The health inspection world grades a score below 70 as failing, and one restaurant did receive a failing score in their recent health inspection from July 22-26.
Popeyes, 3209 Deans Bridge Road, Augusta, received a failing score of 68. Inspector’s comments included: “observed cheese, pickles, mayonnaise, spicy sauce cooler at above 41 degrees in prep top cooler; mayonnaise and spicy sauce are labeled as to be refrigerated containing egg yolk” and “observed flies through facility and back door open.”
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Other inspector’s comments included: “observed shortening stored on floor,” “observed food stored on floor in walk-in freezer,” “observed debris on food contact surfaces,” “observed scoop left in flour,” and “observed standing water and missing tiles in back of kitchen.”
The second lowest score was a 79, and it was received by New China, 5112 Wrightsboro Road Suite A, Grovetown. Inspector’s comments included: “observed bowl of cream cheese under raw chicken and pork,” “observed several items (egg rolls, chicken, sauce) all above 41 degrees,” “observed cardboard on shelves, remove cardboard, use proper shelf coverings,” “cleaning needed on: food storage containers, fryer sides, shelves,” and “remove unused equipment from outside.”
The third lowest score was received by Sonic Drive-In, 3743 Wheeler Road, Augusta, with a score of 80. Inspector’s comments included: “observed multiple food items stored uncovered inside the reach-in freezer,” “observed black build-up inside the bulk ice machine at the front food service drink machine,” “observed tomatoes (47F), lettuce (43F), and cheese (72F) cold held above 41F,” “observed employees not wearing bread restraints during active food prep,” “observed oil and food build-up on cooking equipment,” and “observed the dumpster doors left open.”
Top of the class
These are the businesses in Richmond and Columbia counties that passed recent health inspections between July 22-26 with scores of 100. There were no health violations for these businesses.
- Food Avenue/Starbucks @ Target, 4223 Washington Road, Evans
- Jersey Mike’s, 4239 Washington Road Suite 7, Evans
- Best Western, 452 Parkwest Drive, Grovetown
- Jones Creek (pool), 777 Jones Creek Drive, Evans
- Shenandoah Ridge Apartments #1 (pool), 4079 Riverwatch Parkway, Martinez
- Ansley @ Town Center (pool), 1000 Alder Way, Evans
- Georgia-Carolina Adventure Center (pool), 4316 Three J. Road, Evans
- The Abbey’s Subdivision (pool), 721 Pevero Abbey Circle, Martinez
- Concert West Lake LLC DBA West Lake Country Club Pool, 3556 West Lake Drive, Martinez
- River Island pool, 781 Marsh Point Road, Augusta
- Taco Bell #23717, 2517 Tobacco Road, Hephzibah
- Kinki Sushi, 3328 Washington Road Suite P, Augusta
- The Bluff Plantation, 963 Bennock Mill Road, Augusta
- SSR Augusta DBA Zaxby’s, 2849 Washington Road, Augusta
- The Country Shack 2, 2052 Gordon Highway, Augusta
- D’s Snack Shack, 1940 Olive Road, Augusta
- The Parc at Flowing Wells (pool), 1150 Interstate Parkway, Augusta
- McHenry Square Apartments pool, 2000 McHenry Square, Augusta
“A” scores
The following businesses received an “A” rating (99-90) on their recent inspections between July 22-26.
