Martin's (West Ave)
Last inspected: May 5, 2026
100
Score
Across the available record, Martin's (West Ave) has seven inspections on file, the first dated 2024. The most recent visit was on May 5, 2026. When a facility lands in the low risk tier, it usually means nothing alarming showed up at the most recent visit.
Recent inspections have found fewer violations than earlier ones, averaging around five violations lately and about seven violations before that.
The most common issue across all inspections has been “food-contact surfaces”, showing up five times.
Among Cartersville restaurants, the typical score is 90; Martin's (West Ave) is comfortably above that bar. The record reflects steady performance over time.
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Inspections
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Critical latest
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Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
May 5, 2026
Followup
No violations found.
100
Apr 22, 2026
Routine
4 critical violations. 3 major violations. 3 minor violations. 8 corrected on site.
View 10 violations
6-1A - proper cold holding temperatures
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed improper cold holding of potentially hazardous TCS foods in reach-in coolers (egg mix 46F, sliced cheese 43F). CA: Cold held TCS foods shall maintain an internal temperature of at least 41F or below. COS: Foods were out of temp for an unknown amount of time and PIC discarded.
511-6-1.04(6)(f)
6-1C - proper cooling time and temperature
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed sliced tomatoes in the walk-in cooler that did not cool to 41F within 4 hours. Sliced tomatoes were prepped at 9am and were 47F at 2:30pm. Per PIC, the pan of tomatoes had been in the walk-in cooler since they were prepped that morning. CA: TCS foods shall be cooled within 4 hours to 41F. COS: PIC discarded tomatoes. Discussed temperature checks and proper methods of cooling.
511-6-1.04(6)(d)
6-1D - time as a public health control: procedures and records
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed TCS foods held on time control in lieu of temperature control that was held past it's discard time (sliced cheese, sliced tomatoes, coleslaw, shredded lettuce). PIC instructed employee to move food back to the cooler to cool down. Observed no written procedure available in the facility. CA: If time without temperature control is used as the public health control for a working supply of TCS food, written procedures shall be prepared in advance and maintained in the food service establishment. TCS foods under a time procedure must be discarded 4 hours from the point in time when the food is removed from temperature control. COS: Employee discarded all foods.
511-6-1.04(6)(i)
4-1A - food separated and protected
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed raw beef stored above raw pork and raw pork stored above fresh produce and fully cooked breakfast meats in the walk-in cooler. CA: Food shall be protected from cross-contamination by separating raw animal foods from ready-to-eat/fully cooked and separating raw animal foods based on their minimum internal cook temps. COS: PIC moved the beef below the pork and moved the pork below the produce and cooked meats.
511-6-1.04(4)(c)
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed employee use a cloth in sanitizer bucket and wipe food prep counter with no sanitizer present in the solution (0ppm on inspector test strip). CA: Sanitizer must follow manufacturers' recommendation for sanitizing of food contact surfaces. COS: PIC remade the sanitizer bucket solution at the appropriate concentration and the counter was re-sanitized.
511-6-1.05(6)(n)
1-2A - pic present, demonstrates knowledge, performs duties
Inspector notes: Observed PIC unable to perform duties due to risk factor violations. CA: PIC must ensure compliance with all risk factors.
511-6-1.03(2)(a)
1-2B - certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: Observed CFSM is unable to assess training needs of employees based on risk factor violations. CA: CFSM must assess training needs of employees and request formal training as needed.
511-6-1-.03(3)(d)
18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed all windows in the facility left open and flying insects were inside the facility. CA: Outer openings of a food service establishment shall be protected against the entry of insects and rodents by keeping doors and windows closed. COS: PIC closed windows.
511-6-1.07(2)(m)
4-2A - food stored covered
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed reach-in freezer left open and packages of stored food were uncovered within the freezer. CA: Food shall be stored covered to protect from overhead contamination. COS: Food was covered and freezer closed.
511-6-1.04(4)(c)
14A - in-use utensils: properly stored
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed ice scoop handle in contact with ice, spoon in bulk seasoning container with handle in contact with the seasoning. CA: Utensils stored in containers of food between uses shall be stored so the handle is above the food. CA: PIC removed scoops.
511-6-1.04(4)(k)
35
Nov 5, 2025
Followup
1 critical violation. 3 minor violations. 4 corrected on site.
View 4 violations
6-1A - proper cold holding temperatures
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed improper cold holding of potentially hazardous TCS foods (milk/egg mix and sliced tomatoes). See temp log. CA: Cold held TCS foods shall maintain an internal temperature of at least 41F or lower. COS: PIC discarded food.
