Cumming, Forsyth County

Happy Family

103 W COURTHOUSE SQ CUMMING, GA 30040

Food
Latest score
90
May 26, 2026
City
Cumming
County
Forsyth
Inspections
7

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 26, 2026

Routine

Score: 904 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 the dish machine is not suppling sanitization solution to the final rinse. 0ppm Cl COS: Facility will wash, rinse, and sanitize dishes in the 3-compartment sink until the dish machine is repaired. Corrective action: repair/replace dish machine to provide 50-100ppm Cl to the final rinse.

10D - food properly labeled; original container

Regulation: 511-6-1.04(7)(b) - honestly presented (c)

3 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed snapper on the sushi menu, facility serving tilapia. Corrective action: update the menu to reflect current fish being served.

11C - approved thawing methods used

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

3 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed ROP tuna thawing in the sushi prep cooler. COS-Tuna was still frozen-tuna was removed from its packaging to thaw under refrigeration.

Corrective action: Reduced oxygen packaged fish that bears a label indicating that it is to be kept frozen until time of use shall be removed from the reduced oxygen environment prior to its thawing under refrigeration that maintains the food temperature at 41°F (5°C) or less.

11D - thermometers provided and accurate

Regulation: 511-6-1.05(2)(x) - tmd, located in refrigerators/ hot holding (pf, c)

3 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed the freezers did not have thermometers inside the units. Corrective action: Provide thermometer for all refrigeration units.

May 13, 2025

Routine

Score: 872 violations

4-1A - food separated and protected

Regulation: 511-6-1.04(4)(c)1(i)(ii)(iii)(v)(vi)(vii)(viii) - packaged & unpackaged food separation, packaging, and segregation (p, c)

9 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: Yes

Inspector observed incorrect storage order in the walk-in cooler (location: basement) raw chicken over broccoli, raw pork (ground) over noodles and raw shell eggs, raw shell eggs over sauce. Inspector observed incorrect storage order in the reach-in cooler (location: behind the cookline) raw chicken over spring rolls, raw beef over flour, raw pork over cooked chicken. Inspector observed incorrect storage order in the reach-in cooler (location: beside the staircase) raw pork egg roll over snow peas and broccoli. Corrective Action: Use proper storage order to prevent cross-contamination. COS PIC relocated food product into correct storage order.

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

Regulation: 511-6-1.05(6)(r) - single-service/single-use articles, use limitations (c)

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: Yes

Inspector observed several single-use soy sauce containers used to store bulk salt and bulk tempura batter. (Location: main kitchen dry storage room) Corrective Action: Single-service and single-use articles may not be reused.

Apr 15, 2025

Followup

Score: 942 violations

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

Regulation: 511-6-1.07(6)(o) - medicines, restriction & storage (p, pf)

4 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: Yes

Inspector observed medicinal cream stored in a box with food (Location: Dry storage area). Corrective Action: Store medicine away from food service areas to prevent cross-contamination. COS PIC relocated medicinal cream.

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

Regulation: 511-6-1.07(6)(e) - conditions of use (p, pf, c)

4 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Inspector observed numerous can of "Raid Ant & Roach" "Raid Beg Bug" (location: closet in the front dining room - near the single exterior door). Corrective Action: Manufacturer's use directions included in labeling, and, for a pesticide, manufacturer's label instructions that state that use is allowed in a food service establishment. COS PIC removed the cans of Raid from the Facility.

Apr 10, 2025

Routine

Score: 2231 violations

2-1B - hands clean and properly washed

Regulation: 511-6-1.03(5)(c) - when to wash (p)

9 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: Yes

Inspector observed Sushi chef entering and exiting through kitchen doors - multiple times - with gloved hands. With same gloved hands: Sushi chef returned to sushi bar and touched trash receptacle - then wiped cutting board - wrapped sushi fish in food grade plastic wrap. Corrective action: Employee needs to remove/discard gloves and wash hands when changing tasks. COS Facility will close and complete a RCP.

