressing with expiration date december 2024. COS expired food discarded.
14A – in-use utensils: properly stored
511-6-1.04(4)(k) – in-use utensils, between-use storage (c)
Code: Points: 1
Points: Corrected during inspection?: Yes
Corrected? Repeat: No
Repeat? Inspector Notes: Observed scoop stored in potentially hazardous food product. Scoops must be stored on a clean food contact surface. The handle must not be in the container. For the potato salad which is portioned, take the scoop to the dish sink when finished scooping. COS food discarded and scoop taken to dish sink.
17C – physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean
511-6-1.07(5)(a),(b) – good repair, physical facilities maintained; cleaning, frequency & restrictions, cleaned often enough to keep them clean (c)
Code: Points: 1
Points: Corrected during inspection?: No
Corrected? Repeat: No
Repeat? Inspector Notes: Soap dispensers fallin off wall. Attach with screws not double sided tape.
17D – adequate ventilation and lighting; designated areas used
511-6-1.07(3)(f) – lighting intensity, adequate in food prep, storage & service areas (c)
Code: Points: 1
Points: Corrected during inspection?: No
Corrected? Repeat: No
Repeat? Inspector Notes: Replace light in walk-in cooler.
17D – adequate ventilation and lighting; designated areas used
511-6-1.07(3)(g) – mechanical ventilation, sufficient capacity to prevent buildup of heat, steam, smoke, fumes & odors (c)
Code: Points: 1
Points: Corrected during inspection?: No
Corrected? Repeat: No
Repeat? Inspector Notes: Ventilation fan inoperable in womens restroom.
17D – adequate ventilation and lighting; designated areas used
511-6-1.07(4)(b) – designated areas for employee activity, located to prevent contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens, & single service articles (c)
Code: Points: 1
Points: Corrected during inspection?: No
Corrected? Repeat: No
Repeat? Inspector Notes: Child toys, tabletop high chair type seat, etc stored in kitchen and among foodservice items. Personal items must be stored in a way as to not contaminate food, food contact surfaces, equipment, and utensils.

Krystal (Score: 100, Initial)
Address: 781 BRANNEN RD STATESBORO, GA 30458
Phone: (912) 271-7784
Date: 08-04-2025
Inspector: Adreanna Konadu
Permit: FSP-016-000577 (Food Service)

Shane's Rib Shack (Score: 90, Routine)
Address: 1100 BRAMPTON AVE STATESBORO, GA 30458
Phone:
Date: 08-01-2025
Inspector: Aaron Jump
Permit: FSP-016-000143 (Food Service)
Violation
6-2 – proper date marking and disposition
511-6-1.04(6)(g) – ready-to-eat time/temperature control for safety food, date marking (pf)
Code: Points: 4
Points: Corrected during inspection?: No
Corrected? Repeat: No
Repeat? Inspector Notes: Observed house made sauce in container with old date. Use a clean container when making sauce and do not add old product to new product. Mark container with a prep date or discard date, maximum hold time is 7 days with prep date counting as first day.
11A – proper cooling methods used: adequate equipment for temperature control
511-6-1.04(6)(e) – cooling methods (pf, c)
Code: Points: 3
Points: Corrected during inspection?: No
Corrected? Repeat: No
Repeat? Inspector Notes: Observed cooked fried chicken places in Wic too soon and directly under an older previously cooked/cooked chicken causing it to be above 41F. Cooling from cooked must be accomplished in two steps, three first step is to cool outside the cooler to 70 F within 2-hours; next, cool from 70 F to 41 F within an additional 4 hours, both steps must be met in time or food must be discarded. Place in thin layer to cool faster and do not place hot food next to other cooled food.
15C – nonfood-contact surfaces clean
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)
Code: Points: 1
Points: Corrected during inspection?: No
Corrected? Repeat: Yes
Repeat? Inspector Notes: Observed heavy food debris on equipment and storage containers.
17A – toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, cleaned
511-6-1.07(5)(h) – cleaning plumbing fixtures- handsinks, urinals & toilets (c)
Code: Points: 1
Points: Corrected during inspection?: No
Corrected? Repeat: No
Repeat? Inspector Notes: Broken toilet seat in men’s room
17D – adequate ventilation and lighting; designated areas used
511-6-1.07(3)(g) – mechanical ventilation, sufficient capacity to prevent buildup of heat, steam, smoke, fumes & odors (c)
Code: Points: 1
Points: Corrected during inspection?: No
Corrected? Repeat: No
Repeat? Inspector Notes: Men’s bathroom fan missing/inoperable

