Sandtown Pub

5819 Campbellton Rd Ste 202-203, Atlanta, GA 30331
Bar / Pub
License: Food Service
Last inspected: May 6, 2026
70
Score
Medium Risk

Inspectors have visited Sandtown Pub five times, with records going back to 2024. Sandtown Pub was last inspected on May 6, 2026. The medium risk tier sits in the middle: not spotless, but not alarming either.

Violation counts have ticked up lately, averaging around five violations per visit versus roughly three violations earlier in the record.

Across the inspection history, “proper date marking and disposition” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded two times.

Compared to other Atlanta restaurants (averaging 90), there's room to close the gap. The inspection history reads as standard for a restaurant of this size.

5
Inspections
0
Critical latest
2
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
May 6, 2026
Routine
2 major violations. 3 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 5 violations
6-2 - proper date marking and disposition
Inspector notes: Observed failure to date mark multiple TCS food items in WIC that were prepped in house. (g) Ready-to-Eat Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food, Date Marking 1. Except when packaging food using a reduced oxygen packaging method, and except as specified in paragraphs 5 and 6 of this subsection, refrigerated, ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared and held in a food establishment for more than 24 hours shall be clearly marked to indicate the date or day by which the food shall be consumed on the premises, sold, or discarded, when held at a temperature of 41°F (5°C) or below for a maximum of 7 days. The day of preparation shall be counted as Day 1. Pf PIC advised to date mark food items using 7 day rule.
511-6-1.04(6)(g)
15B - warewashing facilities: installed, maintained, used; test strips
Inspector notes: Observed failure to maintain sanitizer dispenser for 3 comp sink. Observed sanitizer dispenser not working. 4. Except as specified in paragraphs 2 and 5 of this subsection, if the windows or doors of a food service establishment, or of a larger structure within which a food service establishment is located, are kept open for ventilation or other purposes or a temporary food service establishment is not provided with windows and doors as specified under paragraph 1 of this subsection, the openings shall be protected against the entry of insects and rodents by: (i) 16 mesh to 1 inch (16 mesh to 25.4 mm) screens; (ii) Properly designed and installed air curtains to control flying insects; or (iii) Other effective means. PIC advised to have dispenser serviced.
511-6-1.05(2)(cc)
18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed failure to protect outer openings from potential entry of pests. Observed back exit door in main kitchen being propped open for entire duration of inspection. 4. Except as specified in paragraphs 2 and 5 of this subsection, if the windows or doors of a food service establishment, or of a larger structure within which a food service establishment is located, are kept open for ventilation or other purposes or a temporary food service establishment is not provided with windows and doors as specified under paragraph 1 of this subsection, the openings shall be protected against the entry of insects and rodents by: (i) 16 mesh to 1 inch (16 mesh to 25.4 mm) screens; (ii) Properly designed and installed air curtains to control flying insects; or (iii) Other effective means. PIC closed...
511-6-1.07(2)(m)
17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean
Inspector notes: Observed failure to maintain physical facilities in good repair to prevent food from contamination. Observed ice build up in walk in freezer on floor and walls. (5) Maintenance and Operation. (a) Good Repair. All physical facilities shall be maintained in good repair. (b) Cleaning, Frequency and Restrictions. 1. The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean and by methods that prevent contamination of food products. PIC advised to clean walk in freezer.
511-6-1.07(5)(a)
17D - adequate ventilation and lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: Observed failure to provide adequate lighting in areas of food storage. Observed no light in walk in freezer. (f) Lighting Intensity. The light intensity shall be: 1. At least 10 foot candles (108 lux) at a distance of 30 inches (75 cm) above the floor, in walk-in refrigeration units and dry food storage areas and in other areas and rooms during periods of cleaning; 2. At least 20 foot candles (215 lux): (i) At a surface where food is provided for consumer self-service such as buffets and salad bars or where fresh produce or packaged foods are sold or offered for consumption; (ii) Inside equipment such as reach-in and under-counter refrigerators; (iii) At a distance of 30 inches (75 cm) above the floor in areas used for handwashing, warewashing, and equipment and utensil storage, and in...
511-6-1.07(3)(f)
70
Dec 18, 2025
Routine
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
2-2D - adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible
Inspector notes: Observed hand washing sink in the kitchen is dripping water and still out of order. 511-6-1.06(2)(o) - Using a Handwashing Sink- Operation & maintenance (Pf) (o) Using a Handwashing Sink. 1. A handwashing sink shall be maintained so that it is accessible at all times for employee use. Pf 2. A handwashing facility may not be used for purposes other than handwashing. Pf 3. An automatic handwashing facility shall be used in accordance with manufacturer’s instructions. PIC will fix within 5 days.
