North Georgia BBQ

Inspector notes: Observed potentially hazardous food cold held overnight in the walk-in-cooler at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Facility states that the walk-in has been having trouble maintaining temperatures at 41 and lower. Unit's exterior thermometer read 50 degrees F upon arrival. Many items delivered ~11 am and still within appropriate temperature range. All items exceeding 41 degrees F discarded. Advised PIC not to use walk-in until temperatures below 41 degrees F can be maintained. Unit should be serviced and temperatures monitored closely. Inspector to follow-up.

Inspector notes: Inspection report is posted on the wall by the entrance doors but is hidden by a large shelf placed directly in front of it. Inspection report must be clearly visible.

Inspector notes: Observed that facility has not implemented an approved method of notifying consumers of allergens offered with in the facility. All facilities must have a written notification informing customers of potential allergens within the facility.

Inspector notes: Observed unsealed wood in kitchen. All wooden surfaces should be sealed to meet the standards of kitchen surfaces being hard, nonporous and easily cleanable. Observed gasket on hot box torn and in need of replacing. Observed grease pot in exterior smoker area full and in need of emptying. Observed mold-like debris on circulating fan in top of back reach-in.

Inspector notes: Facility states that front service area A/C is not operational and has not been for about nine months. This could be a contributing factor to the elevated temperatures observed in the walk-in cooler.

Inspector notes: Observed the front entrance exterior door and the exterior door to the outdoor seating area propped open with blocks. Observed the exterior door to the smoker area to lack a self-closer. Observed a significant gap under the exterior door to the smoker area. CA: all exterior openings must be properly protected to prohibit pest incursion and must be outfitted with self-closers.