Holiday Inn Express - Food

3741 Tramore Pointe Pkwy Sw, Austell, GA 30106

American

License: Food Service

Last inspected: Jan 6, 2026

Score

Medium Risk

Inspectors have visited Holiday Inn Express - Food four times, with records going back to 2024. Inspectors last stopped by on Jan 6, 2026. A medium risk rating points to a few notable findings at the last inspection, though nothing severe.

Recent inspections have turned up more issues than earlier ones, averaging around three violations lately compared to roughly one violation before.

“Adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing two times across the record.

Restaurants in Austell average 88, so Holiday Inn Express - Food trails the local norm. The record is unremarkable in either direction.

Inspections

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Major latest

Minor latest

Inspection History

Jan 6, 2026

Routine

3 major violations. 2 corrected on site.

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1-2B - certified food protection manager

Inspector notes: Observed CFSM certificate posted for Nicole Handel (Exp: 10/2029) along entrance of facility. Nicole Handel is no longer employed at the facility per PIC. C/A: Obtain CFSM within 60-days; Food service establishments shall have in its employ a Certified Food Safety Manager (CFSM) as specified in paragraph (b) of this subsection to ensure food safety is being managed within the food service establishment during all hours of operation as specified within paragraph (d) of this subsection. *Send documentation of CFSM certificate to EHS email by 3/6/2026 to dominique.brown5@dph.ga.gov.*

511-6-1.03(3)(a)

2-2D - adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed no hand-soap at only hand-sink in main kitchen. C/A: Each handwashing sink or group of two adjacent handwashing sinks shall be provided with a supply of hand cleaning liquid, powder, or bar soap. COS: Soap provided.

511-6-1.07(3)(a)

2-2D - adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed chemical spray bottle and wash cloths stored in only hand-wash sink in main kitchen. C/A: 1. A handwashing sink shall be maintained so that it is accessible at all times for employee use. 2. A handwashing facility may not be used for purposes other than handwashing. COS: Items removed.

511-6-1.06(2)(o)

Mar 21, 2025

Routine

1 critical violation. 1 corrected on site.

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4-1A - food separated and protected (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed several boxes or raw liquid eggs stored above ready to eat foods in RIC in main kitchen. C/A: All ready to eat foods must be stored above raw foods to prevent cross contamination. COS: Food rearranged correctly.

511-6-1.04(4)(c)

Sep 11, 2024

Routine

1 major violation. 1 corrected on site.

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2-2D - adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed a chemical spray bottle and towels stored in hand sink in main kitchen. C/A: Remove items; A handwashing sink shall be maintained so that it is accessible at all times for employee use. 2. A handwashing facility may not be used for purposes other than handwashing. COS: Items removed and sink accessible.

511-6-1.06(2)(o)

Mar 21, 2024

Routine

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

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

Inspector notes: Observed several food items cold holding at above 41F in main kitchen/self-serve buffet area (*see asterisks*). C/A: All TCS foods which are cold held must be maintained at 41F and below. COS: Per PIC, temperature fluctuations were due to busy breakfast prep. Thermostats adjusted on both units; units observed in compliance prior to EHS departure.

511-6-1.04(6)(f)

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

Inspector notes: Observed TCS foods hot holding at below 135F along self serve buffet steamtable (**see asterisks**). C/A: All TCS foods which are hot held must be maintained at 135F and above. COS: All items reheated to 165F.

511-6-1.04(6)(f)

14C - single-use/single-service articles: properly stored, used (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed several single use containers stored directly on the floor of dry storage area in main kitchen. C/A: Cleaned equipment and utensils, laundered linens, and single-service and single-use articles shall be stored: (i) In a clean, dry location; (ii) Where they are not exposed to splash, dust, or other contamination; and (iii) At least 6 inches (15 centimeters) above the floor. COS: Items stored correctly.

511-6-1.05(10)(e)

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Holiday Inn Express - Food last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Holiday Inn Express - Food on file is from Jan 6, 2026. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Holiday Inn Express - Food?

Across the inspection record, “adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Holiday Inn Express - Food.

How does Holiday Inn Express - Food compare to other restaurants in Austell?

Holiday Inn Express - Food most recently scored 74 out of 100, which is lower than the Austell average of 88.

Has Holiday Inn Express - Food's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Holiday Inn Express - Food have averaged around three violations per visit, up from roughly one earlier in the record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Holiday Inn Express - Food 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 Holiday Inn Express - Food inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Holiday Inn Express - Food is inspected around two times per year on average.

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