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STARBUCKS COFFEE (Marietta Hwy, Canton)Inspection Date: 10/13/26Inspection Type: RoutineScore: 100Violations Noted:• No ...
10/15/2026

STARBUCKS COFFEE (Marietta Hwy, Canton)
Inspection Date: 10/13/26
Inspection Type: Routine
Score: 100

Violations Noted:

• No violations noted.

BACK-TO-BACK PERFECT 100s FOR STARBUCKS!

Starbucks on Marietta Highway in Canton has earned its SECOND consecutive perfect health inspection score!

Two inspections in a row with zero violations is an excellent accomplishment and reflects a consistent commitment to food safety.

Congratulations to the entire Starbucks team on another perfect 100!

Two inspections. Two perfect scores. Keep up the great work!

All scores come directly from the Georgia Department of Public Health (DPH).

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MARTIN'S RESTAURANTS (Marietta Hwy, Canton)Inspection Date: 10/13/26Inspection Type: RoutineScore: 87Violations Noted:• ...
10/15/2026

MARTIN'S RESTAURANTS (Marietta Hwy, Canton)
Inspection Date: 10/13/26
Inspection Type: Routine
Score: 87

Violations Noted:

• Chicken was being held at approximately 120°F in a kitchen steam well, below the required 135°F. Portions of a pan of grits were also below 135°F. The chicken was discarded during the inspection. (9 points)

• An open C4 energy drink was stored inside a reach-in cooler. The drink was moved to an appropriate location during the inspection. (4 points)

All scores come directly from the Georgia Department of Public Health (DPH).

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SAKURA SUSHI & HIBACHI (Ball Ground Hwy, Ball Ground)Inspection Date: 10/08/26Inspection Type: InitialScore: 100Violatio...
10/15/2026

SAKURA SUSHI & HIBACHI (Ball Ground Hwy, Ball Ground)
Inspection Date: 10/08/26
Inspection Type: Initial
Score: 100

Violations Noted:

• No violations noted.

WELCOME TO BALL GROUND, SAKURA SUSHI & HIBACHI!

What a great way to start!

Sakura Sushi & Hibachi celebrated its soft opening yesterday, and we're happy to report that the restaurant earned a PERFECT 100 on its initial health inspection!

Starting a new restaurant is no small task, and opening with a perfect inspection score is certainly something worth celebrating.

Congratulations to the entire Sakura Sushi & Hibachi team, and welcome to the Ball Ground community!

We wish you continued success!

All scores come directly from the Georgia Department of Public Health (DPH).

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CAMPANIA (Reformation Pkwy, Canton)Inspection Date: 10/13/26Inspection Type: RoutineScore: 50Violations Noted:• The cert...
10/14/2026

CAMPANIA (Reformation Pkwy, Canton)
Inspection Date: 10/13/26
Inspection Type: Routine
Score: 50

Violations Noted:

• The certified food safety manager failed to demonstrate adequate oversight of food safety practices. Inspectors documented multiple critical violations with the potential to cause serious foodborne illness. (4 points)

• Employees handled ready-to-eat food with bare hands at the bar. A bartender also handled cash, credit cards, and dirty dishes without washing hands before handling food. A drink was served before corrective action could be taken. (9 points)

• Raw ground beef was stored in the same container as deli meats, with meat juices pooling at the bottom. Raw eggs were stored above ready-to-eat foods, and raw shrimp was stored above cooked chicken. Contaminated foods were discarded, and remaining items were rearranged. (9 points)

• Food debris was observed on the front and back of a deli slicer. The slicer was cleaned during the inspection. (4 points, repeat)

• The bar dishwasher was not dispensing chlorine sanitizer. The machine was primed, and all bar glassware was rewashed. (4 points)

• The sanitizer dispenser at the three-compartment sink was not working, leaving sanitizer buckets at 0 ppm. The dispenser was adjusted, and all buckets were replaced with properly mixed sanitizer. (4 points)

