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Restaurant Inspections: Roach Activity, Toxic Container Reused For Tea

Heading out to lunch or dinner? Get the dish on these north Fulton County establishments.

The Fulton County Department of Health and Wellness conducted food service inspections March 22-29 at the following establishments:

Abbotts Hill Elementary School (Food Service Inspections)
5575 ABBOTTS BRIDGE RD JOHNS CREEK, GA 30097
View inspections: March 24, 2017 Score: 100, Grade: A

Added Touch Catering (Food Service Inspections)
8601 DUNWOODY PLACE STE 301 ATLANTA, GA 30350
View inspections: March 22, 2017 Score: 90, Grade: A

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Cousins Maine Lobster (Food Service Inspections)
8610 ROSWELL RD STE 470 ATLANTA, GA 30350
View inspections: March 23, 2017 Score: 99, Grade: A

Domino's Pizza #4193 (Food Service Inspections)
13695 HIGHWAY 9 ALPHARETTA, GA 30004
View inspections: March 24, 2017 Score: 98, Grade: A

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Dunwoody Country Club II (Food Service Inspections)
1600 DUNWOODY CLUB DR DUNWOODY, GA 30350
View inspections: March 22, 2017 Score: 92, Grade: A

Dunwoody Country Club Kitchen I (Food Service Inspections)
1600 DUNWOODY CLUB DR ATLANTA, GA 30350
View inspections: March 22, 2017 Score: 96, Grade: A

Dunwoody Springs Elementary School (Food Service Inspections)
8100 ROBERTS DR ATLANTA, GA 30350
View inspections: March 28, 2017 Score: 100, Grade: A

El Zarape Mexican Restaurant (Food Service Inspections)*
880 ATLANTA ST ROSWELL, GA 30075
View inspections: March 23, 2017 Score: 71, Grade: C

  • Observed employee switch from working with raw food to ready-to-eat food without washing hands. Corrected on-site.
  • Observed worker seen handling ready to eat (tacos and fajitas) with bare hands when glove or utensil use is required. Corrected on-site.
  • Observed multiple food items (sauces, syrups and dry goods) found stored in walk in cooler, dry storage uncovered and subject to contamination. Discarded; lids provided. Corrected on-site.
  • Observed food-contact surfaces encrusted with grease and/or soil deposits. Washed. Corrected on-site.
  • Observed toxic container reused for food storage (sweet tea). Observed toxic item stored by food throughout food service area. Corrected on-site.
  • Observed potentially hazardous food thawed in standing water. Observed potentially hazardous food thawed at room temperature.
  • Observed failure to provide thermometer to measure temperature of food product.
  • Observed no hand washing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees.
  • Observed utensils stored in crevices between equipment.
  • Observed clean glasses, cups, utensils, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner.
  • Observed failure to seal or paint raw wood. Observed failure to repair condensation inside cooler.
  • Observed failure to set-up compartment sinks as wash-rinse-sanitize.
  • Observed failure to replace torn gaskets, clean fans inside coolers, and grease buildup on non-food contact surfaces.
  • Observed failure to provide mop sink.
  • Observed missing drain plug at dumpster. Observed no lid for the dumpster and failure to replace broken door.
  • Observed failure to detail clean floor, walls and ceiling. Observed failure to maintain the facility of unnecessary items.
  • Observed failure to replace light bulbs at the hood. Observed failure to provide light shield or shatter proof light bulbs at the bar area by the soda machine.
  • Observed roach activity as evidenced by live roaches found. Must exterminate. Pest control contractor on site.
  • Observed doors or windows to food preparation area left open with no screening or air curtain.
  • Observed outer openings of establishment cannot be properly sealed when not in operation. Corrected on-site.
  • A follow-up inspection will be held April 3.

