Sugarberry's Restaurant
Last inspected: Apr 15, 2026
90
Score
Inspectors have visited Sugarberry's Restaurant six times, with records going back to 2024. Inspectors last stopped by on Apr 15, 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 four violations per visit across recent inspections.
The pattern that stands out is “proper cold holding temperatures”, which has been cited four times.
The city-wide average is 90, putting Sugarberry's Restaurant squarely in typical territory. The record reflects steady performance over time.
6
Inspections
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Critical latest
0
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 15, 2026
Followup
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
16B - plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: Puddling water by the 3-compartment sink, leak observed on one of the elbows beneath the sink. CA: Plumbing shall be maintained in good repair against leaks. Correct within 72 hours.
511-6-1.06(2)(r)
17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean
Inspector notes: Excessive moisture in leading to wood wall near the dish machine to rot and be eaten away at. Multiple areas throughout the kitchen have bare wood showing due to paint peeling. There is a hole in the ceiling above the washing machine with insulation or wood flakes falling out of it. Observed very mold-like substance on the exterior of the ceiling in the dish room, spreading from one end to the other. CA: Floors, walls, and ceilings shall be clean and in good repair. Issues with the moisture in the dishwash area need to be addressed immediately. Plan of action in place and time frame of repair has been set so that it will be completed within a month. Materials for replacement have been purchased and are on site. They will replace the ceiling and walls in sections over 1-2 weeks. On days...
511-6-1.07(2)(h)
90
Apr 8, 2026
Routine
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 5 minor violations. 5 corrected on site.
View 9 violations
4-1B - proper disposition of returned, previously served, reconditioned, and unsafe food
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed box of moldy bell peppers in the walk in cooler at time of inspection. CA: A food that is unsafe, adulterated, or not honestly presented shall be discarded or reconditioned according to an approved procedure. COS: Box of bell peppers was voluntarily discarded.
511-6-1.04(8)(a)
6-1A - proper cold holding temperatures
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed shrimp in kitchen sitting out of temperature control at 68 degrees Fahrenheit. CA:Time/temperature control for safety food being cold held shall be maintained at a temperature of 41 degrees Fahrenheit or below. COS: Shrimp had been out for over an hour sitting on the counter but not more than 4 hours so it was allowed to be placed back in the reach in cooler beside it to cool back down before cooking.
511-6-1.04(6)(f)
2-2D - adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed employee washing a utensil out in the hand sink. CA: CA: Handwashing sinks shall only be used for handwashing and nothing else. COS: Employee halted and sink cleaned.
511-6-1.06(2)(o)
8-2B - toxic substances properly identified, stored, used
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: All spray bottles (4) on the server rack were not properly labeled with a common identifier name. CA: Working containers (spray bottles) used for storing poisonous or toxic materials such as cleaners and sanitizers taken from bulk supplies shall be clearly and individually identified with the common name of the material. COS: Employee correctly labeled the sanitizer bottles as "bleach sanitizer."
511-6-1.07(6)(b)
4-2A - food stored covered
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Multiple food itmes along the prep tables in the kitchen area stored uncovered (BBQ sauce, margarine, raw fish). CA: Food shall be stored covered and in a manner to protect from overhead contamination. Unless they are in a state of cooling they may be stored loosely covered or uncovered as long as they are protected from overhead contamination. COS: Items covered with clear film wrap.
511-6-1.04(4)(c)
15A - food and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, and used
Inspector notes: Observed multiple racks in the walk-in cooler rusted and covered in food soils. CA: Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment that are exposed to splash, spillage, or other food soiling or that require frequent cleaning shall be constructed of a corrosion-resistant, nonabsorbent, and smooth material. Racks need be replaced more than likely with the amount of rusted area on them but they must be either replaced or cleaned deeply to remove soils and rust within 1 month.
511-6-1.05(1)(i)
16C - sewage and waste water properly disposed
Inspector notes: When dishwashing machine was run, grey water was running onto the floor instead of being conveyed to the proper disposal area. CA:Sewage shall be conveyed to the point of disposal through an approved sanitary sewage system or other system, including use of sewage transport vehicles, waste retention tanks, pumps, pipes, hoses, and connections that are constructed, maintained, and operated according to law. Must be corrected in 24 hours.
511-6-1.06(4)(d)
17B - garbage/refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
Inspector notes: No drainplug in place on the dumpster outside allowing for grease and other tainted liquids to run onto the ground beside it. CA:Drains in receptacles and waste handling units for refuse, recyclables, and returnables shall have drain plugs in place. Correct within 72 hours.
511-6-1.06(5)(o)
17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean
Inspector notes: Excessive moisture in leading to wood wall near the dish machine to rot and be eaten away at. Multiple areas throughout the kitchen have bare wood showing due to paint peeling. There is a hole in the ceiling above the washing machine with insulation or wood flakes falling out of it. Observed very mold-like substance on the exterior of the ceiling in the dish room, spreading from one end to the other. CA: Floors, walls, and ceilings shall be clean and in good repair. Issues with the moisture in the dishwash area need to be addressed immediately. Correct within 1 month, EHS must be called once repair.
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Dec 3, 2025
Routine
2 critical violations. 3 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.
View 5 violations
6-1A - proper cold holding temperatures
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed cottage cheese on the salad bar at a temperature of 55 degrees Fahrenheit. CA: Time/temperature control for safety food being cold held shall be maintained at a temperature of 41 degrees Fahrenheit or below. COS: Cottage cheese had not been out for more than 4 hours. Option given to discard or cool down back to 41 degrees fahrenheit. Decision to voluntarily discard was made.
