Phoenix at Lake Joy
Last inspected: Apr 30, 2026
90
Score
Public records show seven inspections at Phoenix at Lake Joy stretching back to 2024. The most recent report on file is from Apr 30, 2026. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.
Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around two violations each.
Looking across the full record, “food-contact surfaces” is the recurring theme, flagged four times.
Among Warner Robins restaurants, this is a fairly standard result. 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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Inspection History
Apr 30, 2026
Routine
1 major violation.
View 1 violation
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: Observed 0 Parts Per Million (ppm) of chlorine sanitizer solution at the dish machine. During the inspection, the Person In Charge (PIC) stated that the establishment no longer uses chlorine sanitizer solution, and the machine is now a high-temperature dish machine, but according to the setup, the establishment is using a Sani-T-10 Plus Quat sanitizer at the dish machine. Therefore, no chlorine sanitizer solution is being used. When using both test strips, the reading on the test strips was 0 ppm after the machine ran a wash, rinse, and sanitize cycles, and the surface temperature was 145.9F. Also, according to the label on the dish machine, the machine is made for the purpose of using chlorine sanitizer solution. Chlorine sanitizer solution at the dish machine must be 50 ppm. Please co...
511-6-1.05(6)(n)
90
Nov 21, 2025
Routine
No violations found.
100
Jul 8, 2025
Routine
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
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4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: Observed the interior baffle of the ice machine with a build-up of black specks throughout. Food contact surfaces like ice machines shall be cleaned at a frequency to prevent build-up and contamination of food. Have the ice machine cleaned out at least once a week. Drain ice and wash, rinse, and sanitize ice machine.
511-6-1.05(7)(b)
12B - personal cleanliness
Inspector notes: Observed a food handler prepping/handling food while wearing a watch on her wrist. Except for a plain ring such as a wedding band, food employees may not wear jewelry, including medical information jewelry, on their arms and hands while preparing food. Remove watch from wrist, wash hands properly, and place new gloves on hands before proceeding to prep/handle food.
511-6-1.03(5)(g)
86
Feb 18, 2025
Routine
2 major violations.
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4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: Observed 0 parts per million (ppm) of chlorine sanitizer being dispensed in the dish machine during the sanitize cycle. According to the data plate a concentration of 50ppm of chlorine is required. Do not use the dish machine until it has been serviced and is dispensing the proper amount of sanitizer per facilities test strips.
511-6-1.05(6)(n)
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: Observed the interior baffle of the ice machine with a build-up of black specks throughout. Food contact surfaces like ice machines shall be cleaned at a frequency to prevent build-up and contamination of food. Have the ice machine cleaned out at least once a week. Drain ice and wash, rinse, and sanitize ice machine.
511-6-1.05(7)(b)
82
Oct 17, 2024
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation. 1 corrected on site.
View 3 violations
10D - food properly labeled; original container
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed gallons of milk with a best by date of 10/13/24 and 10/16/2024. Prepackaged sandwiches, eggs, infant formula, shucked oysters, milk, and time/temperature control safety foods that are labeled as “keep refrigerated” and that are for sale or service to the consumer or used as an ingredient in other foods shall be immediately discarded and shall not be sold, served, or used after the manufacturer’s expiration date or the sell-by date. Corrected on Site (COS): Milk discarded.
511-6-1.04(8)(b)
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: Observed 0 Parts Per Million (ppm) of quat sanitizer at the three-compartment sink in the kitchen. According to the poster on the wall, the quat sanitizer must be between 150-400 ppm. The quat sanitizer must be at the correct ppm for sanitizing equipment and utensils. Remake the solution for the quat sanitizer to be at the correct ppm.
511-6-1.05(6)(n)
15A - food and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, and used
Inspector notes: Observed the walk-in freezer door not closing tightly. Noticed the metal frame is not attached correctly which may be the cause of the door not closing tightly. Equipment components such as doors, seals, hinges, fasteners, and kick plates shall be kept intact, tight, and adjusted in accordance with manufacturer's specifications. Repair must be done to allow the door to close tightly.
511-6-1.05(6)(a)
74
May 31, 2024
Routine
1 major violation. 1 corrected on site.
View 1 violation
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed quat sanitizer used at the dish machine. The data plate on the machine states chlorine sanitizer shall be used at 50 ppm. The buckets were switched during this inspection.
511-6-1.05(6)(n)
90
Jan 31, 2024
Routine
2 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
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12C - wiping cloths: properly used and stored
Inspector notes: Observed a wet wiping cloth being stored on the prep counter of the prep top unit and on the counter next to the meat sink. Cloths in-use for wiping counters and other equipment surfaces shall be held between uses in a chemical sanitizer solution and cannot be stored wet on counters. Remove all wet wiping cloths from counters and keep them in the sanitizer buckets in between use.
511-6-1.04(4)(m)
2-2B - proper eating, tasting, drinking, or tobacco use
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed food employee in the kitchen chewing gum. Employees shall consume food only in approved designated areas separate from food preparation and serving areas, equipment or utensil areas and food storage areas. Employee spit out their gum.
511-6-1.03(5)(k)
90
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Phoenix at Lake Joy last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Phoenix at Lake Joy on file is from Apr 30, 2026. The public record contains seven inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Phoenix at Lake Joy?
Across the inspection record, “food-contact surfaces” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Phoenix at Lake Joy.
How does Phoenix at Lake Joy compare to other restaurants in Warner Robins?
Phoenix at Lake Joy most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is about the same as the Warner Robins average of 93.
Has Phoenix at Lake Joy's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Phoenix at Lake Joy have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Phoenix at Lake Joy 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 Phoenix at Lake Joy inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Phoenix at Lake Joy is inspected around three times per year on average.
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