511-6-1.06(2)(o)
15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: Observed residue and buildup of soiled material on racks in the reach-in cooler, build-up of grease on nonfood-contact surface in every corner of facility (kitchen, bar, dining area and food equipment), and observed build-up of food debris, dust or dirt on nonfood-contact surface of chairs and tables. The food-contact surfaces of cooking equipment and pans shall be kept free of encrusted grease deposits and other soil accumulations. Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be kept free of an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris. Advised PIC to keep surfaces clean to sight and touch.
511-6-1.05(7)(d)
86
Oct 2, 2025
Routine
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
2-2D - adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible
Inspector notes: Observed hand washing sink in the kitchen is out of order. 511-6-1.06(2)(o) - Using a Handwashing Sink- Operation & maintenance (Pf) (o) Using a Handwashing Sink. 1. A handwashing sink shall be maintained so that it is accessible at all times for employee use. Pf 2. A handwashing facility may not be used for purposes other than handwashing. Pf 3. An automatic handwashing facility shall be used in accordance with manufacturer’s instructions. PIC will fix within 5 days.
511-6-1.06(2)(o)
10D - food properly labeled; original container
Inspector notes: Observed food items (cooking oil, sauces, spices & seasoning) in storage containers were not identified with the common name of the food item. Food Storage Containers should be identified with Common Name of Food with the exception of containers holding food that can be readily and unmistakably recognized, such as dry pasta. Working containers holding food or food ingredients that are removed from their original packages for use in the food establishment, such as cooking oils, flour, herbs, potato flakes, salt, spices, and sugar shall be clearly and legibly identified, in English, with the common name of the food. PIC labeled food containers.
511-6-1.04(4)(d)
15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: Observed residue and buildup of soiled material on racks in the reach-in cooler, build-up of grease on nonfood-contact surface in every corner of facility (kitchen, bar, dining area and food equipment), and observed build-up of food debris, dust or dirt on nonfood-contact surface of chairs and tables. The food-contact surfaces of cooking equipment and pans shall be kept free of encrusted grease deposits and other soil accumulations. Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be kept free of an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris. Advised PIC to keep surfaces clean to sight and touch.
511-6-1.05(7)(d)
17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean
Inspector notes: Observed the presence of mesh filters in a hood where grease laden vapors are produced, and floors not maintained cleanable and durable. Floors, floor coverings, walls, wall coverings, and ceilings shall be designed, constructed, and installed so they are smooth and easily cleanable. PIC will ensure facility is maintained.
511-6-1.07(5)(a)
78
Apr 21, 2025
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
4-2A - food stored covered
Inspector notes: Observed ice bins in bar open when unattended/ and missing a lid or cover. 511-6-1.04(4)(c)1(iv) - Packaged & Unpackaged Food, food stored covered(C) (iv) Except as specified under paragraph 2. of this subsection and when cooling as specified in DPH Rule 511-6-1-.04(6)(e)2.(ii), storing the food in packages, covered containers, or wrappings, except for loosely covered or uncovered containers in which food is being cooled if protected from overhead contamination; PIC instructed to always keep closed.
511-6-1.04(4)(c)
95
Jul 26, 2024
Routine
2 major violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 2 violations
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: Observed that the interior of the cold station needed cleaning.Equipment food contact surfaces shall be clean to sight and touch.C/A Advised manager to clean the interior of this unit by 8/2/24.
511-6-1.05(7)(a)
6-2 - proper date marking and disposition (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed that there was no date marking on several TCS items in the walk in cooler.Refrigerated TCS food prepared and held in the establishment for more than 24 hours shall be clearly marked to indicate the date/day by which the food shall be consumed sold or discarded.COS
511-6-1.04(6)(g)
82

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Sandtown Pub last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Sandtown Pub on file is from May 6, 2026. The public record contains five inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Sandtown Pub?

Across the inspection record, “proper date marking and disposition” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Sandtown Pub.

How does Sandtown Pub compare to other restaurants in Atlanta?

Sandtown Pub most recently scored 70 out of 100, which is lower than the Atlanta average of 90.

Has Sandtown Pub's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Sandtown Pub have averaged around five violations per visit, up from roughly three earlier in the record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Sandtown Pub means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.

How often is Sandtown Pub inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Sandtown Pub is inspected around three times per year on average.