Tater Saladz

2204 Palmyra Rd, Albany, GA 31701

Vegetarian

License: Food Service

Last inspected: May 6, 2026

Score

Low Risk

Across the available record, Tater Saladz has four inspections on file, the first dated 2024. The newest entry in the record is dated May 6, 2026. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.

Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near one violation each time.

“Proper cold holding temperatures” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing two times across the record.

That puts the facility ahead of the local pack: the average Albany restaurant scores 86. The record reflects steady performance over time.

Inspections

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Major latest

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Inspection History

May 6, 2026

Routine

1 minor violation.

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17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean

Inspector notes: Observed a wet mop in the mop bucket not hung to properly dry. CA: After use, mops shall be placed in a position that allows them to air-dry without soiling walls, equipment, or supplies. PIC will have mop hung to dry.

511-6-1.07(5)(f)

Dec 1, 2025

Routine

1 critical violation. 1 corrected on site.

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

Inspector notes: Observed lettuce in the prep top cooler not being held at 41 degrees Fahrenheit or below. CA: 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, PIC discarded the lettuce and adjusted the temperature on the cooler.

511-6-1.04(6)(f)

Mar 10, 2025

Routine

2 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.

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

Inspector notes: Observed a bag of shrimp in the handwashing sink. CA: A sink used for food preparation or utensil washing, or a service sink or curbed cleaning facility used for the disposal of mop water or similar wastes, may not be provided with the handwashing aids and devices required for a handwashing sink. PIC removed the bag from the sink.

511-6-1.07(3)(c)

12C - wiping cloths: properly used and stored (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed wiping cloths not being stored in a sanitizer solution with the proper chemical concentration. CA: Cloths in-use for wiping counters and other equipment surfaces shall be held between uses in a chemical sanitizer solution at a concentration specified under DPH Rule 511-6-1-.05(6)(n); and laundered daily. PIC will put the wiping cloths in a bucket of sanitizer solution.

511-6-1.04(4)(m)

Apr 17, 2024

Routine

1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 4 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.

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6-1B - proper hot holding temperatures (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed a TCS food item in hot holding such as rice not being maintained at 135 degrees Fahrenheit or above. CA: 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. PIC discarded the food item.

511-6-1.04(6)(f)

15B - warewashing facilities: installed, maintained, used; test strips

Inspector notes: Observed no test strips at the three-compartment sink for sanitizer. CA: A test kit or other device that accurately measures the concentration in mg/L of sanitizing solutions shall be provided. PIC will provide the three compartment sink with test strips.

511-6-1.05(3)(h)

12B - personal cleanliness

Inspector notes: Observed employee handling and preparing food with no form of 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. PIC will provide employee with a hair restraint.

511-6-1.03(5)(j)

12C - wiping cloths: properly used and stored

Inspector notes: Observed wiping cloths not being stored in a sanitizer solution with the proper chemical concentration. CA: Cloths in-use for wiping counters and other equipment surfaces shall be held between uses in a chemical sanitizer solution at a concentration specified under DPH Rule 511-6-1-.05(6)(n); and laundered daily. PIC will provide a bucket of sanitizer solution to store the wiping cloths between use.

511-6-1.04(4)(m)

14A - in-use utensils: properly stored

Inspector notes: Observed a cup with no designated handle being stored in contact with the rice. CA: During pauses in food preparation or dispensing, food preparation and dispensing utensils shall be stored except as specified under paragraph 2 of this subsection, in the food with their handles above the top of the food and the container. PIC will provide the container with a scoop that has a designated handle.

511-6-1.04(4)(k)

17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean

Inspector notes: Observed the air conditioning vents in the main kitchen area with an accumulation of dust. CA: The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean and by methods that prevent contamination of food products. PIC will have the air conditioning vents cleaned.

511-6-1.07(5)(a)

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Tater Saladz last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Tater Saladz on file is from May 6, 2026. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Tater Saladz?

Across the inspection record, “proper cold holding temperatures” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Tater Saladz.

How does Tater Saladz compare to other restaurants in Albany?

Tater Saladz most recently scored 95 out of 100, which is higher than the Albany average of 86.

Has Tater Saladz's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Tater Saladz have averaged around one violation per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Tater Saladz 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 Tater Saladz inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Tater Saladz is inspected around two times per year on average.

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