6-1D - time as a public health control: procedures and records

Regulation: 511-6-1.04(6)(i) - time as a public health control (tphc) (p, pf, c)

9 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Inspector observed sushi rice (at the sushi bar) on time as a public health control. PIC was not able to provide documentation, of approval, from the local health authority. PIC was not able to provide SOP. Corrective Action: TPHC form needs to be kept at facility and provided upon request. COS Facility will close and complete a RCP.

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

Inspector observed numerous adulterated food products. (1" X 0.5" X 0.5" LXWXH insect exoskeleton in rehydrating mushrooms - location: reach-in cooler at the cook line) (Lettuce heads in direct contact with dark, fuzzy, mold like spots - Location: produces boxes in the walk-in cooler) (Margarine with dark mold like residue in the walk-in cooler) (Sweet potatoes with dark mold like growth - location: back of the reach-in cooler at the cook line) Corrective Action: Check food product frequently for adulteration and spoilage. COS Facility will close and complete a RCP.

3-1D - required records: shellstock tags, parasite destruction

Regulation: 511-6-1.04(5)(g) - records, creation, & retention (pf)

9 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Inspector observed parasite destruction records with mismatching information on letter and invoice. Corrective Action: Obtain correct and matching information from supplier. COS Facility will close and complete a RCP.

4-1A - food separated and protected

Regulation: 511-6-1.04(4)(c)1(i)(ii)(iii)(v)(vi)(vii)(viii) - packaged & unpackaged food separation, packaging, and segregation (p, c)

9 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Inspector observed incorrect storage order cooler and freezer. (Raw pork over crab rangoons - location: reach-in freezer at cook line)(Raw pork over RTE Sauces - Location: Walk-in Cooler) Corrective Action: Use proper storage order to prevent cross-contamination. COS Facility will close and complete a RCP.

6-1A - proper cold holding temperatures

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

9 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: Yes

Inspector observed numerous cold held TCS food items over 41 degrees F (in reach-in cooler beside stairs leading to the basement). Corrective Action: Cold held TCS Food Products must be cold held at 41 degrees F or lower. COS PIC discarded food products over 41 degrees F. COS Facility will also close and complete a RCP.

6-1C - proper cooling time and temperature

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

9 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Inspector observed cooked chicken not cooled to 70 degrees F within 2 hours. Corrective Action: Products need to cool to 70 degrees F within 2 hours and to 41 degrees F or less within a total of 6 hours. COS Facility will close and complete a RCP.

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

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

4 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Inspector observed PIC not performing duties. Corrective Action: Facility will close and complete a RCP (Risk Control Plan).

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: YesRepeat: No

Inspector observed numerous TCS products held longer than 24 hours without a discard date. Corrective Action: Label all TCS food products with a dating system. COS Facility will close and complete a RCP.

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

Regulation: 511-6-1.07(6)(o) - medicines, restriction & storage (p, pf)

4 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Inspector observed medicinal cream stored in a box with food (Location: Dry storage area). Corrective Action: Store medicine away from food service areas to prevent cross-contamination. COS Facility will close and complete a RCP.

2-2D - adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible

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

4 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Inspector observed hand sink blocked by a prep cart (at cook line). Corrective Action: Keep hand sinks accessible at all times. COS Facility will close and complete a RCP.

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

Inspector observed utensils in the reach in cooler (beside main kitchen doors) with labels stacked on top of each other. Corrective Action: Labels need to be completely removed during each ware washing and sanitizing cycle. COS Facility will close and complete a RCP.

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

Inspector observed sanitizer bucket (at sushi bar) measuring 0ppm Chlorine. Corrective Action: Chlorine Sanitizing Solution needs to measure in the range 50-100ppm Chlorine. COS Facility will close and complete a RCP.

10D - food properly labeled; original container

Regulation: 511-6-1.04(7)(a) - standards of identity (c)

3 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: Yes

Observed numerous TCS food products (throughout the facility) portioned without labels of contents. Corrective Action: Food products need to contain a label stating the identity of the food product. COS Facility will close and complete a RCP.

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

Regulation: 511-6-1.04(4)(r) - food storage, prohibited areas (c)

3 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Inspector observed food product/equipment/utensils stored in the basement and riser room (Ceilings unfinished). Corrective Action: Food product/equipment/utensils need to be stored in an approved location. COS Facility will close and complete a RCP.

