Branchwater

5820 S Vickery, Cumming, GA 30040

American

License: Food Service

Last inspected: Jan 6, 2026

Score

Medium Risk

Inspectors have visited Branchwater three times, with records going back to 2024. The latest inspection on file is from Jan 6, 2026. A medium risk rating points to a few notable findings at the last inspection, though nothing severe.

The trend has been favorable: violation counts have eased from around six violations to closer to four violations per visit over the last few inspections.

When inspectors have written things up, “food-contact surfaces” has been the most frequent reason, cited two times.

Restaurants in Cumming average 91, so Branchwater trails the local norm. On the whole, the file is mixed but not concerning.

Inspections

Critical latest

Major latest

Minor latest

Inspection History

Jan 6, 2026

Routine

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

View 4 violations

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

Inspector notes: Inspector observed TCS foods being stored at temperatures above 41 degrees F in the outdoor walk-in cooler; see temp log. COS - PIC discarded. Corrective action: TCS foods shall be cold held at 41 degrees F or below.

511-6-1.04(6)(f)

4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Bar dish machine not dispensing sanitizer; 0 ppm Chlorine with test strip at plate level. COS - PIC discontinued use of Bar DM and will wash all dishes in the main kitchen DM. Corrective action: Chemical sanitizing DM shall dispense the sanitizer in the approved range.

511-6-1.05(6)(n)

4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Inspector observed mold-like growth on soda nozzles in main kitchen and bar; potato dicer with build-up of grease and debris. COS - PIC pulled nozzles to be washed, rinsed, and sanitized; PIC stated they will discontinue using current potato dicer. Corrective action: soda nozzles shall be cleaned at a frequency to preclude the accumulation of mold and soil.

511-6-1.05(7)(b)

15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean

Inspector notes: Inspector observed accumulations of mold-like growth and soil on the shelves and blower vents of the outdoor walk-in cooler. Corrective action: NFCS shall be cleaned at a frequency to preclude the accumulation of mold and soil.

511-6-1.05(7)(a)

Jul 9, 2024

Followup

6 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.

View 6 violations

18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present

Inspector notes: Flies in the kitchen. Advised PIC to eliminate flies. Note: exterior mesh fly curtain replaced.

511-6-1.07(5)(k)

11C - approved thawing methods used (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed box of grouper thawed in ROP packaging labeled to remove from packaging prior to thawing. COS- discarded

511-6-1.04(6)(c)

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

Inspector notes: Most current inspection report not posted. Advise PIC to keep most current inspection report posted.

511-6-1.02(1)(d)

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

Inspector notes: Observed freezer maintaining foods at 37F. Advised PIC to repair/replace freezer.

511-6-1.05(6)(q)

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

Inspector notes: Observed non food grade brush used for sauce. Advised PIC to use food grade utensil.

511-6-1.05(2)(a)

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

Inspector notes: Observed large wooden soup paddle worn. Per PIC it is no longer used. Advised PIC to discard or replace.

Jun 26, 2024

Routine

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

View 6 violations

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

Inspector notes: Raw chicken and raw pork, and beef stored next to and above ready-to-eat foods. Advised PIC that raw potentially hazardous foods shall be stored below ready-to-eat foods. COS relocated or discarded. Observed hamburger buns stored inside and on top off raw steak. COS- buns discarded.

511-6-1.04(4)(c)

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

Inspector notes: Observed potato dicer and other food prep units with a buildup of debris. Cclean sanitize devices to sight and touch.

511-6-1.05(7)(b)

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

Inspector notes: Three compartment sink sanitization solution not dispensing. 0ppm QAC for sani-buckets. Repair/replace sanitizing solution- kink in line.

8-2B - toxic substances properly identified, stored, used (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed magnesium powder for grill filter cleaning stored on prep table shelf next to clean cutting boards. COS- relocated.

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

Inspector notes: Observed 2 prep units in disrepair. Foods being stored in walk-in over night and on ice in units during rush times.

511-6-1.05(6)(a)

18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present

Inspector notes: Flies in kitchen. Advised PIC to eliminate flies. Replace/repair exterior fly curtain.

511-6-1.07(5)(k)

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Branchwater last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Branchwater on file is from Jan 6, 2026. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Branchwater?

Across the inspection record, “food-contact surfaces” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Branchwater.

How does Branchwater compare to other restaurants in Cumming?

Branchwater most recently scored 67 out of 100, which is lower than the Cumming average of 91.

Has Branchwater's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Branchwater have averaged around four violations per visit, down from roughly six earlier in the record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Branchwater means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.

How often is Branchwater inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Branchwater is inspected around two times per year on average.

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