Budgetel Inn & Suites (Food Service)

11 Edelweiss Strasse, Helen, GA 30545

Catering

License: Food Service

Last inspected: Apr 22, 2026

Score

Medium Risk

The health department has logged three inspections at Budgetel Inn & Suites (Food Service), the earliest from 2024. On Apr 22, 2026, the health department conducted the most recent visit. A medium risk score generally means inspectors found things to fix, though most weren't urgent.

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

“Certified food protection manager” comes up most often, recorded four times in the inspection record.

The city-wide average sits at 95, which Budgetel Inn & Suites (Food Service)'s 64 doesn't quite reach. The inspection history reads as standard for a restaurant of this size.

Inspections

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Major latest

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Inspection History

Apr 22, 2026

Routine

4 major violations. 1 minor violation.

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2-2D - adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible

Inspector notes: HAND SINK DOES NOT HAVE ANY SOAP OR PAPER TOWELS AT STATION. HAND SINK MUST BE STOCKED WITH THE PROPER SUPPLIES AT ALL TIMES.

511-6-1.07(3)(a)

2-2D - adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible

Inspector notes: HAND SINK WAS COVERED BY DISHES AND BOXES MAKING IT INACCESSIBLE. HAND SINK MUST BE ACCESSIBLE TO STAFF AT ALL TIMES.

511-6-1.06(2)(o)

1-2B - certified food protection manager

Inspector notes: NO CERTIFIED FOOD SAFETY MANAGER EMPLOYEED AT THE ESTABLISHMENT. AT LEAST ONE STAFF MEMBER MUST BE A CERTIFIED FOOD SAFETY MANAGER AND THE CERTIFICATE MUST BE POSTED.

511-6-1.03(3)(a)

1-2B - certified food protection manager

Inspector notes: NO CERTIFIED FOOD SAFETY MANAGER EMPLOYEED AT THE ESTABLISHMENT. AT LEAST ONE STAFF MEMBER MUST BE A CERTIFIED FOOD SAFETY MANAGER AND THE CERTIFICATE MUST BE POSTED.

511-6-1.03(3)(a)

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

Inspector notes: MOST RECENT INSPECTION NOT POSTED FOR PUBLIC VIEW. INSPECTION MUST BE POSTED FOR THE PUBLIC TO EASILY VIEW.

511-6-1.02(1)(d)

Jun 25, 2025

Routine

2 major violations.

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1-2B - certified food protection manager

Inspector notes: NO FOOD CERTIFICATION POSTED ANYWHERE IN ESTABLISHMENT. A CERTIFIED FOOD SAFETY MANAGER MUST BE HIRED ON STAFF AT ALL TIMES AND THE CERTIFICATE MUST BE POSTED.

511-6-1.03(3)(a)

2-2D - adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible

Inspector notes: HAND SINK DOES NOT HAVE SOAP OR PAPER TOWELS AT STATION. SINK COVERED IN DISHES AND BOXES, INACCESSIBLE. PLACE HANDWASHING SOAP AND TOWELS AND CLEAN OFF ITEMS TO ALLOW ACCESS.

511-6-1.06(2)(o)

Jul 26, 2024

Routine

5 major violations. 1 minor violation.

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1-2A - pic present, demonstrates knowledge, performs duties

Inspector notes: NO STAFF IN LOBBY OR KITCHEN. STAFF MUST BE PRESENT TO MONITOR BREAKFAST AT ALL TIMES THAT THE BREAKFAST IS OPEN.

511-6-1.03(2)

1-2B - certified food protection manager

Inspector notes: NO FOOD CERTIFICATION POSTED ANYWHERE IN ESTABLISHMENT. A CERTIFIED FOOD SAFETY MANAGER MUST BE HIRED ON STAFF AT ALL TIMES AND THE CERTIFICATE MUST BE POSTED. OBTAIN WITHIN 30 DAYS.

511-6-1.03(3)(a)

2-2D - adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible

Inspector notes: HAND SINK DOES NOT HAVE SOAP OR PAPER TOWELS AT STATION. SINK COVERED IN DISHES AND BOXES, INACCESSIBLE. PLACE HANDWASHING SOAP AND TOWELS AND CLEAN OFF JUNK TO ALLOW ACCESS WITHIN 24 HOURS

511-6-1.06(2)(o)

12D - washing fruits and vegetables

Inspector notes: VEGETABLE SINK IS FILLED WITH BOTTLES OF BLEACH. SINK IS FOR WASHING FRUITS AND VEGETABLES ONLY.

511-6-1.04(4)(g)

15B - warewashing facilities: installed, maintained, used; test strips

Inspector notes: NO TEST STRIPS AVAILABLE TO SHOW INSPECTOR. TEST STRIPS MUST BE AVAILABLE FOR SANITIZER AT ALL TIMES.

511-6-1.05(3)(h)

15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean

Inspector notes: CABINETS UNDER SERVING COUNTER OVSERVED TO BE DIRTY TO SIGHT AND TOUCH WITH FOOD RESIDUE AND WHAT APPEARS TO BE ROACH FECES. FOOD BOXES ARE STORED IN THESE CABINETS. CABINETS MUST BE CLEANED OUT ENTIRELY AND SANITIZED TO MAINTAIN A SAFE STORAGE ENVIRONMENT FOR FOOD. CLEAN ENTIRELY WITHIN 10 DAYS.

511-6-1.05(7)(d)

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Budgetel Inn & Suites (Food Service) last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Budgetel Inn & Suites (Food Service) on file is from Apr 22, 2026. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Budgetel Inn & Suites (Food Service)?

Across the inspection record, “certified food protection manager” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Budgetel Inn & Suites (Food Service).

How does Budgetel Inn & Suites (Food Service) compare to other restaurants in Helen?

Budgetel Inn & Suites (Food Service) most recently scored 64 out of 100, which is lower than the Helen average of 95.

Has Budgetel Inn & Suites (Food Service)'s inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Budgetel Inn & Suites (Food Service) have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Budgetel Inn & Suites (Food Service) 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 Budgetel Inn & Suites (Food Service) inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Budgetel Inn & Suites (Food Service) is inspected around two times per year on average.

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