Bryan County

MainStreet HOA Pool (Score: 98, Re-inspection)
Address: 205 SHADY HILL CIR RICHMOND HILL, GA 31324
Phone: (912) 756-6844
Date: 08-07-2025
Inspector: Joshua Gradous
Permit: SPP-015-000016 (Swimming Pool)
Violation
16 – pool deck: maintained, unobstructed and clean

Code: Points: 2
Points: Corrected during inspection?: No
Corrected? Repeat: No
Repeat? Inspector Notes: Observed damage to deck area by back right side of pool. CA repair damaged area.

Fairfield Inn Richmond Hill (Score: 100, Routine)
Address: 4620 US HWY 17 RICHMOND HILL, GA 31324
Phone: (912) 459-5500
Date: 08-07-2025
Inspector: Joshua Gradous
Permit: TAP-015-000018 (Tourist Accommodation)

Home 2 Suites (Score: 100, Routine)
Address: 4784 HWY 17 RICHMOND HILL, GA 31324
Phone: (912) 445-4480
Date: 08-07-2025
Inspector: Michaela DiGiovanni
Permit: TAP-015-000020 (Tourist Accommodation)

Mainstreet HOA Kiddie Pool (Score: 100, Re-inspection)
Address: 205 SHADY HILL CIR RICHMOND HILL, GA 31324
Phone: (912) 756-6844
Date: 08-07-2025
Inspector: Joshua Gradous
Permit: SPP-015-000056 (Swimming Pool)

Fairfield Inn Richmond Hill Pool (Score: 100, Re-inspection)
Address: 4620 US HWY 17 RICHMOND HILL, GA 31324
Phone: (912) 459-5500
Date: 08-05-2025
Inspector: Steven Bragg
Permit: SPP-015-000045 (Swimming Pool)

Sterling Creek At Richmond Hill (Score: 74, Routine)
Address: 45 LULLWATER DR RICHMOND HILL, GA 31324
Phone: (912) 445-6555
Date: 08-05-2025
Inspector: Joshua Gradous
Permit: SPP-015-000049 (Swimming Pool)
Violation
2 – self-closing / self-latching gates
511-3-5-.18(11)(h) – (h) access gates shall also comply with the requirements of this rule and shall be equipped to accommodate a locking device. barrier gates shall open away from the pool in facilities constructed after adoption of this chapter. pedestrian access gates
Code: Points: 15
Points: Corrected during inspection?: Yes
Corrected? Repeat: No
Repeat? Inspector Notes: Observed gate open at time of inspection. CA gate shall self close and latch. COS Gate was locked.
6 – proper disinfectant level
.17((1)(c) – proper disinfectant level
Code: Points: 15
Points: Corrected during inspection?: No
Corrected? Repeat: No
Repeat? Inspector Notes: Observed a free chlorine level of .72 at time of inspection. CA raise chlorine levels to a range of 2.0-10.0 PPM.
11 – appropriate lifesaving equipment present
511-3-5-.18(10)(a) – (a) a light, strong pole not less than twelve feet long including body hook.
Code: Points: 15
Points: Corrected during inspection?: Yes
Corrected? Repeat: No
Repeat? Inspector Notes: Observed that facility did not have body hook assembled at time of inspection. COS hook was assembled and placed for public use.
28 – flow meter: appropriate range and location
511-3-5-.07(4)(b) – (b) a flow meter measuring the rate of flow through the filter system with an appropriate range readable in gallons per minute (gpm) and accurate within ten percent actual flow shall be provided. the flow indicator shall be capable of measuring from
Code: Points: 5
Points: Corrected during inspection?: No
Corrected? Repeat: No
Repeat? Inspector Notes: Observed that flow meter was not functioning at time of inspection.
29 – toilets & lavatories: clean, maintained, and stocked
511-3-5-.19(2)(i) – (i) soap, paper towels, and toilet tissue shall be provided in all dispensers.
Code: Points: 1
Points: Corrected during inspection?: No
Corrected? Repeat: No
Repeat? Inspector Notes: Observed that bathrooms were missing hand drying provisions in both restrooms. Observed that women's restroom did not have hand washing soap available at time of inspection.
36 – daily recordkeeping: water testing and self inspection performed
511-3-5-.22(12) – (12) a safety self-inspection shall be conducted daily by the trained operator or responsible person and documented on a log sheet.
Code: Points: 5
Points: Corrected during inspection?: No
Corrected? Repeat: No
Repeat? Inspector Notes: Observed that facility was not testing daily. A safety self-inspection shall be conducted daily by the trained operator or responsible person and documented on a log sheet.

