Fat Shack

6199 Hwy 92 Ste 200, Acworth, GA 30102

American

License: Food Service

Last inspected: Mar 8, 2026

Score

Medium Risk

The health department has logged four inspections at Fat Shack, the earliest from 2024. Inspectors last stopped by on Mar 8, 2026. When a facility lands in medium risk territory, it usually means a mixed inspection result.

The trend has not been favorable: recent inspections average around four violations each, up from closer to two violations before.

Across the inspection history, “physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded three times.

By comparison, the average Acworth facility scores 93, putting Fat Shack on the weaker side. Taken together, the history looks like that of a busy facility working through the usual inspection cycle.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Mar 8, 2026

Routine

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

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

Inspector notes: Observed knife stored as clean but visibly dirty. Knife strip was also visibly dirty with rust accumulations. COS by washing knife. Ridged knife strips must be changed with an all stainless steel strip for easy cleaning.

511-6-1.05(7)(a)

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

Inspector notes: Observed several chemicals stored in unlabeled containers near mop 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. COS by labeling.

511-6-1.07(6)(b)

17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean

Inspector notes: Physical facility is in need of deep cleaning. Must clean the exterior, beneath, and behind all equipment (e.g., fryers, grills). Must also thoroughly clean mop sink area. The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean and by methods that prevent contamination of food products. *This has been a recurring issue over at least 3 inspections. Health Authority will follow-up on cleaning after 7 days. Failure to correct deficiency may result in facility being asked to close until proper cleaning can be conducted .

511-6-1.07(5)(a)

18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present

Inspector notes: Observed several small, flying insects in warewash/mop area. The presence of insects, rodents, and other pests shall be controlled to minimize their presence on the premises by: 1. Routinely inspecting incoming shipments of food and supplies; 2. Routinely inspecting the premises for evidence of pests; 3. Using methods, if pests are found, such as trapping devices or other means of pest control as specified under subsections (6)(e), (6)(m), and (6)(n) of this Rule; Pf and 4. Eliminating harborage conditions. Must increase pest control frequency and clean up area.

511-6-1.07(5)(k)

Oct 16, 2025

Routine

1 minor violation.

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17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean

Inspector notes: Physical facility is in need of deep cleaning. Must clean beneath and behind all equipment including hot water heater area. The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean and by methods that prevent contamination of food products.

511-6-1.07(5)(a)

Feb 3, 2025

Routine

2 major violations. 2 corrected on site.

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

Inspector notes: Observed quat sanitizer in buckets and at 3-compartment sink at 0 ppm. Bag containing liquid chemical was empty. COS by replacing chemicals. Sanitizer dispensed at 300 ppm.

511-6-1.05(6)(n)

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

Inspector notes: Observed milkshake mixer visibly dirty and not being cleaned at required frequency. Mixer had not been used today. Food contact surfaces of in-use equipment must be washed at least once every 4 hours. COS by washing and sanitizing.

511-6-1.05(7)(b)

Jun 17, 2024

Routine

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

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6-1A - proper cold holding temperatures (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed time/temperature control for safety (TCS) foods in prep top/reach-in unit being cold held above 41°F. Ambient temperature of cooler was 41°F with the temperatures of TCS foods ranging between 43-47°F. TCS foods must be cold held at 41°F or below. COS by moving food to another cooler. Kitchen area is fairly hot and is likely contributing to the temperature abuse. Ambient temperature of cooler must be lowered to around 35°F to help compensate for the heat in kitchen. Make sure to keep lids closed when not in active use.

511-6-1.04(6)(f)

17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean

Inspector notes: Kitchen is in need of deep cleaning. Must clean beneath/behind all equipment, clean walls in 3-compartment sink and mop sink area, and regrout floors where low grout is present.

511-6-1.07(5)(a)

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Fat Shack last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Fat Shack on file is from Mar 8, 2026. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Fat Shack?

Across the inspection record, “physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Fat Shack.

How does Fat Shack compare to other restaurants in Acworth?

Fat Shack most recently scored 74 out of 100, which is lower than the Acworth average of 93.

Has Fat Shack's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Fat Shack have averaged around four violations per visit, up from roughly two earlier in the record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Fat Shack 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 Fat Shack inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Fat Shack is inspected around two times per year on average.

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