Pinnacle Club

699 Broad St, Augusta, GA 30901

Bar / Pub

License: Food Service

Last inspected: Mar 18, 2026

Score

Low Risk

Inspectors have visited Pinnacle Club four times, with records going back to 2024. The newest entry in the record is dated Mar 18, 2026. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.

Things have been moving in the right direction, with the rolling count dropping from around six violations to closer to two violations per visit.

Across the inspection history, “utensils, equipment and linens” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded two times.

By comparison, the average Augusta facility scores 89, putting Pinnacle Club on the weaker side. Overall, the inspection record reads well.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Mar 18, 2026

Followup

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

View 2 violations

6-1A - proper cold holding temperatures (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed turkey, spring mix, and pimento cheese held above 41 degrees Fahrenheit in reach-in-cooler and prep top cooler. COS- food was moved to walk-in-cooler C/A: Maintain food at 41 degrees Fahrenheit and below in all coolers.

511-6-1.04(6)(f)

14B - utensils, equipment and linens: properly stored, dried, handled

Inspector notes: Observed wet nesting of clean, stacked dishes, C/A: Allow dishes to properly air dry prior to stacking.

511-6-1.05(10)(a)

Feb 18, 2026

Routine

1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.

View 5 violations

6-1D - time as a public health control: procedures and records

Inspector notes: Observed butter being held at room temperature using Time as a Public Health Control (TPHC) without a written policy, documented procedure, or time-stamps to track the 6 hour disposal limit. C/A: Obtain an effective mechanism for using TPHC.

511-6-1.04(6)(i)

6-2 - proper date marking and disposition

Inspector notes: Observed several food (corn slaw, tomato aoli, whipped goat, and grits) with inconsistent date-marking where prep dates were marked in the use-by field in the coolers. C/A: Use proper date-marking labeling food held over 24 hours with a prep and discard date.

511-6-1.04(6)(g)

2-2B - proper eating, tasting, drinking, or tobacco use

Inspector notes: Observed employees' drinks stored on prep table and on top of dishwasher machine. C/A: Have drinks in a designated area away from food prep.

511-6-1.03(5)(k)

12B - personal cleanliness (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed employee not wearing a beard restraint during active food prep. COS: beard net was put on C/A: Wear beard nets when facial hair growth is one half inch and greater.

511-6-1.03(5)(j)

16C - sewage and waste water properly disposed (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed drain clogged causing water and debris to stand above drain in warewashing area. COS- plumber was called to fix within 2 hour window C/A: Repair.

511-6-1.06(4)(d)

Jul 17, 2025

Routine

2 major violations. 4 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.

View 6 violations

2-2A - management knowledge, responsibilities, reporting

Inspector notes: Observed no evidence of Employee Health Reporting Agreements on 2 employees. C/A: Have employees sign the health reporting agreements.

511-6-1.03(2)(o)

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

Inspector notes: Observed black build up inside bulk ice machine. C/A: Clean. Increase cleaning frequency.

511-6-1.05(7)(b)

11A - proper cooling methods used: adequate equipment for temperature control

Inspector notes: Observed reach in cooler and prep top cooler not adequately cooling food. COS- food was moved to a different cooler C/A: Monitor and maintain temperatures at or below 41 degrees Fahrenheit.

511-6-1.04(6)(e)

12A - contamination prevented during food preparation, storage, display (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed employee's phone, charger, and drink stored on prep table. cos- belongings were moved to a designated area C/A: Place employees' belongings in a designated area with a label stating "Employee Designated Area".

511-6-1.04(4)(z)

12B - personal cleanliness

Inspector notes: Observed employees wearing a watch and fan necklace during active food prep. C/A: A plain band can only be worn during active food prep.

511-6-1.03(5)(g)

12B - personal cleanliness

Inspector notes: Observed employee not wearing a beard restraint during active food prep. C/A: Beards with an inch of growth must be properly restrained during active food prep.

511-6-1.03(5)(j)

Jun 12, 2024

Routine

5 minor violations.

View 5 violations

4-2A - food stored covered

Inspector notes: Observed several food items stored with no cover. C/A: Ensure that all food items remain covered while in storage.

511-6-1.04(4)(c)

10D - food properly labeled; original container

Inspector notes: observed multiple food items stored outside of the original container with no label. C/A: Label all food items when storing outside of original container.

511-6-1.04(7)(c)

12A - contamination prevented during food preparation, storage, display

Inspector notes: Observed employee take phone call while preparing food. C/A: Ensure that employees are preventing food contamination while preparing food.

511-6-1.04(4)(z)

14A - in-use utensils: properly stored

Inspector notes: Observed spoons stored with food contact surface facing up. C/A: Utensils should be stored with handle facing up to prevent contamination when retrieving.

14B - utensils, equipment and linens: properly stored, dried, handled

Inspector notes: Obsevered dishes stacked wet. C/A: Allow dishes to properly air dry prior to storing.

511-6-1.05(10)(a)

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Pinnacle Club last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Pinnacle Club on file is from Mar 18, 2026. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Pinnacle Club?

Across the inspection record, “utensils, equipment and linens” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Pinnacle Club.

How does Pinnacle Club compare to other restaurants in Augusta?

Pinnacle Club most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is lower than the Augusta average of 89.

Has Pinnacle Club's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Pinnacle Club have averaged around two violations per visit, down from roughly six earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Pinnacle Club 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 Pinnacle Club inspected?

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

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