Marco's Pizza
Last inspected: Apr 16, 2026
86
Score
Marco's Pizza appears in inspection records six times, starting in 2024. Marco's Pizza was last inspected on Apr 16, 2026. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.
Things are looking better lately, with recent visits averaging around five violations compared to roughly eight violations earlier on.
“Insects, rodents, and animals not present” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing four times across the record.
Marco's Pizza's latest score is in line with the Griffin average of 85. Overall, the inspection record reads well.
6
Inspections
0
Critical latest
1
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 16, 2026
Routine
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
6-2 - proper date marking and disposition
Inspector notes: Observed Time/Temperature Control for Safety (TCS) foods are date marked with one additional day to the allowed 7-day discard period. (ex. bulk containers of peperoni dated 4/13-4/20 and 4/11-4/18).
511-6-1.04(6)(g)
18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present
Inspector notes: Observed live roaches present throughout kitchen, dish washing area, storage closets, and men's restroom.
511-6-1.07(5)(k)
86
Oct 15, 2025
Routine
2 major violations. 4 minor violations. 3 corrected on site.
View 6 violations
16A - hot and cold water available; adequate pressure
Inspector notes: Observed cold water is not provided at the food preparation sink in kitchen.
511-6-1.06(1)(i)
6-2 - proper date marking and disposition
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed Time/Temperature Control for Safety (TCS) foods are kept past dates for the establishments date marking procedures. Dates: 10/11-10/14; 10/10-10/14)
511-6-1.04(6)(g)
2-2B - proper eating, tasting, drinking, or tobacco use
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed open drink present on prep table by dish machine area.
511-6-1.03(5)(k)
12B - personal cleanliness
Inspector notes: Observed food handlers do not wear hair restraint while preparing food items.
511-6-1.03(5)(j)
12C - wiping cloths: properly used and stored
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed wiping towel bucket is improperly stored next to food equipment in pizza preparation area.
511-6-1.04(4)(m)
18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present
Inspector notes: Observed live roaches present throughout kitchen.
511-6-1.07(5)(k)
67
Apr 23, 2025
Routine
1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
View 6 violations
6-2 - proper date marking and disposition
Inspector notes: Observed Time/Temperature Control for Safety (TCS) foods are kept past dates for date marking procedures, some are marked from more than (7) days, and procedures are inconsistent.
511-6-1.04(6)(g)
14A - in-use utensils: properly stored
Inspector notes: Observed scoops without handles (ex.bowls) are being kept inside bulk food storage containers of product.
511-6-1.04(4)(k)
14C - single-use/single-service articles: properly stored, used
Inspector notes: Observed singles service items are stored on a shelf next to ceiling unprotected and not inverted.
511-6-1.05(6)(r)
15B - warewashing facilities: installed, maintained, used; test strips
Inspector notes: Observed dish machine is not dispensing adequate amount of sanitizer. At the time the dish machine is not in use. Interior of machine should be cleaned to ensure jets are clear.
511-6-1.05(6)(d)
17D - adequate ventilation and lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: Observed personal items not related to daily operations are stored on shelves next to food.
511-6-1.07(4)(b)
18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present
Inspector notes: Observed live roaches present in ware wash, dry storage, and food prep areas of kitchen.
511-6-1.07(5)(k)
70
Oct 31, 2024
Followup
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
11A - proper cooling methods used: adequate equipment for temperature control
Inspector notes: Observed ineffective cooling method for time/temperature control for safety (TCS) food items.
511-6-1.04(6)(e)
13A - posted: permit/inspection/choking poster/handwashing
Inspector notes: Observed most recent routine inspection report not posted. Most recent inspection on 10/18/2024 (63).
511-6-1.02(1)(d)
17D - adequate ventilation and lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: Observed box of employee personal food stored on top shelf above store food in walk in cooler.
511-6-1.07(4)(b)
86
Oct 18, 2024
Routine
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 9 minor violations.
View 13 violations
6-1A - proper cold holding temperatures
Inspector notes: Observed Time/Temperature Control for Safety (TCS) foods are not being maintained at 41 degrees F or below.
