International Roti House
Last inspected: Apr 29, 2026
61
Score
The health department has logged five inspections at International Roti House, the earliest from 2024. The most recent report on file is from Apr 29, 2026. A medium risk score generally means inspectors found things to fix, though most weren't urgent.
Recent inspections have turned up more issues than earlier ones, averaging around six violations lately compared to roughly two violations before.
“Food properly labeled” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing two times across the record.
The city-wide average sits at 86, which International Roti House's 61 doesn't quite reach. The inspection history reads as standard for a restaurant of this size.
5
Inspections
1
Critical latest
2
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 29, 2026
Routine
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 3 minor violations. 3 corrected on site.
View 6 violations
10D - food properly labeled; original container
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed whole milk in reach in cooler passed expiration date 4/28/2026. COS milk was discarded.
511-6-1.04(8)(b)
2-2D - adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed no paper towel in guest bathroom. Each handwashing sink or group of adjacent handwashing sinks shall be provided with: 1. Individual, disposable towels; 2. A continuous towel system that supplies the user with a clean towel; 3. A heated-air hand drying device
511-6-1.07(3)(b)
17A - toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, cleaned
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed no tissue in guest bathroom in lobby. A supply of toilet tissue shall be available at each toilet. COS tissue was provided.
511-6-1.07(3)(e)
17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean
Inspector notes: Observed missing/ damaged ceiling tiles and vents with dust build up in dining area. Observed missing vent cover in ceiling in main kitchen. Observed build up of grease on wall and floor behind cooking equipment in main kitchen. Observed hole in wall beneath hand wash sink in outer prep area. Discussed with PIC that all physical facilities shall be maintained in good repair and the physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean and by methods that prevent contamination of food products.
511-6-1.07(5)(a)
15A - food and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, and used
Inspector notes: Observed cardboard being used to line shelf in main kitchen. 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: Observed equipment such as ranges, grill, and shelves not clean to sight and touch. CA. Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be kept free of an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris.
511-6-1.05(7)(a)
61
Oct 24, 2025
Routine
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
11A - proper cooling methods used: adequate equipment for temperature control
Inspector notes: Observed yellow peas being cooled in overfilled pans, tightly covered and stacked on together. PIC advised to separate food in smaller portions and leave uncovered or partially covered. CA. Cooling shall be accomplished in accordance with the time and temperature by using one or more of the following methods depending on the type of food being cooled: (i) Placing the food in shallow pans; (ii) Separating the food into smaller or thinner portions; (iii) Using rapid cooling equipment; (iv) Stirring the food in a container placed in an ice water bath; (v) Using containers that facilitate heat transfer; (vi) Adding ice as an ingredient; or (vii) Other effective methods.
511-6-1.04(6)(e)
13A - posted: permit/inspection/choking poster/handwashing
Inspector notes: Most recent inspection report not posted for public view. Old inspection report observed. CA. The most current inspection report shall be prominently displayed in public view at all times, within fifteen feet of the front or primary public door and between five feet and seven feet from the floor and in an area where it can be read at a distance of one foot away.
511-6-1.02(1)(d)
15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: Observed equipment such as ranges, grill, large mixer not cleaned to sight or touch. CA. Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be kept free of an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris.
511-6-1.05(7)(a)
86
Apr 9, 2025
Followup
1 critical violation. 1 corrected on site.
View 1 violation
6-1A - proper cold holding temperatures
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed TCS foods not cold holding at 41F and below in walk in cooler. Items listed with ** below. COS. Items were moved to walk in freezer for flash cooling. CA. Except during preparation, cooking, or cooling, or when time is used as the public health control, time/temperature control for safety food shall be maintained at 41°F (5°C) or below or 135°F (57°C) or above.
511-6-1.04(6)(f)
86
Mar 28, 2025
Routine
2 critical violations. 2 minor violations. 4 corrected on site.
View 4 violations
4-1A - food separated and protected
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed raw shell eggs stored above cabbage and green beans inside RIC cooler in outer/meat prep area. COS items were rearranged to prevent cross contamination. CA. Food shall be protected from cross contamination by: (i)separating raw animal foods during storage, preparation, holding, and display from: (I) Raw ready-to-eat food including other raw animal food such as fish for sushi or molluscan shellfish, or other raw ready-to-eat food such as fruits and vegetables, and (II) Cooked ready-to-eat food; and (III) Fruits and vegetables before they are washed; (IV) Frozen, commercially processed and packaged raw animal food may be stored or displayed with or above frozen, commercially processed and packaged, ready-to-eat food.
511-6-1.04(4)(c)
6-1A - proper cold holding temperatures
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed TCS foods not cold holding in 2 door RIC and walk in cooler at 41F and below. PIC stated walk in cooler was left open for cleaning and deliveries for approximately an hour prior to inspection. Items listed with ** below. COS. Items were moved to walk in freezer for flash cooling. CA. Except during preparation, cooking, or cooling, or when time is used as the public health control, time/temperature control for safety food shall be maintained at 41°F (5°C) or below or 135°F (57°C) or above
511-6-1.04(6)(f)
4-2A - food stored covered
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed containers with margarine and shortening left uncovered inside dry storage area. CA. Except when cooling, storing the food in packages, covered containers, or wrappings, except for loosely covered or uncovered containers in which food is being cooled if protected from overhead contamination. COS items were covered.
511-6-1.04(4)(c)
12B - personal cleanliness
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed food employee wearing bracelet on wrist. 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 jewelry was removed
511-6-1.03(5)(g)
67
Sep 23, 2024
Routine
2 critical violations. 1 minor violation. 2 corrected on site.
View 3 violations
8-2B - toxic substances properly identified, stored, used
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed sanitizer bucket at front food service with chlorine reading way above 200ppm chlorine. COS Sanitizer solution was remade to give a 100ppm chlorine reading.
511-6-1.07(6)(g)
10D - food properly labeled; original container
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed three boxes of heavy cream with expiration date of 8.20.2024. COS items were discarded.
511-6-1.04(8)(b)
17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean
Inspector notes: Observed dirty vents and condensation dripping front vents onto the floor at front food service and dining area. Discussed with PIC that all physical facilities shall be maintained in good repair and the physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean and by methods that prevent contamination of food products.
511-6-1.07(5)(a)
70
Frequently Asked Questions
When was International Roti House last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at International Roti House on file is from Apr 29, 2026. The public record contains five inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at International Roti House?
Across the inspection record, “food properly labeled” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at International Roti House.
How does International Roti House compare to other restaurants in Decatur?
International Roti House most recently scored 61 out of 100, which is lower than the Decatur average of 86.
Has International Roti House's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at International Roti House have averaged around six violations per visit, up from roughly two earlier in the record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at International Roti House 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 International Roti House inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, International Roti House is inspected around three times per year on average.
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