Island Vibes Caribbean Grill
Last inspected: Apr 20, 2026
78
Score
Island Vibes Caribbean Grill has been inspected four times since 2024. The most recent report on file is from Apr 20, 2026. When a facility lands in the low risk tier, it usually means nothing alarming showed up at the most recent visit.
Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with counts hovering near four violations per visit.
The most common issue across all inspections has been “single-use/single-service articles”, showing up three times.
By comparison, the average Atlanta facility scores 90, putting Island Vibes Caribbean Grill on the weaker side. Taken together, the history is a positive one.
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Inspections
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Critical latest
1
Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 20, 2026
Routine
1 major violation. 3 minor violations. 3 corrected on site.
View 4 violations
2-2D - adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible
Inspector notes: Observed hand sink in kitchen not easily accessible to employees, being blocked by multiple bins and boxes. 511-6-1.06(2)(o) - Using a Handwashing Sink- Operation & maintenance (Pf) (o) Using a Handwashing Sink. 1. A handwashing sink shall be maintained so that it is accessible at all times for employee use. Pf
511-6-1.06(2)(o)
12A - contamination prevented during food preparation, storage, display
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed containers of food (tomatoes) stored directly on floor in walk in cooler. COS by placing items above six inches off floor. 511-6-1.04(4)(q) - Food Storage (C) (q) Food Storage. 1. Except as specified in paragraphs 2 and 3 of this subsection, food shall be protected from contamination by storing the food: iii) At least 6 inches (15 cm) above the floor.
511-6-1.04(4)(q)
14C - single-use/single-service articles: properly stored, used
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed single use plastic ramiken being used as scoop in salt bin. Cos by throwing out ramiken. 511-6-1.05(6)(r) - Single-Service/Single-Use Articles, Use Limitations (C) (r) Single-Service and Single-Use Articles, Use Limitation. 1. Single-service and single-use articles may not be reused.
511-6-1.05(6)(r)
17D - adequate ventilation and lighting; designated areas used
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed employee beverages in walk in cooler on shelves next to food items. Cos by removing employee beverages. 511-6-1.07(4)(b) - Designated Areas for Employee Activity, located to prevent contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens, & single service articles (C) (b) Designated Areas for Employee Activity. 1. Areas designated for employees to eat, drink, use tobacco products and electronic devices shall be located so that food, equipment, linens, and single-service and single-use articles are protected from contamination.
511-6-1.07(4)(b)
78
Sep 25, 2025
Routine
3 minor violations. 3 corrected on site.
View 3 violations
12A - contamination prevented during food preparation, storage, display
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed failure to store food 6 inches off the floor. Contamination shall be prevented during food storage. Advised PIC to store food 6 inches off the floor.
2-2B - proper eating, tasting, drinking, or tobacco use
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed partially consumed bottles of water in the food prep area. Staff shall drink from a bottle with a lid and a straw. Advised staff to desist.
511-6-1.03(5)(k)
10D - food properly labeled; original container
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed failure to label some food bottles. All food items that are not in their original containers shall be properly labeled. Advised PIC to label all food bottles
511-6-1.04(7)(c)
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Jul 26, 2024
Routine
1 critical violation. 3 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.
View 4 violations
6-2 - proper date marking and disposition
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed improper date marking on various items, food labeled 7/15, 7/18/ 7/17 were inside the WIC. The PIC stated they take it out the freezer. The time it is frozen is not included with the seven days but once it is not frozen the time resumes and it shall only be held for 7 days. 511-6-1.04(6)(h) - Ready-To-Eat Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food, Disposition (P) (h) Ready-to-Eat, Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food, Disposition. 1. A food that requires datemarking shall be discarded if it: (i) Exceeds 7 days, not including the time that the product is frozen; P (ii) Is in a container or package that does not bear a date or day; P or (iii) Is appropriately marked with a date or day that exceeds 7 days . P 2. Refrigerated, ready-to-eat, time / temperature control for safety...
