Swainsboro, Emanuel County

TASTY SWAINSBORO LLC

309 S MAIN ST SWAINSBORO, GA 30401

Food

Latest score

May 20, 2026

City

Swainsboro

County

Emanuel

Inspections

Score history

Inspection scores over time for this facility.

Inspection history

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

May 20, 2026

Followup

Score: 972 violations

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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: No

Observed that there were no sanitizer test strips. Sanitizer test strips are needed.

17A - toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, cleaned

Regulation: 511-6-1.06(5)(h) - toilet room receptacle, covered (c)

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: Yes

Observed the ladies room trash can did not have a lid. It needed a lid.

May 13, 2026

Followup

Score: 766 violations

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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 under cooked chicken left at room temp (97 degrees farenheight

4-2A - food stored covered

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

4 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: Yes

Observed containers of fish in the reach in freezer not covered. C/A - cover all food in storage.

10D - food properly labeled; original container

Regulation: 511-6-1.04(4)(d) - food storage containers identified with common name of food (c)

3 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed no common name on bulk storage containers. No common name on containers in the WIC. CA: Label all containers with common name.

18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present

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

3 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: Yes

Observed rear screen door with large gap under and around--not closed tightly. CA: Keep back door closed unless screen door is sealed better to prevent rodent/bug intrusion.

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 open boxes of cups stored on the floor.

17A - toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, cleaned

Regulation: 511-6-1.06(5)(h) - toilet room receptacle, covered (c)

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed the ladies room trash can did not have a lid. It needed a lid.

May 7, 2026

Routine

Score: 697 violations

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5-1A - proper cooking time and temperatures

Regulation: 511-6-1.04(5)(a) - raw animal foods (p, pf)

9 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed chicken wings cooked to 155 degrees F. C/A - chicken should be fully cooked to at least 165 degrees F. Chicken wings can be cooked and reheated. They cannot be partially cooked and then finished later.

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 blue cheese dressing marked "keep refrigerated" sitting out on counter at 73 degrees F. C/A - dressing should be kept below 41 degrees F as it is a TCS food. COS - manager tossed blue cheese dressing.

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 containers of chicken and fish in reach in cooler not covered. C/A - cover all food in storage.

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 no sanitizer in 3 compartment sink to sanitize dishes with.
C/A - dishes should be washed in soap, rinsed, and then sanitized in bleach to sanitize dishes.

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

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

3 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed buckets of soy sauce and stored food on floor of walk in cooler and pantry area. C/A - food should be stored at least 6 inches above floor.

18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present

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

3 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: Yes

Observed rear screen door with large gap under and around--not closed tightly. CA: Keep back door closed unless screen door is sealed better to prevent rodent/bug intrusion.

14A - in-use utensils: properly stored

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

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: Yes

Observed scoops down in food bulk storage containers. C/A - keep scoop handles up out of food or out of container all together.

Dec 16, 2025

Routine

Score: 895 violations

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6-2 - proper date marking and disposition

Regulation: 511-6-1.04(6)(g) - ready-to-eat time/temperature control for safety food, date marking (pf)

4 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed unlabeled/date-marked food items in WIC. CA: Any PHF items prepared/opened should be date-marked to be discarded within 7 days.

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

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

3 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed uncovered food items in WIC. Observed uncovered crab legs and crawdads in RIF. CA: All foods in coolers/freezers should be sealed to protect from contamination.

12C - wiping cloths: properly used and stored

Regulation: 511-6-1.04(4)(m) - wiping cloths, use limitation (c)

3 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed wet cloth on food prep table and cutting board of prep cooler. CA: Keep wet cloths in sanitizer in between uses.

18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present

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

3 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed rear screen door with large gap under and around--not closed tightly. CA: Keep back door closed unless screen door is sealed better to prevent rodent/bug intrusion.

14A - in-use utensils: properly stored

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

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed scoops down in food in bulk storage containers. CA: Keep scoop handles up out of food or out of container all together.

Jun 30, 2025

Routine

Score: 905 violations

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11C - approved thawing methods used

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

3 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed improper thawing. CA: Thaw properly--4 ways--(1) in refrigerator; (2) under cool running water; (3)in microwave; (4)during cooking process.