• Six knives were stored between a preparation sink and the wall instead of in a sanitary location. The knives were washed and moved to a knife strip. (4 points)

• Feta cheese was being held at 59°F because its container was stacked above another container rather than positioned properly inside the refrigerated prep unit. The feta was discarded. (9 points)

• Butter held without temperature control reached its four-hour discard deadline. The butter was discarded at 4 PM as required. (9 points, repeat)

• Several temperature-controlled foods prepared on previous days were stored without required date labels in prep coolers and the walk-in cooler. The affected foods were discarded. (4 points)

• Pomodoro and Alfredo sauces were cooling in large, deep, covered containers inside the walk-in cooler, preventing effective cooling. Both were moved to ice baths. (3 points)

• A bottle of Caesar dressing was stored directly inside a pan of lettuce, and a piping bag of ricotta cheese was stored directly in food at the pizza station. Both items were removed. (3 points)

• An employee was preparing food without a hair restraint, and at least four employees with beards longer than half an inch were handling food without beard guards. The violation was not corrected because the required restraints were unavailable. (3 points)

• Significant mold-like buildup was observed on food storage shelves inside the walk-in cooler. Cleaning was required. (1 point)

Inspection scores may not equal the total point deductions listed because multiple violations within the same category may only be deducted once, and repeat violations may carry additional weight.

All scores come directly from the Georgia Department of Public Health (DPH).

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Eat Safe — Weekly Roundup⠀Cherokee County | October 2–8, 2026⠀Here’s a look at restaurant inspections reported this week...
10/11/2026

Eat Safe — Weekly Roundup
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Cherokee County | October 2–8, 2026
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Here’s a look at restaurant inspections reported this week across Cherokee County.
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Top Scores ⭐
100 — McDonald's — Cu***ng Hwy, Canton
100 — Elite Edge Nutrition — Waleska St, Canton
99 — Arbor Cafe at Gibbs Gardens — Gibbs Dr, Ball Ground
97 — Firehouse Subs — Riverstone Pkwy, Canton
96 — Goin' Coastal — W Main St, Canton
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Solid Scores 👍
92 — Marco's Pizza — Eagle Dr, Woodstock
92 — K-POP BBQ — Parkside Ln, Woodstock
91 — Williamson Bros. BBQ — Marietta Hwy, Canton
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Needs Attention ⚠️
85 — Newk's Eatery — Cu***ng Hwy, Canton
85 — Wing Bowl & Wok Kitchen — Prominence Point Pkwy, Canton
82 — Keegans Public House — Buckhead Xing, Woodstock
82 — Brooklyn Joe's Pizza, Pasta and Grill — Cu***ng Hwy, Canton
58 — Taj Mahal Grill — Marietta Hwy, Canton
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All scores come directly from the Georgia Department of Public Health (DPH).
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FIREHOUSE SUBS (Riverstone Pkwy, Canton)Inspection Date: 10/08/26Inspection Type: RoutineScore: 97Violations Noted:• Foo...
10/10/2026

FIREHOUSE SUBS (Riverstone Pkwy, Canton)
Inspection Date: 10/08/26
Inspection Type: Routine
Score: 97

Violations Noted:

• Food was stored directly on the floor inside the walk-in cooler, and several cases of bottled drinks were stored on the floor behind the register. Food and beverages must be stored at least 6 inches above the floor to prevent contamination. (3 points)

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MARCOS PIZZA (Eagle Dr, Woodstock)Inspection Date: 10/07/26Inspection Type: RoutineScore: 92Violations Noted:• Buildup w...
10/10/2026

MARCOS PIZZA (Eagle Dr, Woodstock)
Inspection Date: 10/07/26
Inspection Type: Routine
Score: 92

Violations Noted:

• Buildup was observed on a food slicer in the main kitchen. The manager was unable to disassemble the slicer for cleaning, and arrangements were discussed to have it cleaned and sanitized as soon as possible. (4 points)

• Pizza sauce held at room temperature was missing the date and time documentation required by its approved variance. The sauce must be marked when removed from refrigeration, discarded within 24 hours, and not returned to refrigeration after being placed into service. The date was added during the inspection. (4 points)

All scores come directly from the Georgia Department of Public Health (DPH).

