The U Bar

3515 Camp Creek Pkwy Ste 50, Atlanta, GA 30344
Bar / Pub
License: Food Service
Last inspected: May 4, 2026
64
Score
Medium Risk

The health department has logged six inspections at The U Bar, the earliest from 2024. The most recent visit was on May 4, 2026. A medium risk rating points to a few notable findings at the last inspection, though nothing severe.

Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with counts hovering near five violations per visit.

“Food-contact surfaces” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing three times across the record.

The U Bar's latest score of 64 falls below the Atlanta average of 90. Taken together, the history looks like that of a busy facility working through the usual inspection cycle.

6
Inspections
1
Critical latest
1
Major latest
4
Minor latest
Inspection History
May 4, 2026
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 4 minor violations. 4 corrected on site.
View 6 violations
6-2 - proper date marking and disposition (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed container of oxtails in WIC date marked for disposition on 5/1. (h) Ready-to-Eat, Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food, Disposition. 1. A food that requires datemarking shall be discarded if it: (i) Exceeds 7 days, not including the time that the product is frozen; P (ii) Is in a container or package that does not bear a date or day; P or (iii) Is inappropriately marked with a date or day that exceeds 7 days . P PIC discarded food item.
511-6-1.04(6)(h)
2-2E - response procedures for vomiting & diarrheal events
Inspector notes: Observed failure to maintain proper disinfectant or means to clean in response to vomiting or diarrheal events to protect against the spread of disease. (6) Responding To Contamination Events. A food establishment shall have written procedures for employees to follow and an EPA registered disinfectant effective against Norovirus available on-site at the food service establishment when responding to vomiting or diarrheal events that involve the discharge of vomitus or fecal matter onto surfaces in the food service establishment. The procedures shall address the specific actions employees must take to minimize the spread of contamination and the exposure of employees, consumers, food, and surfaces to vomitus or fecal matter.Pf PIC has ordered a bodily fluid kit.
511-6-1.03(6)
4-2A - food stored covered (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed failure to cover tray of yellow rice in WIC to protect from overhead contamination. (iv) Except as specified under paragraph 2. of this subsection and when cooling as specified in DPH Rule 511-6-1-.04(6)(e)2.(ii), storing the food in packages, covered containers, or wrappings, except for loosely covered or uncovered containers in which food is being cooled if protected from overhead contamination; PIC covered tray of rice.
511-6-1.04(4)(c)
12A - contamination prevented during food preparation, storage, display (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed failure to protect food from sources of contamination by being stored at least 6 inches off the ground. Observed bucket of ice being used to make drinks stored on the ground in main kitchen. PIC moved bucket to area at least 6 inches off the ground.
511-6-1.04(4)(q)
14A - in-use utensils: properly stored (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed failure to store in-use utensils in a clean protected area for food that is non TCS. Observed ice scoop being stored inside ice machine. (k)Storage of In-Use Utensils. During pauses in food preparation or dispensing, food preparation and dispensing utensils shall be stored: PIC removed ice scoop and placed outside of ice machine.
511-6-1.04(4)(k)
18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present
Inspector notes: Observed failure to protect against potential entry of pests, observed visible gap under rear exit door in main kitchen. (m) Outer Openings, Protected. 1. Except as specified in paragraphs 2 through 5 of this subsection, outer openings of a food service establishment shall be protected against the entry of insects and rodents by: (i) Filling or closing holes and other gaps along floors, walls, and ceilings; (ii) Closed, tight-fitting windows; and (iii) Solid, self-closing, tight-fitting doors. PIC advised to have bottom o door sealed.
511-6-1.07(2)(m)
64
Dec 11, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 4 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 7 violations
6-2 - proper date marking and disposition
Inspector notes: Observed ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food (chicken) not properly date marked. 511-6-1.04(6)(g) - Ready-To-Eat Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food, Date Marking (Pf) (g) Ready-to-Eat Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food, Date Marking 1. Except when packaging food using a reduced oxygen packaging method, and except as specified in paragraphs 5 and 6 of this subsection, refrigerated, ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared and held in a food establishment for more than 24 hours shall be clearly marked to indicate the date or day by which the food shall be consumed on the premises, sold, or discarded, when held at a temperature of 41°F (5°C) or below for a maximum of 7 days. The day of preparation shall be counted as Day 1. PIC instructed the correct...
511-6-1.04(6)(h)
15B - warewashing facilities: installed, maintained, used; test strips
Inspector notes: Observed facility has not test strips for sanitizer solution. 511-6-1.05(3)(h),(i),(j) - Temperature Measuring Device, Manual Warewashing; Sanitizing Solutions, Testing Device (Pf) (h) Temperature Measuring Devices, Manual and Mechanical Warewashing. 1. In manual warewashing operations, a temperature measuring device shall be provided and readily accessible for frequently measuring the washing and sanitizing temperatures.
511-6-1.05(3)(h)
