Pala Bakery
Last inspected: Jan 13, 2026
45
Score
Pala Bakery, located at 1264 W Paces Ferry Rd in Atlanta, GA, underwent a high-risk inspection on January 13, 2026. This inspection resulted in one critical, four major, and five minor violations. While this recent inspection indicated several issues, Pala Bakery's inspection history shows a pattern of mostly low-risk outcomes across its five recorded inspections.
5
Inspections
1
Critical latest
4
Major latest
5
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 13, 2026
Routine
1 critical violation. 4 major violations. 5 minor violations.
45
Jul 31, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
67
Feb 4, 2025
Routine
2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
78
Jul 17, 2024
Routine
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
86
Jan 12, 2024
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 corrected on site.
86
Violations — Jan 13, 2026 Inspection
11D - thermometers provided and accurate
Inspector notes: Observed pic failure to place a thermometer in walk in cooler and ric’s. CA: Advised PIC to obtain ambient thermometer and place in warmest section of walk in cooler.
511-6-1.05(2)(x)
4-2A - food stored covered
Inspector notes: Observed several TCS food items that were uncovered in the prep areas of the kitchen (tomatoes, pesto, mozzarella slices, sausage). Ca: advised pic to cover food items to prevent overhead contamination.
511-6-1.04(4)(c)
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: Observed cutting boards and can opener with built up debris. Ca: advised pic to routinely clean food contact surfaces to sight and touch.
511-6-1.05(7)(b)
6-1D - time as a public health control: procedures and records
Inspector notes: Observed cheese and tomato sauce on counter being used as TPHC without any time stamp or documentation. CA: Advised PIC on how to properly use tphc.
511-6-1.04(6)(i)
1-2A - pic present, demonstrates knowledge, performs duties
Inspector notes: Observed pic inability to provide key drop agreement contract. Ca: advised pic to keep a copy of the key drop agreement for health Authority review during routine inspections.
511-6-1.03(2)(a)
1-2B - certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: Observed pic inability to provide Cfsm certificate. Ca: advised pic Food service establishments shall have in its employ a Certified Food Safety Manager (CFSM) as specified in paragraph (b) of this subsection to ensure food safety is being managed within the food service establishment during all hours of operation
511-6-1.03(3)(a)
1-2B - certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: Observed pic inability to provide Cfsm certificate. Ca: advised pic Food service establishments shall have in its employ a Certified Food Safety Manager (CFSM) as specified in paragraph (b) of this subsection to ensure food safety is being managed within the food service establishment during all hours of operation
511-6-1.03(3)(a)
2-2B - proper eating, tasting, drinking, or tobacco use
Inspector notes: Observed several open employee bottles throughout the facility. Ca advised pic that employees should drink from a single service beverage cup with a secure lid and straw that is handled to prevent contamination of the employee’s hands, the container, exposed food, clean equipment, utensils and linens, unwrapped single-service and single-use articles will be allowed.
511-6-1.03(5)(k)
13A - posted: permit/inspection/choking poster/handwashing
Inspector notes: Observed pic inability to place the most recent inspection with 15ft from the door. Ca: advised pic 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.
511-6-1.02(1)(d)
17D - adequate ventilation and lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: Observed employee items stored above food items in the wic and main kitchen. Ca: advised pic to designate an area for employee activity and storage.
511-6-1.07(4)(b)
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Priority Foundation (Major)
Core (Minor)
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