The Shanty Cafe

106 Broad St, Darien, GA 31305

Café / Breakfast

License: Food Service

Last inspected: Sep 18, 2025

Score

Low Risk

Inspectors have visited The Shanty Cafe four times, with records going back to 2024. The Shanty Cafe was last inspected on Sep 18, 2025. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.

Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around one violation each.

The Shanty Cafe's latest score of 95 sits above the Darien average of 86. Overall, the inspection record reads well.

Inspections

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Major latest

Minor latest

Inspection History

Sep 18, 2025

Routine

1 minor violation. 1 corrected on site.

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

Inspector notes: Observed scoops stored in sugar and flour with the handles touching the food. COS: Scoops were removed. Rule: In use utensils for non-TCS items may be stored inside of a closed container if the handle is kept above the food product.

511-6-1.04(4)(k)

Mar 26, 2025

Routine

No violations found.

100

Sep 3, 2024

Routine

1 minor violation. 1 corrected on site.

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14B - utensils, equipment and linens: properly stored, dried, handled (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed plates stored on shelf upright, subject to contamination from dust. COS: CFSM flipped plates to protect from contamination. CA: Ensure all table ware is stored to prevent contamination from dust, splash, or other sources.

511-6-1.05(10)(e)

Jan 16, 2024

Routine

1 critical violation. 1 corrected on site.

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

Inspector notes: Observed TCS foods in reach-in cooler in front food service area above 41F at the time of this inspection. COS: Out of temperature TCS foods were discarded. CA: Adjust temperature / seek repairs on unit so temperatures of TCS foods are 41F or below.

511-6-1.04(6)(f)

Frequently Asked Questions

When was The Shanty Cafe last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at The Shanty Cafe on file is from Sep 18, 2025. The public record contains four inspections in total.

How does The Shanty Cafe compare to other restaurants in Darien?

The Shanty Cafe most recently scored 95 out of 100, which is higher than the Darien average of 86.

Has The Shanty Cafe's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at The Shanty Cafe have averaged around one violation per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at The Shanty Cafe 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 Shanty Cafe inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, The Shanty Cafe is inspected around two times per year on average.

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