12B - personal cleanliness

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

3 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: Yes

Inspector observed many Food Handlers wearing watches (throughout the facility). Corrective action: Food handlers may only wear plain wedding band. COS Facility will close and complete a RCP.

18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present

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

3 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: Yes

Inspector observed light gap at rear exterior door (in the main kitchen). Corrective Action: Exterior doors (including screen doors) need to be tight-fitting without light showing. COS Facility will close and complete a RCP.

16B - plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

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

2 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Inspector observed plumbing leaking at mop sink. Corrective Action: Have plumbing maintained. COS Facility will close and complete a RCP.

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

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

1 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Inspector observed inspection report on the wall behind the counter. The report was more than 1 foot away from public viewing. The most current inspection report shall be prominently displayed in public view at all times, within fifteen feet of the front or primary public door and between five feet and seven feet from the floor and in an area where it can be read at a distance of one foot away. COS Facility will close and complete a RCP.

14A - in-use utensils: properly stored

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

1 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Inspector observed bowls used as scoops in numerous sauce containers throughout the main kitchen. Corrective Action: Obtain scoops with handles. COS Facility will close and complete a RCP.

14A - in-use utensils: properly stored

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

1 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Inspector observed knife stored between prep-coolers at cook line. Corrective Action: Store utensils in a manner that prevents contamination. COS Facility will close and complete a RCP.

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: YesRepeat: No

Inspector observed drinking cups wet stacked. Corrective Action: Allow utensils to completely air dry before stacking. COS Facility will close and complete a RCP.

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

Regulation: 511-6-1.05(6)(r) - single-service/single-use articles, use limitations (c)

1 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Inspector observed numerous single-use MSG containers being reused. (rice noodles in the main kitchen reach-in coolers) Corrective Action: Single-service and single-use articles may not be reused. COS Facility will close and complete a RCP.

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

Regulation: 511-6-1.05(1)(g) - wood, use limitation (c)

1 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Observed wooden stick with meatal prongs (with dark, mold like spots - Location: vegetable prep sink), knife sharpener attached to wooden stick (with dark, mold like spots - Location: vegetable prep sink), and Bamboo supporting shelving in walk-in cooler with dark mold-like substances. Corrective Action: Obtain approved materials for food service use. COS Facility will close and complete a RCP.

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

Regulation: 511-6-1.05(1)(i) - nonfood-contact surfaces (c)

1 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Inspector observed foil lining non-food contact surfaces at cookline. Corrective Action: Obtain approved liner materials. COS Facility will close and complete a RCP.

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: YesRepeat: No

Inspector observed numerous "Sterilite" totes, with snap-on lids, storing food product (throughout the facility). Inspector observed unwrapped, raw pork stored in grocery bags (reach-in freezer behind cookline). Corrective Action: Store food product in food grade containers. COS Facility will close and complete a RCP.

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: YesRepeat: No

Inspector observed equipment in disrepair. (Reach-in freezer by cook line handle missing) (Reach-in cooler with broken handle - a circular cabinet door knob in its place - Location: near stairs leading to basement) Corrective Action: Have equipment maintained. COS Facility will close and complete a RCP.

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: YesRepeat: No

Inspector observed numerous equipment and nonfood-contact surfaces not clean to sight and touch (the outside of bulk sauce containers have dark colored, fuzzy, mold like growth spots in walk-in cooler) (hand sink at sushi bar with dark, slimy accumulations around the drain and the crevices of the sink)(commercial shelving in the walk-in cooler have dark colored, fuzzy, mold like growth spots in walk-in cooler). Corrective Action: COS Facility will close and complete a RCP.

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

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

1 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Inspector observed employee restroom trash receptacle without a lid. Corrective Action: Restrooms used by females shall be provided with a covered receptacle for sanitary napkins. COS Facility will close and complete a RCP.

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: YesRepeat: No

Inspector observed FWC with grease and food debris accumulation. (at cookline behind cooking equipment) (outside of reach in coolers in the main kitchen and the sushi bar) COS Facility will close and complete a RCP.

