H.S. Smoothie

3500 North Decatur Rd, Decatur, GA 30030

Café / Breakfast

License: Food Service

Last inspected: Mar 11, 2026

Score

Low Risk

Across the available record, H.S. Smoothie has five inspections on file, the first dated 2024. The latest inspection on file is from Mar 11, 2026. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.

Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around two violations each.

“Toxic substances properly identified, stored, used” comes up most often, recorded three times in the inspection record.

The city-wide average sits at 86, which H.S. Smoothie's 78 doesn't quite reach. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Mar 11, 2026

Routine

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

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8-2B - toxic substances properly identified, stored, used (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed bleach bucket sanitizer to be reading high at 200PM++. CA: Chemical sanitizers, including chemical sanitizing solutions generated on-site, and other chemical antimicrobials applied to food-contact surfaces shall: Meet requirements for active and inert ingredients for use in antimicrobial formulations (Food-contact surface sanitizing solutions). COS: Sanitizer solution was re-made to 100ppm.

511-6-1.07(6)(g)

18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present

Inspector notes: Observed live roach in the kitchen area (by the dry food storage area). CA: he presence of insects, rodents, and other pests shall be controlled to minimize their presence on the premises by: Routinely inspecting incoming shipments of food and supplies; Routinely inspecting the premises for evidence of pests.

511-6-1.07(5)(k)

12B - personal cleanliness (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed food employees handling food with jewelries on(ring with rigid texture like design and crystal design). CA: Except for a plain ring such as a wedding band food employees may not wear jewelry including medical information jewelry on their arms and hands while preparing food. COS: Ring was removed.

511-6-1.03(5)(g)

Jun 10, 2025

Routine

1 major violation. 1 minor violation. 2 corrected on site.

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4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed the inside of the ice machine to be unclean with black-like residue and build-up. CA: All food contact equipment shall be kept clean, Equipment used for storage of packaged or unpackaged food, such as a reach-in refrigerator, and the equipment shall be cleaned at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil residue. COS: Observed person in charge unplugged ice machine to be cleaned out.

511-6-1.05(7)(b)

17D - adequate ventilation and lighting; designated areas used (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed employee items (phone) next to the food seasoning storage area. CA: Lockers or other suitable facilities shall be located in a designated room or area where contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens and single-service and single-use articles cannot occur. COS: Phone was moved and placed at designated place.

511-6-1.07(4)(b)

Sep 24, 2024

Routine

1 critical violation. 1 minor violation. 1 corrected on site.

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8-2B - toxic substances properly identified, stored, used (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed sanitizer bucket at the main kitchen to be at 200ppm. COS: Person in charge corrected sanitizer bucket to be at 100ppm.

511-6-1.07(6)(g)

18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present

Inspector notes: Observed the bathroom doors to be open with a proper self-latching and self closing mechanism. CA: food service establishment shall be protected against the entry of insects and rodents by: Filling or closing holes and other gaps along floors, walls, and ceilings; Closed, tight-fitting windows; and Solid, self-closing, tight-fitting doors.

511-6-1.07(2)(m)

Feb 5, 2024

Followup

2 minor violations.

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13A - posted: permit/inspection/choking poster/handwashing

Inspector notes: Observed food service permit was not posted during inspection. Observed PIC printed permit to be posted.

511-6-1.02(1)(f)(1)

13A - posted: permit/inspection/choking poster/handwashing

Inspector notes: observed that the current inspection report was not posted.

511-6-1.02(1)(d)

Jan 25, 2024

Routine

3 critical violations. 3 corrected on site.

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3-1A - food obtained from approved source (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed Kibbeh butter)according to PIC was imported from Ethiopia, there is no proof of inspection or that this is an approved source. CA: butter, meat and other products used in the facility must come from an approved source. COS-butter was discarded

511-6-1.04(2)(a)

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

Inspector notes: Observed Kibbeh (70F) and red sauce (72F) at a temperature above 41F. Red sauce cooked with cooked onions. CA: Time as a public health control products should be maintained at a temperature at 41F below or 135F higher. Discussed with PIC to consider applying for variance that will include laboratory analysis to be allowed to hold product at room temperature. COS: Red sauce and Kibbeh was discarded.

511-6-1.04(6)(f)

8-2B - toxic substances properly identified, stored, used (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed sanitizer bucket at the front service area and the main kitchen to be at 200ppm. COS: Person in charge corrected sanitizer bucket to be at 100ppm.

511-6-1.07(6)(g)

Frequently Asked Questions

When was H.S. Smoothie last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at H.S. Smoothie on file is from Mar 11, 2026. The public record contains five inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at H.S. Smoothie?

Across the inspection record, “toxic substances properly identified, stored, used” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at H.S. Smoothie.

How does H.S. Smoothie compare to other restaurants in Decatur?

H.S. Smoothie most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is lower than the Decatur average of 86.

Has H.S. Smoothie's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at H.S. Smoothie have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at H.S. Smoothie 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 H.S. Smoothie inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, H.S. Smoothie is inspected around two times per year on average.

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