Louise's
Last inspected: Mar 13, 2026
70
Score
Louise's has been inspected six times since 2024. The latest inspection on file is from Mar 13, 2026. Diners should read medium risk as a signal that some issues exist but aren't extreme.
Recent inspections have turned up roughly the same number of issues each time, hovering near nine violations per visit.
The most common issue across all inspections has been “nonfood-contact surfaces clean”, showing up five times.
That's lower than the typical Griffin restaurant, which scores around 85. On the whole, the file is mixed but not concerning.
6
Inspections
0
Critical latest
1
Major latest
5
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 13, 2026
Followup
1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
View 6 violations
15B - warewashing facilities: installed, maintained, used; test strips
Inspector notes: Observed test strips are not adequate to monitor sanitizer concentrations at the dish machine.
511-6-1.05(3)(h)
10D - food properly labeled; original container
Inspector notes: Observed food storage containers are not labeled with common name once removed from original container (ex. white powders, clear liquids, etc).
511-6-1.04(4)(d)
11A - proper cooling methods used: adequate equipment for temperature control
Inspector notes: Observed improper cooling methods are used to cool Time/Temperature Control for Safety (TCS) foods (ex. large pots, large quantities in bus tubs, stacked containers, placing hot food on top of each other).
511-6-1.04(6)(e)
13A - posted: permit/inspection/choking poster/handwashing
Inspector notes: Observed most recent routine inspection is not posted in public view. The 84 from 8/12/25 is posted instead of the 71 from 2/13/26.
511-6-1.02(1)(d)
15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: Observed non-food contact surfaces are not clean and maintained.
511-6-1.05(7)(a)
17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean
Inspector notes: Observed floors and walls along baseboards and under equipment are not clean and maintained.
511-6-1.07(5)(a)
70
Feb 13, 2026
Routine
4 critical violations. 3 major violations. 7 minor violations. 5 corrected on site.
View 14 violations
6-1B - proper hot holding temperatures
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed TCS foods do not meet temperature requirements of 135 degrees F or above.
511-6-1.04(6)(f)
6-1C - proper cooling time and temperature
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed TCS foods are not cooler adequately for safety.
511-6-1.04(6)(d)
8-2B - toxic substances properly identified, stored, used
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed toxic chemicals are improperly stored on prep tables and by food items (ex. spray bottles on prep tables by food, bottle of PineSol in pan with gravy packs).
511-6-1.07(6)(c)
6-1A - proper cold holding temperatures
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed Time/Temperature Control for Safety (TCS) foods do not meet temperature requirements of 41 degrees F or below.
511-6-1.04(6)(f)
1-2B - certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: Observed Certified Food Safety Manager certification that is current is not provided. (Repeat)
511-6-1.03(3)(a)
16A - hot and cold water available; adequate pressure
Inspector notes: Observed hot water is not provided at all sinks.
511-6-1.06(1)(g)
8-2B - toxic substances properly identified, stored, used
Inspector notes: Observed toxic chemical spray bottles are not labeled with common name.
511-6-1.07(6)(b)
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: Observed dish machine does not have sufficient sanitizer when dishes are run through the machine. Testing device does not register sanitizer. (Repeat)
511-6-1.05(6)(o)
4-2A - food stored covered
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed food is stored uncovered in kitchen and walk in coolers.
511-6-1.04(4)(c)
15A - food and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, and used
Inspector notes: Observed walk in cooler does not meet the temperature requirements of 41 degrees F or below.
511-6-1.05(6)(a)
15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: Observed non-food contact surfaces are not clean (ex. exteriors of cook equipment, prep tables and legs, exteriors of bulk food containers).
511-6-1.05(7)(a)
16B - plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: Observed plumbing leak at hose in rear part of kitchen.
511-6-1.06(2)(r)
17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean
Inspector notes: Observed floors and walls behind equipment and along baseboards are not clean and maintained.
511-6-1.07(5)(a)
17D - adequate ventilation and lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: Observed employee personal items improperly stored next to food equipment and on prep tables.
511-6-1.07(4)(b)
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Aug 12, 2025
Routine
2 major violations. 2 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 4 violations
1-2B - certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: Observed Certified Food Safety Manager certification that is current is not provided.
511-6-1.03(3)(a)
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: Observed dish machine does not register sanitizer with testing device after a dish wash cycle.
511-6-1.05(6)(n)
12A - contamination prevented during food preparation, storage, display
Inspector notes: Observed raw fish is being stored in undrained ice.
511-6-1.04(4)(i)
17D - adequate ventilation and lighting; designated areas used
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed employee personal items are improperly stored next to customer food items.
511-6-1.07(4)(b)
74
Feb 12, 2025
Routine
2 major violations. 9 minor violations. 5 corrected on site.
View 11 violations
1-2B - certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: Observed Certified Food Safety Manager certification that is current is not available.
