Dallas, Paulding County

Sal's Pizza

308 MAIN ST DALLAS, GA 30132

Food
Latest score
75
Jun 10, 2026
City
Dallas
County
Paulding
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.

Jun 10, 2026

Routine

Score: 757 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: No

Observed opened container of raw chicken stored touching open container of cooked beef, and opened container of raw chicken tenders stored above cooked lasagna which was stored directly on opened container of raw chicken wings in lower unit of prep top cooler. CA: Food to be stored by internal cook temperature. COS: PIC rearranged cooler to separate raw from RTE food items.

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 TCS food items holding at a temperature greater than 41F in reach in cooler in front food service area. CA: Cold TCS food items to be maintained at 41F or below. COS: PIC stated food had been in cooler since day before therefore discarded. Internal thermometer reading at 55F. PIC notified to not use unit for TCS food items.

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 spray bottle containing liquid stored on shelf above single-service items. Spray bottle did not have label. CA: Working containers taken from bulk supplies shall have common name and be stored in designated area to prevent possible contamination. COS: PIC labeled bottle as sanitizer and moved to designated area.

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

Regulation: 511-6-1.07(3)(d) - handwashing signage (c)

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed no handwashing signage in restroom. CA: A sign or poster that notifies food employees to wash their hands shall be provided at all handwashing sinks used by food employees and shall be clearly visible to food employees.

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

Observed multiple clean dough pans stored directly on top of apron on floor in back of kitchen. CA: cleaned equipment and utensils, laundered linens, and single-service and single-use articles shall be stored in a clean, dry location; where they are not exposed to splash, dust, or other contamination; and at least 6 inches (15 centimeters) above the floor. COS: PIC moved dough pans to be re-cleaned and sanitized and stored properly.

17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean

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

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed walls in restroom covered in fake grass (not smooth or easily cleanable). CA: Walls, wall coverings, and ceilings shall be designed, constructed, and installed so they are smooth and easily cleanable.

17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean

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

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed raw wood flooring beneath kitchen equipment. Anti-slip covering was not in good repair. CA: Floors and floor coverings shall be designed, constructed, and installed so they are smooth and easily cleanable.

Dec 10, 2025

Routine

Score: 925 violations

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

Observed several items (sliced tomato's, cut spinach, opened cheese) with out date marking. CA: Refrigerated, ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared and held in a food establishment for more than 24 hours shall be clearly marked to indicate the date or day by which the food shall be consumed on the premises, sold, or discarded. COS: PIC discarded foods.

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

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

1 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Observed not the most recent inspection report posted in public view. CA:PIC will post this inspection report.

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

Regulation: 511-6-1.05(9)(c) - storage of soiled linens (c)

1 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Observed damp towels stored on prep top. CA:Soiled linens shall be kept in clean, nonabsorbent receptacles or clean, washable laundry bags and stored and transported to prevent contamination of food, clean equipment, clean utensils, and single-service and single-use articles. COS: PIC moved damp towel to soiled linin basket.

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: YesRepeat: No

Observed no sanitizer test strips in facility. CA: A test kit or other device that accurately measures the concentration in mg/L of sanitizing solutions shall be provided. COS: PIC will order test strips.

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 personal items stored on shelf above single use articles. CA: Areas designated for employees to eat, drink, use tobacco products and electronic devices shall be located so that food, equipment, linens, and single-service and single-use articles are protected from contamination. COS: PIC moved employee items to designated area.

Jun 6, 2025

Routine

Score: 912 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: Yes

Observed commercial can opener blade not cleaned at a frequency necessary to be rendered clean to sight and touch. CA: Equipment, food-contact surfaces, and utensils shall be clean to sight and touch. COS: PIC removed can opener to be detailed clean.

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

Regulation: 511-6-1.04(4)(z) - miscellaneous sources of contamination (c)

3 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Observed tray of prepared dough stored on top of open actively used trash can in front food service area. CA: Food shall be protected from contamination. COS: PIC moved container of dough to prep table.

Nov 25, 2024

Routine

Score: 932 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 commercial can opener blade not detailed properly to sight and touch. CA: PIC detailed the can opener to sight and touch.

18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present

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

3 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed several openings and light exposure on the bottom and side of the back door in the facility. CA: PIC to have door fixed with tight fittings to prevent pest.

May 23, 2024

Routine

Score: 971 violation

11A - proper cooling methods used: adequate equipment for temperature control

Regulation: 511-6-1.04(6)(e) - cooling methods (pf, c)

3 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Observed cooked chicken wings placed in prep top cooler with a tightly closed lid. CA: Chicken wings were uncovered and placed into walk in freezer to rapidly cool.