Proof of the Pudding

1175 Chattahoochee Ave, Atlanta, GA 30318
Catering
License: Food Service
Last inspected: Apr 21, 2026
95
Score
Low Risk

The health department has logged four inspections at Proof of the Pudding, the earliest from 2025. On Apr 21, 2026, the health department conducted the most recent visit. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.

Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around two violations each.

The pattern that stands out is “food in good condition, safe, and unadulterated”, which has been cited two times.

Proof of the Pudding's latest score of 95 sits above the Atlanta average of 90. Taken together, the history is a positive one.

4
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 21, 2026
Followup
1 minor violation.
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16B - plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: Observed leak from handwashing sink in main kitchen. CA advised PIC to put in a maintenance order. A plumbing system shall be repaired according to law; P and maintained in good repair.
511-6-1.06(2)(r)
95
Apr 7, 2026
Routine
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation. 4 corrected on site.
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3-1C - food in good condition, safe, and unadulterated (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed cheese with multiple mold-like substance spots in the main kitchen WIF.
511-6-1.04(1)
3-1C - food in good condition, safe, and unadulterated (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed 30+ dented cans in the dry storage area of the main kitchen.
511-6-1.04(1)
6-2 - proper date marking and disposition (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed multiple cheeses, in opened manufacturer packaging, in the main kitchen WIC without proper date marking.
511-6-1.04(6)(g)
2-1C - no bare hand contact with ready-to-eat foods or approved alternate method properly followed (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed employee using bare hand contact with fruit while attaching them to skewers.
511-6-1.04(4)(a)
64
Oct 28, 2025
Routine
1 minor violation. 1 corrected on site.
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17D - adequate ventilation and lighting; designated areas used (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed personal water bottles stored around prep areas where prep was actively being done. Areas designated for employees to eat, drink, use tobacco products and electronic devices shall be located so that food, equipment, linens, and single-service and single-use articles are protected from contamination. PIC removed these.
511-6-1.07(4)(b)
95
Feb 18, 2025
Routine
2 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
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15A - food and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, and used
Inspector notes: Observed lower shelf of prep table lined with aluminum Nonfood-Contact Surfaces CA: Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment that are exposed to splash, spillage, or other food soiling or that require frequent cleaning shall be constructed of a corrosion-resistant, nonabsorbent, and smooth material.
511-6-1.05(1)(i)
12B - personal cleanliness (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed several employees at prep tables in main kitchen preparing food without beard guards Hair Restraints CA: PIC instructed all employees to put on beard guards
511-6-1.03(5)(j)
90

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Proof of the Pudding last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Proof of the Pudding on file is from Apr 21, 2026. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Proof of the Pudding?

Across the inspection record, “food in good condition, safe, and unadulterated” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Proof of the Pudding.

How does Proof of the Pudding compare to other restaurants in Atlanta?

Proof of the Pudding most recently scored 95 out of 100, which is higher than the Atlanta average of 90.

Has Proof of the Pudding's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Proof of the Pudding have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Proof of the Pudding means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.