Okinawa

130 Old Orchard Square, East Ellijay, GA 30540
Japanese / Sushi
License: Food Service
Last inspected: Sep 25, 2025
86
Score
Low Risk

Public records currently show only two inspections for Okinawa. Inspectors last stopped by on Sep 25, 2025. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.

Recent inspections have turned up roughly the same number of issues each time, hovering near two violations per visit.

The pattern that stands out is “proper date marking and disposition”, which has been cited two times.

The city-wide average sits at 94, which Okinawa's 86 doesn't quite reach. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.

2
Inspections
0
Critical latest
1
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Sep 25, 2025
Routine
1 major violation. 1 minor violation. 1 corrected on site.
View 2 violations
6-2 - proper date marking and disposition (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Ready to eat TCS foods held in the establishment for more than 24 hours shall have the date the food was opened or prepared, and shall be kept in the establishment for no more than 7 days. Observed cream cheese mix for ragoons, yum yum sauce, and sushi grade fish that were not properly date marking. TCS RTE foods such as opened frozen sushi grade fish shall have the date the package was opened and the date the product was frozen. PIC applied the correct date on all items.
511-6-1.04(6)(g)
17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean
Inspector notes: Physical facilities shall be kept in good repair. Observed missing coving in the kitchen area near the salad fridge and in the area with the walk in. Observed FRP paneling coming loose next to exterior exit door.
511-6-1.07(5)(a)
86
Jul 17, 2025
Initial
1 major violation. 1 corrected on site.
View 1 violation
6-2 - proper date marking and disposition (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Ready to eat TCS foods held in the establishment for more than 24 hours shall have the date the food was opened or prepared, and shall be kept in the establishment for no more than 7 days. Observed cream cheese mix for ragoons, yum yum sauce, and sushi grade fish that were not properly date marking. PIC applied the correct date on all items.
511-6-1.04(6)(g)
90

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Okinawa last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Okinawa on file is from Sep 25, 2025. The public record contains two inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Okinawa?

Across the inspection record, “proper date marking and disposition” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Okinawa.

How does Okinawa compare to other restaurants in East Ellijay?

Okinawa most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is lower than the East Ellijay average of 94.

Has Okinawa's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Okinawa have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Okinawa means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.