Holiday Inn Express & Suites - Continental Breakfast
Last inspected: Feb 25, 2026
78
Score
Inspectors have visited Holiday Inn Express & Suites - Continental Breakfast five times, with records going back to 2024. Holiday Inn Express & Suites - Continental Breakfast was last inspected on Feb 25, 2026. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.
The picture has improved over the last few visits: recent inspections have averaged around three violations, down from roughly five violations earlier in the record.
Across the inspection history, “food-contact surfaces” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded two times.
Restaurants in Rome average 84, so Holiday Inn Express & Suites - Continental Breakfast trails the local norm. The record reflects steady performance over time.
5
Inspections
0
Critical latest
2
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 25, 2026
Routine
2 major violations. 1 minor violation. 3 corrected on site.
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4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed can opener blade with black residue. CA: Equipment food-contact surfaces shall be cleaned at a frequency necessary to prevent accumulation of soil residues. COS: Can opener blade was washed, rinsed and sanitized.
511-6-1.05(7)(b)
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed interior roof of microwave soiled with food debris. CA: Equipment food-contact surfaces shall be cleaned at a frequency necessary to prevent accumulation of soil residues. COS: Interior roof of microwave was cleaned free of food debris and sanitized.
511-6-1.05(7)(b)
12C - wiping cloths: properly used and stored
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed chemical sanitizer solution not at required concentration. CA: Cloths in-use for wiping counters and other equipment surfaces shall be held between uses in a chemical sanitizer solution at required concentration. COS: PIC remade chemical sanitizer solution at required concentration.
511-6-1.04(4)(m)
78
Jun 25, 2025
Followup
No violations found.
100
Jun 10, 2025
Routine
3 critical violations. 4 major violations. 3 minor violations. 7 corrected on site.
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8-2B - toxic substances properly identified, stored, used
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed spray bottle of toxic chemical stored on same shelf with single-use items and condiments. CA: Discussed proper storage and separation of toxic chemicals to prevent contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens and single-service and single-use articles with PIC. No items appeared to be directly contaminated and PIC relocated spray bottle to cabinet used for chemical storage.
511-6-1.07(6)(c)
6-1A - proper cold holding temperatures
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed multiple potentially hazardous TCS foods (yogurt, cream cheese, milk) cold holding at a temperature greater than 41 deg F. Per PIC, the refrigerator has been malfunctioning. The ambient thermometer in the unit read 50+ deg F. CA: Foods had been held for less than 4 hours and were relocated to reach-in freezer to rapidly cool to 41 deg F or below. The front food service cooler will not be used to hold TCS food items until serviced by a licensed repair man and is able to properly maintain holding temperature. Please call the Health Department (706)295-6316 to have the cooler rechecked prior to use.
511-6-1.04(6)(f)
6-1B - proper hot holding temperatures
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed potentially hazardous TCS food (turkey sausage) not properly held at 135 deg F or above. Corrective Action: Discussed proper hot holding procedures and temperatures with PIC. The sausage was found to be less than 2 hours old and was rapidly reheated to 172 deg F and placed back on front service line.
511-6-1.04(6)(f)
1-2B - certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: Observed no certified food safety manager for establishment. Per PIC, the previous CFSM left the facility 3 weeks ago. CA: Discussed CFSM requirements with PIC. At least one employee with supervisory and management responsibility and the authority to direct and control food preparation and service shall be designated as the CFSM. The CFSM must be designated to one food service establishment only. The facility will have 30 days to hire a new CFSM or designate an existing employee to enroll in an approved CFSM training course. Proof of enrollment and/or certification must be provided. This will be rechecked by the Health Department.
511-6-1.03(3)(c)
2-2D - adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed no paper towels stocked at main kitchen handwashing sink. CA: Discussed requirement for handwashing sinks to be provided with individual, disposable towels or a continuous towel system at all times with PIC. Paper towels were restocked.
511-6-1.07(3)(b)
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed table-tops and/or dining counters not being cleaned and sanitized routinely using an approved method or in accordance with EPA-registered label use instructions. CA: PIC was notified. Employee discontinued using the "R2 Plus Hygienic Hard Surface Cleaner" and educated on proper preparation and use of an approved sanitizer for cleaning food contact surfaces, including tables, counters, etc. All food service employees will be retrained.
511-6-1.05(6)(n)
1-2A - pic present, demonstrates knowledge, performs duties
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed person in charge unable to demonstrate knowledge of foodborne disease prevention and requirements of this chapter. Person in charge could not answer questions as they related to the food service operations conducted at the establishment including monitoring food temperatures upon receipt of delivery, proper hot holding and cold-holding temperatures temperatures, cooling methods, knowledge of an employee health policy and bodily fluid clean-up kit. CA: Discussed monitoring food temperatures upon receipt of delivery. Discussed proper food temperatures for cold holding, hot holding, reheating and cooling. Discussed cooling methods and monitoring. Discussed and educated PIC on preparing and regularly testing sanitizer solutions for tables, counters, etc. Discussed and provided hand...
511-6-1.03(1)(a)
15A - food and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, and used
Inspector notes: Observed broken light bulb in main kitchen reach-in cooler with exposed and broken filaments dangling. CA: Discussed requirement for all equipment to maintained in a state of good repair with PIC. PIC will have broken light bulb removed and replaced by maintenance. This will be rechecked.
511-6-1.05(6)(a)
17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean
Inspector notes: Observed missing ceiling tiles (3) in main kitchen over handwashing sink and cold-holding units. CA:
511-6-1.07(5)(a)
12B - personal cleanliness
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed employee handling food with no hair restraint. CA: PIC was notified that all food employees must wear hair restraint.
511-6-1.03(5)(j)
37
Jan 6, 2025
Routine
No violations found.
100
May 7, 2024
Routine
2 major violations. 2 corrected on site.
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3-1C - food in good condition, safe, and unadulterated
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed multiple cans of country gravy with large dents in sides and seals in dry storage. Corrective Action: PIC was notified and educated on inspecting all cans upon receipt. All cans were relocated out of the kitchen to be returned to supplier.
511-6-1.04(3)(e)
2-2D - adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed no paper towels stocked at handwashing sink. Corrective Action: Discussed with PIC. Paper towels were restocked.
511-6-1.07(3)(b)
82
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Holiday Inn Express & Suites - Continental Breakfast last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Holiday Inn Express & Suites - Continental Breakfast on file is from Feb 25, 2026. The public record contains five inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Holiday Inn Express & Suites - Continental Breakfast?
Across the inspection record, “food-contact surfaces” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Holiday Inn Express & Suites - Continental Breakfast.
How does Holiday Inn Express & Suites - Continental Breakfast compare to other restaurants in Rome?
Holiday Inn Express & Suites - Continental Breakfast most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is lower than the Rome average of 84.
Has Holiday Inn Express & Suites - Continental Breakfast's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Holiday Inn Express & Suites - Continental Breakfast have averaged around three violations per visit, down from roughly five earlier in the record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Holiday Inn Express & Suites - Continental Breakfast 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 Holiday Inn Express & Suites - Continental Breakfast inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Holiday Inn Express & Suites - Continental Breakfast is inspected around three times per year on average.
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