Three Buddies
Last inspected: Jan 15, 2026
64
Score
Three Buddies, located at 529 Baxter St in Athens, GA, had a moderate risk inspection on January 15, 2026, with a score of 64. This inspection identified one critical, one major, and four minor violations, including issues with adequate handwashing facilities, proper hot holding temperatures, and required postings. Previous inspections at this American restaurant have generally been low risk.
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Inspections
1
Critical latest
1
Major latest
4
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 15, 2026
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 4 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.
64
Jul 8, 2025
Routine
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 6 minor violations. 5 corrected on site.
50
May 7, 2025
Initial
1 minor violation.
95
Violations — Jan 15, 2026 Inspection
2-2D - adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Hand towels not available for use at kitchen hand sink. CA: Maintain supply of hand towels for hand sinks. COS-Employee provided hand towels.
511-6-1.07(3)(b)
6-1B - proper hot holding temperatures
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Grilled meat hot held at temperature of 56F. CA: TCS foods to be hot held at 135F or greater. COS- PIC reheated TCS food to 165F minimum, after verifying less than 2 hours elapsed out of temperature control.
511-6-1.04(6)(f)
13A - posted: permit/inspection/choking poster/handwashing
Inspector notes: Most recent Inspection Report posted behind front counter.
511-6-1.02(1)(d)
17B - garbage/refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
Inspector notes: Dumpster door left open after last use. Repeat.
511-6-1.06(5)(n)
17B - garbage/refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
Inspector notes: Dumpster drain plug not present on dumpster.
511-6-1.06(5)(o)
17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean
Inspector notes: Dust accumulation observed on ceiling vent in rest room.
511-6-1.07(5)(a)
Priority (Critical)
Priority Foundation (Major)
Core (Minor)
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