Mama Ruth's Kitchen

804 Atlanta Hwy, Gainesville, GA 30501

American

License: Food Service

Last inspected: Mar 6, 2026

100

Score

Low Risk

Inspectors have visited Mama Ruth's Kitchen five times, with records going back to 2024. The most recent report on file is from Mar 6, 2026. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.

Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around zero violations each.

That puts the facility ahead of the local pack: the average Gainesville restaurant scores 91. Taken together, the history is a positive one.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Mar 6, 2026

Routine

No violations found.

100

Aug 8, 2025

Routine

1 critical violation. 1 corrected on site.

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8-2B - toxic substances properly identified, stored, used (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: 511-6-1.07(6)(g) - Chemical Sanitizers, Criteria (P) (g) Chemical Sanitizers, Criteria. Chemical sanitizers, including chemical sanitizing solutions generated on-site, and other chemical antimicrobials applied to food-contact surfaces shall: 1. Meet requirements specified in 40 CFR 180.940 Tolerance exemptions for active and inert ingredients for use in antimicrobial formulations (Food-contact surface sanitizing solutions) P, or 2. Meet the requirements as specified in 40 CFR 180.2020 Pesticide Chemicals Not Requiring a Tolerance or Exemption from Tolerance-Non-food determinations. P Note: Observed a working sanitizer bucket in the prep area of the main kitchen at a concentration greater than 100ppm Chlorine. PIC remade sanitizer to 50-100ppm Chlorine.

511-6-1.07(6)(g)

Jan 23, 2025

Routine

1 minor violation. 1 corrected on site.

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11A - proper cooling methods used: adequate equipment for temperature control (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed container if cooked Mexican rice cooling in ice bath while fully covered. When placed in cooling or cold holding equipment, food containers in which food is being cooled shall be: Arranged in the equipment to provide maximum heat transfer through the container walls; and Loosely covered, or uncovered if protected from overhead contamination during the cooling period to facilitate heat transfer from the surface of the food. Corrective Actions: PIC immediately uncovered container of rice to allow heat transfer from the surface of the food.

511-6-1.04(6)(e)

Jul 22, 2024

Routine

1 major violation. 1 minor violation. 1 corrected on site.

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4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed encrusted material on can opener blade. Observed interior of microwave soiled. Equipment food-contact surfaces and utensils shall be clean to sight and touch. COS: PIC immediately cleaned can opener blade and wiped interior of microwave.

511-6-1.05(7)(a)

17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean

Inspector notes: Observed cold-holding units gaskets torn/in disrepair throughout facility. All physical facilities shall be maintained in good repair. Note: PIC stated that gaskets will be replaced.

511-6-1.07(5)(a)

Jan 11, 2024

Routine

1 major violation. 1 minor violation.

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16A - hot and cold water available; adequate pressure

Inspector notes: Observed hot water in women's restroom reach a peak temperature of 95°F with time. Hot water generation and distribution systems shall be sufficient to meet the peak hot water demands throughout the food service establishment. Note: PIC will call appropriate personnel to supply water at proper temperature to women's restroom hand sink.

511-6-1.06(1)(g)

17B - garbage/refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained

Inspector notes: Observed drain plug on dumpster to be in disrepair. Drains in receptacles and waste handling units for refuse, recyclables, and eturnables shall have drain plugs in place. Note: PIC will call appropriate personnel to install new drain plug.

511-6-1.06(5)(o)

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Mama Ruth's Kitchen last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Mama Ruth's Kitchen on file is from Mar 6, 2026. The public record contains five inspections in total.

How does Mama Ruth's Kitchen compare to other restaurants in Gainesville?

Mama Ruth's Kitchen most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Gainesville average of 91.

Has Mama Ruth's Kitchen's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Mama Ruth's Kitchen have averaged around zero violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Mama Ruth's Kitchen 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 Mama Ruth's Kitchen inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Mama Ruth's Kitchen is inspected around two times per year on average.

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