Kimball's General Store
Last inspected: Dec 23, 2025
70
Score
Kimball's General Store, located at 3403 Business 27 in Buchanan, GA, underwent a moderate risk inspection on December 23, 2025. This inspection identified one major and five minor violations, including issues with proper date marking, approved thawing methods, and the use and storage of wiping cloths. Across its six recorded inspections, Kimball's General Store has predominantly maintained a low-risk status.
6
Inspections
0
Critical latest
1
Major latest
5
Minor latest
Inspection History
Dec 23, 2025
Routine
1 major violation. 5 minor violations. 3 corrected on site.
70
Jun 24, 2025
Routine
1 major violation. 2 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
82
Dec 31, 2024
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation. 1 corrected on site.
82
Jul 16, 2024
Followup
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
78
Jul 10, 2024
Routine
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations. 4 corrected on site.
61
Jan 11, 2024
Routine
1 critical violation. 3 minor violations. 4 corrected on site.
74
Violations — Dec 23, 2025 Inspection
6-2 - proper date marking and disposition
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed hard and crumbly Velveta cheese in reach in cooler opened and not date marked. All foods that are prepped, cooked, or opened in the restaurant must be date marked for 7 days and used or discarded within 7 days. CA: PIC discarded cheese.
511-6-1.04(6)(g)
11C - approved thawing methods used
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed pork chops to be used tomorrow thawing on counter in main kitchen. Foods must be thawed either in the fridge overnight or under cold running water. CA: Food was still at 41 degrees or below. PIC put pork chops in the fridge to be thawed overnight.
511-6-1.04(6)(c)
12C - wiping cloths: properly used and stored
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed wet wiping cloth in main kitchen not stored in a sanitizer solution. All wet wiping cloths must be stored in a sanitizer solution when not in use to prevent bacterial growth. CA: PIC discarded wet rag.
511-6-1.04(4)(m)
14C - single-use/single-service articles: properly stored, used
Inspector notes: Observed single use cups and lids stored under the self-serve counter not in protective plastic wrapping. Single use items must be stored in such a way to protect them from dust, dirt, or other contamination. CA: PIC will discard cups and lids that are not in plastic sleeve.
511-6-1.05(10)(g)(1)
17B - garbage/refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
Inspector notes: Observed pots of grease stored in kitchen. Grease must be removed from the facility in a timely manner to prevent pest attraction. CA: PIC will have pots dumped into grease receptacle and cleaned.
511-6-1.06(5)(r)
17D - adequate ventilation and lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: Observed grease buildup on hood vent. Hood vent must be cleaned frequently enough to prevent grease buildup. CA: PIC has contacted cleaning service to come out next week.
511-6-1.05(2)(n)
Priority (Critical)
Priority Foundation (Major)
Core (Minor)
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