511-6-1.03(3)(a)
6-2 - proper date marking and disposition
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed Time/Temperature Control for Safety (TCS) foods that are kept for more than 24 hours are not marked with a date marking system and/or marked for more than (7) days. TCS foods are not discarded within (7) days based on items marked. (Repeat)
511-6-1.04(6)(g)
13A - posted: permit/inspection/choking poster/handwashing
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed most recent routine inspection is not posted in public view. The 91 from 3/16/23 is posted and the last inspection was an 80 from 8/22/2024. (Repeat)
511-6-1.02(1)(d)
15A - food and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, and used
Inspector notes: Observed door to walk in cooler is in disrepair. (Repeat)
511-6-1.05(1)(a)
15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: Observed non-food contact surfaces are not clean (ex. exteriors of food containers, exteriors of cook equipment, shelves, exteriors of sinks, handles of equipment).
511-6-1.05(7)(a)
17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean
Inspector notes: Observed floors and walls throughout need detailed cleaning.
511-6-1.07(2)(a)
17D - adequate ventilation and lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: Observed employee personal items are improperly stored throughout kitchen and storage areas.
511-6-1.07(3)(h)
12A - contamination prevented during food preparation, storage, display
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed raw pork is being stored in undrained ice in food prep sink.
511-6-1.04(4)(i)
12B - personal cleanliness
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed food handlers are wearing watches while working with food items.
511-6-1.03(5)(g)
12B - personal cleanliness
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed food handlers do not have hair properly restrained while working with food items.
511-6-1.03(5)(j)
12C - wiping cloths: properly used and stored
Inspector notes: Observed wiping towels are not being stored in sanitizing solution in between uses.
511-6-1.04(4)(m)
52
Aug 22, 2024
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 6 minor violations.
View 8 violations
6-1A - proper cold holding temperatures
Inspector notes: Observed Time/Temperature Control for Safety (TCS) foods do not meet temperature requirements of 41 degrees F or below.
511-6-1.04(6)(f)
6-2 - proper date marking and disposition
Inspector notes: Observed improper date marking for TCS, ready to eat foods held more than 24 hours, and must be discarded after 7 days. Foods are being dated with an extra day added to the original 7 day discard date.
511-6-1.04(6)(g)
13A - posted: permit/inspection/choking poster/handwashing
Inspector notes: Observed most recent routine inspection report not posted. Last inspection was on 2/19/2024 (84), inspection from 3/16/2023 (91) is posted.
511-6-1.02(1)(d)
15A - food and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, and used
Inspector notes: Observed walk in cooler #1 (TCS food items) door in need of repair.
511-6-1.05(6)(q)
15A - food and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, and used
Inspector notes: Observed walk in cooler # 2(produce cooler) unable to maintain temperatures of 41F or below.
511-6-1.05(6)(a)
15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: Observed non-food contact surfaces are not clean (ex. exteriors of food containers, exteriors of cook equipment, shelves, exteriors of sinks, handles of equipment).
511-6-1.05(7)(a)
18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present
Inspector notes: Observed live roach on wall in kitchen area next to prep sink.
511-6-1.07(5)(k)
18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present
Inspector notes: Observed opened side door next to dining area without screen door protection.
511-6-1.07(5)(k)
58
Feb 19, 2024
Routine
3 critical violations. 1 major violation. 5 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 9 violations
6-1A - proper cold holding temperatures
Inspector notes: Observed Time/Temperature Control for Safety (TCS) foods do not meet temperature requirements of 41 degrees F or below.
511-6-1.04(6)(f)
6-1B - proper hot holding temperatures
Inspector notes: Observed TCS foods do not meet temperature requirements of 135 degrees F or above.
511-6-1.04(6)(f)
6-1C - proper cooling time and temperature
Inspector notes: Observed prepared TCS food items from ice bath and cooler did not cool within the first 2 hours from 135F to 70F.
511-6-1.04(6)(d)
15B - warewashing facilities: installed, maintained, used; test strips
Inspector notes: Observed inadequate sanitizer concentration for ware washing machine.
511-6-1.05(6)(p)
2-2B - proper eating, tasting, drinking, or tobacco use
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed open employee drinks stored on shelving in walk in cooler and main kitchen area.
511-6-1.03(5)(k)
13A - posted: permit/inspection/choking poster/handwashing
Inspector notes: Observed most recent inspection not posted, inspection from 3/16/2023 (91) is posted.
511-6-1.02(1)(d)
15A - food and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, and used
Inspector notes: Observed walk in cooler #1 in need of repair, hole in bottom of door.
511-6-1.05(6)(q)
15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: Observed non-food contact surfaces are not clean (ex. exteriors of food containers, exteriors of cook equipment, shelves, exteriors of sinks, handles of equipment).
511-6-1.05(7)(a)
17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean
Inspector notes: Observed floors are in need of detailed cleaning.
511-6-1.07(2)(a)
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Louise's last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Louise's on file is from Mar 13, 2026. The public record contains six inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Louise's?
Across the inspection record, “nonfood-contact surfaces clean” has been cited five times, more than any other issue at Louise's.
How does Louise's compare to other restaurants in Griffin?
Louise's most recently scored 70 out of 100, which is lower than the Griffin average of 85.
Has Louise's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Louise's have averaged around nine violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Louise's 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 Louise's inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Louise's is inspected around three times per year on average.
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