Southern Suya

3202 Northlake Pkwy, Atlanta, GA 30345
African
License: Food Service
Last inspected: Mar 5, 2026
90
Score
Low Risk

Going back to 2024, Southern Suya has three inspections in the public record. The newest entry in the record is dated Mar 5, 2026. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.

Recent inspections have turned up roughly the same number of issues each time, hovering near two violations per visit.

The city-wide average is 90, putting Southern Suya squarely in typical territory. Taken together, the history is a positive one.

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Inspections
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Critical latest
1
Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 5, 2026
Routine
1 major violation.
View 1 violation
4-2A - food stored covered
Inspector notes: Observed containers of frozen raw beef and frozen raw pork stored outside next to outdoor grill. Also, observed screens around outdoor grill in disrepair. CA: Outdoor barbeque pits or barbeque cookers may be allowed on the premises of a food service establishment with the approval of the Health Authority if the following requirements are met: (iv) Utensils and food shall not be left outside of the cooking equipment or outside of the food service establishment; (viii) The outside cooking area shall be designed and constructed so as to control the presence of vermin; Pf and (ix) The outside cooking area shall be designed and constructed so as to facilitate the ease of routine cleaning and to promote good sanitation. COS: PIC stated they ordered new screen the last week of February but do...
511-6-1.04(4)(y)
90
Oct 22, 2024
Routine
3 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.
View 3 violations
11A - proper cooling methods used: adequate equipment for temperature control (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed container of beef that finished cooking at 2pm cooling using ineffective methods such as placing foods in cooler while above 100F and covering to not allow proper air flow. Gave Just Cool It poster. CA: Cooling shall be accomplished in accordance with the time and temperature criteria specified under DPH Rule 511-6-1-.04(6)(d) by using one or more of the following methods depending on the type of food being cooled: (i) Placing the food in shallow pans; (ii) Separating the food into smaller or thinner portions; (iii) Using rapid cooling equipment; (iv) Stirring the food in a container placed in an ice water bath; (v) Using containers that facilitate heat transfer; (vi) Adding ice as an ingredient; or (vii) Other effective methods. 2. When placed in cooling or cold holding equipm...
511-6-1.04(6)(e)
11C - approved thawing methods used (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed raw chicken thawing in meat sink in stagnant water. Gave PIC Just Thaw it poster. COS: PIC turned on cool running water and started the process of washing raw chicken. CA: Time/temperature control for safety (TCS) food shall be thawed: 1. Under refrigeration that maintains the food temperature at 41°F (5°C) or less; or 2. Completely submerged under running water: (i) At a water temperature of 70°F (21°C) or below, (ii) With sufficient water velocity to agitate and float off loose particles in an overflow, and (iii) For a period of time that does not allow thawed portions of ready-to-eat food to rise above 41°F (5°C), or (iv) For a period of time that does not allow thawed portions of a raw animal food requiring cooking to be above 41°F (5°C), for more than 4 hours including: (I...
511-6-1.04(6)(c)
17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean
Inspector notes: Observed several unused equipment and other items unnecessary to current operation, such as unused cooking equipment, cold-holding equipment and in-use cooking equipment for personal use only stored on premises. CA: 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)
86
Apr 18, 2024
Routine
1 minor violation. 1 corrected on site.
View 1 violation
17D - adequate ventilation and lighting; designated areas used (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed employee foods (2 types of flour) stored with customer foods (other various spices) and utensils. Personal items shall be located so that food, equipment, linens, and single-service and single-use articles are protected from contamination. COS: Employee foods relocated away from customer foods, food prep areas, food equipment, linens, and single use items.
511-6-1.07(4)(b)
95

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Southern Suya last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Southern Suya on file is from Mar 5, 2026. The public record contains three inspections in total.

How does Southern Suya compare to other restaurants in Atlanta?

Southern Suya most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is about the same as the Atlanta average of 90.

Has Southern Suya's inspection record improved over time?

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

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Southern Suya 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 Southern Suya inspected?

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