The health inspection world grades a score below 70 as failing, and one restaurant did receive a failing score from May 6-10.
Red Shark, 2574 Tobacco Road, Hephzibah received the lowest score of 62. Inspector’s comments included: “observed food debris build-up on walls, equipment, and racks in WIC” and “observed majority of food uncovered in RIC.”
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Other inspector’s comments included: “observed no certified food protection manager,” “observed employee come back in the kitchen and only rinse hands in prep sink,” “observed no employee health agreements for multiple employees,” “observed food out of cold holding temp in RIC and WIC,” and “observed food stored on floor in WIF.”
The second lowest score was a 75, and it was received by First Watch, 630 Crane Creek Drive Suite 405, Augusta. Inspector’s comments included: “observed no employee health agreements for some of the working employees,” “observed no cover over bacon & biscuits on cooling rack next to service line,” “observed salmon in prep top cooler & cut lettuce in reach-in cooler above 41F for cold holding,” “observed multiple employees wearing watches while preparing food & cleaning cutting boards,” “observed cups being used as scoops in sugar & cinnamon,” “observed wet nesting of dishes being stored and dried,” and “observed mop being stored head down in mop sink.”
A score of 80 was the third lowest score, which was received by Red Roof Inn, 3030 Washington Road, Augusta (food service). Inspector’s comments included: “no CFSM for establishment at time of inspection; must have in place by July 2024; CFSM certificate must be posted in public view,” “utensils must be washed, rinsed, sanitized; PIC described procedure without sanitize steps (inspector instructed employee on proper dish procedure),” “cold foods must be maintained at 41F and below,” and “there was not a suitable thermometer provided and/or readily accessible to measure the internal temperatures of food; no thermometer to monitor the ambient temperature of coolers.”
Top of the class
These are the businesses in Richmond and Columbia counties that passed recent inspections between May 6 and May 10 with scores of 100. There were no health violations for these businesses.
- Circle K #5586/Blimpie/Hot Stuff, 1825 Appling Harlem Highway, Appling
- Home 2 Suites by Hilton Grovetown Augusta Area, 903 Husk Box Way, Grovetown
- Grandaddy’s Kitchen, 6008 Clarks Hill Road, Appling
- Magnolia Station, 3047 Parkridge Drive, Grovetown (pool)
- Burger King #5334, 3201 Peach Orchard Road, Augusta
- Jackie Middle School, 3308 Milledgeville Road, Augusta
- Augusta Country Club pool, 655 Milledge Road, Augusta
- Augusta Country Club wading pool, 655 Milledge Road, Augusta
- Brookstone Condominiums at Rae’s Creek pool, 1250 Brookstone Way, Augusta
- Fox Creek Villas, 2600 Fox Creek Drive, Augusta (pool)
- Mason Flowing Wells Apartments (pool)
- Country Hearth Inn & Suites (pool)
- Country Inn & Suites Pool, 103 Sherwood Drive, Augusta
- Home 2 Suites, 3606 Exchange Way, Augusta (pool)
“A” scores
These businesses received an “A” rating (99-90) in their recent inspection between May 6-10.
- Smokeshow Restaurant, 4275 Washington Road, Evans: 98
- Krystal Restaurants, LLC, 1555 Walton Way, Augusta: 98
- Chick-fil-A of Peach Orchard Road, 3130 Peach Orchard Road, Augusta: 96
- Zack’s Wings and Seafood, 4104 Windsor Spring Road, Hephzibah: 96
- Oak Restaurant & Lounge, 1505 North Leg Road Unit A, Augusta: 96
- Sonic Drive-In, 2505 Tobacco Road, Hephzibah: 95
- McDonald’s, 2508 Tobacco Road, Hephzibah: 95
- Salvation Army Kitchen, 1384 Greene Street, Augusta: 95
- Homewood Suites, 312 Timbercreek Lane, Augusta: 95
- Soul Food with Cassandra, 1926 Kristi Way, Hephzibah: 94
- Applebee’s Neighborhood Grill & Bar, 2125 Windsor Spring Road, Augusta: 94
- Masters Inn, 3027 Washington Road, Augusta: 94
- Home 2 Suites Augusta, 3606 Exchange Lane, Augusta (food service): 92
- Subway #3824, 1569 Walton Way, Augusta: 91
- Santa, LLC, DBA Subway, 4104 Windsor Spring Road, Hephzibah: 91
- Hampton Inn- Gordon Highway, 2171 Gordon Highway, Augusta (Food Service): 90
- Infinite Delights BC+E, 2906 Peach Orchard Road, Augusta: 90
Scores of 89 or lower
These businesses received a score of 89 or lower in their recent inspection between May 6-10. Inspector’s comments are included.
