North Decatur, DeKalb County

CITY BARBECUE #080

2511 BLACKMON DR DECATUR, GA 30033

Food
Latest score
91
Mar 12, 2026
City
North Decatur
County
DeKalb
Inspections
6

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 12, 2026

Routine

Score: 913 violations

4-2A - food stored covered

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

4 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Observed a food container of chicken wings, a food container of collard greens, and a food container of broth stored in the walk-in cooler without any lids or coverings. CA: Food shall be stored in packages, covered containers, or wrappings, except for loosely covered or uncovered containers in which food is being cooled, to be protected from overhead contamination. COS: PIC provided lids for each food container in the walk-in cooler.

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

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

3 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Observed a bag of onions stored on the floor in the dry storage area. CA: 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. OCS: Food employee moved the bag of onions to a shelf in the dry storage area.

14B - utensils, equipment and linens: properly stored, dried, handled

Regulation: 511-6-1.05(10)(a) - equipment & utensils, air-drying required (c)

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: Yes

Observed dishes stacked while wet stored on the dish rack across from the dish machine. CA: After cleaning and sanitizing, equipment and utensils shall be air-dried or used after adequate draining before contact with food; and may not be cloth dried except that utensils that have been air-dried may be polished with cloths that are maintained clean and dry.

Aug 18, 2025

Routine

Score: 865 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 potato salad, coleslaw, tomato mix. and cooked chicken stored inside the prep top cooler on the front service line next to the steam well measuring temperatures above 41*F (SEE TEMPERATURE LOG). CA: Advised PIC except during preparation, cooking, or cooling, or when time is used as the public health control, time/temperature control for safety food shall be maintained at 41°F (5°C) or below. COS: PIC discarded the cooked turkey meat due to holding longer than 24 hours all other items were placed on a cart and placed inside the walk-in cooler for rapid cooling due to being prepared same day

18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present

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

3 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed several flies in the main kitchen. CA: Advised PIC 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.

14B - utensils, equipment and linens: properly stored, dried, handled

Regulation: 511-6-1.05(10)(e)1,2,4 - equipment, utensil, linens, stored 6" off floor in clean, dry location (c)

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed dishes stacked while wet stored on the dish rack across from the dish machine. CA: Advised PIC dishes shall be stored in a self-draining position that allows air drying

15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean

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

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed several shelves, internal surfaces of the hot boxes and cooking equipment with food debris build-up. CA: Advised PIC nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be cleaned at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil residues.

15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean

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

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed dust debris build-up along the fans inside the walk-in cooler. CA: Advised PIC nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be cleaned at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil residues.

Jan 13, 2025

Routine

Score: 934 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 pink debris build-up along the white panel inside the ice machine during time of inspection. CA: Advised PIC Equipment food-contact surfaces and utensils shall be clean to sight and touch. COS: PIC complied and instructed food employee to sanitize the surface during time of inspection

14A - in-use utensils: properly stored

Regulation: 511-6-1.04(4)(k) - in-use utensils, between-use storage (c)

1 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Observed a single-use plastic quart container stored inside of a bulk container of sugar during time of inspection. CA: Advised PIC Storage of In-Use Utensils. During pauses in food preparation or dispensing, food preparation and dispensing utensils shall be stored:

1.Except as specified under paragraph 2 of this subsection, in the food with their handles above the top of the food and the container;

2.In food that is not time/temperature control for safety food with their handles above the top of the food within containers or equipment that can be closed, such as bins of sugar, flour, or cinnamon. COS: PIC complied and discarded the plastic container during time of inspection

14B - utensils, equipment and linens: properly stored, dried, handled

Regulation: 511-6-1.05(10)(a) - equipment & utensils, air-drying required (c)

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: Yes

Observed several dishes stacked wet on the dish rack across from the dish machine in the main kitchen. CA: Advised PIC dishes shall be properly air-dried before stacking

