The Reading Room
Last inspected: Apr 16, 2026
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The Reading Room, located at 429 Church St in Decatur, GA, underwent a low-risk food service inspection on April 16, 2026. During this inspection, one major and two minor violations were noted. These violations pertained to adequate handwashing facilities, preventing contamination during food preparation and storage, and proper plumbing installation with backflow devices.
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Inspection History
Apr 16, 2026
Routine
1 major violation. 2 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
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Violations — Apr 16, 2026 Inspection
2-2D - adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed a plant sitting in the hand-washing sink upon arrival CA: A handwashing sink shall be maintained so that it is accessible at all times for employee use. A handwashing facility may not be used for purposes other than handwashing. COS: Food employee removed the plant from the handwashing sink.
511-6-1.06(2)(o)
12A - contamination prevented during food preparation, storage, display
Inspector notes: Observed two bags of napkins sitting on the floor in the main kitchen. CA: Food shall be protected from contamination by storing the food in a clean, dry location, where it is not exposed to splash, dust, or other contamination, at least 6 inches (15 cm) above the floor.
511-6-1.04(4)(q)
16B - plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: Observed a leak in the pipes under the 3-compartment sink in the main kitchen. CA: A plumbing system shall be repaired according to law; P and maintained in good repair.
511-6-1.06(2)(r)
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