Sea Salt
Last inspected: Dec 8, 2025
70
Score
SEA SALT, located at 1801 Howell Mill Rd NW Ste 400 in Atlanta, GA, underwent a moderate risk inspection on December 8, 2025, with a score of 70. This inspection identified one major and five minor violations, including issues with food storage, cleaning of food-contact surfaces, and utensil storage. SEA SALT has a history of mostly medium-risk inspections across its two scored visits.
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Inspections
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Critical latest
1
Major latest
5
Minor latest
Inspection History
Dec 8, 2025
Routine
1 major violation. 5 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.
70
Oct 7, 2025
Initial
6 minor violations. 3 corrected on site.
74
Violations — Dec 8, 2025 Inspection
4-2A - food stored covered
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed uncovered food items at cooking equipment, prep station, and in chest freezers. Corrected on site - wrappings provided for uncovered containers.
511-6-1.04(4)(c)
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: Observed food residue built up on can opener blade. Observed a pink mold-like substance on the interior of the ice machine. Corrected on site - Can opener relocated to 3-compartment sink Corrective action - PIC advised to have interior of ice machine cleaned and sanitized. Equipment food-contact surfaces and utensils shall be clean to sight and touch.
511-6-1.05(7)(a)
14A - in-use utensils: properly stored
Inspector notes: Observed bowls without handles stored inside containers of dry goods in the main kitchen area. Corrective action - PIC advised to obtain scoops with handles and store them in the containers with the handles not touching the food, or store scoops outside of the containers on a clean surface.
511-6-1.04(4)(k)
17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean
Inspector notes: Observed heavy dust accumulations on ceiling tiles throughout the main kitchen area. Observed missing vent grate over warewashing area. Corrective action - PIC advised to have missing vent grate replaced. PIC advised to have detailed cleaning performed on floors, walls, and ceilings throughout the kitchen.
511-6-1.07(5)(a)
17D - adequate ventilation and lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: Observed unshielded light fixtures throughout the main kitchen area. Corrective action - PIC advised to have missing light shields replaced.
511-6-1.07(2)(i)
17D - adequate ventilation and lighting; designated areas used
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed employee personal items stored with food and clean utensils in the kitchen area. Corrected on site - PIC had personal items relocated to office area. Lockers or other suitable facilities shall be provided and used for the orderly storage of employees' clothing and other possessions.
511-6-1.07(3)(h)
Priority (Critical)
Priority Foundation (Major)
Core (Minor)
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