Grits & Eggs Breakfast Kitchen
Last inspected: Jan 15, 2026
74
Score
Grits & Eggs Breakfast Kitchen, located at 2625 Piedmont Rd Ne 44 in Atlanta, GA, underwent a moderate risk inspection on January 15, 2026, resulting in a score of 74. This inspection identified one major and four minor violations, including issues with food-contact surfaces, posted notices, and the cleanability of surfaces. Previous inspections for this café/breakfast establishment have predominantly been low-risk.
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Inspections
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Critical latest
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Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 15, 2026
Routine
1 major violation. 4 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
74
Jul 1, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
82
Nov 6, 2024
Routine
1 minor violation.
95
Apr 4, 2024
Routine
1 critical violation. 5 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.
67
Feb 22, 2024
Initial
No violations found.
100
Violations — Jan 15, 2026 Inspection
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: Observed the ice machine was in need of cleaning as there was a Prescence of black mold like substance on white ice compartment area as well as the metal deflector. CA: PIC was advised to clean the unit and discard the ice in the machine. Equipment food-contact surfaces and utensils shall be clean to sight and touch
511-6-1.05(7)(a)
13A - posted: permit/inspection/choking poster/handwashing
Inspector notes: Observed failure to post handsink sign at the bar. CA: Handwashing Signage. A sign or poster that notifies food employees to wash their hands shall be provided at all handwashing sinks used by food employees and shall be clearly visible to food employees.
511-6-1.07(3)(d)
15A - food and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, and used
Inspector notes: observed the gaskets of the Reach in Freezer (RIF) that needs to be replaced. CA:Utensils shall be maintained in a state of repair
511-6-1.05(6)(q)
15A - food and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, and used
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: observed aluminum foil on shelving above the stove in the main kitchen. COS: PIC removed the foil form the shelving. Nonfood-contact Surfaces. Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment that are exposed to splash, spillage, or other food soiling or that require frequent cleaning shall be constructed of a corrosion-resistant, nonabsorbent, and smooth material.
511-6-1.05(1)(i)
15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: RIC coolers in the bar and in the main kitchen needs to be cleaned as there was debris found in at the bottom of the unit. CA: Nonfood-Contact Surfaces. Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be cleaned at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil residues.
511-6-1.05(7)(d)
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