Piedmont Kitchen & Brewery

450 Third St, Macon, GA 31201

Bar / Pub

License: Food Service

Last inspected: Oct 24, 2025

Score

Low Risk

Across the available record, Piedmont Kitchen & Brewery has three inspections on file, the first dated 2024. Piedmont Kitchen & Brewery was last inspected on Oct 24, 2025. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.

Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around two violations each.

When inspectors have written things up, “food-contact surfaces” has been the most frequent reason, cited two times.

Piedmont Kitchen & Brewery's latest score of 86 falls below the Macon average of 91. There isn't much in the file that would give a customer pause.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Oct 24, 2025

Routine

1 major violation. 1 minor violation.

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

Inspector notes: EHS observed black growth on baffle of interior bulk ice machine. Equipment food-contact surfaces and utensils shall be clean to sight and touch. PIC to empty, re-clean, and increase cleaning frequency of ice baffle.

511-6-1.05(7)(a)

15A - food and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, and used

Inspector notes: EHS observed: -several spatulas and a whisk with melted, damaged handles hung on ready rack by smoker. Utensils shall be maintained in a state of repair PIC to discard or repair named utensils.

511-6-1.05(6)(q)

Apr 2, 2025

Routine

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

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

Inspector notes: EHS observed lime/lemon extract bottles in contact with for-food ice in front bar service area. Food shall only contact surfaces of: 1. Equipment and utensils that are cleaned and sanitized as specified under DPH Rule 511-6-1-.05(7) and (8); P or 2. Single-service and single-use articles; P or 3. Linens, such as cloth napkins, that have been laundered as specified under DPH Rule 511-6-1-.05(9). PIC moved bottles. EHS advised PIC to create dedicated ice bath at bar area.

511-6-1.04(4)(j)

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

Inspector notes: EHS observed black, mold-like growth on baffle of interior bulk ice machine. Equipment food-contact surfaces and utensils shall be clean to sight and touch. PIC has cleaning service arriving day of inspection. PIC to maintain cleanliness.

511-6-1.05(7)(a)

17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean

Inspector notes: EHS observed: - vents in main kitchen ceiling with buildup of dust/grease The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean and by methods that prevent contamination of food products. PIC to clean affected areas.

511-6-1.07(5)(a)

Sep 9, 2024

Routine

3 minor violations.

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15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean

Inspector notes: EHS observed: - buildup of grime on hinges of preptop cooler opposite grill - buildup of spills inside RIC opposite grill - buildup of spills, debris on WIC racks Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be cleaned at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil residues. PIC to clean affected areas.

17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean

Inspector notes: EHS observed: - FRP wall under/next to fryers with spatters of grime/grease - vents in main kitchen ceiling with buildup of dust/grease The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean and by methods that prevent contamination of food products. PIC to clean affected areas. - vents pantels in vent hood with significant buildup of grime

17D - adequate ventilation and lighting; designated areas used

Inspector notes: EHS observed drink container in warewashing area, drinks at bar area under register, drink cups on main service area of bar. Areas designated for employees to eat, drink, and use tobacco shall be located so that food, equipment, linens, and single-service and single-use articles are protected from contamination. PIC to designate employee area for drinks, etc. and utilize it.

511-6-1.07(4)(b)

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Piedmont Kitchen & Brewery last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Piedmont Kitchen & Brewery on file is from Oct 24, 2025. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Piedmont Kitchen & Brewery?

Across the inspection record, “food-contact surfaces” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Piedmont Kitchen & Brewery.

How does Piedmont Kitchen & Brewery compare to other restaurants in Macon?

Piedmont Kitchen & Brewery most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is lower than the Macon average of 91.

Has Piedmont Kitchen & Brewery's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Piedmont Kitchen & Brewery have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

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

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