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: Observed mildew like/biological growth build up on bar soda guns. Equipment food-contact surfaces and utensils shall be clean to sight and touch. Informed PIC to replace worn-out boards and keep prep tops clean and free from observed mildew/biological growth build up.
511-6-1.05(7)(a)
12A - contamination prevented during food preparation, storage, display (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed scoop handle buried in food container of flour in the kitchen area. 511-6-1.04(4)(z) - Miscellaneous Sources of Contamination (C) (z) Miscellaneous Sources of Contamination. Food shall be protected from contamination that may result from a factor or source not specified under paragraphs (a) through (y) of this subsection. PIC removed and sanitized scoop.
511-6-1.04(4)(z)
14C - single-use/single-service articles: properly stored, used
Inspector notes: Observed boxes of food (oil) stored on kitchen floor. 511-6-1.05(10)(e)1&3 - Single-Service/Single-Use items stored 6" off floor in clean, dry location (C) (e) Equipment, Utensils, Linens, and Single-Service and Single-Use Articles. 1. Except as specified in paragraph 4 of this subsection, cleaned equipment and utensils, laundered linens, and single-service and single-use articles shall be stored: (i) In a clean, dry location; (ii) Where they are not exposed to splash, dust, or other contamination; and (iii) At least 6 inches (15 centimeters) above the floor.
511-6-1.05(10)(e)
15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: Food particles build up observed at prep cooler and kitchen equipment.511-6-1.05(7)(d) - Nonfood-Contact Surfaces (C) (d) Nonfood-Contact Surfaces. Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be cleaned at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil residues. Advised PIC Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be kept free of an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris.
511-6-1.05(7)(d)
17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean
Inspector notes: Observed kitchen and bar floor tiles need to be replaced to avoid accumulation of water in the cracks and holes on the floor. 511-6-1.07(5)(a),(b) - Good Repair, physical facilities maintained; Cleaning, Frequency & Restrictions, cleaned often enough to keep them clean (C)(5) Maintenance and Operation. The facility kitchen floor and bar floor need a deep cleaning or replacement.
511-6-1.07(5)(a)
58
Jun 3, 2025
Routine
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
6-2 - proper date marking and disposition
Inspector notes: Observed ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food prepared on-site and frozen not properly date marked. 511-6-1.04(6)(g) - Ready-To-Eat Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food, Date Marking (Pf) (g) Ready-to-Eat Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food, Date Marking 1. Except when packaging food using a reduced oxygen packaging method, and except as specified in paragraphs 5 and 6 of this subsection, refrigerated, ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared and held in a food establishment for more than 24 hours shall be clearly marked to indicate the date or day by which the food shall be consumed on the premises, sold, or discarded, when held at a temperature of 41°F (5°C) or below for a maximum of 7 days. The day of preparation shall be counted as Day 1. PIC inst...
511-6-1.04(6)(g)
15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: Food particles build up observed at prep cooler and kitchen equipment.511-6-1.05(7)(d) - Nonfood-Contact Surfaces (C) (d) Nonfood-Contact Surfaces. Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be cleaned at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil residues. Advised PIC Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be kept free of an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris.
511-6-1.05(7)(d)
17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean
Inspector notes: Observed ice build up in walk in freezer. 511-6-1.07(5)(a),(b) - Good Repair, physical facilities maintained; Cleaning, Frequency & Restrictions, cleaned often enough to keep them clean (C) (5) Maintenance and Operation. (a) Good Repair. All physical facilities shall be maintained in good repair. PIC will place a work order to have it looked at.
511-6-1.07(5)(a)
17D - adequate ventilation and lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: Hood ventilation system inadequate as evidenced by grease accumulation on hood. 511-6-1.05(3)(d) - Ventilation Hood System, Adequacy, adequate to prevent grease & condensation build-up (C) (d) Ventilation Hood Systems, Adequacy. Ventilation hood systems and devices shall be sufficient in number and capacity to prevent grease or condensation from collecting on walls and ceilings.
511-6-1.05(3)(d)
78
Nov 5, 2024
Routine
2 major violations. 3 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.
View 5 violations
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed build-up of slimy pink and black mold substance in the interior of ice machine board. Surfaces of utensils and equipment contacting food that is not time/temperature control for safety food shall be cleaned: At any time when contamination may have occurred; at least every 24 hours for iced tea dispensers including nozzles and consumer self-service utensils such as tongs, scoops, or ladles; before restocking consumer self-service equipment and utensils such as condiment dispensers and display containers; and in equipment such as ice bins and beverage dispensing nozzles and enclosed components of equipment such as ice makers, cooking oil storage tanks and distribution lines, beverage and syrup dispensing lines or tubes, coffee bean grinders, and water vending equipment: at a freq...
511-6-1.05(7)(b)
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: Observed mildew like/biological growth build up on cutting board. Equipment food-contact surfaces and utensils shall be clean to sight and touch. Informed PIC to replace worn-out boards and keep prep tops clean and free from observed mildew/biological growth build up.
511-6-1.05(7)(a)
