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WAFFLE HOUSE (S Cobb Dr SE, Smyrna)Inspection Date: 06/25/26Inspection Type: RoutineScore: 85Violations Noted:• Black an...
06/27/2026

WAFFLE HOUSE (S Cobb Dr SE, Smyrna)
Inspection Date: 06/25/26
Inspection Type: Routine
Score: 85

Violations Noted:

• Black and brown buildup was observed on the ice machine baffle. This was noted as a repeat violation. The ice machine was cleaned during the inspection. (4 points, repeat)

• The high-temperature dish machine was not reaching the required 165°F final rinse temperature for proper sanitization. The booster heater was adjusted, and the machine reached the correct temperature during the inspection. (4 points)

• Multiple temperature-controlled foods were cold holding above 41°F. The affected food items were discarded during the inspection. (9 points)

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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RED LOBSTER (Cobb Pkwy SE, Smyrna)Inspection Date: 06/25/26Inspection Type: RoutineScore: 92Violations Noted:• Flour and...
06/26/2026

RED LOBSTER (Cobb Pkwy SE, Smyrna)
Inspection Date: 06/25/26
Inspection Type: Routine
Score: 92

Violations Noted:

• Flour and seafood breading were stored uncovered in the main kitchen. The food items were covered during the inspection. (4 points)

• Black slime buildup was observed inside the ice machine along the ice chute. (4 points)

• Several food containers, including butter, scampi butter, oil, and seasonings, were stored without labels. All containers were labeled during the inspection. (3 points)

• Clean dishes were stacked while still wet. The dishes were rewashed, sanitized, and stored to air dry properly. (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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ORIENT EXPRESS (Paces Ferry Rd, Atlanta)Inspection Date: 06/25/26Inspection Type: RoutineScore: 91Violations Noted:• Tem...
06/26/2026

ORIENT EXPRESS (Paces Ferry Rd, Atlanta)
Inspection Date: 06/25/26
Inspection Type: Routine
Score: 91

Violations Noted:

• Temperature-controlled foods in prep units, reach-in coolers, the walk-in cooler, and the sushi prep area were holding above 41°F. Affected foods were discarded, moved to properly functioning coolers, or placed on ice to rapidly return to safe temperatures. (9 points)

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FIVE GUYS BURGERS AND FRIES (East-West Connector, Austell)Inspection Date: 06/25/26Inspection Type: RoutineScore: 96Viol...
06/26/2026

FIVE GUYS BURGERS AND FRIES (East-West Connector, Austell)
Inspection Date: 06/25/26
Inspection Type: Routine
Score: 96

Violations Noted:

• Sliced cheese and cooked bacon were stored uncovered and exposed to potential contamination. All food was covered during the inspection. (4 points)

• Pink and black buildup was observed inside the ice machine on the interior deflector. The ice was discarded, and the ice machine was cleaned and sanitized during the inspection. (4 points)

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.

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DOLLY’S HOME COOKING (Austell Rd, Austell)Inspection Date: 06/25/26Inspection Type: RoutineScore: 84Violations Noted:• M...
06/26/2026

DOLLY’S HOME COOKING (Austell Rd, Austell)
Inspection Date: 06/25/26
Inspection Type: Routine
Score: 84

Violations Noted:

• Multiple temperature-controlled foods were holding above 41°F in prep coolers. Margarine was discarded, while other items were rapidly cooled after staff confirmed they had been out of temperature for less than two hours. (9 points)

• Multiple hot-held foods on the steam table were below the required 135°F minimum. All affected foods were discarded during the inspection. (9 points)

• House-made coleslaw and potato salad, along with expired liquid eggs and sour cream, were kept past their safe use dates. This was noted as a repeat violation. All expired items were discarded. (4 points, repeat)

• House-made mashed potatoes, chicken salad, and chicken salad sauce were missing required date labels. All items were date marked during the inspection. (4 points)

• The prep-top cooler had broken door hinges and was not maintaining safe cold-holding temperatures. All temperature-controlled foods were removed, and the unit must be repaired before being used again. (2 points)