511-6-1.04(6)(f)
1-2A - pic present, demonstrates knowledge, performs duties
Inspector notes: Observed based on observation person in charge (PIC) is not demonstrating active managerial control.
511-6-1.03(2)(a)
1-2B - certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: Observed food safety manager certification is expired, was given 90-day grace period to update certification from previous inspection.
511-6-1.03(3)(a)
16A - hot and cold water available; adequate pressure
Inspector notes: Observed no hot water present at faucet at 4-compartment sink at bar area.
511-6-1.06(1)(g)
18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present
Inspector notes: Observed live roaches on floor and wall in dishwashing area.
511-6-1.07(5)(k)
15A - food and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, and used
Inspector notes: Observed prep top cooler and cooler bottom for pizza makeline and prep top cooler and cooler bottom for salad makeline unable to maintain temperatures of 41F or below.
511-6-1.05(6)(q)
2-2B - proper eating, tasting, drinking, or tobacco use
Inspector notes: Observed employee drinks and food stored on shelving in kitchen and walk in cooler and stored on top of ice machine.
511-6-1.03(5)(k)
10D - food properly labeled; original container
Inspector notes: Observed bulk food containers with white powders not labeled with common name.
511-6-1.04(4)(d)
12A - contamination prevented during food preparation, storage, display
Inspector notes: Observed boxes of food and produce stored on the floor in walk in cooler.
511-6-1.04(4)(q)
12B - personal cleanliness
Inspector notes: Observed food employee prepping pizzas without hair restraint.
511-6-1.03(5)(j)
12C - wiping cloths: properly used and stored
Inspector notes: Observed wiping towel bucket stored directly on top of prep top table.
511-6-1.04(4)(m)
13A - posted: permit/inspection/choking poster/handwashing
Inspector notes: Observed most recent routine inspection report not posted. Routine inspection from 11/27/2023 (91) is posted. Most recent inspection is from 4/23/2024 (80).
511-6-1.02(1)(d)
14A - in-use utensils: properly stored
Inspector notes: Observed scoops (plastic cups) without handle stored in bulk containers.
511-6-1.04(4)(k)
41
Apr 23, 2024
Routine
1 critical violation. 7 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 8 violations
6-1A - proper cold holding temperatures
Inspector notes: Observed Time/Temperature Control for Safety (TCS) foods are not being maintained at 41 degrees F or below. All TCS food items in prep top cooler and bottom coolers moved to walk in cooler and to remain there until units are repaired.
511-6-1.04(6)(f)
2-2B - proper eating, tasting, drinking, or tobacco use
Inspector notes: Observed employee drinks stored on shelving and employee plate stored on top of prep top table with food still in it.
511-6-1.03(5)(k)
11A - proper cooling methods used: adequate equipment for temperature control
Inspector notes: Observed improper cooling method for chicken wings stored on speed rack. Wings are left on speed rack unable to cool within allowed food safety time frame.
511-6-1.04(6)(e)
12A - contamination prevented during food preparation, storage, display
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed boxes of cheese stored directly on the floor.
511-6-1.04(4)(q)
12B - personal cleanliness
Inspector notes: Observed food employee prepping pizzas without hair restraint.
511-6-1.03(5)(j)
12B - personal cleanliness
Inspector notes: Observed food employee prepping pizzas with watch and bracelet on both wrist.
511-6-1.03(5)(g)
12C - wiping cloths: properly used and stored
Inspector notes: Observed wiping towel bucket stored directly on top of prep top table.
511-6-1.04(4)(m)
15A - food and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, and used
Inspector notes: Observed prep top cooler and bottom cooler on pizza make line unable to maintain 41F or below.
511-6-1.05(6)(q)
61
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Marco's Pizza last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Marco's Pizza on file is from Apr 16, 2026. The public record contains six inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Marco's Pizza?
Across the inspection record, “insects, rodents, and animals not present” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Marco's Pizza.
How does Marco's Pizza compare to other restaurants in Griffin?
Marco's Pizza most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is about the same as the Griffin average of 85.
Has Marco's Pizza's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Marco's Pizza have averaged around five violations per visit, down from roughly eight earlier in the record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Marco's Pizza 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 Marco's Pizza inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Marco's Pizza is inspected around three times per year on average.
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