ICYMI: Waffle House Fails Restaurant Inspection

Here are some recent food service inspections conducted by the Bartow County Environmental Health Department:

ARMANDO'S ITALIAN RESTAURANT (Food Service Inspections)*
3 S DIXIE AVE CARTERSVILLE, GA 30120
View inspections: November 16, 2018 Score: 87, Grade: B

• Observed raw animal foods not properly separated by cook temperatures. Observed raw eggs stored touching raw chicken. CA: all foods were separated according to cook temperature.
• Observed food items stored in reach-in freezer outside of containers. Also observed flour stored uncovered. CA: PIC will ensure that all items are covered. Re-check on Nov. 20.
• Observed food debris build-up on inside of ice machine. CA: PIC will clean ice machine. Re-check Nov. 20.

BAMBOO GARDEN (Food Service Inspections)*
7421 ADAIRSVILLE HWY STE 5 ADAIRSVILLE, GA 30103
View inspections: November 14, 2018 Score: 82, Grade: B

• Observed containers of raw chicken and shrimp stored over raw shrimp and pork in the walk-in cooler. CA: Discussed proper separation with PIC, food items were rearranged.
• As noted on a previous inspection, several containers stored in the walk-in cooler without coverings or either the plastic covering has fallen down into the food. CA: Discussed with PIC, items were covered.
• Observed several bottles at the grill that were not labeled. CA: Informed PIC that once food items are removed from the original container then new containers must be properly labeled.
• Observed wooden boards used to store food containers on in the walk-in cooler. CA: Informed PIC that food and non-contact surfaces must be smooth and easily cleanable.
• Observed food waste build-up under prep counters in the main kitchen. Observed dry storage shelving in need of cleaning.CA: Pointed out and informed PIC that a lot of miscellaneous items that were not used should be removed from kitchen and dry storage areas.
• Observed employee keys and glasses on the prep counter. CA: Discussed using a designated area for employee use. Items were removed.
• Observed containers of employee food items mixed in with consumer items. CA: Discussed designating an area for employee food.

Bangin Burgers & Wings (Food Service Inspections)*
1131 NORTH TENNESSEE ST CARTERSVILLE, GA 30120
View inspections: November 16, 2018 Score: 84, Grade: B

• Observed unauthorized persons (child) in food service area. CA: Discussed with PIC that children cannot be in food service area.
• Observed that certified food safety manager did not ensure that person in charge had sufficient knowledge of foodborne illness risks as evidenced by above violation. CA: CFSM will reassess the training needs and retrain accordingly.
• Observed employee beverages in non-single service cup with lid and straw. CA: Discussed with PIC that all employee beverages must be in single service cup with lid and straw.
• Observed dishwasher sanitizer at less than the manufacturer's recommended concentration (0 ppm). CA: Discussed replacing sanitizer bottle with PIC.
• Observed recently washed dish with grease residue on it. CA: Pointed out dish to PIC for rewashing.
• Observed food debris buildup on microwave and slicer. CA: Discussed proper cleaning frequency and method with PIC.
• Observed single service condiment cups being used as scoops for spices rather than scoops with handles. CA: Discussed the use of proper scoops with PIC.

BARNSLEY GARDEN (Pool Bar) (Food Service Inspections)
597 BARNSLEY GARDEN RD ADAIRSVILLE, GA 30103
View inspections: November 20, 2018 Score: 100, Grade: A

BARNSLEY GARDEN (Woodland Grill) (Food Service Inspections)
597 BARNSLEY GARDEN RD ADAIRSVILLE, GA 30103
View inspections: November 20, 2018 Score: 99, Grade: A

Baymont Inn and Suites (Tourist Accommodation Inspections)
11 KENT DR CARTERSVILLE, GA 30121
View inspections: November 7, 2018 Score: 95, Grade: A (2014)

COUNTRY PRIDE (Food Service Inspections)*
981 CASS WHITE RD CARTERSVILLE, GA 30121
View inspections: November 14, 2018 Score: 87, Grade: B

• Observed employee coffee cup on prep table not stored in a single service cup with lid and straw. CA: Employee discarded drink.
• Observed raw beef stored above raw fish in walk-in cooler. CA: PIC placed beef below fish.
• This was a follow-up to the restaurant's previous score of 70, or C.