Extended Stay America (Tourist Accommodation Inspections)
3329 OLD MILTON PKWY ALPHARETTA, GA 30005
View inspections: March 22, 2017 Score: 96, Grade: A

Farm to Ladle - Avalon (Food Service Inspections)
3920 1ST ST ALPHARETTA, GA 30009
View inspections: March 22, 2017 Score: 100, Grade: A

Fickle Pickle (Food Service Inspections)*
1085 CANTON ST ROSWELL, GA 30075
View inspections: March 27, 2017 Score: 79, Grade: C

  • Observed multiple food items found stored in walk in cooler uncovered and subject to contamination. Corrected on-site.
  • Observed dish machine Quaternary ammonium sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Observed heavy mold build-up inside ice dispenser.
  • Observed prepared food stored in walk in cooler not marked with date of preparation or date for disposal. Corrected on-site.
  • Observed toxic items stored by food throughout food prep area. Removed. Corrected on-site.
  • Observed multiple food container stored in walk in cooler not labeled. Corrected on-site.
  • Observed food employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food.
  • Observed wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
  • Observed no hand washing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees.
  • Observed prep sink utilized to rinse dishes. Observed failure to repaint raw wood.
  • Observed heavy grease, dust, dirt and rust buildup on shelves and counters.
  • Observed failure to detail clean the entire facility.
  • Observed heavy dust buildup on vents. Must clean.
  • A follow-up inspection will be held April 7.

Hardee's (Food Service Inspections)
891 HOLCOMB BRIDGE RD ROSWELL, GA 30076
View inspections: March 22, 2017 Score: 91, Grade: A

Heards Ferry Elementary School (Food Service Inspections)
6151 POWERS FERRY RD ATLANTA, GA 30339
View inspections: March 29, 2017 Score: 100, Grade: A

Ippolito's (Food Service Inspections)
12850 HIGHWAY 9 STE 2500 ALPHARETTA, GA 30004
View inspections: March 27, 2017 Score: 96, Grade: A

Ison Springs Road Elementary School (Food Service Inspections)
8261 ISON RD SANDY SPRINGS, GA 30350
View inspections: March 24, 2017 Score: 100, Grade: A

Jet's Pizza of Johns Creek (Food Service Inspections)
10475 MEDLOCK BRIDGE RD STE 108 JOHNS CREEK, GA 30097
View inspections: March 23, 2017 Score: 100, Grade: A

Kampai Sushi & Hibachi (Food Service Inspections)*
9700 MEDLOCK BRIDGE RD JOHNS CREEK, GA 30099
View inspections: March 23, 2017 Score: 88, Grade: B

  • No records available for time as public health control.
  • Permit expired (07/22/2014).
  • No hand washing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees.
  • Observed leaking faucet at prep sink.

Kona Grill (Food Service Inspections)
5100 AVALON BLVD ALPHARETTA, GA 30009
View inspections: March 22, 2017 Score: 94, Grade: A

La Quinta Inn & Suites #964 (Tourist Accommodation Inspections)
1350 NORTH POINT DR ALPHARETTA, GA 30022
View inspections: March 22, 2017 Score: 100, Grade: A

Lake Forrest Elementary School (Food Service Inspections)
5920 SANDY SPRINGS CIR SANDY SPRINGS, GA 30327
View inspections: March 22, 2017 Score: 100, Grade: A

Madras Chettinaad (Food Service Inspections)
4305 STATE BRIDGE RD STE 108 ALPHARETTA, GA 30022
View inspections: March 24, 2017 Score: 91, Grade: A

Mansions at Sandy Springs (Food Service Inspections)
3175 RIVER EXCHANGE DR NORCROSS, GA 30092
View inspections: March 24, 2017 Score: 99, Grade: A

Marco's Pizza (Food Service Inspections)
5075 ABBOTTS BRIDGE RD STE 700 ALPHARETTA, GA 30005
View inspections: March 23, 2017 Score: 99, Grade: A

Marlow's Tavern Avalon (Food Service Inspections)
3900 1 ST ST ALPHARETTA, GA 30009
View inspections: March 22, 2017 Score: 100, Grade: A

Mellow Mushroom (Food Service Inspections)
6000 MEDLOCK BRIDGE RD STE A500 ALPHARETTA, GA 30022
View inspections: March 23, 2017 Score: 100, Grade: A

Mimosa Elementary School (Food Service Inspections)
1550 WARSAW RD ROSWELL, GA 30075
View inspections: March 22, 2017 Score: 100, Grade: A

