3 Squares Diner

523 W Shotwell St, Bainbridge, GA 39819

American

License: Food Service

Last inspected: May 13, 2025

Score

Low Risk

3 Squares Diner appears in inspection records three times, starting in 2024. The most recent visit was on May 13, 2025. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.

Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near three violations each time.

“Food stored covered” comes up most often, recorded two times in the inspection record.

That's lower than the typical Bainbridge restaurant, which scores around 91. There isn't much in the file that would give a customer pause.

Inspections

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Inspection History

May 13, 2025

Routine

3 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.

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4-2A - food stored covered (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed a large box of uncovered precut lettuce in WIC opened and two packs of ranch dressing laying on tope of the exposed lettuce. COS: CFSM covered the exposed box of lettuce.

511-6-1.04(4)(c)

12A - contamination prevented during food preparation, storage, display (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed two packs of ranch dressing laying on top of a large box of lettuce. The large box of lettuce was opened and the ranch dressing was laying inside of it. COS: CFSM removed the ranch dressing and removed the top layer of the cut lettuce.

511-6-1.04(4)(q)

15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean

Inspector notes: Observed soiled nonfood contact surfaces of screen monitor, toasters, fryers, coolers, waffle irons, shelves, etc. CFSM stated they will have everything cleaned within three to five days.

511-6-1.05(7)(d)

Oct 29, 2024

Routine

1 critical violation. 2 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.

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6-1A - proper cold holding temperatures (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Repeat Violation: Observed cold holding TCS (Temperature Controlled for Safety) foods above 41°F at food line. TCS foods must be cold held at 41°F or below. See temperature log for said items. Discussed with PIC Richard. He stated they are not using TPHC and I suggested they did. COS: Richard discarded the eggs.

17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean

Inspector notes: Observed soiled floors throughout kitchen area, dining area, and back area by WIC. Ceiling tile are still in the process of getting replaced. Will have floors cleaned within three to five days.

511-6-1.07(5)(a)

15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean

Inspector notes: Observed soiled nonfood contact surfaces of equipment under hood system, shelves, rolling carts, inside wooden cabinets, toasters, microwave, coolers, etc. Needs a deep cleaning. PIC/CFSM stated it will be done within three to five days.

511-6-1.05(7)(d)

Apr 25, 2024

Routine

2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation. 3 corrected on site.

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4-1A - food separated and protected (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Repeat Violation: Observed two large containers of raw chicken store above two containers of ready to eat sliced pickles. Can not store raw over ready to eat foods. COS: PIC corrected on site.

511-6-1.04(4)(c)

6-1A - proper cold holding temperatures (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed cold holding TCS (Temperature Controlled for Safety) foods above 41°F in walk in cooler. TCS foods must be cold held at 41° or below. See temperature log for said items. COS: PIC discarded all of the product. Items were discarded. PIC stated they will not use WIC until it is maintaining proper temperature. CFSM will have unit looked at.

511-6-1.04(6)(f)

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

Inspector notes: Observed soiled food contact surface of Manitowoc automatic ice machine. Observed black mildew inside unit. PIC will have it cleaned by 04/26/2024.

511-6-1.05(7)(a)

12C - wiping cloths: properly used and stored (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed wet wiping cloths used to wipe down prep tables, counters, and equipment not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Wet wiping cloths must be stored in sanitizing solution between uses. COS: PIC removed all wet wiping cloths.

511-6-1.04(4)(m)

Frequently Asked Questions

When was 3 Squares Diner last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at 3 Squares Diner on file is from May 13, 2025. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at 3 Squares Diner?

Across the inspection record, “food stored covered” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at 3 Squares Diner.

How does 3 Squares Diner compare to other restaurants in Bainbridge?

3 Squares Diner most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is lower than the Bainbridge average of 91.

Has 3 Squares Diner's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at 3 Squares Diner have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at 3 Squares Diner means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.

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