Cotto Modern Italian
Last inspected: Mar 17, 2026
74
Score
Public records show four inspections at Cotto Modern Italian stretching back to 2024. On Mar 17, 2026, the health department conducted the most recent visit. When a facility lands in medium risk territory, it usually means a mixed inspection result.
Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near four violations each time.
When inspectors have written things up, “nonfood-contact surfaces clean” has been the most frequent reason, cited four times.
That's lower than the typical Atlanta restaurant, which scores around 90. On the whole, the file is mixed but not concerning.
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Inspections
0
Critical latest
1
Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 17, 2026
Routine
1 major violation. 4 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.
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4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Food debris was observed on the blade of the vegetable slicer and can opener stored inside the food prep area of the kitchen. CA Equipment food-contact surfaces and utensils shall be clean to sight and touch. COS The slicer and can opener was removed and placed inside the dishwasher.
511-6-1.05(7)(a)
4-2A - food stored covered
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: A container of fries, lemon and salt and pepper mix stored on the prep line was observed not covered. CA Food items must be stored covered. COS Container lids were placed on the food items.
511-6-1.04(4)(c)
10D - food properly labeled; original container
Inspector notes: Several sauce squeeze bottles stored inside the prep unit and top reach in cooler on the prep line was observed not labeled. CA Food items must be labeled to include the common name of the food item.
511-6-1.04(7)(c)
15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: Grease build up was observed on the hood above the grill on the prep line. CA: Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be cleaned at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil residues.
511-6-1.05(7)(d)
15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: A build up of dust was observed on an operational fan stored inside the bar. CA The fan must be cleaned and or replaced.
511-6-1.05(7)(d)
74
Apr 24, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 3 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.
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6-1A - proper cold holding temperatures
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: TCS food items stored inside the prep units on the prep line held cold holding temperatures above 41F. CA TCS food items must maintain cold holding temperatures at 41F or below to prevent foodborne illnesses. COS TCS food items were stored on ice or discarded.
511-6-1.04(6)(f)
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: The sanitizer buckets throughout the kitchen and bar tested at 0PPM. CA The concentration of the sanitizer buckets must test at 50PPM for chlorine or 200PPM for QAC. COS The sanitizer buckets tested at 50PPM for chlorine.
511-6-1.05(6)(n)
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: Food debris was observed inside the blade of potato slicer stored on the wall above the prep sink. A white substance was observed in between the door of the ice machine. CA Equipment must be sanitized to prevent contamination. COS The slicer was removed and an employee is in the process of sanitizing the ice machine.
511-6-1.05(7)(a)
11D - thermometers provided and accurate
Inspector notes: Thermometers were observed not available inside the prep units. CA Thermometers are needed inside the prep units to ensure TCS food items are maintaining cold holding temperatures at 41F or below.
511-6-1.05
15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: Grease build up was observed on the hood above the grill on the prep line. CA The hoods must be clean when needed.
511-6-1.05(7)(d)
15A - food and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, and used
Inspector notes: A slow leak was observed on the pipe inside the walk in cooler near the fans/compressor. The door was broken on the reach in cooler drawers underneath the grill. CA Equipment must be in good condition to prevent contamination.
511-6-1.05(2)(a)
17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean
Inspector notes: Food debris and grease accumulation was observed on the floor and walls on the prep line. A floor tile was missing on the prep line near the grill. CA Physical facilities must be maintained and in good repair.
511-6-1.07(5)(a)
55
Oct 31, 2024
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 corrected on site.
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6-1B - proper hot holding temperatures
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: The gouda macaroni and cheese held hot holding temperatures inside the steam well at 114F. The queso held hot holding temperatures inside the steam well at 132F. CA TCS food items must maintain hot holding temperatures at 135F or above. COS The food items were reheated to 165F and above.
511-6-1.04(6)(f)
86
Apr 2, 2024
Routine
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.
View 3 violations
6-1A - proper cold holding temperatures
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: TCS food items stored inside the right top portion of the prep unit in front of the grill and a container of ribs stored inside the walk in cooler held cold holding temperatures above 41F. CA TCS food items must maintain temperatures at 41F or below to prevent foodborne illnesses. COS TCS food items were discarded.
511-6-1.04(6)(f)
15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: A heavy accumulation of dust was observed on the fire suspension system located above an open container of fries and flour stored on the prep table. CA Equipment must be sanitized and clean to prevent contamination. COS An employee is in the process of cleaning the unit.
511-6-1.05(7)(d)
17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean
Inspector notes: Mold was observed along the perimeter of the wall inside the dishwasher room of the kitchen. Missing floor tiles were observed near the dishwasher. The walk in cooler door toward the bottom of the unit was observed cracked. CA Physical facilities must be maintained and in good repair.
511-6-1.07(5)(a)
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Cotto Modern Italian last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Cotto Modern Italian on file is from Mar 17, 2026. The public record contains four inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Cotto Modern Italian?
Across the inspection record, “nonfood-contact surfaces clean” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Cotto Modern Italian.
How does Cotto Modern Italian compare to other restaurants in Atlanta?
Cotto Modern Italian most recently scored 74 out of 100, which is lower than the Atlanta average of 90.
Has Cotto Modern Italian's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Cotto Modern Italian have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Cotto Modern Italian 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 Cotto Modern Italian inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Cotto Modern Italian is inspected around two times per year on average.
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