• Push carts and the walk-in cooler floor had heavy accumulations of dirt and food debris. (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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A. G. RHODES COBB HEALTH & REHAB (Wylie Rd SE, Marietta)Inspection Date: 06/25/26Inspection Type: RoutineScore: 84Violat...
06/26/2026

A. G. RHODES COBB HEALTH & REHAB (Wylie Rd SE, Marietta)
Inspection Date: 06/25/26
Inspection Type: Routine
Score: 84

Violations Noted:

• Handwashing sinks on the 1st, 2nd, and 3rd floor country kitchens were being used to wash utensils. The utensils were removed during the inspection. (4 points)

• Liquid eggs, butter, shredded cheese, and heavy whipping cream were left on countertops instead of being held at 41°F or below. All items were discarded during the inspection. (9 points)

• Warmer cabinets in the front service kitchen were holding foods below 135°F. This was noted as a repeat violation. Pork chops were reheated, while hamburgers and hot dogs were discarded. (9 points, repeat)

• Employee food and drinks were stored in food service areas, including a warmer cabinet and reach-in cooler. The items were discarded during the inspection. (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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MR. TOMBSTONE’S COFFEE EMPORIUM (Chastain Rd NW, Kennesaw)Inspection Date: 06/25/26Inspection Type: RoutineScore: 100No ...
06/26/2026

MR. TOMBSTONE’S COFFEE EMPORIUM (Chastain Rd NW, Kennesaw)
Inspection Date: 06/25/26
Inspection Type: Routine
Score: 100

No violations noted.

Back-to-back perfect 100s for Mr. Tombstone’s Coffee Emporium. Consistently earning top marks is a great sign of a strong food safety culture. Great job to the team!

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

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LA CARRETA (Roswell Rd, Marietta)Inspection Date: 06/24/26Inspection Type: RoutineScore: 95Violations Noted:• A wiping c...
06/26/2026

LA CARRETA (Roswell Rd, Marietta)
Inspection Date: 06/24/26
Inspection Type: Routine
Score: 95

Violations Noted:

• A wiping cloth was stored in a sanitizer bucket with no detectable chlorine. The sanitizer solution was remade to the proper 100 ppm concentration during the inspection. (3 points)

• Scoop handles were resting directly in containers of rice and black beans. This was noted as a repeat violation. The utensils were stored properly during the inspection. (1 point, repeat)

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

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LEMON GRASS THAI RESTAURANT (Roswell Rd, Marietta)Inspection Date: 06/24/26Inspection Type: RoutineScore: 91Violations N...
06/26/2026

LEMON GRASS THAI RESTAURANT (Roswell Rd, Marietta)
Inspection Date: 06/24/26
Inspection Type: Routine
Score: 91

Violations Noted:

• Peanut sauce, mushrooms, and peanuts were stored uncovered in the main kitchen. All items were covered during the inspection. (4 points)

• Peanut sauce, chili sauce, soy sauce, and chili powder were stored in unlabeled containers. All items were labeled during the inspection. (3 points)

• Clean pans were stacked while still wet. The pans were rewashed, sanitized, and stored to air dry properly. (1 point)

• The mechanical dishwasher’s chlorine sanitizer concentration was below the required 50 ppm minimum. (1 point)

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

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WILLY’S MEXICANA GRILL (Atlanta Rd, Smyrna)Inspection Date: 06/24/26Inspection Type: RoutineScore: 91Violations Noted:• ...
06/26/2026

WILLY’S MEXICANA GRILL (Atlanta Rd, Smyrna)
Inspection Date: 06/24/26
Inspection Type: Routine
Score: 91

Violations Noted:

• Sour cream, pico, corn, diced tomatoes, and individual cups of sour cream and pico were cold holding above 41°F. Items were replaced or discarded during the inspection. (9 points)

• Seasoned rice was hot holding below 135°F in a warmer cabinet. The rice was discarded during the inspection. (9 points)

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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