- Savjes Enterprises, LLC DBA Finish Line Café, 3960 Wrightsboro Road, Augusta: 88
Inspector’s comments: “observed cooking oil being stored on the floor,” “observed expired test strips for sanitizer,” “observed standing water under the counter at the bar,” “observed the dumpster door left open,” “observed debris and dust build-up throughout the kitchen and on vents,” and “observed gnats and flies throughout the kitchen area.”
- Comfort Suites, 2911 Riverwest Drive, Augusta (Food Service): 87
Inspector’s comments: “Observed cold foods held above 41F (eggs, shredded cheese in display cooler),” “post most recent inspection,” and “cabinets need repair; must be smooth, easily cleanable; shelves should be installed with 6” clearance between floor and bottom shelf.”
- Jamaica Way, 2650 Tobacco Road, Hephzibah: 85
Inspector’s comments: “observed mold build-up in ice maker,” “observed dishes being washed rinsed and sanitized in only one compartment of 3-compartment sink,” and “observed food in WIC not being held below 41F.”
- Suburban, 1052 Claussen Road, Augusta: 85
Inspector’s comments: “water temperature 130F in 111, 127F in 239; should not exceed 120F. Temperature in 228, 323 was 100F and 93F; should be 100F by building code,” “ice buckets must be free from residues; should be cleaned in two-compartment sink (advise installing sink in housekeeping for this use),” “repair: ceiling damage in 239 (was told this is recurring problem), tile in 220; walls in bathroom should be cleanable finish, not flat (room 239, 242, 323, 330),” and “clean inside cabinets, microwaves; continue to replace rusted appliances.”
- Roadway Inn, 2926 Peach Orchard Road, Augusta: 85
Inspector’s comments: “need gas inspection paperwork for water heaters and dryer,” “ice buckets must be free from residues: should be cleaned (washed, rinsed, airdried) in two-compartment sink (in housekeeping),” “clean shower curtains, floors (corners, floor/wall juncture),” and “clean microwaves (inside/top) A/C filters, refrigerators. Walls due for detailed/deep cleaning.”
- Mr. Pepperoni, LLC DBA Bambino’s, 3706 Mike Padgett Highway, Augusta: 81
Inspector’s comments: “observed no cover on food in lower section of PTC,” “observed no sanitizer in sanitizer bucket or sink,” “observed cheese and deli meat in RIC not being held below 41F,” “observed chemicals being stored in sink and racks with food serving items,” “observed scoops in dry food goods, had no handles and handles in food,” “observed mops not hung up to air dry,” and “observed screen door with holes and cannot close all the way.”
- Chef JK Korean BBQ Master, 4437 Washington Road, Evans: 80
Inspector’s comments: “there was no designated PIC in establishment during the inspection,” “observed several food contact cleaning/sanitizing issues: slicer, 3-compartment sink in use without sanitizer, places stored under handwashing supplies,” “observed several items not being held at proper cold holding temperature,” and “observed meats being improperly thawed.”
- Captain D’s #3798, 1645 Gordon Highway, Augusta: 80
Inspector’s comments: “observed food stored for hot holding uncovered,” “observed coleslaw cold held at 44 degrees F,” “observed fish hot held at 122 degrees F,” “observed employees preparing food with no hair restraints,” “observed scoops stored inside product,” “observed dishes stacked wet,” and “observed employee wash single-use gloves.”
Inspections by the Georgia Public Health Department are used to make sure residents and visitors are safe. These were the health inspections performed between May 6 and May 10.
