Microtel Inn and Suites
Last inspected: Mar 25, 2026
100
Score
Microtel Inn and Suites appears in inspection records eight times, starting in 2024. The newest entry in the record is dated Mar 25, 2026. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.
Things have been moving in the right direction, with the rolling count dropping from around four violations to closer to one violation per visit.
When inspectors have written things up, “pic present, demonstrates knowledge, performs duties” has been the most frequent reason, cited three times.
Microtel Inn and Suites' latest score of 100 sits above the Tifton average of 94. There isn't much in the file that would give a customer pause.
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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
Mar 25, 2026
Routine
No violations found.
100
Feb 25, 2026
Routine
1 critical violation. 2 major violations.
View 3 violations
2-1B - hands clean and properly washed
Inspector notes: Observed food employee not wash hands before putting on gloves to work in food service. COS: EHS had food employee wash hands in appropriate sink (was dry upon entry).
511-6-1.03(5)(c)
1-2B - certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: Observed no certified food safety manager certification posted as required. CTM: Post valid food safety manager certification as required.
511-6-1.03(3)(c)
2-2A - management knowledge, responsibilities, reporting
Inspector notes: Observed food employee (PIC) not informed of their responsibility to report certain illnesses and symptoms in a verifiable manner as required. COS: EHS discussed employee reporting agreement with PIC and had them sign.
511-6-1.03(2)(o)
70
Aug 20, 2025
Routine
No violations found.
100
Jul 31, 2025
Routine
2 critical violations. 3 major violations. 2 minor violations. 3 corrected on site.
View 7 violations
6-1A - proper cold holding temperatures
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed TCS food (see temp log) in front self-service cooler, front self-service counter, milk pitcher and main reach in cooler not cold held at 41 degrees Fahrenheit or below. COS: PIC discarded all TCS food in establishment since no coolers were holding proper temperature. Train employees on temperature monitoring. Review 511-6-1.04(6)(f) and 511-6-1.04(6)(i) - available online.
511-6-1.04(6)(f)
2-1B - hands clean and properly washed
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed food employee not wash hands before putting on gloves to work in food service. COS: EHS had food employee wash hands in appropriate sink (was dry upon entry).
511-6-1.03(5)(c)
1-2A - pic present, demonstrates knowledge, performs duties
Inspector notes: Observed PIC not fulfilling responsibilities as demonstrated by violations below before having duties in food service. CTM: Contact EHS to discuss proper training.
511-6-1.03(2)(a)
1-2B - certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: Observed non-valid certification posted in front food service. CTM: Post current certification document (Dinesh)
511-6-1.03(3)(c)
11D - thermometers provided and accurate
Inspector notes: Observed no food temperature measuring device (thermometer) available in establishment. CTM: Replace missing thermometer and retrain all employees on how to correctly monitor cooler and food temperatures.
511-6-1.05(3)(g)
14C - single-use/single-service articles: properly stored, used
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed single-service utensils on counter in self-serve area stored with food/lip contact surfaces up where guest contamination was observed. COS: PIC discarded all utensils out for service.
511-6-1.05(10)(g)(1)
15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: Observed interior (bottom) and shelves of RIC in main kitchen heavily soiled. CTM: If RIC is not replaced, clean and sanitize all interior surfaces of cooler and shelving.
511-6-1.05(7)(a)
50
Mar 11, 2025
Followup
No violations found.
100
Jan 14, 2025
Routine
5 major violations. 2 corrected on site.
View 5 violations
1-2B - certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: Observed no CFSM overseeing food service employees. CTM: Have food service employee registered for CFSM training class by Friday.
511-6-1-.03(3)(d)
2-2D - adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed coffee containers in hand wash sink. COS: PIC removed items from hand wash sink.
511-6-1.06(2)(o)
2-2D - adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible
Inspector notes: Through discussion with PIC, PIC not washing hands in designated hand wash sink when entering kitchen - using restroom sink and 3-compartment sinks only. CTM: Retrain all employees that have food service responsibilities on when and where to wash hands.
