Spicy Gaga Duck
Last inspected: Apr 29, 2026
78
Score
Public records show three inspections at Spicy Gaga Duck stretching back to 2024. The most recent visit was on Apr 29, 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.
That's lower than the typical Atlanta restaurant, which scores around 90. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.
3
Inspections
1
Critical latest
1
Major latest
0
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 29, 2026
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 2 corrected on site.
View 2 violations
6-1A - proper cold holding temperatures
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed multiple TCS foods inside of the display cooler above proper cold holding of 41F or below.*see temp log Time/Temperature Control for Safety; Cold Holding (P) (f) Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food, Hot and Cold Holding. Except during preparation, cooking, or cooling, or when time is used as the public health control, time/temperature control for safety food shall be maintained at 41°F (5°C) or below or 135°F (57°C) or above, except that roasts cooked to a temperature and for a time specified in subsection (5)(a)2 of this Rule and reheated using the same temperature and time conditions as cooking may be held at a temperature of 130°F (54°C) or above. P PIC stated that foods were prepared at 10a.m., therefore PIC voluntarily discarded all foods out of temperature control.*s...
511-6-1.04(6)(f)
2-2D - adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed no hand soap in the soap dispenser inside of the restroom. Handwashing Cleanser, Availability (Pf) (3) Numbers and Capacities. (a) Handwashing Cleanser, Availability. Each handwashing sink or group of two adjacent handwashing sinks shall be provided with a supply of hand cleaning liquid, powder, or bar soap. Pf PIC refilled soap inside soap dispenser of restroom.
511-6-1.07(3)(a)
78
Oct 29, 2025
Routine
3 major violations. 3 minor violations. 3 corrected on site.
View 6 violations
11D - thermometers provided and accurate
Inspector notes: Observed thermometers in food service area, PIC informed that thermometer does not work. CA: Food temperature measuring devices shall be provided and readily accessible for use in ensuring attainment and maintenance of food temperature. Correct by 11/7/25, send proof of correction to kate.obrien@dph.ga.gov
511-6-1.05(3)(g)
16A - hot and cold water available; adequate pressure
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Restroom hand sink hot water was turned off. CA: Hot water generation and distribution systems shall be sufficient to meet the peak hot water demands throughout the food service establishment. Hand washing must be done at 85F or higher. COS: PIC turned on hot water supply to sink
511-6-1.06(1)(g)
2-2D - adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed staff washing a knife in a handwashing sink. CA: A handwashing sink shall be maintained so that it is accessible at all times for employee use. A handwashing facility may not be used for purposes other than handwashing. COS: PIC told staff to not use hand washing sink for anything other than hand washing.
511-6-1.06(2)(o)
17A - toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, cleaned
Inspector notes: Observed toilet with no handle to flush, PIC noted it was broken this morning. CA: Toilet facilities shall be provided for food employees. Correct by 11/28/25
511-6-1.06(2)(h)
12B - personal cleanliness
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed employee washing and preparing duck wings with no hair restraint. CA: Employees preparing or handling food shall use effective and clean, disposable or easily cleanable nets or other hair restraints approved by the Health Authority, worn properly to restrain loose hair including beards and mustaches longer than one half inch. COS: Employee put on hair restraint
511-6-1.03(5)(j)
10D - food properly labeled; original container
Inspector notes: Observed numerous containers of chili oil and spices unlabeled CA: 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. Correct by 11/28/25
511-6-1.04(4)(d)
64
Dec 3, 2024
Initial
No violations found.
100
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Spicy Gaga Duck last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Spicy Gaga Duck on file is from Apr 29, 2026. The public record contains three inspections in total.
How does Spicy Gaga Duck compare to other restaurants in Atlanta?
Spicy Gaga Duck most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is lower than the Atlanta average of 90.
Has Spicy Gaga Duck's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Spicy Gaga Duck have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Spicy Gaga Duck 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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