Dagu Rice Noodle
Last inspected: Apr 2, 2026
82
Score
Dagu Rice Noodle appears in inspection records three times, starting in 2024. Dagu Rice Noodle was last inspected on Apr 2, 2026. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.
Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near three violations each time.
When inspectors have written things up, “contamination prevented during food preparation” has been the most frequent reason, cited two times.
That falls roughly in the middle of the pack for Doraville restaurants. The record reflects steady performance over time.
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Inspections
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Critical latest
0
Major latest
4
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 2, 2026
Routine
4 minor violations. 3 corrected on site.
View 4 violations
14A - in-use utensils: properly stored
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed two in-use rice scoops stored in containers of room-temperature water next to the rice cooker. In-Use Utensils, Between-Use Storage (C) (k)Storage of In-Use Utensils. During pauses in food preparation or dispensing, food preparation and dispensing utensils shall be stored: 1.Except as specified under paragraph 2 of this subsection, in the food with their handles above the top of the food and the container; 2.In food that is not time/temperature control for safety food with their handles above the top of the food within containers or equipment that can be closed, such as bins of sugar, flour, or cinnamon; 3.On a clean portion of the food preparation table or cooking equipment only if the in-use utensil and the food-contact surface of the food preparation table or cooking equipme...
511-6-1.04(4)(k)
11A - proper cooling methods used: adequate equipment for temperature control
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed a large pan of rice cooling at room temperature on a rack in the main kitchen, with a measured temperature of 68°F. Cooling Methods (Pf, C) (e) Cooling Methods. 1. Cooling shall be accomplished in accordance with the time and temperature criteria specified under DPH Rule 511-6-1-.04(6)(d) by using one or more of the following methods depending on the type of food being cooled: (i) Placing the food in shallow pans; Pf (ii) Separating the food into smaller or thinner portions; Pf (iii) Using rapid cooling equipment; Pf (iv) Stirring the food in a container placed in an ice water bath; Pf (v) Using containers that facilitate heat transfer; Pf (vi) Adding ice as an ingredient; Pf or (vii) Other effective methods. Pf PIC moved rice to walk in cooler to rapidly cool.
511-6-1.04(6)(e)
12A - contamination prevented during food preparation, storage, display
Inspector notes: Observed 4 boxes of frozen meat stored directly on the floor of the walk-in freezer. Food Storage (C) (q) Food Storage. 1. Except as specified in paragraphs 2 and 3 of this subsection, food shall be protected from contamination by storing the food: (i) In a clean, dry location; (ii) Where it is not exposed to splash, dust, or other contamination; and (iii) At least 6 inches (15 cm) above the floor. 2. Food in packages and working containers may be stored less than 6 inches (15 cm) above the floor on case lot handling equipment if the equipment can be moved by hand or by conveniently available apparatuses such as hand trucks and forklifts. 3. Pressurized beverage containers, cased food in waterproof containers such as bottles or cans, and milk containers in plastic crates may be stored o...
511-6-1.04(4)(q)
12C - wiping cloths: properly used and stored
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed 4 wiping cloths stored on countertops outside of sanitizer buckets throughout main kitchen. Cloths in-use for wiping counters and other equipment surfaces shall be: (i) Held between uses in a chemical sanitizer solution at a concentration specified under DPH Rule 511-6-1-.05(6)(n); PIC placed wet wiping cloths inside sanitizer buckets.
511-6-1.04(4)(m)
82
Sep 30, 2025
Routine
1 major violation. 2 minor violations. 3 corrected on site.
View 3 violations
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed black organic substance lining inside rim of ice machine. Equipment, Food-Contact Surfaces,& Utensils (Pf) (7) Cleaning of Equipment and Utensils. (a) Equipment, Food-Contact Surfaces, and Utensils. 1. Equipment food-contact surfaces and utensils shall be clean to sight and touch. Pf. PIC voluntarily started discarding ice in ice machine and instructed food service employees to thoroughly clean and sanitize ice machine.
511-6-1.05(7)(a)
12A - contamination prevented during food preparation, storage, display
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed 3 bins of raw meat in the walk-in cooler stored directly on floor. Food Storage (C) (q) Food Storage. 1. Except as specified in paragraphs 2 and 3 of this subsection, food shall be protected from contamination by storing the food: (i) In a clean, dry location; (ii) Where it is not exposed to splash, dust, or other contamination; and (iii) At least 6 inches (15 cm) above the floor. COS: PIC lifted bins of raw meat off the floor of the walk in cooler.
511-6-1.04(4)(q)
12C - wiping cloths: properly used and stored
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed 3 wiping cloths stored in sanitizer bucket with a concentration of 0ppm chlorine. Cloths in-use for wiping counters and other equipment surfaces shall be: (i) Held between uses in a chemical sanitizer solution at a concentration specified under DPH Rule 511-6-1-.05(6)(n); and COS: PIC remade sanitizer solution in bucket. Sanitizer solution retested with a concentration of 50ppm chlorine.
511-6-1.04(4)(m)
82
Oct 4, 2024
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 major violation.
View 2 violations
4-1A - food separated and protected
Inspector notes: Raw chicken stored directly above lettuce inside of walk in cooler.
511-6-1.04(4)(c)
6-2 - proper date marking and disposition
Inspector notes: Foods not date marked inside of cooling units (cooked eggs and sauces).
511-6-1.04(6)(g)
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Dagu Rice Noodle last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Dagu Rice Noodle on file is from Apr 2, 2026. The public record contains three inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Dagu Rice Noodle?
Across the inspection record, “contamination prevented during food preparation” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Dagu Rice Noodle.
How does Dagu Rice Noodle compare to other restaurants in Doraville?
Dagu Rice Noodle most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is about the same as the Doraville average of 80.
Has Dagu Rice Noodle's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Dagu Rice Noodle have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Dagu Rice Noodle means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.
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