CRACKER BARREL (Adairsville) 584 (Food Service Inspections)*
941 HWY 140 ADAIRSVILLE, GA 30103
View inspections: November 20, 2018 Score: 75, Grade: C

• Observed raw beef stored over raw fish in walk in cooler. Observed open containers of chicken stored over open container of carrots in walk in freezer. CA: PIC rearranged foods in cooler and walk in freezer according to cook temperature.
• Observed encrusted food on inside of microwave oven. CA: Discussed proper cleaning method and frequency with PIC.
• Observed line cook wipe knife with sanitizing cloth without properly washing, rinsing, and sanitizing knife before use. CA: PIC took knife to be properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized.
• Observed sanitizer bucket with no detectable amount of sanitizer in the solution (0 ppm). CA: PIC removed sanitizer bucket and refilled it with new sanitizing solution.
• Observed potentially hazardous foods (lettuce, liquid eggs) not stored at 41 degrees Fahrenheit or below. CA: Lettuce had been out for less than four hours and was placed in reach in cooler to cool. PIC chose to discard eggs.
• Observed previous inspection not displayed in facility. CA: Provided PIC with copy of current inspection.
• Observed no food permit displayed in facility. Observed ServSafe certificates not displayed where customers can properly view them. CA: Discussed with PIC that food permit and certified food safety manager certificates must be displayed where customers can easily view them.
• A follow-up inspection will be held Dec. 4.

DRAGON GARDEN (Food Service Inspections)
548 MLK JR DR CARTERSVILLE, GA 30120
View inspections: November 13, 2018 Score: 91, Grade: A

Five Guys (Food Service Inspections)
445 CHEROKEE PL CARTERSVILLE, GA 30121
View inspections: November 14, 2018 Score: 96, Grade: A

GRAND CHINA (Food Service Inspections)*
416 GRASSDALE RD STE H CARTERSVILLE, GA 30120
View inspections: November 7, 2018 Score: 80, Grade: B

• The PIC could not provide documentation or otherwise satisfactorily demonstrate during the inspection, that all food employees and conditional employees are informed of their responsibility to report to management information about their health and activities as it relates to diseases that are transmissible through food. CA: Informed PIC that facility must have documentation stating that all employees were made aware of the employee health reporting agreement. Facility was provided with another copy of the employee health form.
• Observed raw chicken stored over raw pork and shrimp in double door reach-in cooler. CA: Notified PIC, food items were rearranged. The importance of proper separation was discussed with PIC.
• Observed bottles of sauces by the grill area without labels. CA: Informed PIC that bottles must be labeled when removed from the original container.
• Observed potentially hazardous food (shrimp) thawing in a bucket of standing water.CA: Pointed out to PIC,PIC then moved shrimp to sink with running water.

Iron Horse Kitchen LLC (Food Service Inspections)
14 RAILROAD ST KINGSTON, GA 30145
View inspections: November 16, 2018 Score: 91, Grade: A

Ladies Fitness and Health Club (Food Service Inspections)
240 NELSON ST CARTERSVILLE, GA 30120
View inspections: November 9, 2018 Score: 90, Grade: A

MOE'S SOUTHWEST GRILL (Food Service Inspections)
402 E CHURCH ST STE 101 CARTERSVILLE, GA 30121
View inspections: November 16, 2018 Score: 100, Grade: A

Shane's Rib Shack (Food Service Inspections)
644 E MAIN STREET CARTERSVILLE, GA 30120
View inspections: November 14, 2018 Score: 91, Grade: A

SHONEY'S (Food Service Inspections)*
5616 HWY 20 SE CARTERSVILLE, GA 30120
View inspections: November 9, 2018 Score: 73, Grade: C

• Observed improper vertical separation in reach-in and walk-in coolers. CA; Discussed separation by cook temperatures with PIC. Corrected all cooler separation issues.
• Observed debris build-up on can opener in kitchen. CA: PIC washed can opener.
• Observed potentially hazardous raw bacon not stored at 41°F or below (bacon: 53°F). CA: PIC placed bacon back into walk-in cooler to rapidly cool since bacon was out of temperature for less than 4 hours.
• Observed potentially hazardous food items in walk-in cooler (baked beans, mac and cheese, potato salad) not properly date marked. CA: Food items were discarded.
• Observed bowls and cups used as scoops in cinnamon sugar mix and sugar containers. CA: PIC removed items. Discussed proper scoops and that they should be stored handle up.
• A follow-up inspection will be held, but no date was provided.

