The Olive Garden Italian Restaurant # 6425
Last inspected: Apr 27, 2026
95
Score
The Olive Garden Italian Restaurant # 6425 appears in inspection records six times, starting in 2024. On Apr 27, 2026, the health department conducted the most recent visit. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.
Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near two violations each time.
“Personal cleanliness” comes up most often, recorded three times in the inspection record.
Among Dawsonville restaurants, the typical score is 90; The Olive Garden Italian Restaurant # 6425 is comfortably above that bar. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.
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Inspections
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Critical latest
0
Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 27, 2026
Routine
1 minor violation. 1 corrected on site.
View 1 violation
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Food-contact surfaces and utensils not sanitized properly after cleaning. Hot water sanitizing warewasher water pressure not between 15 - 25 pounds per square inch. Manager placed a work order with ECOLAB for repair and 3-compartment sink was set up for sanitization ( QUAT 300 ppm) until Dishmachine is fixed.
511-6-1.05(6)(m)
95
Nov 12, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations. 3 corrected on site.
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8-2B - toxic substances properly identified, stored, used
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed toxic item ( degreaser) stored by food ( bread sticks). Poisonous or toxic materials shall be stored so they cannot contaminate food, equipment, utensils, linens, and single-service and single-use articles.COS: PIC removed bottle of degreaser to designated chemical area.
511-6-1.07(6)(c)
15A - food and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, and used
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed server grabbing a plated dish from heat lamp area using her jacket cuffs as gloves to hold the plate . Utensils and food-contact surfaces of equipment shall be made of materials that do not allow the migration of deleterious substances or impart colors, odors, or tastes to food and under normal use conditions, and shall be: safe, durable, corrosion-resistant, and nonabsorbent.COS: PIC remade the meal and employee washed hands and put on gloves.
511-6-1.05(1)(a)
12B - personal cleanliness
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Dishwasher wearing several plastic bracelets while actively working in dishmachine area. The only jewelry that may be worn by food handlers is a plain ring such as wedding band. COS: PIC discussed with food employees what may be worn for jewelry and bracelets removed.
511-6-1.03(5)(g)
78
Jun 26, 2025
Routine
5 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.
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14A - in-use utensils: properly stored
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: In-use utensil in non-potentially hazardous food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container.PIC removed scoops.
511-6-1.04(4)(k)
15A - food and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, and used
Inspector notes: Door gasket on cooler at grill station and 3-drawer low-boy cooler is in poor repair/broken. Equipment shall be maintained in a state of repair . Equipment components such as doors, seals, hinges, fasteners, and kick plates shall be kept intact, tight, and adjusted in accordance with manufacturer's specifications. Person in charge will place a repair work order.
511-6-1.05(6)(a)
15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: Reach-in coolers not cleaned to prevent accumulation of soil residue. Non-food contact surfaces shall be cleaned at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue and other debris. Per person in charge, they are on schedule to be clean on Sunday.
511-6-1.05(7)(a)
17B - garbage/refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
Inspector notes: Accumulation of grease around grease receptacle and flooring.Keep area clean to prevent attraction of pests.
511-6-1.06(5)(o)
17B - garbage/refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed both dumpster lids/doors open. . Receptacles and waste handling units for refuse, recyclables, and returnable shall be kept covered. COS: PIC closed lids.
511-6-1.06(5)(n)
78
Jan 24, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation. 1 corrected on site.
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2-1B - hands clean and properly washed
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Dishwasher wearing single-use gloves over cloth gloves and between loading soiled kitchenware/utensils in dishwasher and before handling the clean and sanitized kitchenware/utensils, only the soiled single-use gloves are being removed but no handwashing taking place before new single-use gloves put on to handle the clean and sanitized utensils. The cloth gloves can become soiled and can contaminate single-use gloves put on over them. Only a single-use pair of glove should be worn and they should be removed between handling soiled and clean kitchenware/utensils. COS: Dishwasher removed gloves, washed hands and put on only one pair of single-use gloves to be removed and hands washed between handling soiled and clean kitchenware/utensils.
511-6-1.03(5)(c)
17B - garbage/refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
Inspector notes: Old equipment, flooring tiles, stored in dumpster area. Items that are not necessary to the operation should be removed to prevent attraction of pests.
511-6-1.06(5)(o)
82
Jul 29, 2024
Routine
1 minor violation. 1 corrected on site.
View 1 violation
12B - personal cleanliness
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Food handler in prep area wearing watch while serving pasta and dishwasher employee wearing plastic bracelet. The only jewelry that may be worn by food handlers is a plain ring such as wedding band. COS: PIC discussed with food employees what may be worn for jewelry - watch and bracelet removed.
511-6-1.03(5)(g)
95
Jan 17, 2024
Routine
3 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 3 violations
12B - personal cleanliness
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Food handler in prep area wearing watch and dishwasher employee wearing plastic bracelet. The only jewelry that may be worn by food handlers is a plain ring such as wedding band. COS: PIC discussed with food employees what may be worn for jewelry - watch and bracelet removed.
511-6-1.03(5)(g)
15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: Accumulation of dust/grease on computers and electrical cords above the prep top cooler in main kitchen. Non-food contact surfaces shall be cleaned at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue and other debris. Per person in charge it will get clean at cob.
511-6-1.05(7)(d)
17B - garbage/refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
Inspector notes: Build-up of grease on ground in front of and on top of recycle grease container. To prevent attraction for pests, keep this area clean.
511-6-1.06(5)(q)
86
Frequently Asked Questions
When was The Olive Garden Italian Restaurant # 6425 last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at The Olive Garden Italian Restaurant # 6425 on file is from Apr 27, 2026. The public record contains six inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at The Olive Garden Italian Restaurant # 6425?
Across the inspection record, “personal cleanliness” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at The Olive Garden Italian Restaurant # 6425.
How does The Olive Garden Italian Restaurant # 6425 compare to other restaurants in Dawsonville?
The Olive Garden Italian Restaurant # 6425 most recently scored 95 out of 100, which is higher than the Dawsonville average of 90.
Has The Olive Garden Italian Restaurant # 6425's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at The Olive Garden Italian Restaurant # 6425 have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at The Olive Garden Italian Restaurant # 6425 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 Olive Garden Italian Restaurant # 6425 inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, The Olive Garden Italian Restaurant # 6425 is inspected around three times per year on average.
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