Savannah, Chatham County

Coastal State Prison

200 GULFSTREAM RD GARDEN CITY, GA 31408

Food
Latest score
70
Apr 23, 2026
City
Savannah
County
Chatham
Inspections
4

Score history

Inspection scores over time for this facility.

Inspection history

Georgia inspection history is score-based, with violations grouped under each recorded inspection.

Apr 23, 2026

Routine

Score: 7011 violations

6-1B - proper hot holding temperatures

Regulation: 511-6-1.04(6)(f) - time/temperature control for safety; hot holding (p)

9 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed fish (122F) and chicken(98F)to be sitting on counter and it was below 135F.

RCA: Told PIC that call hot holding items must be 135F or above while hot holding as well as sitting inside warmer instead of sitting on the counter.

1-2A - pic present, demonstrates knowledge, performs duties

Regulation: 511-6-1.03(2)(a)-(n)(p),(q) - responsibility of pic (pf)

4 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed that the person in charge failed in the responsibilities of ensuring that safe food handling practices were in use as evidenced by hot holding temperatures, food protected from outside contamination and sanitized food contact surfaces.

RCA: PIC and ServSafe manager is responsible to ensure that food safety practices and are being followed.

4-2A - food stored covered

Regulation: 511-6-1.04(4)(c)1(iv) - packaged & unpackaged food, food stored covered(c)

4 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed bags of spices left open. Observed margarine in walk-in cooler not wrapped. Observed loose bread in kitchen not tightly wrapped to prevent contamination.

RCA: 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.

4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized

Regulation: 511-6-1.05(7)(b) - food contact surfaces and utensils - cleaning frequency (p, c)

4 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: Yes

Observed buildup of mildew-like substance in the interior of ice machine. No sanitizer in 3-compartment sink being used as inmates are actively washing dishes.

RCA: PIC shall burn ice, wash inside machine and sanitize before refilling ice. Told PIC to get bleach or QAC as a sanitize in order properly sanitize the dishes.

18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present

Regulation: 511-6-1.07(2)(m) - outer openings protected (c)

3 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed exit door with a large gap under. Observed other exit door damaged with gaps visible.

RCA: Outer openings of a food service establishment shall be protected against the entry of insects and rodents by: Solid, self-closing, tight-fitting doors.

18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present

Regulation: 511-6-1.07(5)(k) - controlling pests (pf, c)

3 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: Yes

Observed live flies and roaches in kitchen. Observed dead mouse floating in backed-up mop water in mess hall dishpit.

RCA: Facility shall increase treatment schedules from licensed pest control operators.

16B - plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

Regulation: 511-6-1.06(2)(r) - system maintained in good repair (p, c)

2 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: Yes

Observed a 3 compartment-sink with a leaking pipe. Observed a 2-compartment sink in which the hot water was unable to turn on or off. Observed a handwashing sink in mess hall with a loose spigot. Observed a back-up mop sink in the mess hall dishpit.

RCA: A plumbing system shall be repaired according to law; and maintained in good repair.

15A - food and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, and used

Regulation: 511-6-1.05(6)(a) - good repair & proper adjustment (c)

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed damaged wall in walk-in cooler. Observed gaskets/seals on cold holding unit in poor repair with mildew visible.

RCA: Equipment shall be maintained in a state of repair

15B - warewashing facilities: installed, maintained, used; test strips

Regulation: 511-6-1.05(6)(p) - warewashing equipment, determining chemical sanitizer concentration (pf)

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: Yes

Observed that facility did not have chemical test kit when using chemical sanitizer (quat) at three-compartment sink. Observed that facility did not have high heat testing method available for high heat dishwasher in main kitchen.

RCA: Facility shall obtain test strips for quaternary ammonium chemical sanitizer testing and non-reversible method of testing high heat sanitization.

15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean

Regulation: 511-6-1.05(7)(a)2,3 - equipment, food/nonfood-contact surfaces, and utensils, food-contact surfaces of cooking equipment & nonfood-contact surfaces free of accumulations (c)

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: Yes

Observed food debris on racks where trays were stored. Observed build up on gaskets of walk-in coolers. Mildew on gaskets and walk-in cooler racks.

RCA: Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be cleaned at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil residues.

17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean

Regulation: 511-6-1.07(5)(a),(b) - good repair, physical facilities maintained; cleaning, frequency & restrictions, cleaned often enough to keep them clean (c)

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: Yes

Observed mold-like growth on ceiling tiles in entire kitchen area. Observed peeling ceiling tiles in dish area. Observed rust and corrosion on ceiling tiles sporadically in entire kitchen area. Missing ceiling tiles/ hole in ceiling in mess hall area.

RCA: All physical facilities shall be maintained in good repair. The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean and by methods that prevent contamination of food products.

