Blimpie
Last inspected: Sep 11, 2025
67
Score
With just one inspection in the record, there isn't enough history to establish a clear pattern. The newest entry in the record is dated Sep 11, 2025. A medium risk rating points to a few notable findings at the last inspection, though nothing severe.
Restaurants in Hiawassee average 91, so Blimpie trails the local norm.
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Inspections
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Critical latest
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Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Sep 11, 2025
Routine
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 2 corrected on site.
View 3 violations
6-1A - proper cold holding temperatures
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed sliced tomatoes, shredded lettuce, and spinach in prep top cooler on make line at 48F, 51F, and 52F, respectively. Advised PIC that cold TCS foods must be held at 41F or below. PIC discarded affected foods and replaced with new product at the appropriate temperatures.
511-6-1.04(6)(f)
6-1D - time as a public health control: procedures and records
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed meat cooler beside slicer not operational with TCS foods stored inside. PIC stated food items were held using time as a public health control. Establishment had no pre-approved procedures for TPHC, no records, and no time markings. Advised PIC that prior authorization must be given before beginning use of TPHC, written procedures must be available, and labels and records must be kept. PIC discarded foods in cooler and changed procedure to keep food in reach in cooler in the back of the kitchen until a repair could be made.
511-6-1.04(6)(i)
11D - thermometers provided and accurate
Inspector notes: Observed no probe type thermometer in establishment, which would be suitable for checking internal temperatures of food items. Advised PIC that a thermometer accurate to =/- 2F must be provided. PIC stated that a suitable thermometer would be purchased ASAP.
511-6-1.05(3)(g)
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Blimpie last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Blimpie on file is from Sep 11, 2025. The public record contains one inspection in total.
How does Blimpie compare to other restaurants in Hiawassee?
Blimpie most recently scored 67 out of 100, which is lower than the Hiawassee average of 91.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Blimpie means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.
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