Firehouse of Calhoun

1131 S Wall St, Calhoun, GA 30701

American

License: Food Service

Last inspected: Dec 12, 2025

Score

Low Risk

Going back to 2024, Firehouse of Calhoun has four inspections in the public record. The most recent visit was on Dec 12, 2025. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.

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 “proper cold holding temperatures”, showing up five times.

Among Calhoun restaurants, the typical score is 82; Firehouse of Calhoun is comfortably above that bar. The record reflects steady performance over time.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Dec 12, 2025

Routine

1 critical violation. 1 corrected on site.

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

Inspector notes: Observed TCS foods cold holding above 41F in reach in cooler at front food service area (Sliced Corn beef 47F, sliced brisket 45F, sliced roast beef 44F). Ambient internal reach in cooler temperature: 37F. CA: TCS foods shall be coldheld at 41F or below. COS: CFSM discarded foods prepped over 4 hours prior. TCS foods prepped less than 2 hours prior were relocated to reach in freezer for rapid cooling. Final Temperature: sliced brisket 41F, sliced roast beef 40F.

511-6-1.04(6)(f)

Aug 8, 2025

Routine

1 critical violation. 1 corrected on site.

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

Inspector notes: Observed TCS foods coldhlding above 41F in reach in cooler (Sliced ham 49, sliced turkey 50). CA: TCS foods shall be cold held at 41F or below. COS: All TCS foods found to be coldholding above 41F and prepped over 4 hours prior were discarded. CFSM will monitor unit temperatures and will reduce overstacking of bagged meats.

511-6-1.04(6)(f)

Feb 3, 2025

Routine

3 critical violations. 1 minor violation. 2 corrected on site.

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6-1A - proper cold holding temperatures

Inspector notes: Observed improper cold holding of TCS food items in prep-top unit above 41 degrees. Sliced provolone 46 degrees, roast beef slices 52 degrees with prep date of 2/1 (inspection on 2/3), pastrami slices 53 degrees with prep date of 2/1 (inspection on 2/3). Ambient temperature of unit was 46-47 degrees F. Corrective action: CFSM was notified; per discussion with CFSM, the provolone was within time parameters. CFSM placed container of provolone cheese in ice bath. CFSM chose to discard roast beef and pastrami and replaced containers with new items and placed in ice bath. CFSM placed work order for unit.

511-6-1.04(6)(f)

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

Inspector notes: Observed improper cold holding of TCS food items in reach-in cooler beneath prep-top unit above 41 degrees. Steak strips 49-51 degrees with a prep date of 02/01/25 (inspection 02/03), and chicken strips 46-47 degrees with a prep date of 02/02/25 (inspection 02/03). Corrective action: CFSM was notified; CFSM chose to discard both containers of chicken strips and all three containers of steak strips. Discussed putting less product in prep containers. CFSM turned cooler temperature down.

511-6-1.04(6)(f)

6-1B - proper hot holding temperatures (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed container of meatballs not reheated to 165F. Meatballs in the middle container ranged from 108-112F. Corrective action: CFSM was notified; per discussion with CFSM, food items were within time parameters and were reheated to 165F in the microwave. Discussed making sure items are cooked to 165F in microwave before being placed in steam well.

511-6-1.04(6)(f)

15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean

Inspector notes: Observed exhaust fans in both men's and women's restroom with heavy dust accumulation. Corrective action: CFSM notified; employee assigned to clean.

511-6-1.05(7)(a)

Jun 11, 2024

Routine

2 critical violations. 2 corrected on site.

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5-1B - proper reheating procedures for hot holding (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed commercially pre-cooked chicken meatballs not reheated to minimum temperature of 135F, chicken meatballs ranged from (80F-120F).Corrective Action: CFSM was notified, chicken meatballs were placed back in microwave to be reheated to 135F.

511-6-1.04(5)(h)

5-1B - proper reheating procedures for hot holding (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed multiple tcs foods at steam table not reheated to 165F. Meatballs (112F-122F), chili (120F), potato soup (120F). Corrective Action: CFSM was notified, per discussion with CFSM food items were within time parameters and were reheated to 165F in the microwave. Discussed reheating foods in microwave to reach 165F before being placed on steam well.

511-6-1.04(5)(h)

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Firehouse of Calhoun last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Firehouse of Calhoun on file is from Dec 12, 2025. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Firehouse of Calhoun?

Across the inspection record, “proper cold holding temperatures” has been cited five times, more than any other issue at Firehouse of Calhoun.

How does Firehouse of Calhoun compare to other restaurants in Calhoun?

Firehouse of Calhoun most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is higher than the Calhoun average of 82.

Has Firehouse of Calhoun's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Firehouse of Calhoun have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Firehouse of Calhoun 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 Firehouse of Calhoun inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Firehouse of Calhoun is inspected around three times per year on average.

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