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Grazing Here DBA Graze and Co, located at 2850 54 HWY in Peachtree City, received a score of 43 points out of a possible 100 points during their 10/27/2025 inspection by the Georgia Department of Public Health.
The violations noted by the inspector were:
Violation #1:
1-2A – pic present, demonstrates knowledge, performs duties
511-6-1.03(2)(a)-(n)(p),(q) – responsibility of pic (pf)
Points: 4
Corrected during inspection?: No
Repeat: No
Inspector Notes: Observed that there were many foodborne illness and public health intervention violations including no certified food safety manager, hand washing, holding temperatures, and date marking, among other vioaltions, during the inspection. CA: It is the responsibility of the person-in-charge to address and prevent violations as they occur to ensure that no imminent health hazards or public health safety issues arise.
Violation #2:
1-2B – certified food protection manager
511-6-1.03(3)(a) – food safety manager certification (pf)
Points: 4
Corrected during inspection?: No
Repeat: No
Inspector Notes: Observed that the unit does not have, or is unable to provide evidence of, a certified food safety manager for this unit. CA: Facility shall have in its employ a Certified Food Safety Manager (CFSM) to ensure food safety is being managed within the food service establishment during all hours of operation.
Violation #3:
2-1B – hands clean and properly washed
511-6-1.03(5)(c) – when to wash (p)
Points: 9
Corrected during inspection?: Yes
Repeat: No
Inspector Notes: Observed employees working with ready-to-eat food, changing tasks, then returning to working with food without washing their hands (wiping counters, handing orders out/taking orders in, handling raw food). COS. Employees cleared hand sink, washed hands, then returned to work. CA: Employees shall wash their hands after changing tasks or engaging in activities that may contaminate the hands.
Violation #4:
2-2B – proper eating, tasting, drinking, or tobacco use
511-6-1.03(5)(k)1&2 – eating, drinking, or using tobacco (c)
Points: 4
Corrected during inspection?: Yes
Repeat: Yes
Inspector Notes: Observed employee drinks stored in bottles that were stored with and above food and food contact surfaces. COS. Removed. CA: Employee drinks shall be stored in single-use cups with a lid and a straw and shall be handled to prevent contamination.
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: Yes
Inspector Notes: Observed that many bus tubs of food and hotel pans of food were stored in front of the hand sink, making it inaccessible (picture attached). COS. Moved. CA: Hand sinks shall be kept clear and accessible at all times.
Violation #6:
3-1C – food in good condition, safe, and unadulterated
511-6-1.04(3)(e) – package integrity (pf)
Points: 9
Corrected during inspection?: No
Repeat: No
Inspector Notes: Base violation: Observed a large quantity of dented cans. COS. Counted at least 7 dented cans at which point staff was informed to go through all cans and remove dented cans. CA: Packages shall be in good condition to protect the integrity of the food.
Violation #7:
3-1C – food in good condition, safe, and unadulterated
511-6-1.04(1) – safe, unadulterated and honestly presented (p)
Points: 9
Corrected during inspection?: Yes
Repeat: No
Inspector Notes: Observed that there were leaks coming from several points in the ceiling, observed that as food was stored and being moved to be prepared, water leaking in from the ceiling would drip into the food, and food was then served immediately or cooked then served, depending on the items (pictures and videos attached). COS. Food was discarded. CA: Food shall be safe and unadulterated.
Violation #8:
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?: Yes
Repeat: Yes
Inspector Notes: Observed cold TCS food stored above 41 F (tomatoes, lettuce, blanched fries, chicken wings). COS. To be discarded upon returning to base. CA: TCS food that uses cold holding as a control for safety shall be held at 41 F or below.
Violation #9:
6-1B – proper hot holding temperatures
511-6-1.04(6)(f) – time/temperature control for safety; hot holding (p)
Points: 9
Corrected during inspection?: Yes
Repeat: No
Inspector Notes: Observed TCS food using hot holding as a control for safety that is held below 135 F (chicken, hot dogs). COS. To be discarded upon returning to the base. CA: TCS food that uses hot holding as a control for safety shall be held at 135 F or higher.
Violation #10:
6-2 – proper date marking and disposition
511-6-1.04(6)(h) – ready-to-eat time/temperature control for safety food, disposition (p)
Points: 4
Corrected during inspection?: Yes
Repeat: No
Inspector Notes: Observed food stored past the discard date (blanched fries made on October 20, 2025). COS. Not to be used and will be discarded upon returning to the base. CA: Prepared TCS food and opened, manufactured TCS food shall not be held beyond 7 days with the day of preparation being day 1.
