Sundown Saloon

50 Gaines School Rd Ste 14, Athens, GA 30605
Bar / Pub
License: Food Service
Last inspected: Sep 15, 2025
95
Score
Low Risk

The inspection history at Sundown Saloon is still short, with only two visits logged. The most recent report on file is from Sep 15, 2025. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.

Recent inspections have found fewer violations than earlier ones, averaging around one violation lately and about four violations before that.

Restaurants in Athens average 88, so Sundown Saloon is doing better than most peers. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.

2
Inspections
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Critical latest
0
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Sep 15, 2025
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean
Inspector notes: Floor tiles in poor repair behind bar. Buildup of grime/debris observed on floors behind bar.
95
Oct 24, 2024
Routine
2 major violations. 2 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 4 violations
2-2D - adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Paper towels not supplied at front handwash sink and men's room handwash sink. Corrective action (CA): Paper towels shall be provided at all handwash sinks. Paper towels provided.
511-6-1.07(3)(b)
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: Observed black mold growth inside ice maker. CA: Ice maker shall be cleaned frequently enough to preclude mold growth.
511-6-1.05(7)(b)
17A - toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, cleaned
Inspector notes: Ladies room not provided with a covered waste receptacle.
511-6-1.06(5)(h)
17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean
Inspector notes: Floor tiles damaged behind bar. Buildup of grime/debris observed on floors behind bar.
511-6-1.07(5)(a)
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Sundown Saloon last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Sundown Saloon on file is from Sep 15, 2025. The public record contains two inspections in total.

How does Sundown Saloon compare to other restaurants in Athens?

Sundown Saloon most recently scored 95 out of 100, which is higher than the Athens average of 88.

Has Sundown Saloon's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Sundown Saloon have averaged around one violation per visit, down from roughly four earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Sundown Saloon means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.