La Casita Peruvian Resturant (Score: 100, Routine)
Address: 104 DOGWOOD AVE RICHMOND HILL, GA 31324
Phone: (912) 228-9275
Date: 08-05-2025
Inspector: Joshua Gradous
Permit: FSP-015-000211 (Food Service)

Novare @ Heartwood (Score: 100, Routine)
Address: 154 HEARTWOOD AVE RICHMOND HILL, GA 31324
Phone:
Date: 08-05-2025
Inspector: Steven Bragg
Permit: SPP-015-000075 (Swimming Pool)

Richmond Hill High School (2024) (Score: 100, Initial)
Address: 500 WILDCAT BLVD RICHMOND HILL, GA 31324
Phone: (912) 690-5331
Date: 08-01-2025
Inspector: Steven Bragg
Permit: FSP-015-000310 (Food Service)

Candler County

Little Caesars (Score: 96, Routine)
Address: 285 N LEWIS ST METTER, GA 30439
Phone: (912) 685-7499
Date: 08-06-2025
Inspector: Karen Anderson
Permit: FSP-021-000084 (Food Service)
Violation
12B – personal cleanliness
511-6-1.03(5)(g) – jewelry (c)
Code: Points: 3
Points: Corrected during inspection?: No
Corrected? Repeat: No
Repeat? Inspector Notes: Observed both food handlers preparing and cooking pizzas with bracelets on their wrist.
13A – posted: permit/inspection/choking poster/handwashing
511-6-1.02(1)(d) – displaying of the inspection report (c)
Code: Points: 1
Points: Corrected during inspection?: No
Corrected? Repeat: No
Repeat? Inspector Notes: The most recent inspection report from 2/3/2025 was not posted. The person in charge found it in the office.

Azalea Health & Rehab (Score: 98, Routine)
Address: 300 CEDAR ST METTER, GA 30439
Phone: (912) 685-5703
Date: 08-04-2025
Inspector: Karen Anderson
Permit: 021000409 (Food Service)
Violation
16C – sewage and waste water properly disposed
511-6-1.06(4)(h),(i) – approved sewage disposal; system; other liquid wastes and rainwater (p) (c)
Code: Points: 2
Points: Corrected during inspection?: No
Corrected? Repeat: No
Repeat? Inspector Notes: Observed the water backing up at the hand washing sink. CA Maintenance is having to snake the drain to possibly fix the blockage.

