Home Sweet Home

17 S Mcintosh St, Elberton, GA 30635

Other

License: Food Service

Last inspected: Jan 30, 2026

Score

Low Risk

The inspection history at Home Sweet Home is still short, with only two visits logged. On Jan 30, 2026, the health department conducted the most recent visit. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.

Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with counts hovering near two violations per visit.

Home Sweet Home's latest score is in line with the Elberton average of 88. Taken together, the history is a positive one.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Jan 30, 2026

Routine

3 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.

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14A - in-use utensils: properly stored (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed dry product (hot coco)with handle in contact with product. Store scoop with handle out of contact with product. COS.

511-6-1.04(4)(k)

15A - food and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, and used

Inspector notes: Need to paint (light color) or seal flavoring storage shelf (plywood) to provide nonabsorbent surface.

511-6-1.05(1)(a)

15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean

Inspector notes: Observed drip channel and exterior edges of sandwich press with accumulations of grease, oils, and carbon. Clean surfaces at a frequency to prevent accumulations.

511-6-1.05(7)(d)

Jun 21, 2024

Routine

2 minor violations.

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12B - personal cleanliness

Inspector notes: .03(5)(i) Repeat Item: Observed staff preparing food and beverages without proper hair restraints. All food handlers must physically restrain hair. Correct by 6/24/24.

511-6-1.03(5)(j)

12B - personal cleanliness

Inspector notes: Observed food handlers with watches, rings and other jewelry on hands and wrists. Food handlers may only wear a smooth metallic (wedding style) ring. Correct byt 6/24/24.

511-6-1.03(5)(g)

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Home Sweet Home last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Home Sweet Home on file is from Jan 30, 2026. The public record contains two inspections in total.

How does Home Sweet Home compare to other restaurants in Elberton?

Home Sweet Home most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is about the same as the Elberton average of 88.

Has Home Sweet Home's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Home Sweet Home have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Home Sweet Home means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.

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