- Hardee’s, 310 W. Milledgeville Road, Harlem: 99
- The Heron @ Grand Oaks (pool), 600 Grand Oaks Way, Evans: 99
- Panera Bread, 4237 Washington Road Suite 4, Evans: 98
- Starbucks Coffee #10195, 4237 Washington Road Suite 1, Evans: 98
- Microtel Inn & Suites, 2909 Riverwest Drive, Augusta: 98
- Taco Bell #3, 415 S. Belair Road, Martinez: 97
- Subway @ Pilot Travel Center #065, 4091 Jimmie Dyess Parkway, Augusta: 96
- Zack’s Wings and Seafood, 4104 Windsor Spring Road, Hephzibah: 96
- Crisp and Co.- Unit 2, 2711 Oakland Ave., Augusta: 96
- Lighthouse Care Center of Augusta, 3100 Perimeter Parkway, Augusta: 96
- Wexford Subdivision (pool), 3713 Wexford Drive, Augusta: 95
- Cambridge pool, 463 Cambridge Way, Martinez: 95
- Piedmont Augusta Café, 1350 Walton Way, Augusta: 95
- Smoothie King, 1145 Agerton Lane, Augusta: 95
- Reserve @ 1508 (pool), 1508 Wylds Court Unit C, Augusta: 95
- Five Guys Burgers and Fries, 630 Crane Creek Drive, Augusta: 94
- Edgar’s Grill and Conference Center, 3165 Washington Road, Augusta: 94
- Brookdale Augusta, 326 Boy Scout Road, Augusta: 93
- Sonesta Essential, 3039 Washington Road Dia Building B, Augusta: 92
- Hong Kong, 3718 Mike Padgett Highway, Augusta: 91
- University Food Court, 1350 Walton Way, Augusta: 91
Scores of 89 or lower
The following businesses received an 89 or lower on their recent inspections between July 22-26. Inspector’s comments are provided.
- Longhorn Steakhouse of Augusta, 3267 Washington Road, Augusta: 89
Inspector’s comments included: “observed multiple containers of diced roma tomatoes with a pasty discard-by date on label in WIC,” “observed scoop stored inside container of cinnamon sugar and rice containers,” “observed wet nesting of stacked pans,” “observed broken floor tile in front of ice machine on grill line,” and “observed several flies throughout facility.”
- Sheraton Augusta Hotel, 1069 Stevens Creek Road, Augusta: 89
Inspector’s comments included: “water temperature from faucets in rooms must not exceed 120F (was 128-131F), reduce temperature to 120F or below,” “provide copies of gas fired inspection for 8 water heaters (if out of service, have inspected and provide paperwork when repaired, certify out of service), 3 dryers, 1 spa heater, and 1 fireplace,” and “single service cups provided in rooms must come from supplier pre-wrapped.”
- American Legion Post 205, 2102 Highland Ave., Augusta: 87
Inspector’s comments included: “observed tomatoes stored uncovered in walk-in cooler” and “observed TCS foods in walk-in cooler at 45 degrees F for cold holding.”
- Popeyes Chicken, 2491 Tobacco Road, Hephzibah: 86
Inspector’s comments included: “observed missing employee health agreements,” “observed mold in ice maker,” “observed food on the clean dishes,” “observed cook wearing a watch while preparing food,” and “observed flying gnats throughout the kitchen.”
- Shenandoah Ridge Apartments #2 (pool), 427 Blue Ridge Drive, Martinez: 85
Inspector’s comments included: “phone not working.”
- Waffle House #544, 2951 Washington Road, Augusta: 85
Inspector’s comments: “observed no employee reporting agreements for active employees,” “observed build-up in corners of bulk ice machine,” “observed expired bread with dates 7/7/24 and 7/12/24,” “observed food stored in reach-in cooler with unclear labeling,” and “observed several soiled wiping cloths scattered across countertops.”
- Red Lobster #0290, 2847 Washington Road, Augusta: 85
Inspector’s comments: “observed tomatoes, lettuce, coleslaw, and pico de gallo cold holding above 41 degrees,” “observed multiple employees wearing watches and other jewelry,” “observed scoop stored in seasoned breading containers in dry storage area,” “observed wet nesting of stacked containers,” and “observed debris scattered on seats and tables across dining room.”
- Charles B. Webster Detention Center, 1941 Phinizy Road, Augusta: 82
Inspector’s comments: “observed no hand towels at handwashing sink,” “observed cabbage not being stored in correct food order,” “observed walk-in cooler not keeping temperatures,” and “observed pans stored wet.”
Inspections by the Georgia Public Health Department are used to make residents and visitors safe. These were the health inspections performed between July 22-26.
