Shoa Restaurant & Bar

3680 Clairmont Rd, Atlanta, GA 30341

African

License: Food Service

Last inspected: Apr 6, 2026

Score

Low Risk

Shoa Restaurant & Bar has a thin inspection record, with only two visits on file so far. The latest inspection on file is from Apr 6, 2026. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.

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

Compared to the broader Atlanta restaurant scene, this is about average. Overall, the inspection record reads well.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Apr 6, 2026

Routine

1 major violation. 1 corrected on site.

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2-2D - adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed metal container of water sitting inside bowl of hand sink inside of the main kitchen. Also observed lemon peels in the drain of hand sink located in the bar area. 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 PIC removed metal bowl and lemon peels from hand sink. Discussed with PIC that hand sinks are used for strictly washing hands.

511-6-1.06(2)(o)

May 8, 2025

Routine

2 major violations.

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1-2B - certified food protection manager

Inspector notes: CA: Food service establishments shall have in its employ a Certified Food Safety Manager (CFSM) as specified in paragraph (b) of this subsection to ensure food safety is being managed within the food service establishment during all hours of operation as specified within paragraph (d) of this subsection. Pf Observed expired CFSM certificate posted in the establishment.

511-6-1.03(3)(a)

2-2D - adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible

Inspector notes: CA: Each handwashing sink or group of adjacent handwashing sinks shall be provided with individual, disposable towels; a continuous towel system that supplies the user with a clean towel; a heated-air hand drying device; or a hand drying device that employs an air-knife system that delivers high velocity, pressurized air at ambient temperatures. Pf Observed no paper towels after washing hands at hand washing sink in the main kitchen.

511-6-1.07(3)(b)

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Shoa Restaurant & Bar last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Shoa Restaurant & Bar on file is from Apr 6, 2026. The public record contains two inspections in total.

How does Shoa Restaurant & Bar compare to other restaurants in Atlanta?

Shoa Restaurant & Bar most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is about the same as the Atlanta average of 90.

Has Shoa Restaurant & Bar's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Shoa Restaurant & Bar have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Shoa Restaurant & Bar means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.

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