Southern Muggs (Food Service Inspections)
26 W MAIN ST CARTERSVILLE, GA 30120
View inspections: November 9, 2018 Score: 96, Grade: A

Tarascos (Food Service Inspections)*
1325 CASSVILLE RD CARTERSVILLE, GA 30120
View inspections: November 13, 2018 Score: 81, Grade: B

• Observed raw beef stored over raw shrimp and chorizo. CA: Discussed proper storage of raw animal products, items were rearranged.
• Observed beans in the walk-in cooler that were cooked the day before and not cooled properly (see temps below). CA: Beans were discarded. Informed PIC that food must cool from 135 degrees to 70 degrees Fahrenheit within 2 hours, then 70 degrees to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 4 hours. Also discussed portioning cooling foods into smaller shallow pans.
• Observed employee drink cups (yeti, coffee cup) stored near wing sauces. CA: Informed PIC that employee drinks must be stored in a disposable cup with lid and straw and kept in a designated area for employee use. Cups were removed.

The Georgian Hall at Barnsley Resort (Food Service Inspections)
597 BARNSLEY GARDEN RD ADAIRSVILLE, GA 30103
View inspections: November 20, 2018 Score: 96, Grade: A

Tranquility of Cartersville, PCH (Food Service Inspections)
60 MASSELL DR CARTERSVILLE, GA 30121
View inspections: November 19, 2018 Score: 96, Grade: A

WAFFLE HOUSE (Acworth) 857 (Food Service Inspections)*
5350 CHEROKEE ST ACWORTH, GA 30101
View inspections: November 19, 2018 Score: 89, Grade: B

• Observed black buildup on soda dispensing nozzles. CA: Informed PIC, it was stated that nozzles would be cleaned as soon as possible. New Violation. Correct by Nov. 21.
• Observed sanitizer solution in wet wiping cloth bucket that exceeded maximum concentrated allowed. Test strip was bleached out after solution was tested. CA: PIC discarded solution.
• Observed canisters of whipped cream that had expired on 11/6/18. CA: Notified PIC, whipped cream was discarded.

WAFFLE HOUSE (Hwy 20) 254 (Food Service Inspections)*
5630 HWY 20 CARTERSVILLE, GA 30120
View inspections: November 13, 2018 Score: 65, Grade: U

• Observed that PIC could not demonstrate sufficient knowledge of foodborne illness risks as evidenced by priority violations including proper food storage and separation, proper cold holding temperatures, food contact surfaces cleaned and sanitized, and proper separation of toxic substances. CA: CFSM will reassess needs of PIC and retrain accordingly.
• Observed that certified food safety manager did not ensure that PIC has sufficient knowledge of foodborne illness risks as evidence by the priority violations. CA: CFSM will reassess the training needs of employees and retrain accordingly.
• Observed shells eggs stored over hash browns. Observed raw chicken stored over raw beef. CA: PIC rearranged food in cooler. Discussed installing a barrier in the cooler so that eggs would not be pushed over above hash browns.
• Observed mold-like building up in ice machine and on soda nozzles. Discussed proper cleaning methods and frequency with PIC. Repeat Violation. Correct by Nov. 27.
• Observed that the final rinse on the high heat dishwasher did not reach 180 degrees Fahrenheit. CA: Dishwasher cannot be used until it is repaired and checked by health department. Dishes, utensils, and equipment must be washed, rinsed, and sanitized in the three compartment sink. Please call health department when dishwasher is repaired. Rechecked on 11/16/18. Dishwasher was functioning properly.
• Observed potentially hazardous foods (raw beef, uncooked bacon) held at temperatures above 41 degrees Fahrenheit. CA: Breaker was flipped in walk in cooler and food was properly cooling. Food was held at temperature for less than four hours and was allowed to cool. Walk in cooler will be rechecked at re-inspection.
• Observed bottle of sanitizer stored over food. CA: Sanitizer was moved to bottom shelf.
• Observed buildup of oil and grease in drawers below grill. Observed food debris buildup and rust on shelving in reach in cooler. CA: Discussed proper cleaning frequency and repair of shelving to an easily cleanable surface with PIC. Remarks: Rechecked dishwasher on 11/16/18. Dishwasher was functioning properly.
• A follow-up inspection will be held Nov. 27.

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