511-6-1.04(6)(h)
12A - contamination prevented during food preparation, storage, display
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed an employee get water from the mop sink to use in food being cooked on the stove. COS- employee was told to use prep sinks to get water not the mop sink. 511-6-1.04(4)(z) - Miscellaneous Sources of Contamination (C) (z) Miscellaneous Sources of Contamination. Food shall be protected from contamination that may result from a factor or source not specified under paragraphs (a) through (y) of this subsection.
511-6-1.04(4)(z)
14C - single-use/single-service articles: properly stored, used
Inspector notes: Observed cardboard being reused to line shelves. CA- cardboard shall not be reused. 511-6-1.05(6)(r) - Single-Service/Single-Use Articles, Use Limitations (C) (r) Single-Service and Single-Use Articles, Use Limitation. 1. Single-service and single-use articles may not be reused.
511-6-1.05(6)(r)
17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean
Inspector notes: Observed buildup on walls and ceiling tiles throughout the kitchen. CA- walls shall be cleaned and in good repair. 511-6-1.07(5)(a),(b) - Good Repair, physical facilities maintained; Cleaning, Frequency & Restrictions, cleaned often enough to keep them clean (C) (5) Maintenance and Operation. (a) Good Repair. All physical facilities shall be maintained in good repair.
511-6-1.07(5)(a)
74
Jan 26, 2024
Routine
4 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 4 violations
14C - single-use/single-service articles: properly stored, used
Inspector notes: Observed the facility reusing single service cups as scoops inside the brown sugar. CA- single service items shall not be reused. 511-6-1.05(6)(r) - Single-Service/Single-Use Articles, Use Limitations (C) (r) Single-Service and Single-Use Articles, Use Limitation. 1. Single-service and single-use articles may not be reused.
511-6-1.05(6)(r)
15B - warewashing facilities: installed, maintained, used; test strips
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed the 3-compartment sink set up in the wrong order. observed wash, sanitize and then rinse. COS- sink was set up in correct order and PIC was told about setting up sink in correct order and labeling the compartments. Facility does have a how to was dishes sign above the 3 compartment. 511-6-1.05(7)(j) - Rinsing Procedures (C) (j) Rinsing Procedures. Washed utensils and equipment shall be rinsed so that abrasives are removed and cleaning chemicals are removed or diluted through the use of water or a detergent-sanitizer solution by using one of the following procedures: 1. Use of a distinct, separate water rinse after washing and before sanitizing if using: (i) A 3-compartment sink, or (ii) A 3-step washing, rinsing, and sanitizing procedure in a warewashing system for CIP equipmen...
511-6-1.05(7)(j)
15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: Observed shelves throughout the main kitchen and WIC with buildup. CA- all nonfood contact surfaces of equipment shall be kept clean and free of debris.511-6-1.05(7)(a)2,3 - Equipment, Food/Nonfood-Contact Surfaces, and Utensils, food-contact surfaces of cooking equipment & nonfood-contact surfaces free of accumulations (C) 2. The food-contact surfaces of cooking equipment and pans shall be kept free of encrusted grease deposits and other soil accumulations.
511-6-1.05(7)(a)
17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean
Inspector notes: Observed buildup on walls throughout the kitchen. CA- walls shall be cleaned and in good repair. 511-6-1.07(5)(a),(b) - Good Repair, physical facilities maintained; Cleaning, Frequency & Restrictions, cleaned often enough to keep them clean (C) (5) Maintenance and Operation. (a) Good Repair. All physical facilities shall be maintained in good repair.
511-6-1.07(5)(a)
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Island Vibes Caribbean Grill last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Island Vibes Caribbean Grill on file is from Apr 20, 2026. The public record contains four inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Island Vibes Caribbean Grill?
Across the inspection record, “single-use/single-service articles” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Island Vibes Caribbean Grill.
How does Island Vibes Caribbean Grill compare to other restaurants in Atlanta?
Island Vibes Caribbean Grill most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is lower than the Atlanta average of 90.
Has Island Vibes Caribbean Grill's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Island Vibes Caribbean Grill have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Island Vibes Caribbean Grill 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 Island Vibes Caribbean Grill inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Island Vibes Caribbean Grill is inspected around two times per year on average.
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