Restaurant Inspections: Black Mold, Uncovered Raw Chicken Inside Cooler

The Fulton County Department of Health and Wellness conducted food service inspections Oct. 11-18 at the following establishments:

Amana Academy (Food Service Inspections)
281 SOUTH MAIN STREET ALPHARETTA, GA 30004
View inspections: October 11, 2017 Score: 91, Grade: A

Amana Academy (Food Service Inspections)
285 SOUTH MAIN STREET ALPHARETTA, GA 30009
View inspections: October 11, 2017 Score: 100, Grade: A

Bawarchi Biryani Pointe Indian Cuisine (Food Service Inspections)*
2500 NORTH POINT CT STE 2500 ALPHARETTA, GA 30022
View inspections: October 17, 2017 Score: 78, Grade: C

• Observed uncovered containers of chicken within the walk in cooler of the main kitchen. Food must be covered and therefore protected from cross contamination while in storage.
• Observed uncovered containers of seasoned chicken and sauces within the reach in cooler across from the grill area, within the main kitchen. Food must be covered and therefore protected from cross contamination while in storage.
• Observed uncovered containers of raw, seasoned chicken within the reach in cooler next to walk in cooler, within the main kitchen. Food must be covered and therefore protected from cross contamination while in storage.
• Observed various containers of cut vegetables and precooked meat not date marked the within the walk in cooler located within the main kitchen. Time/temperature control for safety foods must be clearly marked to indicate the date or day by which food items must be consumed.
• Observed glass cleaner improperly stored within the to-go containers (plastic lids) within the equipment storage located next to the restrooms. Toxic material must be stored so they cannot contaminate food equipment, utensils, linens, and single-service and single-use articles.
• Observed various containers of cut vegetables and precooked meat not labeled within the walk in cooler located within the main kitchen. Food containers must be properly labeled to identify the food item.
• Observed ice cold holding units, boxes, fixtures, broken equipment, and rugs stored outside of the premises. All refuse must be removed from the premises at a frequency that will minimize the development of objectionable odors and other conditions that attract or harbor insects and rodents.
• Observed missing floor tiles underneath the 3-compartment sink, within the main kitchen. The physical facility must be maintained in good repair. Make the necessary replacement of floor tiles.
• Observed junction between the wall and 3-compartment sink heavily soiled. The physical facility must be cleaned as often as necessary to keep it cleaned and by methods that prevent contamination of food products.
• Observed the wall underneath the warewashing machine, in the main kitchen, in disrepair. The physical facility must be maintained in good repair. Make the necessary repairs.
• Observed door located in the main kitchen opened with the plastic curtain barrier shifted to the side, leaving the facility fully exposed to possible pests. If the doors of a food service establishment are kept open for ventilation or other purposes, the opening must be protected against the entry of insects and rodents by a 16 mesh to 1 inch screen; properly designed and installed air curtains to control flying insects; or other effective means.
• A follow-up inspection will be held Oct. 20.

Breadwinner Bakery & Cafe (Food Service Inspections)
220 SANDY SPRINGS CIR STE 195 ATLANTA, GA 30328
View inspections: October 17, 2017 Score: 95, Grade: A

California Pizza Kitchen (Food Service Inspections)
6301 NORTH POINT PKWY ALPHARETTA, GA 30022
View inspections: October 11, 2017 Score: 90, Grade: A

Cheeky's At Sandy Springs Gateway (Food Service Inspections)
4600 ROSWELL RD STE 150 SANDY SPRINGS, GA 30342
View inspections: October 16, 2017 Score: 96, Grade: A

CHICK-FIL-A # 3700 (Food Service Inspections)
2720 OLD MILTON PKWY ALPHARETTA, GA 30009
View inspections: October 11, 2017 Score: 96, Grade: A

Chipotle Mexican grill #2471 (Food Service Inspections)
4600 ROSWELL RD STE B110 ATLANTA, GA 30342
View inspections: October 16, 2017 Score: 100, Grade: A

Darwins Burgers & Blues (Food Service Inspections)
234 HILDERBRAND DR ATLANTA, GA 30328
View inspections: October 17, 2017 Score: 93, Grade: A

Golf Club of Georgia Kitchen (Food Service Inspections)
1 GOLF CLUB DR ALPHARETTA, GA 30005
View inspections: October 11, 2017 Score: 96, Grade: A

Golf Club of Georgia Main Bar (Food Service Inspections)
1 GOLF CLUB DR ALPHARETTA, GA 30005
View inspections: October 11, 2017 Score: 100, Grade: A

Independence High School (Food Service Inspections)
86 SCHOOL DR ALPHARETTA, GA 30004
View inspections: October 11, 2017 Score: 100, Grade: A

lakeside Cafe (Food Service Inspections)*
990 HAMMOND DR STE 100 ATLANTA, GA 30328
View inspections: October 16, 2017 Score: 70, Grade: C

• Observed container raw shelled eggs stored above ready-to-eat items in prep top cooler. Item was corrected onsite.
• Observed container of combined raw egg whites and raw ground beef stored above ready-to-eat items and vegetable items. Items were corrected onsite.
• Observed a build up of black mold debris along the interior of ice machine. All food contact surfaces must be cleaned and sanitized.
• Observed several items stored in prep top cooler failing to maintain cold holding temperatures of 41 degrees F or lower (see Temperature Observation). Items were discarded onsite. Spoke with PIC about different cold holding maintenance strategies.
• Observed potentially hazardous, ready to eat items stored in walk-in cooler for over 24 hours with no date marking. Must be date marked.
• Observed opened canned food items stored in can. After a canned has been opened, the food that remains must be placed in a good grade container.
• Observed failure to have test strips for chlorine sanitizer. Must obtain.
• A follow-up inspection will be held Oct. 30.

Starbucks Coffee Company (Food Service Inspections)
2705 OLD MILTON PKWY STE 120 ALPHARETTA, GA 30022
View inspections: October 11, 2017 Score: 91, Grade: A

Starbucks Coffee Company #27818 (Food Service Inspections)
6001 PEACHTREE DUNWOODY RD ATLANTA, GA 30328
View inspections: October 17, 2017 Score: 100, Grade: A

Wendy'S-Store #11182 (Food Service Inspections)
1170 PERIMETER CENTER WEST ATLANTA, GA 30338
View inspections: October 17, 2017 Score: 91, Grade: A

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