Restaurant Inspections: Roaches, Flies, Mold Growth

The Bartow County Environmental Health Department conducted food service inspections July 6-20 at the following establishments:

APPALACHIAN GRILL (Food Service Inspections)
14 E CHURCH ST CARTERSVILLE, GA 30120
View inspections: July 12, 2016 Score: 87, Grade: B

• Observed old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. CA: Discussed with PIC about cleaning frequency.
• Observed potentially Cooked mushrooms cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. CA: Discussed with PIC and items were discarded.

BEAVERS DRIVE SENIOR CENTER (Food Service Inspections)
33 BEAVERS DR CARTERSVILLE, GA 30121
View inspections: July 14, 2016 Score: 100, Grade: A

Bojangles (Food Service Inspections)
459 E MAIN ST CARTERSVILLE, GA 30120
View inspections: July 14, 2016 Score: 96, Grade: A

BRANDI'S WORLD FAMOUS HOT DOGS (Food Service Inspections)
800 N TENNESSEE ST CARTERSVILLE, GA 30120
View inspections: July 7, 2016 Score: 95, Grade: A

CICI'S PIZZA #381 (Food Service Inspections)
240 CHEROKEE PL CARTERSVILLE, GA 30210
View inspections: July 13, 2016 Score: 94, Grade: A

CITY BLENDS NUTRITION CAFÉ (Food Service Inspections)
1133 N TENNESSEE ST STE A CARTERSVILLE, GA 30120
View inspections: July 6, 2016 Score: 100, Grade: A

EL NOPAL (Cartersville) (Food Service Inspections)
540 OLD MILL RD CARTERSVILLE, GA 30120
View inspections: July 8, 2016 Score: 92, Grade: A

GONDOLIER'S (Food Service Inspections)*
407 E MAIN ST CARTERSVILLE, GA 30120
View Inspections: July 18, 2016 Score: 86, Grade: B

• Based on the excessive temperature of the coolers and the actions or inaction of the person in charge to actively correct the problem immediately, the responsibilities of the PIC were not being met.
• Observed several cooler units holding potentially hazardous foods above the required maximum holding temperature of 41F or below. The ambient air temperature in the kitchen as 94F-97F. The employees state it has been this way for a while. It appears the coolers cannot maintain food temps of 41F or below due to the ambient air temp. This was discussed with the PIC and shift supervisor. It is recommended to first correct the air conditioning unit for the ambient air then determine if all of the coolers are working properly before placing any potentially hazardous foods back into the coolers. The coolers that were holding at 48F-53F included the prep cooler next to the grill, the walk in cooler and the reach in cooler in the back prep area. There was no indication how long the coolers had been holding foods at 48F-53F and for this reason, it was determined to be in the public's best interest to discard all potentially hazardous foods stored in these three coolers until the problem could be resolved. The thermocouple was verified to be accurate by using an ice bath at the time of inspection and was done so in front of the PIC and the Shift Supervisor. In addition, a thermometer from the facility was verified to be accurate in the same ice bath and the temperatures of the coolers were verified with it prior to any foods being discarded. A list of foods discarded was created by the inspector as well as the shift manager.
• Observed lasagna on the steam table holding at 124 for over four hours. Discussed with the PIC and the lasagna was discarded.
• A pan of chicken was cooked earlier in the day and was actively cooling. The first parameter was reached by being below 70F within two hours but the second parameter was not due to the inability of the cooler to drop foods below the 48F. This chicken was discarded.
• Air conditioning was not working as the ambient air temperature in the front of the kitchen was 94F and in the back it was 97F. Employees were sweating during work and could possibly contaminate food from sweat dripping off of them.
• Upon finding the air condition not functioning properly and the ambient air temperature in the kitchen up to 97F, as well as the prep cooler, walk in cooler and reach in cooler all having food over ten degrees out of proper temperature, the facility was requested to close their doors. The facility was requested to stay closed until such time the air condition was functioning properly and all of the coolers in use able to maintain potentially hazardous foods at the required temperature of 41F or below. A representative from this facility must contact the health department for an inspection prior to opening up to serve customers.

High Harbour Conference Center (Food Service Inspections)
40 OLD SANDTOWN RD CARTERSVILLE, GA 30121
View inspections: July 12, 2016 Score: 100, Grade: A

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HILLBILLY CAFÉ (Food Service Inspections)
123 SUNSET DR CARTERSVILLE, GA 30121
View inspections: July 7, 2016 Score: 100, Grade: A

Hillbilly Cafe (Base) (Food Service Inspections)
123 SUNSET DR CARTERSVILLE, GA 30121
View inspections: July 7, 2016 Score: 100, Grade: A

HONG KONG (Food Service Inspections)
281 MARKET PLACE BLVD CARTERSVILLE, GA 30121
View inspections: July 15, 2016 Score: 99, Grade: A

LARRY'S GIANT SUBS (Food Service Inspections)
220 CHEROKEE PL CARTERSVILLE, GA 30120
View inspections: July 13, 2016 Score: 95, Grade: A

Lee'Anns Simply Southern (Food Service Inspections)*
4010 HWY 411 RYDAL, GA 30171
View inspections: July 12, 2016 Score: 88, Grade: B

• Observed sliced tomatoes, cheese and bacon not covered between uses. CA: Owner covered.
• Pesticide use not in accordance with manufacturer's directions (told owner to remove from facility).
• No copy of latest inspection report (told owner to post most current inspection)
• Observed roach activity as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed live flies in kitchen.
• Doors or windows to food preparation area left open with no screening or air curtain.CA: Discussed getting professional pest control and keeping back door closed.