Oct 16, 2025

Routine

Score: 807 violations

3-1C - food in good condition, safe, and unadulterated

Regulation: 511-6-1.04(1) - safe, unadulterated and honestly presented (p)

9 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Observed 3 boxes of whole cucumbers from September that were molded and actively spoiling and dripping onto lower stored boxes of food.

COS CA: PIC had boxes of cucumbers discarded.

4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized

Regulation: 511-6-1.05(7)(a)1 - equipment, food-contact surfaces,& utensils (pf)

4 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed buildup of mildew-like substance in the interior of ice machine.

RCA: PIC shall burn ice, wash inside machine and sanitize before refilling ice.

18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present

Regulation: 511-6-1.07(5)(k) - controlling pests (pf, c)

3 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed live flies and roaches in kitchen.

RCA: Facility shall increase treatment schedules from licensed pest control operators.

16B - plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

Regulation: 511-6-1.06(2)(r) - system maintained in good repair (p, c)

2 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed a handwashing sink with a leaking pipe. Observed a 3 compartment-sink with a leaking pipe. Observed a 2-compartment sink in which the hot water was unable to turn off. Observed a handwashing sink in bakery area with loose spigot.

RCA: A plumbing system shall be repaired according to law; and maintained in good repair.

15B - warewashing facilities: installed, maintained, used; test strips

Regulation: 511-6-1.05(3)(h),(i),(j) - temperature measuring device, manual warewashing; sanitizing solutions, testing device (pf)

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed that facility did not have chemical test kit when using chemical sanitizer (quat) at three-compartment sink.

RCA: Facility shall obtain test strips for quaternary ammonium chemical sanitizer testing.

15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean

Regulation: 511-6-1.05(7)(d) - nonfood-contact surfaces (c)

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed food debris on racks where trays were stored. Observed build up on gaskets of walk-in coolers.

RCA: Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be cleaned at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil residues.

17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean

Regulation: 511-6-1.07(5)(a),(b) - good repair, physical facilities maintained; cleaning, frequency & restrictions, cleaned often enough to keep them clean (c)

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed mold-like growth on ceiling tiles in entire kitchen area. Observed peeling ceiling tiles in dish area. Observed rust and corrosion on ceiling tiles sporadically in entire kitchen area.

RCA: All physical facilities shall be maintained in good repair. The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean and by methods that prevent contamination of food products.

Feb 27, 2025

Routine

Score: 873 violations

6-1C - proper cooling time and temperature

Regulation: 511-6-1.04(6)(d) - cooling (p)

9 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Observed spaghetti that had been prepared 2/25 that had an internal temperature of 44F. PIC stated that spaghetti had been kept in walk-in cooler since preparation date.

COS CA: PIC discarded spaghetti. Cooked Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food (list food item here) not cooled from 135F to 41F within 6 hours.

12A - contamination prevented during food preparation, storage, display

Regulation: 511-6-1.04(4)(q) - food storage (c)

3 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed prepared food on floor, observed bag of flour on floor.

COS CA: PIC moved food off of floor. food shall be protected from contamination by storing the food In a clean, dry location; Where it is not exposed to splash, dust, or other contamination; and At least 6 inches (15 cm) above the floor.

17D - adequate ventilation and lighting; designated areas used

Regulation: 511-6-1.07(3)(f) - lighting intensity, adequate in food prep, storage & service areas (c)

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed burnt out lights under hoods and within walk-in cooler.

RCA: The light intensity shall be at least 10 foot candles (108 lux) at a distance of 30 inches (75 cm) above the floor, in walk-in refrigeration units and dry food storage areas and in other areas and rooms during periods of cleaning; At least 50 foot candles (540 lux) at a surface where a food service employee is working with food or working with utensils or equipment such as knives, slicers, grinders, or saws where employee safety is a factor.

Oct 25, 2023

Routine

Score: 844 violations

3-1C - food in good condition, safe, and unadulterated

Regulation: 511-6-1.04(3)(e) - package integrity (pf)

9 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed multiple boxes containing apple juice and fruit in the walk in to have mold growing on the outside of the box.

RCA: 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.

2-2D - adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible

Regulation: 511-6-1.07(3)(b) - hand drying provision (pf)

4 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Observed hand sink in the bakery room to not have paper towels.

COS/CA: PIC placed paper towels at hand sink. Hand Drying Provision. Each handwashing sink or group of adjacent handwashing sinks shall be provided with: Individual, disposable towels.

2-2D - adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible

Regulation: 511-6-1.06(2)(o) - using a handwashing sink- operation & maintenance (pf)

4 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed hand sink in the meat room and the bakery room to be used as a dump sink.

RCA: A handwashing facility may not be used for purposes other than handwashing.

11C - approved thawing methods used

Regulation: 511-6-1.04(6)(c) - thawing (c)

3 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Observed chicken being dethawed in standing water.

COS/CA: PIC turned on the water to continue dethawing the chicken. Time/temperature control for safety food shall be thawed: Completely submerged under running water: At a water temperature of 70°F (21°C) or below.