Emmy Squared

199 Prince Ave, Athens, GA 30601

Pizza

License: Food Service

Last inspected: Jan 14, 2026

Score

Low Risk

The health department has logged four inspections at Emmy Squared, the earliest from 2024. Emmy Squared was last inspected on Jan 14, 2026. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.

Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with counts hovering near two violations per visit.

Looking across the full record, “adequate ventilation and lighting” is the recurring theme, flagged two times.

Among Athens restaurants, the typical score is 88; Emmy Squared is comfortably above that bar. Overall, the inspection record reads well.

Inspections

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Major latest

Minor latest

Inspection History

Jan 14, 2026

Routine

1 minor violation.

View 1 violation

10D - food properly labeled; original container

Inspector notes: Observed bulk flours in prep kitchen with no label to identify contents. Observed working containers of oil (2) and salt (1) on shelf over prep surface in prep kitchen with no label to identify contents.

511-6-1.04(4)(d)

Jul 21, 2025

Routine

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

View 2 violations

5-2 - consumer advisory provided for raw and undercooked foods

Inspector notes: Complete consumer advisory is not correct on main or lunch menus, missing disclosure and reminder statement in call capital letters. Menu tent on tables missing all part of consumer advisory for burger. CA: All items served raw or undercooked must have proper disclosure and reminder statement on all menus. See handout for more information (left with CFSM).

511-6-1-.04(7)(e)

2-2B - proper eating, tasting, drinking, or tobacco use (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed employee reusable water bottles stored on shelf in prep kitchen and on counter at bar. CA: Employee drinks in kitchen must be in a disposable cup with a lid and straw, stored below and separate from all storage and prep areas. Both drinks relocated - COS.

511-6-1.03(5)(k)

Jan 16, 2025

Routine

1 critical violation. 1 minor violation. 1 corrected on site.

View 2 violations

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

Inspector notes: Observed cooked ready-to-eat (RTE) chicken wings in main kitchen make table #2 with a prep date of 1/8, not discarded after 7 days on 1/14. Corrective action (CA): RTE time/temperature control for safety (TCS) foods must be used or discarded within 7 days. Wings discarded.

511-6-1.04(6)(h)

17D - adequate ventilation and lighting; designated areas used

Inspector notes: Observed employee phone on shelf over prep surface in prep room. Store all employee items below and separate from food prep surfaces.

511-6-1.07(5)(j)

Jun 12, 2024

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 mold growth in ice scoop container next to ice machine. CA: Ice scoop container must be cleaned and sanitized often enough to prevent mold growth. Items removed from use to be washed and sanitized.

511-6-1.05(7)(b)

4-2A - food stored covered (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed bags of flour and cocoa powder not properly resealed and stored in a way to protect from contamination. Corrective action (CA): Foods must be stored covered or resealed properly. Bags resealed.

511-6-1.04(4)(c)

17D - adequate ventilation and lighting; designated areas used (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Employee food in server prep cooler stored over customer food. Employee food relocated to bottom shelf.

511-6-1.07(5)(j)

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Emmy Squared last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Emmy Squared on file is from Jan 14, 2026. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Emmy Squared?

Across the inspection record, “adequate ventilation and lighting” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Emmy Squared.

How does Emmy Squared compare to other restaurants in Athens?

Emmy Squared most recently scored 95 out of 100, which is higher than the Athens average of 88.

Has Emmy Squared's inspection record improved over time?

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

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Emmy Squared 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 Emmy Squared inspected?

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

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