Lifespring
Last inspected: Feb 24, 2026
78
Score
The health department has logged four inspections at Lifespring, the earliest from 2024. Inspectors last stopped by on Feb 24, 2026. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.
Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around three violations each.
When inspectors have written things up, “food and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanable” has been the most frequent reason, cited three times.
Compared to other Macon restaurants (averaging 91), there's room to close the gap. The record reflects steady performance over time.
4
Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 24, 2026
Routine
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 3 violations
6-1B - proper hot holding temperatures
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed several trays of chicken, vegetable and potatoe below 135F. PIC was placing trays within hot holding unit as inspection began. Asked PIC how long it took him to prep the trays and place them within hot holding unit; about 40 min
511-6-1.04(6)(f)
15A - food and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, and used
Inspector notes: Observed metal bottom shelf within dry storage of kitchen broken
511-6-1.05(6)(a)
15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: Observed excess build up of ice within white chest freezer near exit door of the kitchen.
511-6-1.05(7)(a)
78
Jul 30, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
8-2B - toxic substances properly identified, stored, used
Inspector notes: Observed cans of bleach cleaning spray stored above single use items located in the dry storage room, just outside of the main kitchen. 2. Locating the poisonous or toxic materials in an area that is not above food, equipment, utensils, linens, and single-service or single-use articles. PIC to have items rearranged, so that single use items are not stored below chemicals.
511-6-1.07(6)(c)
15A - food and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, and used
Inspector notes: Observed bottom shelf of storage rack in the dry storage located in the main kitchen to be broken and in contact with the floor. Storage shelving should be in good repair and should remain 6 inches or more off the floor. Recommended PIC have the stored items moved to another location or have rack repaired to keep items 6in off of the floor.
511-6-1.05(6)(a)
15A - food and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, and used
Inspector notes: Observed inner gasket of the reach in cooler door to be torn and in disrepair. The gasket should be in good repair. PIC should have the gasket replaced.
15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: Observed the need to clean the inner non-food contact surface of the larger white chest freezer (near the side exit door) due to a build-up of ice and food debris in the bottom of the unit. All non-food contact surfaces are to be cleaned at a frequency to prevent accumulations. PIC is to clean.
511-6-1.05(7)(d)
74
Nov 26, 2024
Routine
1 minor violation. 1 corrected on site.
View 1 violation
12B - personal cleanliness
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed two employees with bracelets and watches on both wrist. g) Jewelry. 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. Employees removed bracelets and watches. This was COS.
511-6-1.03(5)(g)
95
May 8, 2024
Routine
1 critical violation. 5 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 6 violations
10D - food properly labeled; original container
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed the following: 2 containers of chicken salad in the walk in cooler with an expiration of 4/19/24; sour cream container in the kitchen refrigerator with an expiration of 4/8/24; heavy cream in the kitchen refrigerator with an expiration of 3/7/24. (b) Expired Foods. Prepackaged sandwiches, eggs, infant formula, shucked oysters, milk, and time/temperature control safety foods that are labeled as “keep refrigerated” and that are for sale or service to the consumer or used as an ingredient in other foods shall be immediately discarded and shall not be sold, served, or used after the manufacturer’s expiration date or the sell-by date. EHS informed PIC; PIC discarded all items.
511-6-1.04(8)(b)
14C - single-use/single-service articles: properly stored, used
Inspector notes: Observed facility re-using a sour cream container to store ranch dressing. (r) Single-Service and Single-Use Articles, Use Limitation. 1. Single-service and single-use articles may not be reused. EHS informed PIC that containers can not be re-used once emptied of the original product.
511-6-1.05(6)(r)
15A - food and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, and used
Inspector notes: Observed water pooling from underneath the 3 Door freezer closest to the 3C sink. (6) Maintenance and Operation. (a) Good Repair and Proper Adjustment. 1. Equipment shall be maintained in a state of repair and condition. EHS informed PIC to keep watch on the unit to address the cause; unit may be in defrost mode.
511-6-1.05(6)(a)
15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: Observed facility's need to clean bulk equipment bottom shelving of the prep table from food debri and to clean inside the refrigeration and freezer units in the kitchen. 2. The food-contact surfaces of cooking equipment and pans shall be kept free of encrusted grease deposits and other soil accumulations. 3. Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be kept free of an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris. EHS informed PIC of the need to clean equipment routinely.
511-6-1.05(7)(a)
17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean
Inspector notes: Observed facility's need to clean vents and ceiling tiles from dust build up. 5) Maintenance and Operation. (a) Good Repair. All physical facilities shall be maintained in good repair. (b) Cleaning, Frequency and Restrictions. 1. The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean and by methods that prevent contamination of food products. 2. Except for cleaning that is necessary due to a spill or other accident, cleaning shall be done during periods when the least amount of food is exposed, such as after closing. Facility is to clean ceiling tiles and vents.
511-6-1.07(5)(a)
17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean
Inspector notes: Observed facility's need to clean the debri from flooring underneath the racks in the dry storage room and splatter from walls in certain areas throughout the kitchen. (5) Maintenance and Operation. (a) Good Repair. All physical facilities shall be maintained in good repair. (b) Cleaning, Frequency and Restrictions. 1. The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean and by methods that prevent contamination of food products. 2. Except for cleaning that is necessary due to a spill or other accident, cleaning shall be done during periods when the least amount of food is exposed, such as after closing. EHS informed PIC of the need to clean the noted areas.
511-6-1.07(5)(a)
67
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Lifespring last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Lifespring on file is from Feb 24, 2026. The public record contains four inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Lifespring?
Across the inspection record, “food and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanable” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Lifespring.
How does Lifespring compare to other restaurants in Macon?
Lifespring most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is lower than the Macon average of 91.
Has Lifespring's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Lifespring have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Lifespring 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 Lifespring inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Lifespring is inspected around two times per year on average.
Nearby Restaurants