12A - contamination prevented during food preparation, storage, display (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed scoop handle buried in food container of flour in the kitchen area. 511-6-1.04(4)(z) - Miscellaneous Sources of Contamination (C) (z) Miscellaneous Sources of Contamination. Food shall be protected from contamination that may result from a factor or source not specified under paragraphs (a) through (y) of this subsection. PIC removed and sanitized scoop.
511-6-1.04(4)(z)
14B - utensils, equipment and linens: properly stored, dried, handled
Inspector notes: Observed kitchen clean utensils and pans stacked wet without air drying them first. 511-6-1.05(10)(a) - Equipment & Utensils, Air-Drying Required (C) (10) Protection of Clean Items. (a) Equipment and Utensils, Air-Drying Required. After cleaning and sanitizing, equipment and utensils: 1. Shall be air-dried or used after adequate draining before contact with food; and 2. May not be cloth dried except that utensils that have been air-dried may be polished with cloths that are maintained clean and dry. PIC instructed to do steps air-drying first before stacking to avoid accumulation of bacteria.
511-6-1.05(10)(a)
15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: Food particles build up observed at prep cooler and kitchen equipment.511-6-1.05(7)(d) - Nonfood-Contact Surfaces (C) (d) Nonfood-Contact Surfaces. Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be cleaned at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil residues. Advised PIC Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be kept free of an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris.
511-6-1.05(7)(d)
70
May 1, 2024
Followup
2 major violations. 4 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 6 violations
15A - food and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, and used
Inspector notes: Cutting board with residue / seams - Ca: ensure cutting boards remain cleanable with no grooves where residue may settle discoloring board. code: c) Multiuse Food-Contact Surfaces. 1. Multiuse food-contact surfaces shall be: (i) Smooth; Pf (ii) Free of breaks, open seams, cracks, chips, inclusions, pits, and similar imperfections; Pf
511-6-1.05(2)(c)
15B - warewashing facilities: installed, maintained, used; test strips
Inspector notes: Observed 110f dishwasher - code: The temperature of the wash solution in spray-type warewashers that use chemicals to sanitize may not be less than 120ºF (49ºC). Pf
511-6-1.05(6)(j)
15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: Food particles build up observed at prep cooler. Clean. Code: 3. Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be kept free of an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris.
511-6-1.05(7)(a)
12B - personal cleanliness (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed food employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food…bracelet and watch- cos: removed: code- Jewelry. Except for a plain ring such as a wedding band food employees may not wear jewelry including medical information jewelry on their arms and hands while preparing food.
511-6-1.03(5)(g)
12B - personal cleanliness
Inspector notes: Observed employee with no beard guard/restraint. Code: Hair Restraints. 1. Employees preparing or handling food shall use effective and clean, disposable or easily cleanable nets or other hair restraints approved by the Health Authority, worn properly to restrain loose hair including beards and mustaches longer than one half inch. 2. This does not apply to employees such as counter staff who only serve beverages and wrapped or packaged foods, hostesses, and wait staff if they present a minimal risk of contaminating exposed food, clean utensils and linens and unwrapped single-service and single-use a
511-6-1.03(5)(j)
15A - food and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, and used
Inspector notes: observed cracked lids for food storage containers. Ca: replace damaged lids. Code: (1) Materials. (a) General Requirements. 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: P safe P, durable, corrosion-resistant, and nonabsorbent. In addition, materials shall be sufficient in weight and thickness to withstand repeated warewashing and shall be finished to have a smooth, easily cleanable surface. Materials shall be resistant to pitting, chipping, crazing, scratching, scoring, distortion and decomposition.
511-6-1.05(1)(a)
67
Apr 12, 2024
Initial
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation. 3 corrected on site.
View 4 violations
4-1A - food separated and protected (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed improper vertical separation of raw animal foods and ready-to-eat foods. Observed raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit/during preparation.
511-6-1.04(4)(c)
6-1C - proper cooling time and temperature (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Cooked Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food (list food item here) not cooled from 135F to 41F within 6 hours.
511-6-1.04(6)(d)
8-2B - toxic substances properly identified, stored, used
Inspector notes: Labels
511-6-1.07(6)(b)
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Zero ppm
511-6-1.05(6)(m)
64

Frequently Asked Questions

When was The U Bar last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at The U Bar on file is from May 4, 2026. The public record contains six inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at The U Bar?

Across the inspection record, “food-contact surfaces” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at The U Bar.

How does The U Bar compare to other restaurants in Atlanta?

The U Bar most recently scored 64 out of 100, which is lower than the Atlanta average of 90.

Has The U Bar's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at The U Bar have averaged around five violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at The U Bar means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.

How often is The U Bar inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, The U Bar is inspected around three times per year on average.