The Wormhole
Last inspected: Jan 30, 2026
74
Score
Public records show three inspections at The Wormhole stretching back to 2024. The most recent report on file is from Jan 30, 2026. When a facility lands in medium risk territory, it usually means a mixed inspection result.
Recent inspections have found fewer violations than earlier ones, averaging around four violations lately and about seven violations before that.
Across the inspection history, “certified food protection manager” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded three times.
Compared to other Savannah restaurants (averaging 91), there's room to close the gap. The inspection history reads as standard for a restaurant of this size.
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Inspections
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Inspection History
Jan 30, 2026
Routine
2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
15B - warewashing facilities: installed, maintained, used; test strips
Inspector notes: Observed no sanitizing test strips available in the facility. CA: PIC was advised to order sanitizing test strips for the kitchen and bar area.
511-6-1.05(3)(h)
1-2B - certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: Observed no CFSM certification on site at the facility. CA: Manager shall assigned a CFSM and they shall be certified through an ANSI accredited program. Food service establishments shall have in its employ a Certified Food Safety Manager (CFSM) as specified in paragraph (b) of this subsection to ensure food safety is being managed within the food service establishment during all hours of operation as specified within paragraph (d) of this subsection.
511-6-1.03(3)(a)
16B - plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: Observed facility had replaced service sink with a 3-compartment sink. RCA: At least one service sink or one curbed cleaning facility equipped with a floor drain shall be provided and conveniently located for the cleaning of mops or similar wet floor cleaning tools and for the disposal of mop water and similar liquid waste. Toilets and urinals may not be used as a service sink for the disposal of mop water and similar liquid waste.
511-6-1.06(2)(i)
17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean
Inspector notes: Observed water damaged and exposed ceiling tiles in the main kitchen. RCA: All physical facilities shall be maintained in good repair.
511-6-1.07(5)(a)
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May 20, 2025
Routine
2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: Observed several equipment supplies (microwave, oven toaster etc.) to have food debris build up inside of each equipment. Observed food debris build up at the top, bottom and walls of the microwave. Observed heavy food debris build up on racks inside of oven toaster. Observed reach in unit to have a heavy build up of food on racks throughout unit. RCA: Equipment food-contact surfaces and utensils shall be clean to sight and touch
511-6-1.05(7)(a)
1-2B - certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: Observed no CFSM certification on site at the facility. CA: Manager shall assigned a CFSM and they shall be certified through an ANSI accredited program. Food service establishments shall have in its employ a Certified Food Safety Manager (CFSM) as specified in paragraph (b) of this subsection to ensure food safety is being managed within the food service establishment during all hours of operation as specified within paragraph (d) of this subsection.
511-6-1.03(3)(a)
17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean
Inspector notes: Observed damaged ceiling tiles in the main kitchen with the above insulation able to be seen.. CA: Tiles shall be replaced so that the open ceiling does not open into the kitchen. All physical facilities shall be maintained in good repair.
511-6-1.07(5)(a)
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Jul 1, 2024
Routine
2 critical violations. 3 major violations. 6 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.
View 11 violations
10D - food properly labeled; original container
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed milk in the reached cooler with use by date of 6/25/24. COS,CA: PIC discarded the milk. Milk, and time/temperature control safety foods that are labeled as “keep refrigerated” and that are for sale or service to the consumer or used as an ingredient in other foods shall be immediately discarded and shall not be sold, served, or used after the manufacturer’s expiration date or the sell-by date.
511-6-1.04(8)(b)
6-2 - proper date marking and disposition
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed multiple food items without proper date-marking: avocado, mozzarella, salsa, onions, mayonaise. Observed opened container of salsa held past 7 days (dated 6/3/24). COS,CA: PIC in charge discarded all items. A food that requires datemarking shall be discarded if it: exceeds 7 days, not including the time that the product is frozen; is in a container or package that does not bear a date or day; or is appropriately marked with a date or day that exceeds 7 days.
