Tara Elementary (Hsp)

937 Mt. Zion Rd, Morrow, GA 30260

School / Childcare

License: Food Service

Last inspected: Feb 23, 2026

Score

Medium Risk

Inspectors have visited Tara Elementary (Hsp) five times, with records going back to 2024. The latest inspection on file is from Feb 23, 2026. Medium risk typically reflects a handful of issues that inspectors wrote up but didn't deem critical.

The picture has gotten worse over the last few visits, with the average climbing from around one violation to closer to five violations.

“Food-contact surfaces” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing four times across the record.

That's lower than the typical Morrow restaurant, which scores around 80. Nothing in the record is alarming, but there's room to improve.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Feb 23, 2026

Routine

1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.

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6-1A - proper cold holding temperatures (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed TCS foods (single- service low fat milks and chocolate milk (single-service)) cold holding in the temperature danger zone above 41°F at the front food service milk box #2. Advised PIC that when cold holding TCS food, foods shall range between 41°F or below. COS- Food employees relocated low fat milk and chocolate milk in the walk in cooler for proper cooling.

511-6-1.04(6)(f)

4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized

Inspector notes: Observed debris and pink mold like substance on white panel of ice machine on interior. Advised PIC equipment food-contact surfaces and utensils shall be cleaned: at a frequency specified by the manufacturer, as necessary.

511-6-1.05(7)(b)

15A - food and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, and used

Inspector notes: Observed multiple equipment in disrepair. Advised PIC equipment shall be maintained in a state of repair and condition.

511-6-1.05(6)(q)

17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean

Inspector notes: Observed stained ceiling tiles throughout main kitchen in several areas. Advised PIC the physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean and by methods that prevent contamination of foo products. Advised PIC to thoroughly clean ceiling tiles throughout the main kitchen.

511-6-1.07(5)(a)

18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present

Inspector notes: Upon arrival observed visible light entry at the back door of the facility. Advised PIC that outer openings shall be protected against rodents and pest by solid, self closing , tight-fitting doors. Advised PIC to place weather stripping at the back door of facility.

511-6-1.07(2)(m)

Sep 17, 2025

Routine

1 major violation.

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4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized

Inspector notes: Observed debris on white panel of ice machine on interior. Advised PIC equipment food-contact surfaces and utensils shall be cleaned: at a frequency specified by the manufacturer, as necessary.

511-6-1.05(7)(b)

Feb 24, 2025

Routine

1 major violation.

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4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized

Inspector notes: Observed build-up and debris on white panel of ice machine on interior food contact portions. Advised PIC equipment food-contact surfaces and utensils shall be cleaned: at a frequency specified by the manufacturer; or absent manufacturer specifications, at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil or mold.

511-6-1.05(7)(b)

Oct 17, 2024

Routine

No violations found.

100

Mar 22, 2024

Routine

2 major violations. 1 corrected on site.

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2-2D - adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Upon arrival, observed PIC fill large container of water for floor cleaning at the back handwash sink. Also observed, push-cart blocking front handwash sink. Advised PIC that all handwash sinks shall be maintained so that it is easily accessible at all times. COS: PIC ceased using back handwash sink to fill container and food employee removed push-cart from front handwash sink.

511-6-1.06(2)(o)

4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized

Inspector notes: Observed buildup of pink mold-like substance on food contact surfaces of the interior of ice machine panel. Advised PIC that equipment food contact surfaces and utensils shall be cleaned at any time during the operation when contamination may have occurred. Advised PIC to increase the cleaning frequency of the ice machine.

511-6-1.05(7)(b)

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Tara Elementary (Hsp) last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Tara Elementary (Hsp) on file is from Feb 23, 2026. The public record contains five inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Tara Elementary (Hsp)?

Across the inspection record, “food-contact surfaces” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Tara Elementary (Hsp).

How does Tara Elementary (Hsp) compare to other restaurants in Morrow?

Tara Elementary (Hsp) most recently scored 67 out of 100, which is lower than the Morrow average of 80.

Has Tara Elementary (Hsp)'s inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Tara Elementary (Hsp) have averaged around five violations per visit, up from roughly one earlier in the record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Tara Elementary (Hsp) means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.

How often is Tara Elementary (Hsp) inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Tara Elementary (Hsp) is inspected around three times per year on average.

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