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How did your north Fulton favorites stack up this week?

The Fulton County Department of Health and Wellness conducted food service inspections Aug. 31 through Sept. 7 at the following establishments:

All Things Elizabeth DBA Mittie"s Cafe (Food Service Inspections)
62 N MAIN ST ALPHARETTA, GA 30004
View inspections: September 6, 2016 Score: 96, Grade: A

Chili's (Food Service Inspections)
7800 NORTH POINT PKWY ALPHARETTA, GA 30022
View inspections:August 31, 2016 Score: 99, Grade: A

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Chin Chin Silos (Food Service Inspections)
270 RUCKER RD STE 115 ALPHARETTA, GA 30004
View inspections:September 1, 2016 Score: 96, Grade: A

Dunkin Donuts (Food Service Inspections)
11250 MEDLOCK BRIDGE RD DULUTH, GA 30097
View inspections:September 1, 2016 Score: 99, Grade: A

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Egg Harbor Cafe (Food Service Inspections)
10270 MEDLOCK BRIDGE RD DULUTH, GA 30097
View inspections:September 2, 2016 Score: 98, Grade: A

Einstein Bros. Bagels (Food Service Inspections)
5530 WINDWARD PKWY ALPHARETTA, GA 30004
View inspections:August 31, 2016 Score: 100, Grade: A

Holiday Inn Express (Tourist Accommodation Inspections)
2950 MANSELL ALPHARETTA, GA 30022
View inspections:August 31, 2016 Score: 98, Grade: A(2014)

Hop Alley (Food Service Inspections)
25 SOUTH MAIN ST ALPHARETTA, GA 30009
View inspections:August 31, 2016 Score: 94, Grade: A

Hyatt Place (Tourist Accommodation Inspections)
7500 NORTH POINT PKWY ALPHARETTA, GA 30022
View inspections:August 31, 2016 Score: 96, Grade: A(2014)

Hyatt Place (Food Service Inspections)
7500 NORTH POINT PKWY ALPHARETTA, GA 30022
View inspections:August 31, 2016 Score: 90, Grade: A

I Love Juice Bar (Food Service Inspections)
11270 MEDLOCK BRIDGE RD STE 210 DULUTH, GA 30097
View inspections:September 2, 2016 Score: 99, Grade: A

Kitchen of Atlanta (Food Service Inspections)
11030 MEDLOCK BRIDGE RD STE 240 DULUTH, GA 30097
View inspections:September 2, 2016 Score: 96, Grade: A

Marlow's Tavern Avalon (Food Service Inspections)
3900 1 ST ST ALPHARETTA, GA 30009
View inspections:August 31, 2016 Score: 96, Grade: A

McDonald's (Food Service Inspections)
5210 WINDWARD PKWY ALPHARETTA, GA 30004
View inspections:September 1, 2016 Score: 97, Grade: A

Palomilla's Grill Inc, (Food Service Inspections)*
11030 MEDLOCK BRIDGE RD STE 210 JOHNS CREEK, GA 30092
View inspections:September 2, 2016 Score: 85, Grade: B

  • Observed improper cold holding temperatures for food in reach-in cooler #1 (see "temp. observations"). All cold held foods must maintain temperatures of 41 degrees F or lower. Advised that foods undergoing time/temperature abuse be discarded.
  • Observed improper date marking for items in reach-in cooler #1. Make sure to label and date mark items for the day they were prepped or the day they must be discarded. Properly cold held items can only be held for seven days.
  • Education provided for the following observations: Thawing must take place under running water or in a cooling unit. Cannot take place at room temperature; in order to allow food to maintain proper cold holding temperature, place food on ice to prevent time/temperature abuse.

Papa John's Pizza #1023 (Food Service Inspections)
270 RUCKER RD ALPHARETTA, GA 30004
View inspections:September 1, 2016 Score: 92, Grade: A

Saigon Cafe (Food Service Inspections)
5530 WINDWARD PKWY STE C-300 ALPHARETTA, GA 30004
View inspections:August 31, 2016 Score: 90, Grade: A

Salsaritas Fresh Cantina (Food Service Inspections)*
5215 WINDWARD PKWY STE A ALPHARETTA, GA 30004
View inspections:September 6, 2016 Score: 74, Grade: C

  • Observed failure to have hand sink near ice maker stocked with soap and paper towels. All hand sinks must be stocked with soap and paper towels.
  • Observed raw shrimp stored above ready to eat food in walk-in cooler. Food must be stored in the following, descending order: ready to eat food/raw fruits and veggies stored at the top, then raw seafood, then raw red meat, then raw poultry always stored on the lowest level.
  • Observed improper hot holding temperatures in front food service pass-thru warmer (chopped chicken - 117 degrees F, chopped steak - 133 degrees F) All hot held items must maintain a temperature of 135 degrees F or higher. Items were reheated to 165 degrees F or higher.
  • Observed containers of food stored on floor in walk-in cooler and main kitchen area. Everything must be store at last 6 inches off the floor.
  • Observed food debris on non-food contact areas of clean, food storage equipment. Must be cleaned and free of food debris.

