Samad Mediteranean Grill
Last inspected: Mar 2, 2026
78
Score
Going back to 2024, Samad Mediteranean Grill has four inspections in the public record. Samad Mediteranean Grill was last inspected on Mar 2, 2026. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.
Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around four violations each.
“Nonfood-contact surfaces clean” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing three times across the record.
By comparison, the average Atlanta facility scores 90, putting Samad Mediteranean Grill on the weaker side. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.
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Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 2, 2026
Routine
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations. 3 corrected on site.
View 3 violations
6-1A - proper cold holding temperatures
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed reach in cooler by grill unable to properly hold TCS items at 41 F or below. Multiple meat items (shrimp, chicken, beef, and tilapia) cold holding at above 41 F. CA/COS: Advised PIC to lower temperature in coolers. PIC placed food items in WIC. (f)
511-6-1.04(6)(f)
15A - food and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, and used
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed broken cutting boards throughout main kitchen. CA: Advised PIC to replace equipment if broken and/or cracked. 1. Multiuse food-contact surfaces shall be: (i) Smooth; Pf (ii) Free of breaks, open seams, cracks, chips, inclusions, pits, and similar imperfections; Pf (iii) Free of sharp internal angles, corners, and crevices; Pf (iv) Finished to have smooth welds and joints; Pf
511-6-1.05(6)(b)
15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed food debris on the outside of dishes stored clean. Observed soiled residue on equipment throughout main kitchen. CA: Advised PIC to frequently clean non-food contact surfaces of equipment. Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be kept free of an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris.
511-6-1.05(7)(a)
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Aug 12, 2025
Routine
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations. 3 corrected on site.
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6-2 - proper date marking and disposition
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed multiple heavy cream cartons stored pasted the date mark in WIC (08/01/2025). COS: PIC discarded items.) Ready-to-Eat, Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food, Disposition. 1. A food that requires datemarking shall be discarded if it: (i) Exceeds 7 days, not including the time that the product is frozen; P (ii) Is in a container or package that does not bear a date or day; P or (iii) Is inappropriately marked with a date or day that exceeds 7 days . P
511-6-1.04(6)(h)
6-1A - proper cold holding temperatures
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed 2 reach in coolers unable to properly hold TCS items at 41 F or below. CA/COS: Advised PIC to fix coolers. PIC placed food items in WIC. (f) Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food, Hot and Cold Holding. Except during preparation, cooking, or cooling, or when time is used as the public health control, time/temperature control for safety food shall be maintained at 41°F (5°C) or below or 135°F (57°C) or above, except that roasts cooked to a temperature and for a time specified in subsection (5)(a)2 of this Rule and reheated using the same temperature and time conditions as cooking may be held at a temperature of 130°F (54°C) or above. P
511-6-1.04(6)(f)
6-2 - proper date marking and disposition
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed combined ready-to-eat potentially hazardous food held more than 24 hours not date marked according to earliest date of opening/preparation throughout main kitchen (cooked rice, cooked chickpeas, cooked chicken, chicken lamb, diced tomatoes, etc). COS: PIC placed labels on containers.
511-6-1.04(6)(g)
15A - food and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, and used
Inspector notes: Observed broken containers/dishes on dish rack. Observed broken cutting boards throughout main kitchen. CA: Advised PIC to replace equipment if broken and/or cracked. 1. Multiuse food-contact surfaces shall be: (i) Smooth; Pf (ii) Free of breaks, open seams, cracks, chips, inclusions, pits, and similar imperfections; Pf (iii) Free of sharp internal angles, corners, and crevices; Pf (iv) Finished to have smooth welds and joints; Pf
511-6-1.05(2)(c)
15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: Observed soiled food residue on the shelves of reach-in cooler next to grill. Observed food debris on the outside of dishes stored clean. Observed soiled residue on equipment throughout main kitchen. CA: Advised PIC to frequently clean non-food contact surfaces of equipment. Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be kept free of an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris.
511-6-1.05(7)(a)
17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean
Inspector notes: Observed unnecessary items, clutter and unused equipment stored throughout main kitchen area. CA: Advised PIC to remove clutter/items that are no in use. Maintaining Premises. The premises shall be free of items that are unnecessary to the operation or maintenance of the establishment, such as litter or equipment that is nonfunctional or no longer used and litter.
511-6-1.07(5)(n)
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Nov 5, 2024
Routine
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
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1-2B - certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: Observed expired food safety manager certificate. CA: Advised PIC to renew certificate. At least one employee that has supervisory and management responsibility and the authority to direct and control food preparation and service shall be a certified food safety manager who has shown proficiency of required information through passing a test that is part of an accredited program that conforms to the national standards for organizations that certify individuals. Certified Food Safety Managers must be designated to one food service establishment only and maintain and renew certification in accordance with the requirements of the examination taken.
511-6-1.03(3)(b)
15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: Observed soiled food residue on the shelves of reach-in cooler next to grill. Observed food debris on the outside of dishes stored clean. CA: Advised PIC to frequently clean non-food contact surfaces of equipment. Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be kept free of an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris.
511-6-1.05(7)(a)
17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean
Inspector notes: Observed unnecessary items, clutter and unused equipment stored throughout main kitchen area. CA: Advised PIC to remove clutter/items that are no in use. Maintaining Premises. The premises shall be free of items that are unnecessary to the operation or maintenance of the establishment, such as litter or equipment that is nonfunctional or no longer used and litter.
511-6-1.07(5)(n)
82
Mar 11, 2024
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation. 1 corrected on site.
View 2 violations
4-1A - food separated and protected
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed raw chicken stored directly above raw beef in the reach-in cooler next to grill area. COS: PIC fixed order. Packaged and Unpackaged Food - Separation, Packaging, and Segregation. 1. Food shall be protected from cross contamination by: (i) Except as specified in paragraph (i)(III) of this subsection, separating raw animal foods during storage, preparation, holding, and display from: (I) Raw ready-to-eat food including other raw animal food such as fish for sushi or molluscan shellfish, or other raw ready-to-eat food such as fruits and vegetables, P and (II) Cooked ready-to-eat food; and P (III) Frozen, commercially processed and packaged raw animal food may be stored or displayed with or above frozen, commercially processed and packaged, ready-to-eat food. (ii) Except when combi...
511-6-1.04(4)(c)
13A - posted: permit/inspection/choking poster/handwashing
Inspector notes: Observed most current inspection report not prominently displayed in public view, within 15 feet of the front or primary public door and between five feet and seven feet from the floor or in an area where it can be read at a distance of one foot away. CA: Advised PIC to have most current inspection report displayed at all times.
511-6-1.02(1)(d)
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Samad Mediteranean Grill last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Samad Mediteranean Grill on file is from Mar 2, 2026. The public record contains four inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Samad Mediteranean Grill?
Across the inspection record, “nonfood-contact surfaces clean” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Samad Mediteranean Grill.
How does Samad Mediteranean Grill compare to other restaurants in Atlanta?
Samad Mediteranean Grill most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is lower than the Atlanta average of 90.
Has Samad Mediteranean Grill's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Samad Mediteranean Grill have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Samad Mediteranean Grill 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 Samad Mediteranean Grill inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Samad Mediteranean Grill is inspected around two times per year on average.
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