Cod Tail

1034 Gray Hwy, Macon, GA 31211

Seafood

License: Food Service

Last inspected: Apr 9, 2026

Score

Low Risk

Going back to 2024, Cod Tail has five inspections in the public record. The most recent visit was on Apr 9, 2026. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.

Recent inspections have turned up roughly the same number of issues each time, hovering near two violations per visit.

The most common issue across all inspections has been “single-use/single-service articles”, showing up three times.

Compared to other Macon restaurants (averaging 91), there's room to close the gap. There isn't much in the file that would give a customer pause.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Apr 9, 2026

Routine

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

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

Inspector notes: EHS observed unmarked white bottle filled with unknown fluid stored on drying rack next to 3C sink. Working containers used for storing poisonous or toxic materials such as cleaners and sanitizers taken from bulk supplies shall be clearly and individually identified with the common name of the material. PIC labeled bottle.

511-6-1.07(6)(b)

17D - adequate ventilation and lighting; designated areas used

Inspector notes: EHS observed: -bag, jacket stored atop oil storage rack -rubix cube, drill, personal cups/bowls stored with customer items on drying rack -bin of employee-only items stored on top rack above customer food in WIC. Lockers or other suitable facilities shall be located in a designated room or area where contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens and single-service and single-use articles cannot occur. PIC to appropriately separate employee items.

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

Inspector notes: EHS observed: -cardboard lining used on prep line for shelving in drying rack, customer prep area, oil storage rack -single service cups used as scoops in flour, sugar Single-service and single-use articles may not be reused. PIC to discard cardboard, cups; if lining is needed a smooth, nonabsorbent, cleanable material must be used.

511-6-1.05(6)(r)

Aug 26, 2025

Routine

1 minor violation.

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

Inspector notes: EHS observed: -cardboard lining used on prep line for shelving -single service cups used as scoops in flour, sugar Single-service and single-use articles may not be reused. PIC to discard cardboard; if lining needed a smooth, nonabsorbent, cleanable material must be used.

Jan 29, 2025

Routine

3 minor violations.

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

Inspector notes: EHS observed cardboard box lining used on prep line for shelving. Single-service and single-use articles may not be reused. PIC to discard cardboard; if lining needed a smooth, nonabsorbent, cleanable material must be used.

511-6-1.05(6)(r)

15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean

Inspector notes: EHS observed interior top of service line had significant buildup of food debris, grease. Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be kept free of an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris. PIC to clean area, maintain.

511-6-1.05(7)(a)

17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean

Inspector notes: EHS observed vent slats of grill hood with grease buildup, dripping down flashing below. The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean and by methods that prevent contamination of food products. PIC to increase cleaning frequency, maintain.

511-6-1.07(5)(a)

Jul 10, 2024

Routine

1 critical violation. 3 minor violations.

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2-1B - hands clean and properly washed

Inspector notes: EHS observed employee not using soap in the hand sink. Employee only used water and then spit in the hand sink. Corrective action- PIC needs to re train employees about properly washing their hands.

511-6-1.03(5)(b)

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

Inspector notes: EHS observed food items being stored in bread wrapping paper. Also, there was a single use glove in the prep top cooler. Corrective action- PIC needs to make sure that employees are not reusing single use items. Items should be used one time and properly discarded.

511-6-1.05(6)(r)

15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean

Inspector notes: EHS observed the inside of the warmer was rusty and needed to be properly cleaned and also had leftover food debris. Corrective action- PIC needs to make sure that all equipment is being properly washed to reduce any rust or food build up on equipment being used in the facility.

511-6-1.05(7)(a)

17D - adequate ventilation and lighting; designated areas used

Inspector notes: EHS observed two black bags being store with to go plates. Also in the reach in cooler a employee was storing their lunch where they store the food items that they serve the public. Corrective action- PIC needs to create a designated area for employee items.

511-6-1.07(4)(b)

May 9, 2024

Initial

1 minor violation.

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15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean

Inspector notes: EHS observed inside the prep table top that there was food debris on the corner of the prep table and in between the containers. Corrective action- PIC needs to make sure that they are routinely cleaning around the prep top table to keep any food debris from building up inside of the prep table.

511-6-1.05(7)(d)

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Cod Tail last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Cod Tail on file is from Apr 9, 2026. The public record contains five inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Cod Tail?

Across the inspection record, “single-use/single-service articles” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Cod Tail.

How does Cod Tail compare to other restaurants in Macon?

Cod Tail most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is lower than the Macon average of 91.

Has Cod Tail's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Cod Tail have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Cod Tail means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.

How often is Cod Tail inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Cod Tail is inspected around three times per year on average.

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