511-6-1-.03(5)(d)
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed no sanitizer in kitchen. COS: EHS trained PIC on how to use bleach as an alternate method of sanitizer. Facility has test strips for quat and chlorine.
511-6-1.05(6)(n)
1-2A - pic present, demonstrates knowledge, performs duties
Inspector notes: Observed PIC not fulfilling responsibilities as demonstrated by violations below before having duties in food service. CTM: Contact EHS to discuss.
511-6-1.03(2)(a)
61
Oct 10, 2024
Routine
2 critical violations. 6 major violations. 4 minor violations. 6 corrected on site.
View 12 violations
8-2B - toxic substances properly identified, stored, used
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed chlorine solution in 3-compartment sink at concentration well over 200ppm. COS: PIC remade sanitizing solution in 3-comp sink and verified with test strips.
511-6-1.07(6)(g)
8-2B - toxic substances properly identified, stored, used
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed chemical spray bottle stored on the same surface next to food and single-service items for service (disinfectant, coffee filters, oatmeal, pancake batter all on grease trap). COS: EHS had PIC move chemical to proper location.
511-6-1.07(6)(c)
12B - personal cleanliness
Inspector notes: Observed PIC with fingernails longer than tips of fingers.
511-6-1.03(5)(f)
1-2A - pic present, demonstrates knowledge, performs duties
Inspector notes: Observed PIC not trained on responsibilities as demonstrated by violations below before having sole duties in food service. CTM: Have CFSM train employee. Also have CFSM and permit holder contact EHS for discussion.
511-6-1.03(2)(a)
2-2A - management knowledge, responsibilities, reporting
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed food employee (PIC) not informed of their responsibility to report certain illnesses and symptoms as required. COS: EHS discussed employee reporting agreement with PIC and had them sign.
511-6-1.03(2)(o)
2-2D - adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Through discussion with PIC, PIC not washing hands in designated hand wash sink when entering kitchen - using restroom sink only. COS: PIC washed hands in designated hand wash sink.
511-6-1-.03(5)(d)
2-2D - adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed no hand drying provisions in kitchen. COS: PIC placed paper towels at hand wash sink.
511-6-1.07(3)(b)
2-2D - adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed hand wash sink being used to store bagged bagels for the food service. COS: EHS moved bread to counter.
511-6-1.06(2)(o)
13A - posted: permit/inspection/choking poster/handwashing
Inspector notes: Observed current inspection report not displayed.
511-6-1.02(1)(d)
12B - personal cleanliness
Inspector notes: Observed PIC with hair not adequately restrained.
511-6-1.03(5)(j)
12B - personal cleanliness
Inspector notes: Observed PIC prepping food with jewelry on hands other than plain band.
511-6-1.03(5)(g)
12A - contamination prevented during food preparation, storage, display
Inspector notes: Observed boxes of pancake batter and oatmeal stored in direct contact with grease trap. CTM: Place all food items (and single service items) in a location that protects them from potential contamination.
511-6-1.04(4)(q)
33
Feb 15, 2024
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 corrected on site.
View 1 violation
6-1A - proper cold holding temperatures
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed TCS food (see temp log) in front cooler not cold held at 41 degrees Fahrenheit or below. COS: PIC will discard any TCS food above 41 degrees at end of service (food is pulled from RIC after overnight storage at 6:30am - temps taken at 8:30am). Defrost cooler and retrain employees on temperature monitoring. Review 511-6-1.04(6)(f) and 511-6-1.04(6)(i) - available online.
511-6-1.04(6)(f)
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Microtel Inn and Suites last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Microtel Inn and Suites on file is from Mar 25, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Microtel Inn and Suites?
Across the inspection record, “pic present, demonstrates knowledge, performs duties” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Microtel Inn and Suites.
How does Microtel Inn and Suites compare to other restaurants in Tifton?
Microtel Inn and Suites most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Tifton average of 94.
Has Microtel Inn and Suites' inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Microtel Inn and Suites have averaged around one violation per visit, down from roughly four earlier in the record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Microtel Inn and Suites 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 Microtel Inn and Suites inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Microtel Inn and Suites is inspected around four times per year on average.
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