Effingham County

Kobe Sushi & Hibachi (Score: 93, Routine)
Address: 410 S COLUMBIA AVE STE BB RINCON, GA 31326
Phone: (912) 826-0335
Date: 08-07-2025
Inspector: Jermell Reedy
Permit: FSP-051-000057 (Food Service)
Violation
10D – food properly labeled; original container
511-6-1.04(4)(d) – food storage containers identified with common name of food (c)
Code: Points: 3
Points: Corrected during inspection?: No
Corrected? Repeat: No
Repeat? Inspector Notes: Observed multiple sauces not in their original container, not labeled with the common name of their contents on them.
12A – contamination prevented during food preparation, storage, display
511-6-1.04(4)(q) – food storage (c)
Code: Points: 3
Points: Corrected during inspection?: No
Corrected? Repeat: No
Repeat? Inspector Notes: Observed multiple containers of cooking oil stored on the floor in the rear of the kitchen. CA: Oil was placed on a storage rack, at least 6 inches form the ground.
14A – in-use utensils: properly stored
511-6-1.04(4)(k) – in-use utensils, between-use storage (c)
Code: Points: 1
Points: Corrected during inspection?: No
Corrected? Repeat: No
Repeat? Inspector Notes: Observed a bowl being used as a scoop for food product in the front of the house, stored within the food product.
14A – in-use utensils: properly stored
511-6-1.04(4)(k) – in-use utensils, between-use storage (c)
Code: Points: 1
Points: Corrected during inspection?: No
Corrected? Repeat: No
Repeat? Inspector Notes: Observed a bowl stored atop vegetables in a Roll Top pp Cooler. CA: Bowl was removed by PIC and placed at the dish sink.
14B – utensils, equipment and linens: properly stored, dried, handled
511-6-1.05(10)(e)1,2,4 – equipment, utensil, linens, stored 6" off floor in clean, dry location (c)
Code: Points: 1
Points: Corrected during inspection?: No
Corrected? Repeat: No
Repeat? Inspector Notes: Observed a bow being used as a scoop for food product in the front of the house.

Kentucky Fried Chicken (Score: 96, Routine)
Address: 457 S COLUMBIA AVE RINCON, GA 31326
Phone: (912) 826-2368
Date: 08-07-2025
Inspector: Logan Swope
Permit: FSP-051-000171 (Food Service)
Violation
2-2D – adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible
511-6-1.07(3)(a) – handwashing cleanser, availability (pf)
Code: Points: 4
Points: Corrected during inspection?: Yes
Corrected? Repeat: No
Repeat? Inspector Notes: Observed front hand sink without soap COS: PIC replaced soap
2-2D – adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible
511-6-1.06(2)(o) – using a handwashing sink- operation & maintenance (pf)
Code: Points: 4
Points: Corrected during inspection?: Yes
Corrected? Repeat: No
Repeat? Inspector Notes: Observed employee drink stored in hand-sink COS: Employee removed sink and stored it in appropriate location. A handwashing sink shall be maintained so that it is accessible at all times for employee use. A handwashing facility may not be used for purposes other than handwashing.

Domino's Pizza #4109 (Score: 90, Routine)
Address: 449 S COLUMBIA AVE STE G RINCON, GA 31326
Phone: (770) 777-2217 ext.
Date: 08-07-2025
Inspector: Logan Swope
Permit: FSP-051-000177 (Food Service)
Violation
4-2B – food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
511-6-1.05(6)(n) – manual and mechanical warewashing equipment, chemical sanitization-temperature, ph, concentration, hardness (p,pf)
Code: Points: 4
Points: Corrected during inspection?: No
Corrected? Repeat: Yes
Repeat? Inspector Notes: Observed no chlorine reading at the dish machine in the rear kitchen area. CA: PIC will order sanitizer for the machine and the unit cannot be used until repaired and approved by the Effingham County Health Department. 3 compartment sink will be used. Repeat offense: INFORMAL HEARING scheduled for 8/12/25 at 11am at Effingham county environmental health.
13A – posted: permit/inspection/choking poster/handwashing
511-6-1.02(1)(f)(1) – permit, displayed (c)
Code: Points: 1
Points: Corrected during inspection?: No
Corrected? Repeat: No
Repeat? Inspector Notes: Observed no permit posted at facility. RCA: PIC will post permit in public view. Post the permit in a location in the food service establishment that is conspicuous to consumers
15B – warewashing facilities: installed, maintained, used; test strips
511-6-1.05(3)(h),(i),(j) – temperature measuring device, manual warewashing; sanitizing solutions, testing device (pf)
Code: Points: 1
Points: Corrected during inspection?: No
Corrected? Repeat: Yes
Repeat? Inspector Notes: Observed no dishwasher test strips located in facility CA: PIC will order test strips
17C – physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean
511-6-1.07(5)(f) – drying mops (c)
Code: Points: 1
Points: Corrected during inspection?: No
Corrected? Repeat: No
Repeat? Inspector Notes: Observed mop not hung to dry after use. CA: After use, mops shall be placed in a position that allows them to air-dry without soiling walls, equipment, or supplies.