South Main Kitchen (Food Service Inspections)
9 SOUTH MAIN STREET ALPHARETTA, GA 30009
View inspections:September 6, 2016 Score: 94, Grade: A

Starbuck's Coffee #8568 (Food Service Inspections)
11720 MEDLOCK BRIDGE DULUTH, GA 30097
View inspections:September 1, 2016 Score: 98, Grade: A

SUBWAY (Food Service Inspections)
6195 WINDWARD PKWY STE 108 ALPHARETTA, GA 30005
View inspections:September 6, 2016 Score: 100, Grade: A

Swagat Indian Cuisine (Food Service Inspections)
5530 WINDWARD PKWY STE 440D ALPHARETTA, GA 30004
View inspections:August 31, 2016 Score: 95, Grade: A

TACO BELL (Food Service Inspections)
106 SOUTH MAIN ST ALPHARETTA, GA 30009
View inspections:August 31, 2016 Score: 99, Grade: A

Tarahumata Mexican Grill & Tequila Bar (Food Service Inspections)*
6195 WINDWARD PKWY STE 100 ALPHARETTA, GA 30005
View inspections:September 6, 2016 Score: 85, Grade: B

  • Observed failure to have soap and paper towels at bar hand sink. All hand sinks must be stocked with soap and paper towels.
  • Observed dishes in 3-compartment sink being washed, sanitized, then rinsed. Dishes must be washed, rinsed, then sanitized.
  • Observed failure to have items labeled and date marked in cold holding units throughout main kitchen. All prepped items or items taken out of their original package must be labeled and date marked.
  • Observed food stored in opened, original can. Opened cans cannot be used for food storage. After can has been opened, food inside must be placed in food grade container.
  • Education provided for the following observations: make sure to have thermometers in all temperature controlled holding units so as to measure internal temperature; make sure foods reach their final cook temperature before being sent out: chicken/poultry - 165 degrees F, red meat - 155 degrees F, seafood - 145 degrees F, all other food - 135 degrees F); and make sure to store all food storage containers at least 6 inches off the floor (chips).

Target Food Avenue - Starbucks (Food Service Inspections)
5610 ROSWELL RD SANDY SPRINGS, GA 30342
View inspections:September 2, 2016 Score: 100, Grade: A

Urban Cookhouse (Food Service Inspections)
4600 ROSWELL RD STE G-100 ATLANTA, GA 30342
View inspections:September 2, 2016 Score: 99, Grade: A

Vinnys Windward (Food Service Inspections)*
5355 WINDWARD PKWY ALPHARETTA, GA 30004
View inspections:August 31, 2016 Score: 88, Grade: B

  • Observed raw seafood stored below raw chicken in front food service prep top cooler #2. Corrected On-Site.
  • Observed raw salmon stored below raw beef in walk-in cooler #1
  • Observed containers of food stored on floor in walk-in cooler #1.
  • Observed containers of food stored on the floor in walk-in freezer.
  • Education provided for the following observations: make sure to clean the interior of your ice machine (food contact surface); make sure to always have internal thermometers in all cold holding units (specifically front food service prep top coolers); make sure to store wiping cloths in sanitizing solution when not in use; make sure to clean cold holding unit gasket so they are clear of any debris build up; and make sure to have employee personal items in designated areas.

Wendy's (Food Service Inspections)
4307 STATE BRIDGE RD ALPHARETTA, GA 30022
View inspections:September 2, 2016 Score: 93, Grade: A

Wild Wing Cafe (Food Service Inspections)
5530 WINDWARD PKWY STE E 800 ALPHARETTA, GA 30004
View inspections:September 1, 2016 Score: 90, Grade: A

Zoes Kitchen (Food Service Inspections)
11250 MEDLOCK BRIDGE RD DULUTH, GA 30097
View inspections:September 1, 2016 Score: 95, Grade: A

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