511-6-1.04(6)(f)
13A - posted: permit/inspection/choking poster/handwashing
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed the current inspection report not posted where it is visible to the public at the drive thru window or at the walk-up window. CA: The most current inspection report shall be prominently displayed in public view at all times, within fifteen feet of the front or primary public door and between five feet and seven feet from the floor and in an area where it can be read at a distance of one foot away. COS: PIC given two copies of the current inspection to be displayed upon receipt.
511-6-1.02(1)(d)
17D - adequate ventilation and lighting; designated areas used
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed employee cell phone stored on dough mixer. CA: Employee personal items are to be stored in separate, designated areas. COS: Cellphone was relocated.
511-6-1.07(4)(b)
4-2A - food stored covered
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed pans of gravy on the steamwell and sliced cheese in the ice bath stored uncovered. Observed ice bin at the drive thru left open while not in use. CA: Food shall be stored covered to prevent overhead contamination. COS: Employee put lids on pans.
511-6-1.04(4)(c)
74
Oct 27, 2025
Routine
2 critical violations. 4 major violations. 3 minor violations. 4 corrected on site.
View 9 violations
4-1A - food separated and protected
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed raw beef stored above raw pork tenderloin in the walk-in cooler. CA: Food shall be protected from cross-contamination by separating raw animal foods during storage, preparation, and holding from ready-to-eat foods. COS: PIC re-organized raw meats based on minimum internal cook temp.
511-6-1.04(4)(c)
6-1A - proper cold holding temperatures
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed improper cold holding of potentially hazardous TCS foods (milk/eqq mixture, sliced cheese). CA: Cold held TCS foods shall maintain an internal temperature of at least 41F or below. CA: PIC discarded milk/egg mix. Sliced cheese was out of temp for less than 4 hours and was moved to the walk-in cooler to rapidly cool. Discussed proper ice bath set up and maintenance.
511-6-1.04(6)(f)
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: Observed interior of bulk ice machine and ice machine at the soda fountain with black build up in them. CA: Food contact surfaces shall be cleaned frequently enough that they are maintained clean to sight and touch. COS: PIC will drain ice machines and properly clean/sanitize. Moving forward, frequency of routine cleaning will be increased.
511-6-1.05(7)(a)
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed 0ppm of chlorine sanitizer in the sanitizer bucket on the prep line. CA: Sanitizer shall be made based on the manufacturers instructions. Bleach 50-100ppm. COS: PIC remade sanitizer bucket.
511-6-1.05(6)(n)
1-2A - pic present, demonstrates knowledge, performs duties
Inspector notes: Observed PIC lacking knowledge of foodborne illness risk factors. CA: PIC knowledge can be demonstrated by having no violations of Priority Items during routine inspections. CA: Employees need to be trained/re-trained.
511-6-1.03(2)(a)
1-2B - certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: Observed certified food safety manager not fulfilling duties; unable to assess training needs of employees. CA: The responsibility of the CFSM shall include the safety of food preparation and service by ensuring that all employees who handle, or have responsibility for handling, unpackaged foods of any kind, have sufficient knowledge of safe preparation and service of the food. The nature and extent of the knowledge that each employee is required to have may be tailored, as appropriate, to the employee's duties related to food safety issues. COS: Re-train CFSM. Health dept training offered.
511-6-1-.03(3)(d)
2-2B - proper eating, tasting, drinking, or tobacco use
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed employee personal stored on a prep table in the kitchen in a reusable tumbler. CA: Employee personal drinks must be in a single service beverage cup with a secure lid and straw that is handled to prevent contamination. COS: PIC moved the cup to the office.
511-6-1.03(5)(k)
15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: Observed excessive buildup of grease and food debris on sides, insides and tops of cooking equipment such as fryers, oven, prep tables. CA: Non-food contact surfaces shall be maintained and kept clean. COS: PIC will assign equipment to be cleaned and moving forward will increase the frequency of routine cleaning.
511-6-1.05(7)(a)
17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean
Inspector notes: Observed build up of soil, grease, dust and food debris on the floors, coving, ceiling and vents throughout the facility. Observed leak in ceiling in food prep area. CA: Physical facilities shall be maintained and kept in good repair. COS: Facility needs to be deep cleaning and moving forward increase the frequency of routine cleaning.
511-6-1.07(5)(a)
43
Apr 30, 2025
Routine
2 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 7 violations
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: Observed sanitizer compartment of dish sink testing at 0ppm and no active sanitizer buckets throughout facility during prep and service hours. CA: PIC had employee remake sanitizer water with bleach and make sanitizer buckets to store throughout prep areas
511-6-1.05(6)(n)
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: <b>REPEAT:</b> Observed interior of bulk ice machine and ice machine at the soda fountain not cleaned at a frequency necessary to maintain food contact surfaces clean to sight and touch. CA: Discussed cleaning with PIC. Increase cleaning frequency.