Guyton Subway, LLC (Score: 96, Routine)
Address: 102 CENTRAL BLVD GUYTON, GA 31312
Phone: (912) 772-6400
Date: 08-06-2025
Inspector: Logan Swope
Permit: FSP-051-000126 (Food Service)
Violation
10D – food properly labeled; original container
511-6-1.04(4)(d) – food storage containers identified with common name of food (c)
Code: Points: 3
Points: Corrected during inspection?: No
Corrected? Repeat: Yes
Repeat? Inspector Notes: Observed various food items on a shelf below the prep-top not in original container and unlabeled (oil, spices, vinegar)

Get Fruity Cafe Rincon (Score: 90, Routine)
Address: 410 S COLUMBIA DR STE K RINCON, GA 31326
Phone: (201) 658-4313
Date: 08-06-2025
Inspector: Jermell Reedy
Permit: FSP-051-000291 (Food Service)
Violation
1-2B – certified food protection manager
511-6-1.03(3)(a) – food safety manager certification (pf)
Code: Points: 4
Points: Corrected during inspection?: No
Corrected? Repeat: Yes
Repeat? Inspector Notes: Observed no CFSM certification posted in public view. Per employee/PIC, class is actively being taken. Next violation will result in an Informal Hearing at Effingham County Environmental Health.
11D – thermometers provided and accurate
511-6-1.05(2)(x) – tmd, located in refrigerators/ hot holding (pf, c)
Code: Points: 3
Points: Corrected during inspection?: No
Corrected? Repeat: No
Repeat? Inspector Notes: Observed multiple cold holding units without hanging thermometers in them.
14A – in-use utensils: properly stored
511-6-1.04(4)(k) – in-use utensils, between-use storage (c)
Code: Points: 1
Points: Corrected during inspection?: No
Corrected? Repeat: No
Repeat? Inspector Notes: Observed a utensil (scoop or spoon) stored in standing water, on a prep counter, at 72 degrees F.

Kensington Forest (Score: 99, Routine)
Address: 162 KENSINGTON CIR GUYTON, GA 31312
Phone: (912) 484-6734
Date: 08-05-2025
Inspector: Logan Swope
Permit: SPP-051-000021 (Swimming Pool)
Violation
37 – other violations of the chapter

Code: Points: 1
Points: Corrected during inspection?: No
Corrected? Repeat: No
Repeat? Inspector Notes: Observed total alkalinity at 16ppm, lower than the required 60ppm

