Monroe, Walton County

Sake Express

798 W SPRING ST MONROE, GA 30655

Food

Latest score

Apr 7, 2026

City

Monroe

County

Walton

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.

Apr 7, 2026

Routine

Score: 943 violations

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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 shrimp and scallops in 2 door reach-in coolers not covered when stored. CA food items must be covered when stored so as to prevent contamination. COS PIC covered items.

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: Yes

Ice build-up on freezer line in walk-in freezer.

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

Regulation: 511-6-1.05(6)(b) - cutting surfaces (c)

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Cutting board heavily marked/stained.

Sep 3, 2025

Routine

Score: 933 violations

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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 mold like substance on backboard inside ice machine. CA:PIC instructed to clean ice machine more frequently so as to prevent mold-like build-up. COS:PIC instructed employee to clean ice machine

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

Ice build-up on walk-in freezer condenser line, floor, & door frame

15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean

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

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Grease build-up in vent-hood. Increase cleaning frequency of vent-hood do as to prevent grease build-up

Feb 24, 2025

Routine

Score: 933 violations

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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: NoRepeat: No

Observed front drink machine ice chute dirty with build-up. CA: PIC instructed to increase cleaning frequency to prevent build-up

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

Regulation: 511-6-1.05(6)(q)1&3 - good repair & calibration (c)

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Multiple warped strainers and kitchen utensils in back of kitchen drying rack

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

Heavy grime, spills, food debris, etc. on floors, walls, ceilings throughout Main Kitchen area not cleaned at a high enough frequency

Jun 24, 2024

Routine

Score: 908 violations

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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

Broccoli and mushrooms on prep-table not properly re-sealed/covered>CA: PIC informed to cover/re-seal all food items when not in current use

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

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

4 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: Yes

Microwave and kitchen equipment accumulated with food debris/grease. (Can opener as well)>CA: PIC informed to increase cleaning frequency

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

Regulation: 511-6-1.05(6)(b) - cutting surfaces (c)

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Multiple cutting boards observed heavily scored

15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean

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

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: Yes

Heavy grime, spills, food debris, grease on floors, walls, ceilings, and vent hood throughout main kitchen area not cleaned at a high enough frequency

17B - garbage/refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained

Regulation: 511-6-1.06(5)(o),(p) - using drain plugs; maintaining refuse areas (c)

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Litter & trash in dumpster area

17B - garbage/refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained

Regulation: 511-6-1.06(5)(r),(s) - frequency, removal of refuse, recyclables and returnables often enough to minimize odors and attracting pests; receptacles or vehicles, removal from premises in approved manner (c)

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Litter & trash on dumpster floor attracting flies/pests

17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean

Regulation: 511-6-1.07(1)(a) - indoor materials (c)

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Carpet near ice machine in dry storage

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

Heavy grime, spills, food debris, grease on floors, walls, ceilings throughout main kitchen area not cleaned at a high enough frequency

Sep 25, 2023

Routine

Score: 857 violations

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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

Egg rolls in walk-in freezer, broccoli and rice in walk-in cooler not properly sealed/covered. C.A. PIC informed to properly seal/cover all food items when not in use.

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

Microwave and kitchen equipment accumulated with food debris, grease, etc., can opener too). C.A. PIC informed to increase cleaning frequency.

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

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

4 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: Yes

Quat sanitizer for 3-compartment sink & sanitizer buckets >500 PPM (too strong). C.A. PIC informed to dilute solution with water and contact technician for adjustments.

14A - in-use utensils: properly stored

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

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: Yes

Bowls and utensils stored in standing water at rice warmers. Store in water 130 degrees F or above.

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

To-go boxes not inverted and SS cups located on kitchen floor not stored at least 6 inches. above the ground.

15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean

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

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: Yes

Heavy grime, spills, food debris on NFC surfaces, worktable bottoms, and shelving throughout.

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

Heavy grime, spills, food debris etc., on floors, walls, ceilings throughout main kitchen area not cleaned at a high enough frequency.