17D - adequate ventilation and lighting; designated areas used

Regulation: 511-6-1.07(5)(j) - using dressing rooms & lockers, used for changing clothes and storing employee belongings (c)

1 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Observed employee belongings stored on FS items. (Jacket on to-go containers and mayo bottles at sushi bar) (Phone chargers, water cups, and notebook on shelving above food products in the dry food storage area) Corrective Action: Employees belongings need to be stored in a designated employee storage area. COS Facility will close and complete a RCP.

Jan 24, 2024

Followup

Score: 794 violations

3-1D - required records: shellstock tags, parasite destruction

Regulation: 511-6-1.04(3)(h) - molluscan shellfish, packaging & identify (pf, c)

9 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Observed sushi fish stored in freezer without shipper tags/labels. Advised PIC to always keep shipper label/tag with portioned fish. Will follow up to ensure compliance.

4-1A - food separated and protected

Regulation: 511-6-1.04(4)(c)1(i)(ii)(iii)(v)(vi)(vii)(viii) - packaged & unpackaged food separation, packaging, and segregation (p, c)

9 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Observed meat prepped in vegetable prep sink. COS PIC cleaned and sanitized the prep sink. Advised PIC vegetable prep sinks is for vegetables and fruits only.

14A - in-use utensils: properly stored

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

1 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: Yes

Observed utensils used to scoop rice stored in lukewarm water between uses. COS PIC pulled for rewash. Advised PIC to store utensils between use in water 135 degrees and higher or store in running water.

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: YesRepeat: No

Observed many shelves lined with cardboard. Observed pipes to vent exhaust hood lined with aluminum foil. COS PIC removed. Advised PIC to use approved liners.

Jan 9, 2024

Routine

Score: 659 violations

2-1B - hands clean and properly washed

Regulation: 511-6-1.03(5)(c) - when to wash (p)

9 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Sushi chef entering and exiting through kitchen doors Mutiple times without washing hands when returning to sushi bar. Hand sink at sushi bar blocked with pile of utensils. COS PIC removed and had sushi chef wash hands. Advised PIC to always have hand sinks accessible for hand washing.

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 several cold held TCS food items over 41 degrees F. COS PIC discarded food products over 41 degrees F. Advised to turn on sushi display cooler and check temperature before holding food product. Temperature of cooler must be 41 degrees F or lower before storing cold held food product. Advised PIC to have coolers maintained to hold products at 41 degrees F or lower.

5-2 - consumer advisory provided for raw and undercooked foods

Regulation: 511-6-1-.04(7)(e) - consumer advisory provided for raw/undercooked

4 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Asterix beside cooked food. Undercooked food not marked on dining menu. Advised PIC to mark all undercooked items with Asterix.

10D - food properly labeled; original container

Regulation: 511-6-1.04(7)(b) - honestly presented (c)

3 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Sushi menu with labeling Escolar as "White Tuna". Advised PIC to honestly present items with proper name on menus.

10D - food properly labeled; original container

Regulation: 511-6-1.04(7)(a) - standards of identity (c)

3 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Many food items in containers without labels. Advised PIC to label all containers containing any food items.

12B - personal cleanliness

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

3 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Food Handler wearing watch. Advised PIC that all food handlers may only wear plain wedding band on fingrs/hands/wrists.

18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present

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

3 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: Yes

Observed light gap at rear exterior door. Advised PIC to have a tight-fitting door without light showing.

14A - in-use utensils: properly stored

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

1 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: Yes

Observed utensils used to scoop rice stored in lukewarm water between uses. COS PIC pulled for rewash. Advised PIC to store utensils between use in water 135 degrees and higher or store in running water.

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

Regulation: 511-6-1.07(5)(i) - closing toilet room doors (c)

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Bathrooms door in kitchen not self-closing. Door was open. PIC closed bathroom door. Advised PIC to have all bathroom doors maintained to be self-closing.

May 17, 2023

Initial

Score: 953 violations

18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present

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

3 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed light gap at back screen door. Advised PIC to have a thicker weather strip/brush.

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 knives stored in-between shelves. COS PIC pulled for washing. Advised PIC to not store knives in-between shelving.

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 floors, walls, ceilings, and sides of equipment needing a more detailed cleaning. Advised PIC to have a cleaning schedule.