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

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

3 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed open bags of chicken wings in WIC; open container of crawfish in freezer. CA: All food items in coolers/freezers should be tightly sealed.

12C - wiping cloths: properly used and stored

Regulation: 511-6-1.04(4)(m) - wiping cloths, use limitation (c)

3 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed wet cloth on prep table and all over kitchen. CA: Keep cloths in sanitizer in between uses.

18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present

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

3 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed large gap around rear screen door. CA: Keep back door shut or make sure screen door fits tightly.

14C - single-use/single-service articles: properly stored, used

Regulation: 511-6-1.05(10)(e)1&3 - single-service/single-use items stored 6" off floor in clean, dry location (c)

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed single use items not protected from contamination--forks, spoons, cups. CA: Protect these items from contamination by keep sealed/covered.

Sep 17, 2024

Routine

Score: 904 violations

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

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

9 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed rotten lettuce in WIC. CA: Discard any rotten vegetables.

14A - in-use utensils: properly stored

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

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed scoop handles not up out of food in bulk storage containers. CA: Keep scoop handles up out of food.

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 wet stacking of containers at dish wash area. CA: Stagger stack bins to allow to air dry.

14C - single-use/single-service articles: properly stored, used

Regulation: 511-6-1.05(10)(g)(1)&(3) - kitchenware and tableware, single-service/-use items properly handled to protect food-/lip-contact surfaces (c)

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed single use cups without plastic sleeves pulled up on front counter. CA: Keep plastic sleeves up on cups to prevent contamination.

Feb 6, 2024

Routine

Score: 934 violations

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

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

3 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed several items in freezer uncovered. CA: Keep lids on containers.

12C - wiping cloths: properly used and stored

Regulation: 511-6-1.04(4)(m) - wiping cloths, use limitation (c)

3 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed wet cloth on prep table. CA: Keep cloths in sanitizer in between uses.

18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present

3 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed several dead roaches in kitchen. CA: Clean up any dead insects.

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

Regulation: 511-6-1.05(1)(a) - materials, general requirements (p, c)

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed cardboard being used as shelf liner. CA: Discard any cardboard as it is no smooth & easily cleanable & it is a place for insect harborage.

Aug 1, 2023

Followup

Score: 922 violations

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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 no sanitizer in bucket with wiping cloths; CA: Test sanitizer with strips more frequently & change water as often as necessary.

18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present

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

3 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: Yes

Observed flies on food; observed live roach on prep table. CA: Seal around back door better or keep door closed. Consult with your licensed PCO for a plan to better manage pests.

Jul 25, 2023

Routine

Score: 729 violations

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6-1A - proper cold holding temperatures

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

9 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed raw chicken in sink @ 70 degrees; CA: Keep chicken 41 degrees or below while prepping by keeping it on ice.

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 several uncovered items in RIF; CA: All food items must be stored covered.

6-2 - proper date marking and disposition

Regulation: 511-6-1.04(6)(g) - ready-to-eat time/temperature control for safety food, date marking (pf)

4 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed no date marking on items in WIC; CA: Foods not consumed within 24 hours must be date marked to be discarded within 7 days.

10D - food properly labeled; original container

Regulation: 511-6-1.04(7)(c) - food labels (pf, c)

3 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed no common name on bulk storage containers. No common name on containers in the WIC. CA: Label all containers with common name.

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

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

3 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed pot of sauce cooling sitting on the floor outside the WIC; observed boxes of food on floor in WIC; CA: All food items must be stored at least 6" off floor at all times.

18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present

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

3 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed flies throughout kitchen. Observed large gap at screen door at back. CA: control flies; seal around screen door or keep back door closed.

18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present

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

3 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed flies throughout kitchen. Observed large gap at screen door at back. CA: control flies; seal around screen door or keep back door closed.

13A - posted: permit/inspection/choking poster/handwashing

Regulation: 511-6-1.02(1)(d) - displaying of the inspection report (c)

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed incorrect inspection report posted. CA: Current inspection report must be posted at all times.

14A - in-use utensils: properly stored

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

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed scoop handle down in container of rice; CA: Keep scoop handles up out of food.