Smoky Springs

940 South Enota Dr, Gainesville, GA 30501

American

License: Food Service

Last inspected: Mar 17, 2026

Score

Low Risk

Inspectors have visited Smoky Springs four times, with records going back to 2024. The most recent report on file is from Mar 17, 2026. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.

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

The city-wide average is 91, putting Smoky Springs squarely in typical territory. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Mar 17, 2026

Routine

2 minor violations.

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15A - food and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, and used

Inspector notes: Observed rinse gauge on high temperature dish machine to display inaccurate readings. PIC used single use sticker with thermocromatic color-change band to ensure proper temperature was reached. Ambient air temperature, water pressure, and water temperature measuring devices shall be maintained in good repair and be accurate within the intended range of use. Corrective Actions: PIC to call Ecolab to adjust rinse gauge.

511-6-1.05(6)(q)

4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized

Inspector notes: Hot water sanitizing warewasher water pressure not between 15 - 25 pounds per square inch. Observed water pressure to read 30 psi on gauge during rinse cycle while the data plate states water pressure should read between 15-25 psi. The flow pressure of the fresh hot water sanitizing rinse in a warewashing machine, as measured in the water line immediately downstream or upstream from the fresh hot water sanitizing control valve, shall be within the range specified on the machine manufacturer’s data plate and may not be less than 35 kilopascals (5 pounds per square inch) or more than 200 kilopascals (30 pounds per square inch). Corrective Actions: PIC to call Ecolab to have technician come and service the dish machine. PIC stated all dishes and equipment will be washed in the dish machine...

511-6-1.05(6)(m)

Aug 19, 2025

Routine

1 major violation. 1 minor violation. 1 corrected on site.

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16A - hot and cold water available; adequate pressure

Inspector notes: Observed the pre-rinse sprayer to have a final water temperature of 106F. The water source and system shall be of sufficient capacity to meet the peak water demands of the food service establishment. PIC to put in work order to ensure that all water temperatures are in compliance.

511-6-1.06(1)(g)

12B - personal cleanliness (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed several employees wearing watches/bracelets while actively preparing food. Except for a plain ring such as a wedding band food employees may not wear jewelry including medical information jewelry on their arms and hands while preparing food. COS: All bracelets and watches were voluntarily removed during the inspection.

511-6-1.03(5)(g)

Dec 23, 2024

Routine

1 minor violation. 1 corrected on site.

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

Inspector notes: Observed clean plates and bowls to not be stored inverted. Clean equipment and utensils shall be stored as specified under paragraph 1 of this subsection and shall be stored: (i) In a self-draining position that allows air drying; and (ii) Covered or inverted. COS: PIC instructed employee to invert the plates and bowls during the inspection to ensure no overhead contamination occurs.

511-6-1.05(10)(e)

May 24, 2024

Routine

3 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.

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12A - contamination prevented during food preparation, storage, display (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Uncovered coffee stirrers were observed at the self-serve top counter at the customer dining area.

511-6-1.04(4)(z)

15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean

Inspector notes: Accumulated food debris was observed on the catch basin of the gas fired stove in the kitchen.

511-6-1.05(7)(d)

17B - garbage/refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained

Inspector notes: A refrigeration unit was observed next to the dumpster. Standing water with dead leaves were observed on the floor beside the Dumpster.

511-6-1.06(5)(r)

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Smoky Springs last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Smoky Springs on file is from Mar 17, 2026. The public record contains four inspections in total.

How does Smoky Springs compare to other restaurants in Gainesville?

Smoky Springs most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is about the same as the Gainesville average of 91.

Has Smoky Springs' inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Smoky Springs have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Smoky Springs 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 Smoky Springs inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Smoky Springs is inspected around two times per year on average.

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