511-6-1.04(6)(h)
1-2A - pic present, demonstrates knowledge, performs duties
Inspector notes: Observed lack of active managerial control due multiple risk factor violations including no CFSM on site, lack of overall date-marking, covering of food items and cleaning of food contact surfaces.
511-6-1.03(2)(a)
1-2B - certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: Observed no CFSM certification on site at the facility. On inquiry it was determined that the previous CFSM in now employed at another location. CA: Manager shall assigned a CFSM and they shall be certified through an ANSI accerdited program. Food service establishments shall have in its employ a Certified Food Safety Manager (CFSM) as specified in paragraph (b) of this subsection to ensure food safety is being managed within the food service establishment during all hours of operation as specified within paragraph (d) of this subsection.
511-6-1.03(3)(a)
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: Observed build-up on the inside of the dispenser for the frozen/slushie drinks. CA: The machines and dispensers shall be disassmembled, cleaned, and sanitized. Equipment food-contact surfaces and utensils shall be clean to sight and touch.
511-6-1.05(7)(a)
17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean
Inspector notes: Observed damaged ceiling tiles in the main kitchen with the above insulation able to be seen.. CA: Tiles shall be replaced so that the open ceiling does not open into the kitchen. All physical facilities shall be maintained in good repair.
511-6-1.07(5)(a)
4-2A - food stored covered
Inspector notes: Observed egg rolls and corn dogs stored uncovered in the reach-in cooler. CA: Kitchen staff shall enusre all food foods have proper coverings or lids for protection.
511-6-1.04(4)(c)
14C - single-use/single-service articles: properly stored, used
Inspector notes: Observed multiple single service containers (bowls, plates, trays) stored with no proper overhead protection from contamination. CA: Items shall be stored in protective sleeves, wrappings, or inverted to prevent environmental sources of contamination.
511-6-1.05(10)(e)
15A - food and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, and used
Inspector notes: Observed the reach-in cooler damaged with the front paneling used to help keep the seal when doors are closed to be broke out of place. Unit incapable of holding proper seal around the doors. Food stored in the unit was at 41F or below. CA: Unit shall be fixed or replaced as soon as possible. Equipment shall be maintained in a state of repair and condition that meets the requirements specified under subsections (1) and (2)of this Rule. Equipment components such as doors, seals, hinges, fasteners, and kick plates shall be kept intact, tight, and adjusted in accordance with manufacturer's specifications.
511-6-1.05(6)(a)
15A - food and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, and used
Inspector notes: Observed damaged seal on the reach-in freezer at the bar. A piece of cinderblock is being used to weigh the top down to seal. All food in the unit was frozen. CA: Unit shall be fixed or replaced as soon as possible. Equipment shall be maintained in a state of repair and condition that meets the requirements specified under subsections (1) and (2)of this Rule. Equipment components such as doors, seals, hinges, fasteners, and kick plates shall be kept intact, tight, and adjusted in accordance with manufacturer's specifications.
511-6-1.05(6)(a)
16B - plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: Observed the water to the 3-compartment sink and hand sink to be turned off because the 3-compartment sink is actively leaking at the faucet and hot water handle. PIC was able to turn the water back on for the inspection. CA: System shall be repaired as soon as possible so that the water supplying both sink can be on operating at all times.
511-6-1.06(2)(r)
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was The Wormhole last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at The Wormhole on file is from Jan 30, 2026. The public record contains three inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at The Wormhole?
Across the inspection record, “certified food protection manager” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at The Wormhole.
How does The Wormhole compare to other restaurants in Savannah?
The Wormhole most recently scored 74 out of 100, which is lower than the Savannah average of 91.
Has The Wormhole's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at The Wormhole have averaged around four violations per visit, down from roughly seven earlier in the record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at The Wormhole 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 Wormhole inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, The Wormhole is inspected around two times per year on average.
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