Highlights
- Georgia Department of Public Health inspected 523 restaurants in Atlanta in December.
- Among the restaurants that were inspected, only one failed to score the minimum passing points of 70.
- A total of 248 restaurants were awarded the perfect 100 points.
The Georgia Department of Public Health conducted inspections across Food Service, tourist accommodation, and swimming pools in December. According to the assessments, only one establishment in Atlanta failed the inspection and was marked under the “U” grade.
The Health department officials assess the risk factors for foodborne illness and public health interventions during the Inspections. They observe the food preparation practices and employee behaviors at the establishment. According to the CDC, these are the factors most commonly reported as contributing factors in foodborne illness outbreaks.
Moreover, the inspectors look for good retail practices. They check for the preventive measures taken to control the introduction of pathogens, chemicals, and physical objects into the food.
The restaurants are allowed to resolve some of the violations on-site during the inspection. For the others, the inspectors allow a time frame within which the issues must be fixed.
Over 500 Restaurants Graded on Health Standards
The Georgia Department of Public Health inspected a total of 523 establishments with a “Food Service” permit.
Among them, 248 restaurants scored a perfect 100. Additionally, 199 restaurants scored between 90 and 99. The restaurants that scored between 90 and 100 received an “A” grade. They exhibited excellent compliance with health standards.
Further, 67 restaurants scored between 80 and 89. They were given a “B” grade. These restaurants’ compliance with health standards was deemed satisfactory.
Eight restaurants scored between 70 and 79. They received a “C” grade. Demonstrating Marginal compliance, these restaurants were ordered to make the necessary corrections.
China King Failed the Atlanta Health Inspection for December 2024
China King was the only restaurant to fail the Atlanta Health Inspection in December 2024. The restaurant was inspected on December 10 as part of the department’s routine inspections. It received only 51 points and the “U” grade. The full report for the restaurant can be checked here.
The officials first observed the lack of managerial control the Person in charge had over the foodborne illness risk factors and public health interventions. Other issues concerning improper eating, tasting, drinking, or tobacco use were also cited.
The inspection notes further alluded to issues regarding food storage and hand-washing facilities at the restaurant. Several of the issues were resolved on-site during the inspection.
In the last two inspections, conducted on November 10, 2022, and November 16, 2021, the restaurant scored 81 and 84 points, respectively. However, in this year’s round of inspections, the health standards at the restaurant have fallen significantly.
Location: 1162 Moreland Avenue, Suite 400, Atlanta, GA 30316
Readers must take note that the scores given here are after the inspections that were conducted in December 2024. Hence, the score may not be reflective of the current status of health inspection status of the particular establishment.
Fortunately, there are solutions to health and safety issues that dining establishments can encounter. A dirty ice machine is a common reason for failed health inspections, so What Now Atlanta has teamed up with Preferred Partner Easy Ice to help. Easy Ice offers commercial ice machine equipment subscriptions so business owners can be sure their beverages are crystal-clear of any issues. In addition to equipment, the brand offers preventive maintenance, repairs, and a 24/7 ice machine service line.
Stay tuned for next month’s installment of failed health inspections. In the meantime, here are additional resources from Easy Ice to help keep your ice machine in good shape:
