Marcos Pizza 8232

4250 Wade Green Rd Nw Ste 112, Kennesaw, GA 30144

Pizza

License: Food Service

Last inspected: May 6, 2026

Score

Medium Risk

Marcos Pizza 8232 has a thin inspection record, with only two visits on file so far. The latest inspection on file is from May 6, 2026. A medium risk score generally means inspectors found things to fix, though most weren't urgent.

Violation counts have ticked up lately, averaging around five violations per visit versus roughly one violation earlier in the record.

The most common issue across all inspections has been “food-contact surfaces”, showing up two times.

The city-wide average sits at 88, which Marcos Pizza 8232's 67 doesn't quite reach. The inspection history reads as standard for a restaurant of this size.

Inspections

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Inspection History

May 6, 2026

Routine

1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.

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6-1A - proper cold holding temperatures (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed tomatoes, cheese, pepperoni, sausage and salami stored on the top area of the prep unit held cold holding temperatures above 41F. CA: Except during preparation, cooking, or cooling, or when time is used as the public health control, time/temperature control for safety food shall be maintained at 41°F (5°C) or below. COS: The food items were cooled down and transferred into the walk in cooler to maintain temperatures of 41F or below.

511-6-1.04(6)(f)

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

Inspector notes: Food debris was observed on the utensils stored on the shelf above the 3-compartment sink. CA: Equipment food-contact surfaces and utensils shall be clean to sight and touch. COS: The utensils were removed.

511-6-1.05(7)(a)

12A - contamination prevented during food preparation, storage, display

Inspector notes: Boxes of grilled chicken breast and bread was stored on the floor inside the walk in freezer. CA: Food shall be protected from contamination by storing the food in a clean, dry location where it is not exposed to splash, dust, or other contamination at least 6 inches (15 cm) above the floor.

511-6-1.04(4)(q)

15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean

Inspector notes: Food debris was observed underneath prep tables and inside the prep unit in the kitchen. CA: Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be kept free of an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris.

511-6-1.05(7)(a)

17A - toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, cleaned

Inspector notes: The restrooms were removed and appear to be under construction. Toilet facilities shall be provided for food employees and patrons. Toilet facilities shall not be through food service, preparation, storage, or ware washing areas. The operator must contact the health department prior to starting construction for approval.

511-6-1.06(2)(h)

Apr 8, 2025

Routine

1 major violation.

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11A - proper cooling methods used: adequate equipment for temperature control

Inspector notes: Observed freezer in main kitchen not working/out of service. CA: Equipment for cooling and heating food, and holding cold and hot food, shall be sufficient in number and capacity to provide food temperatures as specified under DPH Rule 511-6-1-.04.

511-6-1.05(3)(a)

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Marcos Pizza 8232 last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Marcos Pizza 8232 on file is from May 6, 2026. The public record contains two inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Marcos Pizza 8232?

Across the inspection record, “food-contact surfaces” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Marcos Pizza 8232.

How does Marcos Pizza 8232 compare to other restaurants in Kennesaw?

Marcos Pizza 8232 most recently scored 67 out of 100, which is lower than the Kennesaw average of 88.

Has Marcos Pizza 8232's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Marcos Pizza 8232 have averaged around five violations per visit, up from roughly one earlier in the record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Marcos Pizza 8232 means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.

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