Grayson's Steak & Seafood
Last inspected: May 7, 2026
67
Score
Across the available record, Grayson's Steak & Seafood has five inspections on file, the first dated 2024. On May 7, 2026, the health department conducted the most recent visit. A medium risk rating points to a few notable findings at the last inspection, though nothing severe.
The picture has gotten worse over the last few visits, with the average climbing from around four violations to closer to six violations.
Across the inspection history, “food-contact surfaces” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded three times.
Compared to other Newnan restaurants (averaging 86), there's room to close the gap. Nothing in the record is alarming, but there's room to improve.
5
Inspections
0
Critical latest
2
Major latest
4
Minor latest
Inspection History
May 7, 2026
Routine
2 major violations. 4 minor violations. 6 corrected on site.
View 6 violations
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed multiple washed containers with partial labels not removed and placed inside other containers. Labels shall be fully removed so containers are fully sanitized. Labels removed and containers rewashed and sanitized during inspection.
511-6-1.05(7)(a)
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed food build up on blade of can opener. Observed black mold-like build-up on soda nozzle in bar area. Can opener and soda nozzle sanitized during inspection. Food-contact surfaces shall be cleaned frequently to minimize accumulation.
511-6-1.05(7)(b)
18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed back door of main kitchen open during inspection. The outer openings of a food service establishment shall be protected from pests by having a solid, self-closing, tight-fitting doors. Door closed during inspection.
511-6-1.07(2)(m)
4-2A - food stored covered
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed multiple containers of prepared food stored uncovered. Food shall be covered to prevent contamination. Lids and wrappers added to containers during inspection.
511-6-1.04(4)(c)
14B - utensils, equipment and linens: properly stored, dried, handled
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed multiple metal and plastic containers wet stacked in main kitchen. Equipment shall be allowed to air dry before stacking. Containers separated during inspection.
511-6-1.05(10)(a)
18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed back door of main kitchen open during inspection. The outer openings of a food service establishment shall be protected from pests by having a solid, self-closing, tight-fitting doors. Door closed during inspection.
511-6-1.07(2)(m)
67
Oct 8, 2025
Routine
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 3 corrected on site.
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10D - food properly labeled; original container
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed three bags of spinach with a best if used by date 10/6 stored in walk-in cooler. Food items discarded during inspection. Expired food items shall be discarded.
511-6-1.04(8)(b)
8-2B - toxic substances properly identified, stored, used
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed sanitizer bucket and cleaner degreaser stored next to clean pans in main kitchen. Observed chemical spray stored next to glass cups at bar area. All chemicals moved to its designated location. Poisonous or toxic materials shall be stored so they cannot contaminate food, equipment, utensils, linens, and single-service and single-use articles.
511-6-1.07(6)(c)
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed food build up on blade can opener. PIC moved can opener to cleaned during inspection. Food-contact surfaces shall be cleaned frequently to minimize accumulation.
511-6-1.05(7)(a)
67
Jun 5, 2025
Routine
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 1 minor violation. 4 corrected on site.
View 5 violations
6-2 - proper date marking and disposition
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed mutiple food items stored in reach-in cooler and walk-in cooler exceeded 7 days such as; pasta sauces 5/27, 5/28, mango sauce 5/29, cucumber dill sauce 5/28, cheese balls 5/17, macaroni and cheese sauce 5/29, shredded mozzarella 5/28, mixed bruschetta 5/29, zucchini & squash 5/28, white sauce 5/29. PIC discarded all food items.
511-6-1.04(6)(h)
8-2B - toxic substances properly identified, stored, used
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed sanitizer tablets stored with clean dishes on a storage rack in main kitchen. PIC moved item during inspection. Poisonous or toxic materials shall be stored so they cannot contaminate food, equipment, utensils, linens, and single-service and single-use articles.
511-6-1.07(6)(c)
3-1D - required records: shellstock tags, parasite destruction
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed two containers of raw oysters stored in reach-in cooler with no visible tag/identity. PIC could not verify when oysters were received or used by. Oysters discarded during inspection. Molluscan shellfish tags shall remain attached to the container in which the shellstock are received until the container is empty.
511-6-1.04(3)(k)
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: Observed black build up in ice machine in main kitchen. Advised PIC that food contact surfaces shall be clean frequently to prevent build up.
511-6-1.05(7)(b)
18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed sticky fly trap stored hanging from single use items storage rack above hand wash sink. PIC removed device. Pest control devices shall not be hung in kitchen and devices shall be installed only by pest control company.
511-6-1.07(2)(k)
58
Dec 10, 2024
Routine
1 major violation. 2 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 3 violations
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed utensils not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized between uses. Chef was placing in-use utensil directly into sanitizing solution between uses, not allowing it to dry. Utensils should be allowed to air dry for proper sanitization. Utensils replaced during inspection.
511-6-1.05(7)(a)
12B - personal cleanliness
Inspector notes: Observed male employee cooking in kitchen without hair restraints or beard net. Hair restraints must be worn. Beard guard/restraints are being ordered for establishment.
511-6-1.03(5)(j)
18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present
Inspector notes: Observed multiple pest control devices hanging above two handwash sinks and clean dish storage in main kitchen. Pest control devices should not be hung in kitchen. Pest control devices removed during inspection.
511-6-1.07(2)(k)
82
Jun 20, 2024
Routine
1 minor violation. 1 corrected on site.
View 1 violation
11C - approved thawing methods used
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed fish thawed in vacuum bag. Fish discarded during inspection.
511-6-1.04(6)(c)
95
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Grayson's Steak & Seafood last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Grayson's Steak & Seafood on file is from May 7, 2026. The public record contains five inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Grayson's Steak & Seafood?
Across the inspection record, “food-contact surfaces” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Grayson's Steak & Seafood.
How does Grayson's Steak & Seafood compare to other restaurants in Newnan?
Grayson's Steak & Seafood most recently scored 67 out of 100, which is lower than the Newnan average of 86.
Has Grayson's Steak & Seafood's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Grayson's Steak & Seafood have averaged around six violations per visit, up from roughly four earlier in the record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Grayson's Steak & Seafood 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 Grayson's Steak & Seafood inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Grayson's Steak & Seafood is inspected around three times per year on average.
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