108 Ale House (Score: 95, Routine)
Address: 108 WEISENBAKER RD RINCON, GA 31326
Phone: (912) 856-0117
Date: 08-05-2025
Inspector: Jermell Reedy
Permit: FSP-051-000040 (Food Service)
Violation
10D – food properly labeled; original container
511-6-1.04(4)(d) – food storage containers identified with common name of food (c)
Code: Points: 3
Points: Corrected during inspection?: No
Corrected? Repeat: No
Repeat? Inspector Notes: Observed a water bottle (in assuming) stored above the grill area, and a sauce bottle inside of a Reach In Cooler, not labeled with the common name of its contents on them.
15C – nonfood-contact surfaces clean
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)
Code: Points: 1
Points: Corrected during inspection?: No
Corrected? Repeat: No
Repeat? Inspector Notes: Observed heavy food/grease debris on the outside of the fryers in the main kitchen area.
15C – nonfood-contact surfaces clean
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)
Code: Points: 1
Points: Corrected during inspection?: No
Corrected? Repeat: No
Repeat? Inspector Notes: Observed food/dirt build up on the inside lining of units (coolers, freezers, etc.).
17C – physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean
511-6-1.07(5)(a),(b) – good repair, physical facilities maintained; cleaning, frequency & restrictions, cleaned often enough to keep them clean (c)
Code: Points: 1
Points: Corrected during inspection?: No
Corrected? Repeat: No
Repeat? Inspector Notes: Observed broken floor tiles on the floor in the rear kitchen area.
17C – physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean
511-6-1.07(5)(a),(b) – good repair, physical facilities maintained; cleaning, frequency & restrictions, cleaned often enough to keep them clean (c)
Code: Points: 1
Points: Corrected during inspection?: No
Corrected? Repeat: No
Repeat? Inspector Notes: Observed heavy dust build up on the walls/ceiling in the back left corner of the main kitchen.
17C – physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean
511-6-1.07(5)(a),(b) – good repair, physical facilities maintained; cleaning, frequency & restrictions, cleaned often enough to keep them clean (c)
Code: Points: 1
Points: Corrected during inspection?: No
Corrected? Repeat: No
Repeat? Inspector Notes: Observed a heavy leak at the bottom of the Roll Top Prep Cooler in the main kitchen area.
17D – adequate ventilation and lighting; designated areas used
511-6-1.07(5)(d) – cleaning ventilation system, nuisance & discharge prohibition, cleaned in way not to cause contamination or create a public health hazard (c)
Code: Points: 1
Points: Corrected during inspection?: No
Corrected? Repeat: No
Repeat? Inspector Notes: Observed grease build up on the hood vents above the fryer area.

Taco Bell Drive Thru Restaurant (Score: 96, Routine)
Address: 459 S COLUMBIA AVE RINCON, GA 31326
Phone: (912) 295-2270
Date: 08-05-2025
Inspector: Logan Swope
Permit: FSP-051-000160 (Food Service)
Violation
2-2D – adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible
511-6-1.06(2)(o) – using a handwashing sink- operation & maintenance (pf)
Code: Points: 4
Points: Corrected during inspection?: Yes
Corrected? Repeat: No
Repeat? Inspector Notes: Observed bag of beans being thawed/stored in back hand sink. PIC removed item and discarded it.

Sweet Southern CharCuterie (Score: 100, Routine)
Address: 112 S LAUREL ST SPRINGFIELD, GA 31329
Phone: (912) 659-2725
Date: 08-05-2025
Inspector: Logan Swope
Permit: FSP-051-000424 (Food Service)

Emanuel County

Pat's Country Store (Score: 93, Routine)
Address: 1669 GRIFFIN FERRY RD LYONS, GA 30436
Phone: (912) 578-3342
Date: 08-05-2025
Inspector: Rebecca Clifton
Permit: FSP-053-000027 (Food Service)
Violation
10D – food properly labeled; original container
511-6-1.04(8)(b) – expired foods (p)
Code: Points: 3
Points: Corrected during inspection?: Yes
Corrected? Repeat: No
Repeat? Inspector Notes: Observed expired milk (8.4.25) expired buttermilk (7.28.25) in refrigerator. CA: Discard expired items. COS
12C – wiping cloths: properly used and stored
511-6-1.04(4)(m) – wiping cloths, use limitation (c)
Code: Points: 3
Points: Corrected during inspection?: No
Corrected? Repeat: No
Repeat? Inspector Notes: Observed wet cloth on prep table. CA: Keep cloths in sanitizer in between uses.
15C – nonfood-contact surfaces clean
511-6-1.05(7)(d) – nonfood-contact surfaces (c)
Code: Points: 1
Points: Corrected during inspection?: No
Corrected? Repeat: No
Repeat? Inspector Notes: Observed areas of grime accumulation. CA: Clean thoroughly.

