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Lucky China 8, located at 733 Joseph E. Boone Blvd NW, Atlanta, GA 30314, received a score of 59 points out of a possible 100 points during their 09/14/2026 inspection by the Georgia Department of Public Health.
The violations noted by the inspector were:
Violation #1:
3-1C – food in good condition, safe, and unadulterated
511-6-1.04(3)(e) – package integrity (pf)
Points: 9
Corrected during inspection?: Yes
Repeat: No
Inspector Notes: Observed several dented cans in dry storage area COS: Food that failed to be in good condition were discarded. Food packages shall be in good condition and protect the integrity of the contents so that the food is not exposed to adulteration or potential contaminants.
Violation #2:
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?: Yes
Repeat: Yes
Inspector Notes: Observed containers of uncovered shrimp eggrolls, Carrots, soy sauces, heads of cabbage inside reach-in cooler; observed containers of food items uncovered in reach-in freezer; COS:Food items were coved when directed. cover and protect food from contamination Except as specified under paragraph 2. of this subsection and when cooling as specified in DPH Rule 511-6-1-.04(6)(e)2.(ii), storing the food in packages, covered containers, or wrappings, except for loosely covered or uncovered containers in which food is being cooled if protected from overhead contamination;
Violation #3:
4-2B – food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
511-6-1.05(7)(a)1 – equipment, food-contact surfaces,& utensils (pf)
Points: 4
Corrected during inspection?: No
Repeat: No
Inspector Notes: observed both microwave with food debris in the unit and meat slicer with food debris on the blade and slicer. once the slicer was observed EHS further inquired when the slicer was used and the Owner stated that the slicer has not been used in a weeks time. CA: 511-6-1.05(7)(a)1 – Equipment, Food-Contact Surfaces,& Utensils (Pf) (7) Cleaning of Equipment and Utensils. (a) Equipment, Food-Contact Surfaces, and Utensils. 1. Equipment food-contact surfaces and utensils shall be clean to sight and touch. Pf.
Violation #4:
6-1A – proper cold holding temperatures
511-6-1.04(6)(f) – time/temperature control for safety; cold holding (p)
Points: 9
Corrected during inspection?: No
Repeat: Yes
Inspector Notes: Observed shrimp stored in prep top cooler in the main kitchen stored at 43 degrees Fahrenheit; observed Spring rolls stored in the RIC below second prep top cooler of the main kitchen stored 47 degrees Fahrenheit. the ambient temp of the RIC cooler indicated 49 degrees. COS: Food items were moved from the unit and discarded. all food stored for cold holding shall be stored at 41degrees F or below
Violation #5:
6-2 – proper date marking and disposition
511-6-1.04(6)(g) – ready-to-eat time/temperature control for safety food, date marking (pf)
Points: 4
Corrected during inspection?: No
Repeat: Yes
Inspector Notes: Observed several food items without proper datemarking on the containers. The Food items found (fried Chicken, eggrolls etc.) did have the prep date, but lacked a discard date on the food items. CA: Except when packaging food using a reduced oxygen packaging method, and except as specified in paragraphs 5 and 6 of this subsection, refrigerated, ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared and held in a food establishment for more than 24 hours shall be clearly marked to indicate the date or day by which the food shall be consumed on the premises, sold, or discarded, when held at a temperature of 41°F (5°C) or below for a maximum of 7 days. The day of preparation shall be counted as Day 1. Pf
Violation #6:
14C – single-use/single-service articles: properly stored, used
511-6-1.05(6)(r) – single-service/single-use articles, use limitations (c)
Points: 1
Corrected during inspection?: Yes
Repeat: No
Inspector Notes: observed several food seasoning containers (flower, pepper, and other spices) with spoons and plastic bowls stored in the seasoning. each single used item was found partially submerged in the seasoning it was stored in. COS: PIC removed all each item for them to be discarded. 511-6-1.05(6)(r) – Single-Service/Single-Use Articles, Use Limitations (C) (r) Single-Service and Single-Use Articles, Use Limitation. 1. Single-service and single-use articles may not be reused.
Violation #7:
15A – food and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, and used
511-6-1.05(6)(a) – good repair & proper adjustment (c)
Points: 1
Corrected during inspection?: No
Repeat: Yes
Inspector Notes: Reach-in freezer observed unable to maintain adequate cold-holding temperature; CA- REPAIR/SERVICE unit and provide sufficient refrigeration capacity. 511-6-1.05(6)(a) – Good Repair & Proper Adjustment (C) (6) Maintenance and Operation. (a) Good Repair and Proper Adjustment. 1. Equipment shall be maintained in a state of repair and condition that meets the requirements specified under subsections (1) and (2)of this Rule. 2. Equipment components such as doors, seals, hinges, fasteners, and kick plates shall be kept intact, tight, and adjusted in accordance with manufacturer’s specifications. 3. Cutting or piercing parts of can openers shall be kept sharp to minimize the creation of metal fragments that can contaminate food when the container is opened. (a) Cooling, Heating, and Holding Capacities. Equipment for cooling and heating food, and holding cold and hot food, shall be sufficient in number and capacity to provide food temperatures as specified under DPH Rule 511-6-1-.04. Pf
Violation #8:
15C – nonfood-contact surfaces clean
511-6-1.05(7)(d) – nonfood-contact surfaces (c)
Points: 1
Corrected during inspection?: No
Repeat: Yes
Inspector Notes: Observed grease accumulation on filters under vent hood; food residue and debris on door handles, door gaskets, exterior of condiments containers, exterior of fryer CA: Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be cleaned at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil residues. 511-6-1.05(7)(d) – Nonfood-Contact Surfaces (C) (d) Nonfood-Contact Surfaces. Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be cleaned at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil residues.
Violation #9:
17C – physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean
511-6-1.07(5)(a),(b) – good repair, physical facilities maintained; cleaning, frequency & restrictions, cleaned often enough to keep them clean (c)
Points: 1
Corrected during inspection?: No
Repeat: Yes
Inspector Notes: Observed physical facilities missing ceiling tiles throughout the main kitchen, the ceiling exposed cardboard and other gaps in the ceilings and flooring broken and replaced with wood in the backdoor area. CA: 511-6-1.07(5)(a),(b) – Good Repair, physical facilities maintained; Cleaning, Frequency & Restrictions, cleaned often enough to keep them clean (C) (5) Maintenance and Operation. (a) Good Repair. All physical facilities shall be maintained in good repair.
Violation #10:
18 – insects, rodents, and animals not present
511-6-1.07(2)(m) – outer openings protected (c)
Points: 3
Corrected during inspection?: No
Repeat: Yes
Inspector Notes: Observed Front exterior door open with gaps around temporary screens; observed holes in the door frame of the back door of kitchen area large enough to allow pest of all kinds access to the establishment; CA- the back door and door frame needs to be replaced to prevent any pest from entering the building, and the front door should remain closed if they can not find a screen protector that closes all gaps. CA: 511-6-1.07(2)(m) – Outer Openings Protected (C)
Violation #11:
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 large roaches throughout the main kitchen and storage space (both some alive and dead). CA: PIC was advised to have the facility deeply cleaned and serviced by pest control company at a more frequent rate that the monthly rate they are currently getting serviced at.
Additional remarks:
Refused to sign
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