511-6-1.05(7)(a)
2-2B - proper eating, tasting, drinking, or tobacco use
Inspector notes: Observed employee personal drink in food prep area. CA: Discussed with PIC about keeping items in designated area. Drink must be used in a single use cup with lid and straw. Drink was discarded.
511-6-1.03(5)(k)
12A - contamination prevented during food preparation, storage, display
Inspector notes: Observed boxes of food in the walk-in freezer stored directly on the food. CA: Discussed with PIC; delivery at not been received today. PIC moved boxes to shelving at least 6" off the ground.
511-6-1.04(4)(q)
15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: Observed excessive buildup of grease and food debris on sides, insides and tops of cooking equipment such as fryers, ovens, prep tables. CA: Facility and all equipment should be deep cleaned then maintain a cleaning schedule to avoid such buildup
511-6-1.05(7)(a)
17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean
Inspector notes: <b>REPEAT:</b> Observed buildup of soil, grease, dust, and food debris on the floors, coving, ceiling, vents, and equipment legs throughout the facility. CA: Discussed with PIC. Facility needs to be deep cleaned and moving forward increase the frequency of routine cleaning.
511-6-1.07(5)(a)
17D - adequate ventilation and lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: Observed employee personal foods stored in walk-in cooler amongst facility items and employee cell phone on prep counter upon entering facility. CA: All employee personal items should be stored to prevent contamination in a designated and labeled employee area
511-6-1.07(4)(b)
64
Nov 19, 2024
Routine
1 major violation. 3 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.
View 4 violations
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: <b>REPEAT:</b> Observed interior of bulk ice machine and ice machine at the soda fountain not cleaned at a frequency necessary to maintain food contact surfaces clean to sight and touch. CA: Discussed cleaning with PIC. Increase cleaning frequency.
511-6-1.05(7)(a)
12A - contamination prevented during food preparation, storage, display
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed boxes of food in the walk-in freezer stored directly on the food. CA: Discussed with PIC; delivery at not been received today. PIC moved boxes to shelving at least 6" off the ground.
511-6-1.04(4)(q)
12B - personal cleanliness
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed cook preparing food while wearing a watch. CA: PIC instructed employee to remove watch. Watches and jewelry should be removed prior to handwashing and handling food.
511-6-1.03(5)(g)
17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean
Inspector notes: <b>REPEAT:</b> Observed buildup of soil, grease, dust, and food debris on the floors, coving, ceiling, vents, and equipment legs throughout the facility. CA: Discussed with PIC. Facility needs to be deep cleaned and moving forward increase the frequency of routine cleaning.
511-6-1.07(5)(a)
78
Jan 22, 2024
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation. 1 corrected on site.
View 3 violations
6-1B - proper hot holding temperatures
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: <b>REPEAT:</b> Observed multiple Time and Temperature Control for Safety foods not hot held ≥135°F at the steam table and warmer cabinet: Fried Steak 126°F, Grits 120°F (steam table); Country Ham 114°F (warmer cabinet); see temps. CA: Foods had been held for less than 4 hours; the fried steaks were immediately reheated to ≥165°F and the grits and ham were discarded.
511-6-1.04(6)(f)
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: <b>REPEAT:</b> Observed ice machine lid not cleaned at a frequency necessary to maintain food contact surfaces clean to sight and touch. CA: Discussed cleaning with PIC. Increase cleaning frequency.
511-6-1.05(7)(b)
17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean
Inspector notes: <b>REPEAT:</b> Observed buildup of soil, grease, and food debris on the floors, coving, and equipment legs throughout the facility. CA: Instructed PIC to detail clean floors, coving, and equipment legs and increase the cleaning frequency.
511-6-1.07(5)(a)
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Martin's (West Ave) last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Martin's (West Ave) on file is from May 5, 2026. The public record contains seven inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Martin's (West Ave)?
Across the inspection record, “food-contact surfaces” has been cited five times, more than any other issue at Martin's (West Ave).
How does Martin's (West Ave) compare to other restaurants in Cartersville?
Martin's (West Ave) most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Cartersville average of 90.
Has Martin's (West Ave)'s inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Martin's (West Ave) have averaged around five violations per visit, down from roughly seven earlier in the record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Martin's (West Ave) 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 Martin's (West Ave) inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Martin's (West Ave) is inspected around three times per year on average.
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