Violation #11:
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 that major food allergens signage was not posted. CA: Facility 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 #12:
12A – contamination prevented during food preparation, storage, display
511-6-1.04(4)(q) – food storage (c)
Points: 3
Corrected during inspection?: No
Repeat: Yes
Inspector Notes: Observed food, beyond what was being brought through the leaking ceiling, was stored under leaks and in/under/in front of sinks where the food was exposed to splash; observed food stored outside; observed containers of food nesting/stacked, where the bottom of the container of one food touches the top of the food in the container under it (picture attached). CA: Food shall be stored at least 6 inches off of the floor and in a manner that protects food from contamination.
Violation #13:
12C – wiping cloths: properly used and stored
511-6-1.04(4)(m) – wiping cloths, use limitation (c)
Points: 3
Corrected during inspection?: Yes
Repeat: No
Inspector Notes: Observed wet wiping cloths stored on counters. COS. Placed into sanitizer solution. CA: Wet wiping cloths shall be stored in sanitizer solution between uses that is at the appropriate concentration.
Violation #14:
13A – posted: permit/inspection/choking poster/handwashing
511-6-1.02(1)(d) – displaying of the inspection report (c)
Points: 1
Corrected during inspection?: No
Repeat: No
Inspector Notes: Observed that the inspection report was not posted. CA: The most recent inspection report shall be posted where it is readable within 1 foot.
Violation #15:
13A – posted: permit/inspection/choking poster/handwashing
511-6-1.02(1)(f)(1) – permit, displayed (c)
Points: 1
Corrected during inspection?: No
Repeat: No
Inspector Notes: Observed that the permit was not displayed in public view. CA: The food service permit shall be displayed in public view.
Violation #16:
14C – single-use/single-service articles: properly stored, used
511-6-1.05(10)(e)1&3 – single-service/single-use items stored 6″ off floor in clean, dry location (c)
Points: 1
Corrected during inspection?: Yes
Repeat: No
Inspector Notes: Observed single-use containers stored upright without overhead protection outside and observed that the bulk container of single-use containers was stored on the ground and was dirty and wet. COS. To be discarded upon returning to the base. CA: Single-use items shall be properly protected from contamination.
Violation #17:
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 water leaking from the ceiling in several locations; water heavily dripping from the AC, dripping from infront of the fire supression hood that drips onto the grill, and from the lights (pictures and videos attached). CA: Facility shall be maintained in a state of good repair.
Violation #18:
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: No
Inspector Notes: Base violation:Observed damaged ceiling tiles and ceiling tiles with accumulation of grease and debris on them. CA: Facility shall be thoroughly cleaned and cleaning frequency shall be enough to prevent accumulation of debris; facility shall be maintained in a state of good repair.
Violation #19:
17D – adequate ventilation and lighting; designated areas used
511-6-1.07(4)(b) – designated areas for employee activity, located to prevent contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens, & single service articles (c)
Points: 1
Corrected during inspection?: No
Repeat: No
Inspector Notes: Base violation: Observed personal belongings stored with and above food and food-contact surfaces. COS. Items moved. CA: Employee belongings and activities shall be in designated locations that prevent contamination.
Violation #20:
17D – adequate ventilation and lighting; designated areas used
511-6-1.07(3)(h) – dressing areas and lockers, designated and provided (c)
Points: 1
Corrected during inspection?: Yes
Repeat: No
Inspector Notes: Observed employee belongings (back packs and phones) stored with and above food and food contact surfaces (pictures attached). COS. Moved. CA: Employee belongings and activities shall be in designated locations that prevent contamination of food and food contact surfaces.
Violation #21:
18 – insects, rodents, and animals not present
511-6-1.07(2)(m) – outer openings protected (c)
Points: 3
Corrected during inspection?: No
Repeat: No
Inspector Notes: Observed that service windows were left open and that back door was left propped open by engaging the lock on the door. COS. Closed. CA: Exterior openings shall be self-closing and tight-fitting other otherwise protected to prevent pest entry.
Additional remarks:
Due to the facility receiving an unsatisfactory score, the facility shall receive a reinspection within the next 10 business days. The department requests that a risk control plan be conducted with the facility to discuss long term compliance. Contact the inspector to schedule this.
All pictures and videos attached.
As the food from the unit had to be discarded due to temperature and contamination violations, the unit voluntarily discontinued service and left before the report was finished. Report emailed to the person-in-charge.
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