The Oaks of Athens

490 Kathwood Dr, Athens, GA 30607
Healthcare Facility
License: Food Service
Last inspected: Apr 7, 2026
95
Score
Low Risk

The health department has logged five inspections at The Oaks of Athens, the earliest from 2024. Inspectors last stopped by on Apr 7, 2026. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.

Recent inspections have turned up roughly the same number of issues each time, hovering near one violation per visit.

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

That puts the facility ahead of the local pack: the average Athens restaurant scores 88. Taken together, the history is a positive one.

5
Inspections
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Critical latest
0
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 7, 2026
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
16B - plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: Handwashing sink in club dining leaking.
511-6-1.06(2)(r)
95
Oct 17, 2025
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
15A - food and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, and used
Inspector notes: Counter freezers in 50's diner and club area have build-up of ice. Handle chipped on prep cooler in club area.
511-6-1.05(6)(a)
95
Apr 11, 2025
Routine
1 minor violation. 1 corrected on site.
View 1 violation
17D - adequate ventilation and lighting; designated areas used (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Employee drinks stored above customer drinks in reach-in cooler. Drinks moved below customer drinks.
511-6-1.07(5)(j)
95
Oct 31, 2024
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
15A - food and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, and used
Inspector notes: Observed ice buildup on back of fan of walk-in freezer. Hot cabinet (50's) has missing handle and fraying gasket. Club prep cooler handle is chipped.
511-6-1.05(6)(a)
95
May 3, 2024
Routine
1 minor violation. 1 corrected on site.
View 1 violation
17D - adequate ventilation and lighting; designated areas used (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Employee drink stored over resident drinks in reach-in cooler. Employee drinks must be stored below and separate from customer/resident food. Drink moved to bottom shelf.
511-6-1.07(5)(j)
95

Frequently Asked Questions

When was The Oaks of Athens last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at The Oaks of Athens on file is from Apr 7, 2026. The public record contains five inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at The Oaks of Athens?

Across the inspection record, “food and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanable” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at The Oaks of Athens.

How does The Oaks of Athens compare to other restaurants in Athens?

The Oaks of Athens most recently scored 95 out of 100, which is higher than the Athens average of 88.

Has The Oaks of Athens' inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at The Oaks of Athens have averaged around one violation per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at The Oaks of Athens 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 The Oaks of Athens inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, The Oaks of Athens is inspected around three times per year on average.