Sterling Estates of West Cobb - Dining Room

3165 Dallas Hwy Sw, Marietta, GA 30064
Healthcare Facility
License: Food Service
Last inspected: Feb 24, 2026
82
Score
Low Risk

Inspectors have visited Sterling Estates of West Cobb - Dining Room three times, with records going back to 2024. On Feb 24, 2026, the health department conducted the most recent visit. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.

Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around two violations each.

When inspectors have written things up, “proper cold holding temperatures” has been the most frequent reason, cited two times.

The city-wide average sits at 87, which Sterling Estates of West Cobb - Dining Room's 82 doesn't quite reach. There isn't much in the file that would give a customer pause.

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Inspections
1
Critical latest
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Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 24, 2026
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation. 2 corrected on site.
View 2 violations
6-2 - proper date marking and disposition (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed sliced turkey with in the prep top cooler a prep date of 2/16/26. Observed roast beef in the walk-in cooler without a date marking. Observed diced tomatoes, and diced celery without a date marking in the prep top cooler. C/A: A food that requires datemarking shall be discarded if it: (i) Exceeds 7 days, not including the time that the product is frozen; P (ii) Is in a container or package that does not bear a date or day; P or (iii) Is inappropriately marked with a date or day that exceeds 7 days . COS: items discarded excepted tomatoes and celery per food employee present items were prepped yesterday morning.
511-6-1.04(6)(h)
4-2A - food stored covered (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed a container of diced tomatoes, diced peppers, cut cucumbers, and diced celery stored uncovered in the reach-in portion of the prep top cooler. C/A: unless cooling and protected from overhead contamination food shall be stored covered COS: items covered with lids
511-6-1.04(4)(c)
82
Feb 26, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 corrected on site.
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6-1A - proper cold holding temperatures (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed cold TCS foods distinguished by an asterisk (*) cold holding above 41F. C/A: cold time/temperature control for safety (TCS) food shall be maintained at 41°F or below COS: items discarded
511-6-1.04(6)(f)
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: Observed old labels stuck to food storage containers that were ran through the dishwasher. Observed old food labels on food containers that were actively stored in units. Observed old food labels on food storage containers that were stored as ready for use. C/A: Equipment food-contact surfaces and utensils shall be clean to sight and touch.
511-6-1.05(7)(a)
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Aug 15, 2024
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation. 2 corrected on site.
View 2 violations
6-1A - proper cold holding temperatures (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed cold TCS foods distinguished by an asterisk (*) cold holding above 41F. C/A: cold time/temperature control for safety (TCS) food shall be maintained at 41°F or below COS: items discarded
511-6-1.04(6)(f)
14B - utensils, equipment and linens: properly stored, dried, handled (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed dishes (metal pans) wet stacked in ware washing area. C/A: After cleaning and sanitizing, equipment and utensils shall be air-dried or used after adequate draining before contact with food COS: dishes were stacked staggered to air-dry
511-6-1.05(10)(a)
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Sterling Estates of West Cobb - Dining Room last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Sterling Estates of West Cobb - Dining Room on file is from Feb 24, 2026. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Sterling Estates of West Cobb - Dining Room?

Across the inspection record, “proper cold holding temperatures” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Sterling Estates of West Cobb - Dining Room.

How does Sterling Estates of West Cobb - Dining Room compare to other restaurants in Marietta?

Sterling Estates of West Cobb - Dining Room most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is lower than the Marietta average of 87.

Has Sterling Estates of West Cobb - Dining Room's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Sterling Estates of West Cobb - Dining Room have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Sterling Estates of West Cobb - Dining Room 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 Sterling Estates of West Cobb - Dining Room inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Sterling Estates of West Cobb - Dining Room is inspected around two times per year on average.