Thai Spoon

149 N Lumpkin St, Athens, GA 30601

Southeast Asian

License: Food Service

Last inspected: Apr 20, 2026

Score

Low Risk

Going back to 2024, Thai Spoon has six inspections in the public record. The most recent report on file is from Apr 20, 2026. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.

Recent visits have flagged more than earlier ones: around four violations per visit lately, up from roughly one violation before.

Across the inspection history, “in-use utensils” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded two times.

Thai Spoon's latest score is in line with the Athens average of 88. On the whole, the file is mixed but not concerning.

Inspections

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Minor latest

Inspection History

Apr 20, 2026

Routine

3 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.

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11A - proper cooling methods used: adequate equipment for temperature control (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Spring rolls cooling in deep pan in top of make table. Person in charge (PIC) moved spring rolls to walk-in cooler to facilitate rapid cooling.

511-6-1.04(6)(e)

14A - in-use utensils: properly stored (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Scoop handle touching food in bulk rice containers and chili powder. PIC removed scoop handles from food.

511-6-1.04(4)(k)

18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present

Inspector notes: Light gaps present along side and bottom of back door.

511-6-1.07(2)(m)

Oct 28, 2025

Routine

2 major violations. 2 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.

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4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Chlorine concentration below 50 ppm in two actively in use cloth buckets. Corrective action (CA): Chlorine sanitizer should be kept between 50-100 ppm. Chlorine added to buckets - concentration now between 50-100 ppm.

511-6-1.05(6)(n)

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

Inspector notes: Buildup of mold in bulk ice machine. CA: Have ice machine cleaned more frequently to prevent buildup.

511-6-1.05(7)(b)

15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean

Inspector notes: Vent hood has buildup of grease.

511-6-1.05(7)(d)

17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean

Inspector notes: Buildup of grease on floor under fryer. Air vent over 3-compartment sink has dust buildup.

511-6-1.07(5)(a)

Apr 14, 2025

Routine

4 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.

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10D - food properly labeled; original container (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed multiple bulk containers in kitchen containing white powder with no common name labeled. Person in charge (PIC) labeled containers.

511-6-1.04(7)(d)

14A - in-use utensils: properly stored

Inspector notes: Observed scoop handle touching food in unlabeled white powder container above right make table. Pitcher used as scoop in bulk sugar with handle touching food.

511-6-1.04(4)(k)

17D - adequate ventilation and lighting; designated areas used (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed employee make-up bag stored in food prep area. Observed employee iced coffee in cup stored with cocktail mixer set and syrups. Observed employee phone stored on can of food in dry storage area. Employee belongings relocated to proper area.

511-6-1.07(5)(j)

18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present

Inspector notes: Observed two live insects in kitchen.

511-6-1.07(5)(k)

Mar 3, 2025

Routine

2 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.

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17D - adequate ventilation and lighting; designated areas used (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed employee storage in front food service area near food preparation and storage (jacket and bag). Employee belongings moved to proper area.

511-6-1.07(5)(j)

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

Inspector notes: Chlorine sanitizer in kitchen sanitizer bucket at concentration below 50ppm; not in active use. Added chlorine to sanitizer bucket to reach concentration of 50ppm.

511-6-1.04(4)(m)

Sep 12, 2024

Routine

1 minor violation. 1 corrected on site.

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2-2B - proper eating, tasting, drinking, or tobacco use (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Employee drink in Stanley cup observed on prep table in kitchen. Corrective action (CA): All employee drinks must be in a disposable cup with a lid and straw, stored below and separate from food, utensils, equipment, linens, single-use/single-service (FUELS) items. Cup removed from kitchen.

511-6-1.03(5)(k)

Feb 21, 2024

Routine

1 minor violation. 1 corrected on site.

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2-2B - proper eating, tasting, drinking, or tobacco use (corrected on site)

511-6-1.03(5)(k)

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Thai Spoon last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Thai Spoon on file is from Apr 20, 2026. The public record contains six inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Thai Spoon?

Across the inspection record, “in-use utensils” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Thai Spoon.

How does Thai Spoon compare to other restaurants in Athens?

Thai Spoon most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is about the same as the Athens average of 88.

Has Thai Spoon's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Thai Spoon have averaged around four violations per visit, up from roughly one earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Thai Spoon 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 Thai Spoon inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Thai Spoon is inspected around three times per year on average.

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