River's Edge of Darien

103 Fort King George Dr, Darien, GA 31305

American

License: Food Service

Last inspected: Apr 30, 2026

Score

Low Risk

Going back to 2024, River's Edge of Darien has five inspections in the public record. The latest inspection on file is from Apr 30, 2026. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.

There hasn't been much movement either way: counts have stayed near two violations per visit across recent inspections.

Across the inspection history, “proper hot holding temperatures” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded two times.

By comparison, the average Darien facility scores 86, putting River's Edge of Darien on the weaker side. There isn't much in the file that would give a customer pause.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Apr 30, 2026

Routine

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

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6-1B - proper hot holding temperatures (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed TCS foods held for hot holding in steam well in main kitchen area held below 135 deg F minimum. COS: Compromised foods were discarded. CA: Ensure TCS foods held for hot holding are held at 135 deg F or above.

511-6-1.04(6)(f)

1-2B - certified food protection manager

Inspector notes: Observed facility does not have food safety manager certificate posted in public view. CA: Ensure food safety manager certificate is always posted in public view.

511-6-1.03(3)(c)

Jul 22, 2025

Followup

3 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.

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12C - wiping cloths: properly used and stored

Inspector notes: Observed sanitizer bucket used for storing wiping cloths in main kitchen area not at required sanitizer concentration. CA: Ensure proper sanitizer concentration in sanitizer buckets to keep wiping cloths clean.

511-6-1.04(4)(m)

14B - utensils, equipment and linens: properly stored, dried, handled (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed plates in main kitchen area stored in a manner that subjects food contact surfaces to vertical contamination. COS: Top plates of each stack were individually wrapped to protect against contamination. CA: Ensure all equipment and utensils are stored in a clean dry location in a manner that prevents contamination from dust and debris.

511-6-1.05(10)(e)

13A - posted: permit/inspection/choking poster/handwashing

Inspector notes: Observed most recent inspection report for facility not displayed in public view. CA: Ensure most recent inspection is displayed.

511-6-1.02(1)(d)

Jul 16, 2025

Routine

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

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

Inspector notes: Observed raw chicken stored above raw beef steak inside of walk-in cooler. COS: Proper vertical separation was achieved; highest minimum cook temperature items placed on bottom shelf. CA: Ensure proper stacking order to prevent contamination of raw or ready-to-eat foods.

511-6-1.04(4)(c)

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

Inspector notes: Observed TCS foods in reach-in cooler of main kitchen area holding above 41 deg F. COS: Compromised TCS foods were discarded. CA: Seek repairs on or replace unit.

511-6-1.04(6)(f)

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

Inspector notes: Observed food contact surface of first floor and second floor ice machines with a mildew-like build up. COS: Ice machines were drained and cleaned. CA: Clean food contact surfaces enough to prevent build-up.

Dec 11, 2024

Routine

2 major violations. 1 corrected on site.

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2-2D - adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible

Inspector notes: Observed handwash sink in main kitchen near fryer not supplied with hot water. CA: Seek repairs so sink supplies hot water of at least 100 deg F.

511-6-1.06(2)(c)

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

Inspector notes: Observed food contact surface of microwave with food debris build up. COS: Microwave was cleaned. CA: Clean food contact surfaces often enough to prevent build up.

511-6-1.05(7)(b)

May 28, 2024

Initial

1 minor violation.

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16B - plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

Inspector notes: Observed plumbing in disrepair from drain of handwash sink in main kitchen at the time of this inspection. CA: Seek repairs.

511-6-1.06(2)(r)

Frequently Asked Questions

When was River's Edge of Darien last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at River's Edge of Darien on file is from Apr 30, 2026. The public record contains five inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at River's Edge of Darien?

Across the inspection record, “proper hot holding temperatures” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at River's Edge of Darien.

How does River's Edge of Darien compare to other restaurants in Darien?

River's Edge of Darien most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is lower than the Darien average of 86.

Has River's Edge of Darien's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at River's Edge of Darien have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at River's Edge of Darien 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 River's Edge of Darien inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, River's Edge of Darien is inspected around three times per year on average.

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