The Hot Box
Last inspected: Mar 13, 2026
90
Score
The Hot Box, located at 20 West Robert Toombs Ave in Washington, GA, underwent a low-risk inspection on March 13, 2026, with a score of 90. This inspection identified two minor violations related to food-contact surfaces and the proper use and storage of wiping cloths. Across four recorded inspections, The Hot Box has maintained a historical pattern of mostly low-risk assessments.
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Inspections
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Inspection History
Mar 13, 2026
Routine
2 minor violations.
90
Oct 7, 2025
Routine
1 minor violation.
95
Mar 21, 2025
Routine
1 minor violation.
95
Jun 13, 2024
Routine
1 critical violation.
86
Violations — Mar 13, 2026 Inspection
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: Observed no sanitizer in restaurant, PIC said none was on site CA: ensure sanitizer is ALWAYS kept in kitchen; dishes MUST be able to be sanitized
511-6-1.05(6)(o)
12C - wiping cloths: properly used and stored
Inspector notes: Observed rags being used to wipe/dry hands CA: ensure paper towels are used to dry/wipe hands; linen towels not permitted
511-6-1.04(4)(m)
Priority (Critical)
Priority Foundation (Major)
Core (Minor)
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