Butcher Block Cafe

2550 Roosevelt Hwy, Manchester, GA 31816

Café / Breakfast

License: Food Service

Last inspected: Aug 13, 2025

Score

High Risk

Butcher Block Cafe has only two inspections on file, a thin record to work from. The newest entry in the record is dated Aug 13, 2025. A high risk tier suggests the facility had a rough recent inspection, with multiple violations on record.

Recent inspections have turned up more issues than earlier ones, averaging around eight violations lately compared to roughly six violations before.

Looking across the full record, “physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean” is the recurring theme, flagged two times.

That's lower than the typical Manchester restaurant, which scores around 88. Taken together, the history suggests a facility that has struggled with consistency.

Inspections

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Major latest

Minor latest

Inspection History

Aug 13, 2025

Routine

2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 4 minor violations.

View 8 violations

4-1A - food separated and protected

Inspector notes: Observed raw chicken stored on the top shelf next to RTE dressings and over hotdogs that were open. / Follow proper stacking order based on cooking temperatures to store food in cooler.

511-6-1.04(4)(c)

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

Inspector notes: Observed cloth towels being used to help dry pots and pans. / cleaned pans should be air dried on a smooth surface or shelf, not on a towel.

511-6-1.05(8)(a)

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

Inspector notes: Observed debris build up on the baffle wall of the ice machine. / Drain and clean the ice machine and put it on a regular cleaning schedule.

511-6-1.05(7)(b)

2-2D - adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible

Inspector notes: Observed full trash can blocking access to the handwashing sink as well as a grill scraper and food debris in the sink, / Keep hand sink free from obstructions at all times and do not use the sink for anything other than washing hands.

511-6-1.06(2)(o)

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

Inspector notes: No sanitizer registering in the 3 compartment sink. also, employee was making tea using the sanitizer sink./ Ensure proper sanitizer is used and use test strips to check concentration. DO NOT use the3 compartment sink to make tea or any other drink. This is for washing, rinsing and sanitizing pots and pans only.

511-6-1.05(6)(o)

17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean

Inspector notes: Observed interior of walk in unit doors damaged and missing cleanable covering over foam insulation, Repair interior of doors to provide smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable surface.

511-6-1.07(1)(a)

17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean

Inspector notes: Observed debris build up present on the fan covers of the walk-in cooler unit and all the shelves. / Clean often to prevent contamination.

511-6-1.07(2)(a)

17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean

Inspector notes: Observed damaged ceiling tiles in the kitchen. / Replace damaged tiles to ensure they sit flat on the grid to prevent pests.

511-6-1.07(2)(a)

Oct 16, 2024

Routine

2 major violations. 4 minor violations.

View 6 violations

1-2B - certified food protection manager

Inspector notes: Observed no CFSM documentation posted. CFSM documentation shall be posted at all times.

511-6-1.03(3)(c)

6-2 - proper date marking and disposition

Inspector notes: Observed raw food products within the walkin cooler without proper date markings. All food stored in cold holding shall have a label with the food product common name, prepared date, and discard by date.

511-6-1.04(6)(g)

14C - single-use/single-service articles: properly stored, used

Inspector notes: Observed plastic condiment containers being used as a scoop in onion powder, garlic powder, lemon pepper seasoning, and hot marinade seasoning. Single use items are not to be used as scoops. Proper scoops shall be used with the handle in an upright position.

511-6-1.05(6)(r)

17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean

511-6-1.07(5)(a)

17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean

Inspector notes: Observed accumulation of grease and debris beside and behind the fry/cook station. Clean floors at a frequency to prevent accumulations.

511-6-1.07(5)(a)

10D - food properly labeled; original container

Inspector notes: Observed food/food products out of its original container not labeled with its common name. All foods/food products removed from its original container shall be labeled with its common name.

511-6-1.04(4)(d)

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Butcher Block Cafe last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Butcher Block Cafe on file is from Aug 13, 2025. The public record contains two inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Butcher Block Cafe?

Across the inspection record, “physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Butcher Block Cafe.

How does Butcher Block Cafe compare to other restaurants in Manchester?

Butcher Block Cafe most recently scored 50 out of 100, which is lower than the Manchester average of 88.

Has Butcher Block Cafe's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Butcher Block Cafe have averaged around eight violations per visit, up from roughly six earlier in the record.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at Butcher Block Cafe means the most recent inspection flagged either critical violations or a substantial number of smaller ones. Diners may want to read the violation details before deciding to visit.

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