511-6-1.04(6)(f)
6-1B - proper hot holding temperatures
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed fried fish in the back of the house under the heat lamps at a temperature of 120 degrees Fahrenheit. CA: Time/temperature control for safety food being hot held shall be maintained at a temperature of 135 degrees Fahrenheit or above for safety. COS: Fish was redropped and brought back to a temperature of 198 degrees Fahrenheit.
511-6-1.04(6)(f)
15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: Observed old food residue and grime built up on the exterior of multiple different seasoning shakers, and food equipment such as the fryers and the grill. Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be cleaned at a frequency necessary to preclude (prevent) the buildup of dirt, soil, and food residues. Correct within the week.
511-6-1.05(7)(a)
16B - plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: Septic system distribution box lid is cracked in pieces leaving it open to the elements. CA: Plumbing and wastewater system shall be maintained in good repair. Fix within 2 weeks.
511-6-1.06(2)(r)
17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean
Inspector notes: Excessive moisture in leading to wood wall near the dish machine to rot and be eaten away at. Multiple areas throughout the kitchen have bare wood showing due to paint peeling. There is a hole in the ceiling above the washing machine with insulation or wood flakes falling out of it. Observed very mold-like substance on the exterior of the ceiling in the dish room, spreading from one end to the other. CA: Floors, walls, and ceilings shall be clean and in good repair. Issues with the moisture in the dishwash area need to be addressed immediately. Correct within 3 weeks.
511-6-1.07(5)(a)
64
Apr 16, 2025
Routine
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations. 3 corrected on site.
View 5 violations
6-2 - proper date marking and disposition
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed food in the walk in cooler that was prepped on 4/8/2025, the date of inspection is 4/16/2025. CA: A food that requires datemarking shall be discarded if it: (i)Exceeds 7 days, not including the time that the product is frozen; (ii)Is in a container or package that does not bear a date or day; or (iii)Is inappropriately marked with a date or day that exceeds 7 days. COS: Food voluntarily discarded at time of inspection.
511-6-1.04(6)(h)
3-1C - food in good condition, safe, and unadulterated
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed box of apples and some stray tomatoes that were on the bottom shelf of the walk in cooler covered in a mold-like substance. CA: A food that is unsafe, adulterated, or not honestly presented shall be discarded or reconditioned according to an approved procedure. COS: Both the box of apples and the tomatoes were voluntarily discarded.
511-6-1.04(1)
2-2D - adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed handwash sink with peas and ice in it from someone draining them out in the sink. CA: Handwashing sinks shall only be used for handwashing and nothing else. COS: Food debris cleaned from sink.
511-6-1.06(2)(o)
17B - garbage/refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
Inspector notes: Damage evident to the lid of the dumpster outside not allowing it to fully close and deter pest. CA: Outside Receptacles shall be maintained in good condition to allow them to properly close to deter pest from harboring.
511-6-1.06(5)(k)
17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean
Inspector notes: Kitchen area around main equipment has lots of burnt old food and debris beneath it. Physical facilities shall be cleaned at a frequency to prevent accumulations.
61
Jun 26, 2024
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation. 1 corrected on site.
View 2 violations
6-1B - proper hot holding temperatures
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed fried fish in back of house and in front food service area out of temperature. Fried fish was at 125F in BOH and 109 in FOH. Hot holding items must be maintained at 135F or above. COS: BOH fish re-fried to above 165F and FOH fish discarded
511-6-1.04(6)(f)
17B - garbage/refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
Inspector notes: Observed two 55-gallon drums of "slop" meant to be taken of by a local who uses it for feed, but he has since stopped picking it up, leaving it to accumulate uncovered in the back behind the facility. Refuse shall be removed in an appropriate manner and frequency to deuce odors and pests CA: Remove ASAP
511-6-1.06(5)(r)
82
Feb 9, 2024
Routine
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 4 violations
3-1D - required records: shellstock tags, parasite destruction
Inspector notes: No shellstock tag attached to box or available on for the single box of oysters to identify shipper info, or when and where the oysters were harvested. Shellstock tags shall remain attached to the box until the last oyster is removed from the box and then maintained on file for 90 days. COS: CFSM chose to discard food.
511-6-1.04(3)(h)
2-2D - adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible
Inspector notes: No hot water at handwash sink in kitchen or any of the bathroom sinks. Handwash sinks shall be maintained to provide hot water at a temperature of 100 degree F through a mixing valve. CA: Fix Hot water prior to next day open 2/14/24. Call EHS when fixed.
511-6-1.06(2)(o)
16A - hot and cold water available; adequate pressure
Inspector notes: Multiple areas of the facility without hot water running to them. Hot water generation and distribution systems shall be sufficient to meet peak hot water demands of the facility.
511-6-1.06(1)(g)
15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: Observed old food and old food residue all over the floor of the walk-in-cooler. Non-food contact surfaces shall be cleaned at a frequency adequate to prevent buildup of food and food residues.
511-6-1.05(7)(d)
67
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Sugarberry's Restaurant last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Sugarberry's Restaurant on file is from Apr 15, 2026. The public record contains six inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Sugarberry's Restaurant?
Across the inspection record, “proper cold holding temperatures” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Sugarberry's Restaurant.
How does Sugarberry's Restaurant compare to other restaurants in Cochran?
Sugarberry's Restaurant most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is about the same as the Cochran average of 90.
Has Sugarberry's Restaurant's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Sugarberry's Restaurant have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Sugarberry's Restaurant 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 Sugarberry's Restaurant inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Sugarberry's Restaurant is inspected around three times per year on average.
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