Moe's Southwest Grill (Food Service Inspections)
6090 ROSWELL RD NE ATLANTA, GA 30328
View inspections: March 28, 2017 Score: 100, Grade: A

Montana's Bar & Grill (Food Service Inspections)
13695 HIGHWAY 9 STE 106 ALPHARETTA, GA 30004
View inspections: March 24, 2017 Score: 91, Grade: A

Peachtree Diner (Food Service Inspections)
915 HOLCOMB BRIDGE RD STE B ROSWELL, GA 30076
View inspections: March 22, 2017 Score: 93, Grade: A

Pizza Hut Express @ Target #2431 (Food Service Inspections)
13055 HIGHWAY 9 N MILTON, GA 30004
View inspections: March 23, 2017 Score: 100, Grade: A

Spalding Drive Elementary School (Food Service Inspections)
130 SPALDING DR ATLANTA, GA 30328
View inspections: March 22, 2017 Score: 100, Grade: A

Starbucks #9830 (Food Service Inspections)
2955 BETHANY BEND DAY CTR STE 100 ALPHARETTA, GA 30004
View inspections: March 24, 2017 Score: 100, Grade: A

Starbucks @ Target #2431 (Food Service Inspections)
13055 HIGHWAY 9N MILTON, GA 30004
View inspections: March 23, 2017 Score: 100, Grade: A

Staybridge Suites (Food Service Inspections)
3980 NORTH POINT PKWY ALPHARETTA, GA 30005
View inspections: March 24, 2017 Score: 100, Grade: A

Subway # 55363 (Food Service Inspections)
1100 HAMMOND DRIVE STE 410 A ATLANTA, GA 30328
View inspections: March 29, 2017 Score: 100, Grade: A

Subway #65366 (Food Service Inspections)
3055 NORTH POINT PKWY STE 500 ALPHARETTA, GA 30005
View inspections: March 27, 2017 Score: 100, Grade: A

Sushi Huku Japanese Restaurant (Food Service Inspections)
6300 POWERS FERRY RD ATLANTA, GA 30339
View inspections: March 24, 2017 Score: 99, Grade: A

The Derby (Food Service Inspections)
7716 SPALDING DR NORCROSS, GA 30092
View inspections: March 24, 2017 Score: 90, Grade: A

The Original Pancake House (Food Service Inspections)*
5530 WINDWARD PKWY STE ALPHARETTA, GA 30004
View inspections: March 27, 2017 Score: 77, Grade: C

  • Observed raw shelled eggs stored above ready to eat corned beef hash. Make sure to store ready to eat products above raw products.
  • Observed build up of debris on blade of can opener. Because the blade is considered a food contact surface, must keep cleaned and sanitized.
  • Observed pink slime mold and other debris along tray in ice machine. Interior of ice machine must remain cleaned and sanitized.
  • Observed items stored in front food service prep-top cooler with temperatures higher than 41 degrees F (see temp. observations). Food being served to the public must have adequate time to cool to the required 41 degrees F before being consumed. Items with time to cool underwent rapid cooling measures. Items without time to cool were discarded. Corrected on-site.
  • Observed utensils for dry foods store in containers with handles submerged in the food. Make sure to store with the handles pointing away from the food. Item was corrected on-site.
  • A follow-up inspection will be held April 10.

The Pickle Food Truck (Food Service Inspections)
850 MT. VERNON HWY ATLANTA, GA 30328
View inspections: March 28, 2017 Score: 92, Grade: A

Tokyo Bay Japanese Buffet (Food Service Inspections)*
925 HOLCOMB BRIDGE RD ROSWELL, GA 30076
View inspections: March 22, 2017 Score: 88, Grade: B

  • Observed toxic items stored throughout food preparation area.
  • Observed utensils stored in crevices between equipment. Observed in-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • Failure to designate sinks.
  • Failure to clean fans, counters and shelves inside coolers. Failure to remove cloth liners, cardboard liners, and foil liners from shelves and counters.
  • Observed failure to detail clean the entire facility.

Woodland Elementary School (Food Service Inspections)
1130 SPALDING DR ATLANTA, GA 30328
View inspections: March 24, 2017 Score: 90, Grade: A


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