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Swapna Indian Cuisine, located at 2655 Cobb Pkwy SE, Atlanta, GA 30339, received a score of 68 points out of a possible 100 points during their 07/24/2026 inspection by the Georgia Department of Public Health.
The violations noted by the inspector were:
Violation #1:
1-2B – certified food protection manager
511-6-1.03(3)(c) – certification documentation (pf)
Points: 4
Corrected during inspection?: No
Repeat: Yes
Inspector Notes: Facility has no certified food safety manager (CFSM) certificate posted in public view and facility has no additional copies of the CFSM on file for health authority review C/A: The original CFSM certificate shall be posted in public view in each food service establishment. An additional copy shall be retained on file at the food service establishment at all times, and shall be made available for inspection by the Health Authority.
Violation #2:
2-1C – no bare hand contact with ready-to-eat foods or approved alternate method properly followed
511-6-1.04(4)(a)1,2,3,4(i) – preventing contamination from hands (p), (pf), (c)
Points: 9
Corrected during inspection?: Yes
Repeat: No
Inspector Notes: Observed a food employee remove ready to eat naan bread from the tandoori oven, place it on a prep table, and slice the naan bread with their bare hands. C/A: food employees shall not contact exposed, ready-to-eat food with their bare hands and shall use suitable utensils such as deli tissue, spatulas, tongs, single-use gloves, or dispensing equipment. COS: naan discarded; replacement naan handles with gloves
Violation #3:
2-2D – adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible
511-6-1.07(3)(b) – hand drying provision (pf)
Points: 4
Corrected during inspection?: No
Repeat: No
Inspector Notes: Observed no paper towels or any other approved hand drying method at the hand sink located in the main kitchen area. C/A:Each handwashing sink or group of adjacent handwashing sinks shall be provided with: 1. Individual, disposable towels; Pf 2. A continuous towel system that supplies the user with a clean towel; Pf 3. A heated-air hand drying device; Pf or 4. A hand drying device that employs an air-knife system that delivers high velocity, pressurized air at ambient temperatures. C/A
Violation #4:
2-2D – adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible
511-6-1.06(2)(c) – handwashing sinks, installation (pf, c)
Points: 4
Corrected during inspection?: No
Repeat: No
Inspector Notes: Observed the hottest temperature for the both hand sinks at 74F, per PIC the hot water valve leaks so they intentionally leave the hot water off. C/A: A handwashing sink shall be equipped to provide tempered water at a temperature of at least 85ºF (29.4 ºC) through a mixing valve or combination faucet. NOTE: hot water was momentarily turned on and then turned off and was off for the remainder of the inspection
Violation #5:
2-2D – adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible
511-6-1.06(2)(o) – using a handwashing sink- operation & maintenance (pf)
Points: 4
Corrected during inspection?: Yes
Repeat: No
Inspector Notes: 1) Observed ice dumped in the hand sink directly in front of the bulk ice machine, observed employee fill a pitcher in this hand sink as well. 2) Observed a second employee fill a container of water in the hand sink located in the main kitchen. C/A: A handwashing facility may not be used for purposes other than handwashing COS: ice removed, discussed code provision with PIC
Violation #6:
4-2A – food stored covered
511-6-1.04(4)(c)1(iv) – packaged & unpackaged food, food stored covered(c)
Points: 4
Corrected during inspection?: No
Repeat: Yes
Inspector Notes: Observed TCS foods (cooked chicken, diced tomatoes, raw chicken) and spices stored uncovered throughout facility in prep bottom (x2), WIC, counter tops above prep top units and food prep table, and countertops on ice. C/A-All food stored shall be covered to protect from overhead contamination.
Violation #7:
10D – food properly labeled; original container
511-6-1.04(7)(d) – other forms of information (c)
Points: 3
Corrected during inspection?: No
Repeat: No
Inspector Notes: Observed no allergen disclosure on the menu or the food labels for the items served in the buffet area. C/A: The permit holder shall notify consumers by written notification of the presence of major food allergens as an ingredient in unpackaged food items that are served or sold to the consumer.
Violation #8:
15A – food and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, and used
511-6-1.05(6)(q)1&3 – good repair & calibration (c)
Points: 1
Corrected during inspection?: No
Repeat: No
Inspector Notes: Observed prep top #1 (directly in front of the stove top) located in the main kitchen with an ambient of 56F. C/A: Ambient air temperature, water pressure, and water temperature measuring devices shall be maintained in good repair and be accurate within the intended range of use. NOTE: TCS items held in ice baths to maintain cold holding food temperatures of 41F or below
Violation #9:
18 – insects, rodents, and animals not present
511-6-1.07(2)(m) – outer openings protected (c)
Points: 3
Corrected during inspection?: Yes
Repeat: No
Inspector Notes: Observed the back door to the main kitchen area propped open with a rock, back door did not have a mesh screen, air curtain or any other effective means of preventing pest entry. C/A: outer openings of a food service establishment shall be protected against the entry of insects and rodents by: (i) Filling or closing holes and other gaps along floors, walls, and ceilings; (ii) Closed, tight-fitting windows; and (iii) Solid, self-closing, tight-fitting doors. 2. The requirements in paragraph 1 of this subsection does not apply if a food service establishment opens into a larger structure, such as a mall, airport, or office building, or into an attached structure, such as a porch, and the outer openings from the larger or attached structure are protected against the entry of insects and rodents. 3. Exterior doors used as exits need not be self-closing if they are: (i) Solid and tight-fitting; (ii) Designated for use only when an emergency exists, by the fire protection authority that has jurisdiction over the food establishment; and (iii) Limited-use so they are not used for entrance or exit from the building for purposes other than the designated emergency exit use. 4. Except as specified in paragraphs 2 and 5 of this subsection, if the windows or doors of a food service establishment, or of a larger structure within which a food service establishment is located, are kept open for ventilation or other purposes or a temporary food service establishment is not provided with windows and doors as specified under paragraph 1 of this subsection, the openings shall be protected against the entry of insects and rodents by: (i) 16 mesh to 1 inch (16 mesh to 25.4 mm) screens; (ii) Properly designed and installed air curtains to control flying insects; or (iii) Other effective means. COS: door closed; discussed ensuring door it kept closed
Violation #10:
18 – insects, rodents, and animals not present
511-6-1.07(5)(k) – controlling pests (pf, c)
Points: 3
Corrected during inspection?: No
Repeat: No
Inspector Notes: observed several live roaches (one on the plastic rap on the counter, two in the dry storage area, one in the ware washing area) and multiple dead roaches (mostly in the ware washing area and back door to the main kitchen) in the main kitchen area. C/A: The presence of insects, rodents, and other pests shall be controlled to minimize their presence on the premises by: 1. Routinely inspecting incoming shipments of food and supplies; 2. Routinely inspecting the premises for evidence of pests; 3. Using methods, if pests are found, such as trapping devices or other means of pest control as specified under subsections (6)(e), (6)(m), and (6)(n) of this Rule; Pf and 4. Eliminating harborage conditions. NOTE: EHS advised facility contact a pest control
Additional remarks:
-monitor date marking and designated areas.
-ensure employee health policy is readily available for health authority review
Routine inspection conducted due to complaint received; see complaint.
EHS provided allergen disclose information from the Georgia Food code interpretation manual and allergen hand out (in english and spanish) via email. EHS also provided business card to facility.
NOTE: Bulk ice machine and drink machine not in use during the time of inspection.
Facility will have a mandatory re-inspection within 10 calendar days, on or before August 3rd, 2026.
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