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WILLIAMSON BROS. BBQ (Marietta Hwy, Canton)Inspection Date: 10/08/26Inspection Type: RoutineScore: 91Violations Noted:• ...
10/09/2026

WILLIAMSON BROS. BBQ (Marietta Hwy, Canton)
Inspection Date: 10/08/26
Inspection Type: Routine
Score: 91

Violations Noted:

• Cooked ribs failed to cool to the required 70°F within 2 hours. At 3:04 PM, the ribs measured between 74°F and 95°F internally. They were overcrowded and stacked too high on trays in the walk-in freezer, preventing proper cooling. The affected ribs were discarded during the inspection. (9 points)

All scores come directly from the Georgia Department of Public Health (DPH).

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TAJ MAHAL GRILL (Marietta Hwy, Canton)Inspection Date: 10/08/26Inspection Type: RoutineScore: 58Violations Noted:• A tra...
10/09/2026

TAJ MAHAL GRILL (Marietta Hwy, Canton)
Inspection Date: 10/08/26
Inspection Type: Routine
Score: 58

Violations Noted:

• A tray of house-made bread dough containing whole milk was heavily covered in mold. The dough was discarded. (9 points)

• Raw chicken was stored above shell eggs, and raw lamb was stored above ready-to-eat sauces. Raw meats were moved to the bottom shelf to prevent cross-contamination. (9 points)

• The Certified Food Safety Manager was not properly overseeing food safety practices. Inspectors noted a lack of active managerial control and multiple critical violations that could contribute to foodborne illness. (4 points)

• No verifiable employee health reporting documentation was available for staff present during the inspection. Blank forms were available, but a manager signed one without reading it. (4 points)

• A potato peeler and multiple mixing and storage bowls were stored as clean despite visible food debris. The items were moved to the dishwashing area for cleaning. (4 points)

• Several temperature-controlled foods prepared on previous days were stored without required date labels. The affected foods were discarded. (4 points)

• Nearly all temperature-controlled foods in the walk-in cooler, along with additional foods in prep and reach-in coolers, were stored past their discard dates. The affected foods were discarded. (4 points)

• Several chemical spray bottles were unlabeled, and staff could not identify their contents. Unidentified chemicals were discarded, and others were labeled. (4 points)

• An employee was preparing food without a hair restraint, and a piece of hair was found in a pan of food. The food was discarded, and the employee put on a hairnet. (3 points)

• Heavy dust buildup was observed on a spice storage shelf, along with debris on food storage shelves inside the walk-in cooler. Cleaning was required. (1 point)

Inspection scores may not equal the total point deductions listed because multiple violations within the same category may only be deducted once, and repeat violations may carry additional weight.

All scores come directly from the Georgia Department of Public Health (DPH).

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KEEGANS PUBLIC HOUSE (Buckhead Xing, Woodstock)Inspection Date: 10/06/26Inspection Type: RoutineScore: 82Violations Note...
10/08/2026

KEEGANS PUBLIC HOUSE (Buckhead Xing, Woodstock)
Inspection Date: 10/06/26
Inspection Type: Routine
Score: 82

Violations Noted:

• A kitchen employee switched from handling raw food to ready-to-eat food without properly washing their hands. The employee washed their hands during the inspection. (9 points)

• A sanitizer bucket was blocking the handwashing sink in the bar area. The obstruction was removed to make the sink accessible. (4 points)

• Significant food residue and grease buildup were observed on a can opener near the walk-in cooler. Staff were instructed to increase cleaning frequency. (4 points)

• Dirty gaskets were observed on a reach-in cooler and required cleaning. (1 point)

All scores come directly from the Georgia Department of Public Health (DPH).

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