Berni's on West Main, LLC (Score: 92, Routine)
Address: 114 WEST MAIN STREET SWAINSBORO, GA 30401
Phone: (478) 419-1339
Date: 08-05-2025
Inspector: Rebecca Clifton
Permit: FSP-053-000074 (Food Service)
Violation
2-2D – adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible
511-6-1.06(2)(g) – handwashing sinks, nos/capacities (pf)
Code: Points: 4
Points: Corrected during inspection?: No
Corrected? Repeat: No
Repeat? Inspector Notes: Observed a food prep area outside without a hand sink. CA: Need a hand sink within 15' of all food prep areas.
15A – food and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, and used
511-6-1.05(2)(a) – equipment and utensils, constructed of durable materials (c)
Code: Points: 1
Points: Corrected during inspection?: No
Corrected? Repeat: No
Repeat? Inspector Notes: Observed deeply grooved cutting board on prep cooler. CA: Replace/resurface cutting board.
15A – food and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, and used
511-6-1.05(1)(a) – materials, general requirements (p, c)
Code: Points: 1
Points: Corrected during inspection?: No
Corrected? Repeat: No
Repeat? Inspector Notes: Observed large, damaged area to floor in kitchen. CA: Repair floor.
18 – insects, rodents, and animals not present
511-6-1.07(5)(l) – removing dead or trapped birds, insects, rodents, and other pest (c)
Code: Points: 3
Points: Corrected during inspection?: No
Corrected? Repeat: No
Repeat? Inspector Notes: Observed dead rodents and skeletons of animals in sticky traps in outside storage area. CA: Check these traps daily and remove dead animals immediately.

Leannas (Score: 100, Routine)
Address: 113 S MAIN STREET SWAINSBORO, GA 30401
Phone:
Date: 08-05-2025
Inspector: Rebecca Clifton
Permit: FSP-053-000121 (Food Service)

Evans County

Evans Heights Golf Club (Score: 88, Routine)
Address: 415 GOLF CLUB DR CLAXTON, GA 30417
Phone: (912) 739-3003
Date: 08-07-2025
Inspector: Rebecca Stewart
Permit: FSP-054-000129 (Food Service)
Violation
1-2B – certified food protection manager
511-6-1.03(3)(a) – food safety manager certification (pf)
Code: Points: 4
Points: Corrected during inspection?: No
Corrected? Repeat: Yes
Repeat? Inspector Notes: Observed no CFSM for facility. COS: advised to have manager enrolled in class asap.
4-2B – food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
511-6-1.05(7)(b) – food contact surfaces and utensils – cleaning frequency (p, c)
Code: Points: 4
Points: Corrected during inspection?: No
Corrected? Repeat: Yes
Repeat? Inspector Notes: Observed buildup inside ice machine. CA: advised to clean asap, will follow up during next inspection.

DAIRY QUEEN OF CLAXTON (Score: 96, Routine)
Address: 7829 US HWY 301 NORTH CLAXTON, GA 30417
Phone: (912) 739-1104
Date: 08-05-2025
Inspector: Rebecca Stewart
Permit: FSP-054-000091 (Food Service)
Violation
4-2A – food stored covered
511-6-1.04(4)(c)1(iv) – packaged & unpackaged food, food stored covered(c)
Code: Points: 4
Points: Corrected during inspection?: No
Corrected? Repeat: No
Repeat? Inspector Notes: Observed pretzels stored uncovered in front reach in.
4-2A – food stored covered
511-6-1.04(4)(c)1(iv) – packaged & unpackaged food, food stored covered(c)
Code: Points: 4
Points: Corrected during inspection?: No
Corrected? Repeat: No
Repeat? Inspector Notes: Observed pretzels stored uncovered in front reach in.