LOS REYES (Food Service Inspections)*
122 N MORNINGSIDE DR CARTERSVILLE, GA 30120
View inspections: July 11, 2016 Score: 86, Grade: B

• Observed employee drinking from an open beverage container in a food preparation or other restricted area. CA: Discussed with PIC about designating areas for personal items.
• Observed ice scoop sitting in dirty water. CA: Discussed with PIC about the issue.
• No consistent date marking procedure. Discussed with PIC about the issues and was assured that date marking would be more consistent.
• Observed soiled reach-in cooler gaskets. CA: Discussed with PIC about cleaning the gaskets more frequently.
• Observed personal item in prep area near food. CA: Discussed with PIC about designating an area for personal items.

MCDONALD'S (Adairsville) 6620 (Food Service Inspections)*
100 PRINCETON BLVD ADAIRSVILLE, GA 30103
View inspections: July 13, 2016 Score: 88, Grade: B

• Observed personal drinks sitting on a prep table. General manager discarded.
• Observed food contact utensils stored in a "clean" bin that were actually contaminated with debris that had fallen down into the bin. The entire bin was cleaned out and utensils washed, rinsed and sanitized.
• The ice machine has mold growth on it and was in need of cleaning and sanitizing. Discussed with the General Manager. Machine was to be cleaned immediately.
• Observed cleaning chemicals stored on and above condiments near the front counter and drive thru window. Chemical cleaners were relocated.

MCDONALD'S (Market Place) 03983 (Food Service Inspections)
101 MARKET PLACE BLVD CARTERSVILLE, GA 30120
View inspections: July 11, 2016 Score: 96, Grade: A

Pizza Hut (Food Service Inspections)*
11 LEGACY WAY STE E ADAIRSVILLE, GA 30103
View inspections: July 13, 2016 Score: 82, Grade: B

• Observed personal drink stored with food items in the walk in cooler. Drink was discarded.
• Observed the dish machine was not providing residual chlorine at the proper strength. PIC was to correct prior to washing anymore dishes through this machine.
• Observed meats in the pizza prep top held above the maximum cold holding temperature of 41F. See temps above. Discussed with PIC and foods were discarded. Will use TAC with new toppings from the walk in until unit is repaired.
• Observed waste/spilled foods on shelving and containers stored above the food prep table.

Santana Mini Mart Restaurant (Food Service Inspections)
114 MERCHANT SQ CARTERSVILLE, GA 30120
View inspections: July 14, 2016 Score: 90, Grade: A

Tarascos Tacos and Wings (Food Service Inspections)*
1350 JOE FRANK HARRIS PKWY STE 115 CARTERSVILLE, GA 30120
View inspections: July 17, 2016 Score: 83, Grade: B

• Chlorine sanitizer was not present during the dish washing cycle. It appears that it may just need to be primed. If needed, multiple checks throughout the day should be completed to ensure chlorine sanitizer is always dispensed to the dishes during the dish machine cycle.
• Observed prep top unit holding foods at greater than 41F. Discussed with PIC during the inspection. Cooler was to be placed out of service and foods relocated until cooler could be repaired. Recommend keeping a written log on the temperatures of the prep top cooler but also of the walk in cooler in the back. Cold temps must maintain 41F or below at all times..
• It is noted that several floor tiles are broken and or missing in the kitchen area. The floors should be repaired to provide a smooth surface that does not hold liquid or food debris and can be easily mopped and cleaned.
• It is noted that the air conditioning system is not working properly causing excessive build up of heat and is also leaking water from the vents. It was discussed with the PIC to avoid all leakage of water with any foods storage, prep or clean dishes. Repairs were to be made later today.
• It is noted that the facility needs to initiate a control program for the presence of flies in the building.

TCBY (Food Service Inspections)*
807 WEST AVE STE B CARTERSVILLE, GA 30120
View inspections: July 11, 2016 Score: 88, Grade: B

• No soap or paper towels located at hand washing sink in front service area.
• Wiping cloth quaternary ammonium compound sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength.
• Unwrapped single-service utensils not presented so that only the handles are touched. Discussed keeping single service utensils with the handle up to prevent contamination.

The Community Coffee Shop (Food Service Inspections)
118 E GEORGE ST ADAIRSVILLE, GA 30103
View inspections: July 6, 2016 Score: 100, Grade: A

The Local Bar and Grill (Food Service Inspections)
120 SOUTH ERWIN ST CARTERSVILLE, GA 30120
View inspections: July 14, 2016 Score: 96, Grade: A

WAFFLE HOUSE (Hwy 20) 254 (Food Service Inspections
)5630 HWY 20 CARTERSVILLE, GA 30120
View inspections: July 7, 2016 Score: 96, Grade: A

WAFFLE HOUSE (JFH Pkwy) 1366 (Food Service Inspections)
1355 JFH PKWY CARTERSVILLE, GA 30120
View inspections: July 12, 2016 Score: 94, Grade: A

WENDY'S (Adairsville) (Food Service Inspections)
957 HWY 140 ADAIRSVILLE, GA 30103
View inspections: July 13, 2016 Score: 96, Grade: A

ZAXBY'S (Market Place) (Food Service Inspections)
310 MARKET PLACE BLVD CARTERSVILLE, GA 30120
View inspections: July 13, 2016 Score: 100, Grade: A