The Broughton Common

118 E Broughton St, Savannah, GA 31401

American

License: Food Service

Last inspected: May 5, 2026

Score

Low Risk

The Broughton Common appears in inspection records three times, starting in 2025. On May 5, 2026, the health department conducted the most recent visit. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.

Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around two violations each.

The pattern that stands out is “nonfood-contact surfaces clean”, which has been cited two times.

That falls roughly in the middle of the pack for Savannah restaurants. The record reflects steady performance over time.

Inspections

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Major latest

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Inspection History

May 5, 2026

Routine

2 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.

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

Inspector notes: Observed bowls being used as scoops for cornmeal and dry rice in the dry storage area. CA/COS: PIC discarded bowls and removed them from use.

511-6-1.04(4)(k)

15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean

Inspector notes: Observed racks inside of walk-in cooler to have build up of debris. Observed build up of dust in walk in-cooler fans (upstairs and downstairs units). Observed black like build up of gaskets inside of the reach cooler units at the bakery and at oyster bar stations. RCA: 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)

Oct 21, 2025

Routine

1 major violation. 2 minor violations.

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6-2 - proper date marking and disposition

Inspector notes: Observed pico tomatoes in bottom of prep-top cooler without date label. Observed several containers of herb cheese in walk-in cooler without date-label. COS: PIC instructed employees to create labels for all TCS foods without prep dates.

511-6-1.04(6)(g)

14B - utensils, equipment and linens: properly stored, dried, handled

Inspector notes: Observed containers wet-nesting in clean dish area of main kitchen. RCA: After cleaning and sanitizing, equipment and utensils: 1. Shall be air-dried

511-6-1.05(10)(a)

15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean

Inspector notes: Observed racks in main walk-in cooler to have a build-up of debris. RCA: 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)

Jan 15, 2025

Routine

1 critical violation. 1 minor violation. 2 corrected on site.

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

Inspector notes: Observed TCS items (heavy cream and whipping cream) cold-holding above 41F in reach-in cooler behind bar(see temperature log). Observed ambient temperature to be 46F. COS: PIC discarded all TCS items in reach-in cooler and will not hold TCS items until unit is serviced.

511-6-1.04(6)(f)

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

Inspector notes: Observed soup cooling in reach-cooler in large container. Soup had been placed in cooler to cool less than one hour. CA: Cooling shall be accomplished in accordance with the time and temperature criteria specified under DPH Rule 511-6-1-.04(6)(d) by using one or more of the following methods depending on the type of food being cooled: (i) Placing the food in shallow pans; Pf (ii) Separating the food into smaller or thinner portions; Pf (iii) Using rapid cooling equipment; Pf (iv) Stirring the food in a container placed in an ice water bath; Pf (v) Using containers that facilitate heat transfer; Pf (vi) Adding ice as an ingredient; Pf or (vii) Other effective methods. Pf COS: PIC placed soup on an ice bath to rapidly cool.

511-6-1.04(6)(e)

Frequently Asked Questions

When was The Broughton Common last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at The Broughton Common on file is from May 5, 2026. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at The Broughton Common?

Across the inspection record, “nonfood-contact surfaces clean” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at The Broughton Common.

How does The Broughton Common compare to other restaurants in Savannah?

The Broughton Common most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is about the same as the Savannah average of 91.

Has The Broughton Common's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at The Broughton Common have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

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

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