Petite Violette

2948 Clairmont Rd, Brookhaven, GA 30329

French

License: Food Service

Last inspected: Apr 29, 2026

Score

Low Risk

Going back to 2024, Petite Violette has four inspections in the public record. On Apr 29, 2026, the health department conducted the most recent visit. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.

The trend has been favorable: violation counts have eased from around four violations to closer to one violation per visit over the last few inspections.

The most common issue across all inspections has been “food stored covered”, showing up three times.

Restaurants in Brookhaven average 86, so Petite Violette is doing better than most peers. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.

Inspections

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Major latest

Minor latest

Inspection History

Apr 29, 2026

Routine

1 minor violation. 1 corrected on site.

View 1 violation

4-2A - food stored covered (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed multiple pans of cooked and fully cooled foods stored uncovered including meats, cooked vegetables, soups, and risotto. CA: Except... when cooling as specified in DPH Rule 511-6-1-.04(6)(e)2.(ii), storing the food in packages, covered containers, or wrappings, except for loosely covered or uncovered containers in which food is being cooled if protected from overhead contamination; COS: PIC covered all uncovered pans that were not in active cooling

511-6-1.04(4)(c)

Oct 23, 2025

Routine

2 major violations. 1 minor violation. 1 corrected on site.

View 3 violations

4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed food debris and pooled water (unclean to sight) under stored baking sheets and cutting boards. CA: Equipment food-contact surfaces and utensils shall be clean to sight and touch. COS: PIC directed dishwasher to re-wash all pans and cutting boards stored on the table and clean and sanitize table.

511-6-1.05(7)(a)

16A - hot and cold water available; adequate pressure

Inspector notes: Observed no hot water available at the bar hand sink. CA: Hot water generation and distribution systems shall be sufficient to meet the peak hot water demands throughout the food service establishment. Provide evidence of repair to inspector by 10/30/25

511-6-1.06(1)(g)

18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present

Inspector notes: Observed drain fly larva under fallen rubber coving and adult drain flies around mop sink and dry food storage area. CA: Using methods, if pests are found, such as trapping devices or other means of pest control; and eliminating harborage conditions. PIC cleaned larva found under fallen rubber coving with bleach solution. Advised PIC to notify pest control services of drain fly issue and to repair rubber coving.

511-6-1.07(5)(k)

Oct 3, 2024

Routine

2 major violations. 2 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.

View 4 violations

4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized

Inspector notes: Observed buildup of encrusted food material inside slicer blade and on the back of slicer. Informed PIC to clean slicer frequently to prevent buildup of residue

511-6-1.05(7)(b)

4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed unclean glasses at bar with build up of residue and condensation around exterior and interior of cup. COS - dishes taken to dish room to be recleaned

511-6-1.05(7)(b)

11A - proper cooling methods used: adequate equipment for temperature control (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed marinated chicken, sliced tomatoes, and mixed greens in walk in cooler and diced chicken and diced tomatoes in prep top cooler actively cooling while tightly wrapped/covered. COS-PIC uncovered to cool properly

511-6-1.04(6)(e)

15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean

Inspector notes: Observed torn gasket torn/unclean gasket on walk in cooler door.

511-6-1.05(7)(d)

Mar 20, 2024

Routine

1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation. 2 corrected on site.

View 3 violations

4-1A - food separated and protected (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed raw chicken stored next to raw beef steak stored next to raw fish fillet in prep top cooler vertically, uncovered and subject to contamination. COS - PIC separated food to prevent contamination.

511-6-1.04(4)(c)

4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized

Inspector notes: Observed buildup of black residue inside ice bin. Informed PIC to clean frequently to prevent build up. Must correct by

511-6-1.05(7)(a)

4-2A - food stored covered (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed several pans of food (raw shrimp, raw beef patties, raw fish fillet) stored uncovered under prep top cooler. COS -PIC covered food in plastic wrapping.

511-6-1.04(4)(c)

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Petite Violette last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Petite Violette on file is from Apr 29, 2026. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Petite Violette?

Across the inspection record, “food stored covered” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Petite Violette.

How does Petite Violette compare to other restaurants in Brookhaven?

Petite Violette most recently scored 95 out of 100, which is higher than the Brookhaven average of 86.

Has Petite Violette's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Petite Violette 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 Petite Violette 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 Petite Violette inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Petite Violette is inspected around two times per year on average.

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