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 a cracked floor tile in the prep area holding water and several cracked floor tiles in the dish area in front of the 3-compartment sink. CA: Advised PIC

Jun 4, 2024

Routine

Score: 915 violations

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 ice scoop handle stored down inside the ice inside the ice machine. CA: Advised PIC equipment food-contact surfaces and utensils shall be clean to sight and touch. COS: PIC removed the scoop with gloved hands and place it inside the dish pit to be washed and sanitized during time of inspection

12B - personal cleanliness

Regulation: 511-6-1.03(5)(g) - jewelry (c)

3 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Observed 2 employees with bracelets on the wrist actively handling food upon arrival. CA: Advised PIC except for a plain ring such as a wedding band food employees may not wear jewelry including medical information jewelry on their arms and hands while preparing food. Except for a plain ring such as a wedding band food employees may not wear jewelry including medical information jewelry on their arms and hands while preparing food. COS: PIC instructed food employees to remove bracelets and wash hands during time of inspection

12B - personal cleanliness

Regulation: 511-6-1.03(5)(j) - hair restraints (c)

3 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed food employee with a long beard handling food without a restraint. CA: Advised PIC 1. Employees preparing or handling food shall use effective and clean, disposable or easily cleanable nets or other hair restraints approved by the Health Authority, worn properly to restrain loose hair including beards and mustaches longer than one half inch.

12B - personal cleanliness

Regulation: 511-6-1.03(5)(j) - hair restraints (c)

3 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Observed 2 employees with long flowing braids handling food with a visor on. CA: Advised PIC Employees preparing or handling food shall use effective and clean, disposable or easily cleanable nets or other hair restraints approved by the Health Authority, worn properly to restrain loose hair including beards and mustaches longer than one half inch. COS: PIC instructed food employees to restrain hair in a bun during time of inspection and wash hands upon return to the kitchen

14B - utensils, equipment and linens: properly stored, dried, handled

Regulation: 511-6-1.05(10)(a) - equipment & utensils, air-drying required (c)

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: Yes

Observed several dishes stacked wet on the dish rack across from the dish machine in the main kitchen. CA: Advised PIC dishes shall be properly air-dried before stacking

Nov 27, 2023

Routine

Score: 933 violations

1-2B - certified food protection manager

Regulation: 511-6-1.03(3)(c) - certification documentation (pf)

4 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Observed no CFSM ( certified food safety manager) certification posted. CA: Advised PIC the original CFSM certificate shall be posted in public view in each food service establishment. An additional copy shall be retained on file at the food service establishment at all times, and shall be made available for inspection by the Health Authority. COS: PIC printed and posted the document during time of inspection

14B - utensils, equipment and linens: properly stored, dried, handled

Regulation: 511-6-1.05(10)(a) - equipment & utensils, air-drying required (c)

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: Yes

Observed several dishes stacked wet on the dish rack across from the dish machine in the main kitchen. CA: Advised PIC dishes shall be properly air-dried before stacking

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 cracked tiles in front of the warmer cabinet on the service line and cracked tiles in the dish pit holding water in need of repair. CA: Advised PIC all physical facilities shall be maintained in good repair.

May 31, 2023

Routine

Score: 982 violations

14B - utensils, equipment and linens: properly stored, dried, handled

Regulation: 511-6-1.05(10)(a) - equipment & utensils, air-drying required (c)

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed several dishes stacked wet on the dish rack across from the dish machine in the main kitchen. CA: Advised PIC dishes shall be properly air-dried before stacking

17D - adequate ventilation and lighting; designated areas used

Regulation: 511-6-1.07(4)(b) - designated areas for employee activity, located to prevent contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens, & single service articles (c)

1 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Observed employee cellphone sitting on top of a prep table in the main kitchen and employee candy bar stored inside reach-in freezer near the back of house CA: Advised PIC designated areas shall be used and provided for employee personal item storage. COS: PIC removed candy bar employee removed cellphone and sanitized