Jenkins County

Magnolia Springs Splash Pad (Score: 100, Routine)
Address: 1053 MAGNOLIA SPRINGS DR MILLEN, GA 30442
Phone:
Date: 08-07-2025
Inspector: ASHLEY CLARK
Permit: SPP-082-000002 (Swimming Pool)

Screven County

GEECHIE GRUBBIN, LLC (Score: 100, Routine)
Address: 2316 WAYNESBORO SYLVANIA, GA 30467
Phone: (843) 371-6102
Date: 08-06-2025
Inspector: ASHLEY CLARK
Permit: FSP-124-000008 (Food Service)

GEECHIE GRUBBIN, LLC (Score: 96, Routine)
Address: 2316 WAYNESBORO HWY HILTONIA, GA 30467
Phone:
Date: 08-06-2025
Inspector: ASHLEY CLARK
Permit: FSP-124-000008M (Food Service)
Violation
2-2D – adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible
511-6-1.07(3)(b) – hand drying provision (pf)
Code: Points: 4
Points: Corrected during inspection?: No
Corrected? Repeat: No
Repeat? Inspector Notes: observed no paper towels at hand sink, ca-replace asap.

New China Restaurant (Score: 77, Routine)
Address: 512 W OGEECHEE ST SYLVANIA, GA 30467
Phone:
Date: 08-05-2025
Inspector: ASHLEY CLARK
Permit: 124-98 (Food Service)
Violation
4-2A – food stored covered
511-6-1.04(4)(c)1(iv) – packaged & unpackaged food, food stored covered(c)
Code: Points: 4
Points: Corrected during inspection?: Yes
Corrected? Repeat: No
Repeat? Inspector Notes: observed sauced that had been opened and placed on a shelf uncovered. COS-covered and placed in walk in cooler at time of inspection.
6-1A – proper cold holding temperatures
511-6-1.04(6)(f) – time/temperature control for safety; cold holding (p)
Code: Points: 9
Points: Corrected during inspection?: No
Corrected? Repeat: No
Repeat? Inspector Notes: observed items in walk in cooler above 41 degrees, that had been in cooler overnight. other items in cooler from shipment that morning according to owner. CA-dispose of items above 41 degrees that had been in cooler, turn down cooler temp and place ice around cooling, prepped items. will follow up on cooler later in the afternoon, owner turned down cooler temp.
6-2 – proper date marking and disposition
511-6-1.04(6)(g) – ready-to-eat time/temperature control for safety food, date marking (pf)
Code: Points: 4
Points: Corrected during inspection?: No
Corrected? Repeat: No
Repeat? Inspector Notes: observed no date marking of prepped food items in walk in cooler. ca-place date of prep on item and use/dispose of within 7 days of prep date.
16C – sewage and waste water properly disposed
511-6-1.06(4)(a) – sewage, other liquid waste mobile holding tank, capacity and drainage (c)
Code: Points: 2
Points: Corrected during inspection?: No
Corrected? Repeat: No
Repeat? Inspector Notes: observed hand sink leaking onto the floor. ca-repair asap
17C – physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean
511-6-1.07(5)(a),(b) – good repair, physical facilities maintained; cleaning, frequency & restrictions, cleaned often enough to keep them clean (c)
Code: Points: 1
Points: Corrected during inspection?: No
Corrected? Repeat: No
Repeat? Inspector Notes: observed walls, ceilings, floors, etc coated in grease. ca-clean thoroughly.
18 – insects, rodents, and animals not present
511-6-1.07(5)(k) – controlling pests (pf, c)
Code: Points: 3
Points: Corrected during inspection?: No
Corrected? Repeat: No
Repeat? Inspector Notes: observed cardboard on floors and shelving of kitchen area and pest dropping surrounding areas. ca-clean thoroughly and call pest control to treat facility. provide pest treatment record to health authority. will follow up on treatment within 72 hours.

CDI HS Serving SRGA-Sylvania Head Start (Score: 100, Initial)
Address: 166 DEVDHARA DR SYLVANIA, GA 30467
Phone: (762) 340-0936
Date: 08-05-2025
Inspector: ASHLEY CLARK
Permit: FSP-124-000014 (Food Service)
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