ACWORTH, Cherokee County

Fat Shack

6199 HWY 92 STE 200 ACWORTH, GA 30102

Food
Latest score
87
Mar 8, 2026
City
ACWORTH
County
Cherokee
Inspections
5

Score history

Inspection scores over time for this facility.

Inspection history

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

Mar 8, 2026

Routine

Score: 874 violations

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

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

4 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Observed knife stored as clean but visibly dirty. Knife strip was also visibly dirty with rust accumulations. COS by washing knife. Ridged knife strips must be changed with an all stainless steel strip for easy cleaning.

8-2B - toxic substances properly identified, stored, used

Regulation: 511-6-1.07(6)(b) - working containers, common name (pf)

4 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Observed several chemicals stored in unlabeled containers near mop sink. Working containers used for storing poisonous or toxic materials such as cleaners and sanitizers taken from bulk supplies shall be clearly and individually identified with the common name of the material. COS by labeling.

18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present

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

3 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed several small, flying insects in warewash/mop area. The presence of insects, rodents, and other pests shall be controlled to minimize their presence on the premises by:

  1. Routinely inspecting incoming shipments of food and supplies;

  2. Routinely inspecting the premises for evidence of pests;

  3. Using methods, if pests are found, such as trapping devices or other means of pest control as specified under subsections (6)(e), (6)(m), and (6)(n) of this Rule; Pf and

  4. Eliminating harborage conditions.

Must increase pest control frequency and clean up area.

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

Physical facility is in need of deep cleaning. Must clean the exterior, beneath, and behind all equipment (e.g., fryers, grills). Must also thoroughly clean mop sink area. The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean and by methods that prevent contamination of food products.

*This has been a recurring issue over at least 3 inspections. Health Authority will follow-up on cleaning after 7 days. Failure to correct deficiency may result in facility being asked to close until proper cleaning can be conducted .

Oct 16, 2025

Routine

Score: 991 violation

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

Physical facility is in need of deep cleaning. Must clean beneath and behind all equipment including hot water heater area. The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean and by methods that prevent contamination of food products.

Feb 3, 2025

Routine

Score: 962 violations

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

Regulation: 511-6-1.05(6)(n) - manual and mechanical warewashing equipment, chemical sanitization-temperature, ph, concentration, hardness (p,pf)

4 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Observed quat sanitizer in buckets and at 3-compartment sink at 0 ppm. Bag containing liquid chemical was empty. COS by replacing chemicals. Sanitizer dispensed at 300 ppm.

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: YesRepeat: No

Observed milkshake mixer visibly dirty and not being cleaned at required frequency. Mixer had not been used today. Food contact surfaces of in-use equipment must be washed at least once every 4 hours. COS by washing and sanitizing.

Jun 17, 2024

Routine

Score: 902 violations

6-1A - proper cold holding temperatures

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

9 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Observed time/temperature control for safety (TCS) foods in prep top/reach-in unit being cold held above 41°F. Ambient temperature of cooler was 41°F with the temperatures of TCS foods ranging between 43-47°F. TCS foods must be cold held at 41°F or below. COS by moving food to another cooler. Kitchen area is fairly hot and is likely contributing to the temperature abuse. Ambient temperature of cooler must be lowered to around 35°F to help compensate for the heat in kitchen. Make sure to keep lids closed when not in active use.

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

Kitchen is in need of deep cleaning. Must clean beneath/behind all equipment, clean walls in 3-compartment sink and mop sink area, and regrout floors where low grout is present.

Nov 6, 2023

Initial

Score: 864 violations

6-1C - proper cooling time and temperature

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

9 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Observed macaroni pasta cooked at 11am not cooled to 70 within 7 hours as a result of improper cooling methods. Macaroni was stored in a moderately deep container and covered. Cooked time/temperature control for safety food shall be cooled:

(i) Within 2 hours from 135°F (57°C) to 70°F (21°C); P and

(ii) Within a total of 6 hours from 135°F (57°C) to 41°F (5°C) or less. P

COS by discarding.

18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present

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

3 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed an abundance of small, flying insects in warewash/mop area. The presence of insects, rodents, and other pests shall be controlled to minimize their presence on the premises by:

  1. Routinely inspecting incoming shipments of food and supplies;

  2. Routinely inspecting the premises for evidence of pests;

  3. Using methods, if pests are found, such as trapping devices or other means of pest control as specified under subsections (6)(e), (6)(m), and (6)(n) of this Rule; Pf and

  4. Eliminating harborage conditions.

Must increase pest control frequency and clean up area.

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 water leak in walk-in freezer causing ice build-up. Equipment shall be maintained in a state of repair and condition that meets the requirements specified under subsections (1) and (2)of this Rule. Must address issue.

17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean

Regulation: 511-6-1.07(2)(a) - floor, walls, & ceilings, cleanability (c)

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed areas of low grout near 3-compartment sink. Floors must be regrouted.