Carolina Ale House

203 Robert C. Daniel Pkwy, Augusta, GA 30909

Bar / Pub

License: Food Service

Last inspected: Jan 12, 2026

Score

Medium Risk

Carolina Ale House appears in inspection records five times, starting in 2024. On Jan 12, 2026, the health department conducted the most recent visit. When a facility lands in medium risk territory, it usually means a mixed inspection result.

There hasn't been much movement either way: counts have stayed near four violations per visit across recent inspections.

Across the inspection history, “utensils, equipment and linens” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded three times.

Carolina Ale House's latest score of 70 falls below the Augusta average of 89. The record is unremarkable in either direction.

Inspections

Critical latest

Major latest

Minor latest

Inspection History

Jan 12, 2026

Routine

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

View 4 violations

6-2 - proper date marking and disposition (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed containers of chicken (1/10/26) and ham (1/10/26) stored past use by dates. C/A: Monitor date markings and ensure food items are properly discarded.

511-6-1.04(6)(h)

2-2A - management knowledge, responsibilities, reporting

Inspector notes: Observed no employee health reporting agreements for staff actively working in the facility. C/A: Ensure all employees read, understand, and signs an agreement.

511-6-1.03(4)(a)(b)(c)(e)(f)

14A - in-use utensils: properly stored (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed the utensil improperly stored in a container of Cole Slaw. C/A: Ensure when storing with food, utensil handles are above the food and the container.

511-6-1.04(4)(k)

14B - utensils, equipment and linens: properly stored, dried, handled

Inspector notes: Observed wet nesting of clean dishes. C/A: Allow dishes to properly air dry before stacking.

511-6-1.05(10)(a)

Jul 8, 2025

Routine

4 minor violations.

View 4 violations

14B - utensils, equipment and linens: properly stored, dried, handled

Inspector notes: Observed wet nesting of clean dishes. C/A: Allow dishes to properly air dry before stacking.

511-6-1.05(10)(a)

16C - sewage and waste water properly disposed

Inspector notes: Observed standing water in back storage area. C/A: Clean up standing water and ensure drain is functioning properly.

511-6-1.06(4)(a)

18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present

Inspector notes: Observed flies throughout the establishment. C/A: Consult w/ a licensed pest control operator to get rid of flies.

511-6-1.07(5)(k)

12B - personal cleanliness

Inspector notes: Observed an employee wearing a bracelet during active food prep. C/A: Only a plain band ring may be worn on arms/wrists during active food prep.

511-6-1.03(5)(g)

Jan 13, 2025

Routine

4 minor violations.

View 4 violations

12B - personal cleanliness

Inspector notes: Observed an employee not wearing a beard restraint during active food prep. C/A: Ensure employees w/ beards greater than 1/2" wear beard restraints during active food prep.

511-6-1.03(5)(j)

12B - personal cleanliness

Inspector notes: Observed an employee wearing a bracelet during active food prep. C/A: No jewelry can be worn on arms/wrist during active food prep.

511-6-1.03(5)(g)

14B - utensils, equipment and linens: properly stored, dried, handled

Inspector notes: Observed wet nesting of clean dishes. C/A: Allow dishes to properly air dry before being stacked.

511-6-1.05(10)(a)

17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean

Inspector notes: Observed buildup on the ceiling tiles/vents throughout the kitchen. C/A: Clean all ceiling tiles/vents. Increase cleaning frequency to limit buildup.

511-6-1.07(2)(a)

Jul 9, 2024

Routine

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

View 5 violations

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

Inspector notes: Observed black buildup around the drink machine. C/A: Clean buildup. Increase cleaning frequency.

4-2A - food stored covered

Inspector notes: Observed several food items not covered throughout the main kitchen. C/A: Ensure all food items are covered to prevent contamination.

14B - utensils, equipment and linens: properly stored, dried, handled

Inspector notes: Observed clean dishes wet stacked. C/A: Allow dishes to properly air dry before stacking.

15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean

Inspector notes: Observed food & debris buildup on kitchen equipment. C/A: Clean all equipment. Increase cleaning frequency.

18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present

Inspector notes: Observed flies throughout the kitchen. C/A: Determine an approved method to deter & get rid of flies.

Jan 12, 2024

Routine

3 minor violations.

View 3 violations

14B - utensils, equipment and linens: properly stored, dried, handled

Inspector notes: Observed wet nesting of clean dishes. C/A: Allow clean dishes to properly air dry before stacking.

16A - hot and cold water available; adequate pressure

Inspector notes: Observed no available cold water at hand washing sink at the bar. C/A: Get hand washing sink fixed ASAP.

17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean

Inspector notes: Observed missing ceiling tiles throughout the main kitchen. Observed standing water throughout the main kitchen. Observed dust buildup on the vents throughout the main kitchen. C/A: Clean vents and standing water, and replace all missing ceiling tiles.

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Carolina Ale House last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Carolina Ale House on file is from Jan 12, 2026. The public record contains five inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Carolina Ale House?

Across the inspection record, “utensils, equipment and linens” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Carolina Ale House.

How does Carolina Ale House compare to other restaurants in Augusta?

Carolina Ale House most recently scored 70 out of 100, which is lower than the Augusta average of 89.

Has Carolina Ale House's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Carolina Ale House have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Carolina Ale House 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 Carolina Ale House inspected?

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

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