Highlights
- Gwinnett, Newton & Rockdale County Health Departments inspected 30 establishments on January 7.
- Among the establishments, 21 scored an A grade, 6 got a B grade, and 2 had a C grade.
- One restaurant, Chilispot located in Duluth, failed the inspection.
The Gwinnett, Newton & Rockdale County Health Departments conducted routine inspections at 30 establishments on January 7, 2025. One restaurant failed the inspection after it was given a U grade. Among the restaurants that were inspected, 21 scored an A grade, 6 were given a B grade, and 2 were given a C grade.
Chilispot Fails Inspection
Chilispot, located at 2180 Pleasant Hill Rd Suite E Duluth, was the only restaurant that failed the routine inspection on January 7. The restaurant was only able to score 48 points on the inspection and was given a U grade.
Major Violations Reported
The health inspector who visited Chilispot noted down a list of violations that were observed at the restaurants. A summary of the non-compliance areas that directly impact food safety and have a higher potential to cause foodborne illness is given below:
- The person in charge (PIC) did not demonstrate active managerial control
- Bare hand contact with ready-to-eat food
- Lack of verifiable employee illness reporting
- Cross-contamination of raw and ready-to-eat foods
- TCS foods held at improper temperatures
- Lack of an approved disinfectant for vomit/diarrhea incidents
- Lack of labeling for prepared TCS foods
These violations come under the priority violations (P) or priority foundation violations (Pf). Overall, the inspector has pointed out an unhygienic environment at the restaurant. Multiple food items were to be stored directly on the floor. Personal items of employees were seen on prep tables and above facility food and equipment. Food items not labeled were another major issue.
Corrective Actions
Some of the issues were corrected during the inspections, while a few others are to be corrected in 10 days. The corrective actions that will have to be taken by them are:
- Person in charge of ensuring compliance with the food code by demonstrating active managerial control.
- All employees shall be informed in a verifiable manner of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities
- Setting procedures for clean up during vomit or diarrhea incidents by approved methods.
- The most current inspection report is to be displayed in public view.
The follow-up inspection will be on January 17. Further, an additional inspection will take place in the next 12 months.
The full report for the restaurant is available.
Mcdonald’s, Chick-Fill-A, Taco Bell Received A
A total of 13 restaurants were given the perfect score of 100 during the health inspection on January 7. Another 8 restaurants were given the scores between 90 and 100. These establishments, 21 in total, were given the A grade.
Report for McDonald’s
Inspection Date: The inspection was conducted on January 7, 2025.
Name: McDonald’s
Address: 326 Lawrenceville-Suwanee Rd Suwanee, GA 30024
Permit Number: 067-FS-11647
Inspection Type: Routine
Inspection Results:
- Score: 100 (out of 100)
- Grade: A
Observation Notes:
- All cold-holding and hot-holding temperatures are in compliance unless otherwise noted.
- Ensure that more attention is given to the inside of the drink machine nozzles.
Report for Chick-fill-A
Inspection Date: The inspection was conducted on January 7, 2025.
Name: Chick-fill-A
Address: 3555 Peachtree Industrial Blvd
Permit Number: 067-FSP-26980
Inspection Type: Routine
Inspection Results:
- Score: 100 (out of 100)
- Grade: A
Observation Notes:
- All cold and hot holding in compliance unless noted otherwise.
Report for Taco Bell
Inspection Date: The inspection was conducted on January 7, 2025.
Name: Taco Bell #41221Address: 2029 Scenic Hwy N
Permit Number: 067-FSP-28648
Inspection Type: Routine
Inspection Results:
- Score: 100 (out of 100)
- Grade: A
Observation Notes:
- All cold-holding and hot-holding temperatures are in compliance
The other restaurants that scored the perfect score of 100 have been listed below:
- Smoothie King – 2735 Loganville Hwy SW Loganville, GA 30052
- Room 99 – 99 E Main St NE Buford, GA 30518
- Best Ball – 3498 Gwinnett Pl Dr NW Duluth, GA 30096
- Papa John’s Buford – 3421 Ridge Rd Suite C107 Buford, GA 30519
- Walden’s Restaurant – 3186 Washington St SW Covington, GA 30014
- Chuck E. Cheese’s 602 – 1530 Dogwood Dr SE Conyers, GA 30013
- American Multi-Cinema, Inc – 1536 Dogwood Dr SE Conyers, GA 30013
- McDonald’s – 7070 Jimmy Carter Blvd Peachtree Corners, GA 30092
- Aqua Terra Bistro – 55 E Main St NE Buford, GA 30518
- Grayson Sweet Home Cafe – 502 Grayson Pkwy Grayson, GA 30017
These restaurants have been certified to demonstrate 100 percent compliance with the health standards as per law. The other restaurants that scored between 90 and 99 showed minor violations.
Restaurants that scored between 70 and 89 had more number of non-compliance violations. They will be given the opportunity to make the corrections and better their scores in the future.
The health department diligently inspects the establishments to ensure public health. Those that have unsatisfactory scores, repeat, and uncorrected violations may face suspension of permit.
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