Tech Square Food Hall
Last inspected: Apr 14, 2026
52
Score
Going back to 2024, Tech Square Food Hall has four inspections in the public record. Inspectors last stopped by on Apr 14, 2026. High risk usually means inspectors flagged either critical violations or a stack of smaller ones.
Recent inspections have turned up more issues than earlier ones, averaging around nine violations lately compared to roughly two violations before.
The pattern that stands out is “food-contact surfaces”, which has been cited two times.
The city-wide average sits at 90, which Tech Square Food Hall's 52 doesn't quite reach. Diners may want to weigh the inspection history when deciding to visit.
4
Inspections
0
Critical latest
4
Major latest
5
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 14, 2026
Routine
4 major violations. 5 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.
View 9 violations
12D - washing fruits and vegetables
Inspector notes: observed the cook prepping raw chicken in the produce sink. COS: PIC corrected the employee and removed the food item. Prep sink shall be cleaned and sanitized before usage of any vegies. Corrected On-Site. New Violation.
511-6-1.04(4)(g)
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: Observed the ice machine of the establishment had black and pink slim on the deflector plate of the unit. CA: 7) Cleaning of Equipment and Utensils. (a) Equipment, Food-Contact Surfaces, and Utensils. 1. Equipment food-contact surfaces and utensils shall be clean to sight and touch.
511-6-1.05(7)(a)
6-2 - proper date marking and disposition
Inspector notes: Observed Chicken, beef and other foods stored in the WIC without proper date marking label. refrigerated, ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared and held in a food establishment for more than 24 hours shall be clearly marked to indicate the date or day by which the food shall be consumed on the premises, sold, or discarded, when held at a temperature of 41°F (5°C) or below for a maximum of 7 days. The day of preparation shall be counted as Day 1.
511-6-1.04(6)(g)
2-2D - adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: observed hand sink in the main kitchen fail to have any drying provision (paper towels) at the sink. COS: PIC added paper towels to the sink after it was mentioned by EHS.
511-6-1.07(3)(b)
4-2A - food stored covered
Inspector notes: observed food in the main kitchen and in the WIC stored without any covering. there was fried chicken stored under a prep table and in the WIC there was a bucket of cut veggies that were uncovered on the floor of the RIC. CA: (iv) Except as specified under paragraph 2. of this subsection and when cooling as specified in DPH Rule 511-6-1-.04(6)(e)2.(ii), storing the food in packages, covered containers, or wrappings, except for loosely covered or uncovered containers in which food is being cooled if protected from overhead contamination;
511-6-1.04(4)(c)
12A - contamination prevented during food preparation, storage, display
Inspector notes: Observed meets stored on the floor of the reach in cooler. CA: Advised pic that food shall be stored in a clean, dry location; where it is not exposed to splash, dust, or other contamination; and at least 6 inches (15 cm) above the floor. Food in packages and working containers may be stored less than 6 inches (15 cm) above the floor on case lot handling equipment if the equipment can be moved by hand or by conveniently available apparatuses such as hand trucks and forklifts.
511-6-1.04(4)(q)
13A - posted: permit/inspection/choking poster/handwashing
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: observed the establishment failed to post the correct and current inspection report. COS : PIC placed current score on the board once inspection started
511-6-1.02(1)(d)
14A - in-use utensils: properly stored
Inspector notes: observed knives stored between prep-top table and prep-top cooler. CA: Storage of In-Use Utensils. During pauses in food preparation or dispensing, food preparation and dispensing utensils shall be stored: 1.Except as specified under paragraph 2 of this subsection, in the food with their handles above the top of the food and the container; 2.In food that is not time/temperature control for safety food with their handles above the top of the food within containers or equipment that can be closed, such as bins of sugar, flour, or cinnamon; 3.On a clean portion of the food preparation table or cooking equipment only if the in-use utensil and the food-contact surface of the food preparation table or cooking equipment are cleaned and sanitized at a frequency specified under DPH Rule 511-6-1-...
511-6-1.04(4)(k)
15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: Observed food debris and dried blood inside the RIF on the flooring. CA: 3. Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be kept free of an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris.
511-6-1.05(7)(a)
52
Oct 8, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 4 violations
4-1A - food separated and protected
Inspector notes: Observed raw chicken and beef stored over cooked rice in the walk in cooler of the front food service RIC. CA: Provided refrigeration document and advised PIC on how to properly store raw food items in both the walk in and reach in cooler.
511-6-1.04(4)(c)
6-2 - proper date marking and disposition
Inspector notes: Observed Chicken, beef and other foods stored in the WIC without proper date marking label. refrigerated, ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared and held in a food establishment for more than 24 hours shall be clearly marked to indicate the date or day by which the food shall be consumed on the premises, sold, or discarded, when held at a temperature of 41°F (5°C) or below for a maximum of 7 days. The day of preparation shall be counted as Day 1.
511-6-1.04(6)(g)
5-2 - consumer advisory provided for raw and undercooked foods
Inspector notes: Observed disclosure and asterisk missing on the menu next to the food items that can be served raw or undercooked . CA: Advised PIC to add an asterisk, disclosure and consumer advisory to all the food items on the menu that can be served raw or undercooked. Asterisks next to the menu items with animal-derived foods food items that can be served raw or undercooked(Sushi, eggs etc.)
511-6-1-.04(7)(e)
12B - personal cleanliness
Inspector notes: Observed cooks in the main kitchen with excessive amounts of food accumulation of old food on their clothes. CA: PIC was advised on the Clothing. The outer layer of clothing of all employees shall be clean. Food employees shall wear clean outer clothing to prevent contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linen, and single-service and single-use articles.
511-6-1.03(5)(i)
67
Sep 16, 2024
Routine
No violations found.
100
Aug 2, 2024
Initial
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
15A - food and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, and used
Inspector notes: Observed broken gaskets at WIC Good Repair & Proper Adjustment CA: Equipment components such as doors, seals, hinges, fasteners, and kick plates shall be kept intact, tight, and adjusted in accordance with manufacturer's specifications.
511-6-1.05(6)(a)
95
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Tech Square Food Hall last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Tech Square Food Hall on file is from Apr 14, 2026. The public record contains four inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Tech Square Food Hall?
Across the inspection record, “food-contact surfaces” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Tech Square Food Hall.
How does Tech Square Food Hall compare to other restaurants in Atlanta?
Tech Square Food Hall most recently scored 52 out of 100, which is lower than the Atlanta average of 90.
Has Tech Square Food Hall's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Tech Square Food Hall have averaged around nine violations per visit, up from roughly two earlier in the record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Tech Square Food Hall means the most recent inspection flagged either critical violations or a substantial number of smaller ones. Diners may want to read the violation details before deciding to visit.
How often is Tech Square Food Hall inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Tech Square Food Hall is inspected around two times per year on average.
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