Up Dawg

400 E Clayton St Ste A, Athens, GA 30601
American
License: Food Service
Last inspected: Apr 29, 2026
95
Score
Low Risk

Going back to 2024, Up Dawg has four inspections in the public record. Inspectors last stopped by on Apr 29, 2026. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.

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

The pattern that stands out is “food-contact surfaces”, which has been cited two times.

The city-wide average for Athens sits at 88, putting Up Dawg on the better side of that line. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.

4
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 29, 2026
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean
Inspector notes: Floors sticky in upstairs area.
511-6-1.07(5)(a)
95
Jul 3, 2025
Routine
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: Both bulk ice machines have buildup of mold. Corrective action (CA): Have ice machines cleaned more frequently to prevent buildup of mold.
511-6-1.05(7)(b)
18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present
Inspector notes: Drain flies observed throughout upstairs of establishment.
511-6-1.07(5)(k)
86
Jun 12, 2024
Routine
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
15A - food and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, and used
Inspector notes: Upstairs hand washing sink not sealed to wall.
511-6-1.05(4)(b)
15A - food and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, and used
Inspector notes: Upstairs beer prep cooler pooling water.
511-6-1.05(6)(a)
90
Mar 12, 2024
Initial
1 major violation.
View 1 violation
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: Observed mold buildup in bulk ice machine in basement. Corrective action (CA): Have ice machine cleaned more frequently to prevent buildup.
511-6-1.05(7)(b)
90

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Up Dawg last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Up Dawg on file is from Apr 29, 2026. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Up Dawg?

Across the inspection record, “food-contact surfaces” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Up Dawg.

How does Up Dawg compare to other restaurants in Athens?

Up Dawg most recently scored 95 out of 100, which is higher than the Athens average of 88.

Has Up Dawg's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Up Dawg have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Up Dawg 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 Up Dawg inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Up Dawg is inspected around two times per year on average.