Urban Wu

3330 Piedmont Rd Ste 22B, Atlanta, GA 30305
Chinese
License: Food Service
Last inspected: Mar 9, 2026
86
Score
Low Risk

Public records show four inspections at Urban Wu stretching back to 2024. The most recent visit was on Mar 9, 2026. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.

The picture has improved over the last few visits: recent inspections have averaged around two violations, down from roughly four violations earlier in the record.

Across the inspection history, “in-use utensils” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded four times.

Compared to other Atlanta restaurants (averaging 90), there's room to close the gap. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.

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Inspections
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Critical latest
1
Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 9, 2026
Routine
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
6-2 - proper date marking and disposition
Inspector notes: Observed no date marking on prepared foods in the walk in cooler CA: Advised PIC TCS food items that will be held over 24 hours must be date marked.
511-6-1.04(6)(g)
14A - in-use utensils: properly stored
Inspector notes: Observed rice scoops stored in water at 83 degrees. CA: Advised PIC during pauses in food preparation or dispensing, food preparation and dispensing utensils shall be stored in a container of water if the water is maintained at a temperature of at least 135F.
511-6-1.04(4)(k)
86
Aug 28, 2025
Routine
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
6-2 - proper date marking and disposition
Inspector notes: Observed no date marking on prepared foods in the walk in cooler CA: Advised PIC TCS food items that will be held over 24 hours must be date marked.
511-6-1.04(6)(g)
14A - in-use utensils: properly stored
Inspector notes: Observed rice scoops stored in water at 75 degrees. CA: Advised PIC during pauses in food preparation or dispensing, food preparation and dispensing utensils shall be stored in a container of water if the water is maintained at a temperature of at least 135F.
511-6-1.04(4)(k)
14A - in-use utensils: properly stored
Inspector notes: Observed food dispensing utensils stored with handles touching food. CA: Advised PIC during pauses in food preparation or dispensing, food preparation and dispensing utensils shall be stored in the food with their handles above the top of the food and the container.
511-6-1.04(4)(k)
82
Mar 18, 2025
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 the interior of the ice machine unclean with pink buildup. COS- PIC started burning the ice to clean the machine. 511-6-1.05(7)(b) - Food Contact Surfaces and Utensils - Cleaning Frequency (P, C) (b) Equipment Food-Contact Surfaces and Utensils. 1. Equipment food-contact surfaces and utensils shall be cleaned: iv) 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: (I) At a frequency specified by the manufacturer; or (II) Absent manufacturer specifications, at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil or mold.
511-6-1.05(7)(b)
15B - warewashing facilities: installed, maintained, used; test strips
Inspector notes: Observed a high temperature dish machine and no irreversible temperature indicator. CA- irreversible temperature indicator shall be purchased and a picture sent once purchased. 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. Pf 2. In hot water mechanical warewashing operations, an irreversible registering temperature indicator shall be provided and readily accessible for measuring the utensil surface temperature. Pf (i) Sanitizing Solutions, Testing Devices. A test kit or othe...
511-6-1.05(3)(h)
14A - in-use utensils: properly stored (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed the rice scoops stored in water at 77 degrees. COS- utensils were put in hot water that was measured at 135 F. 511-6-1.04(4)(k) - In-Use Utensils, Between-Use Storage (C) (k)Storage of In-Use Utensils. During pauses in food preparation or dispensing, food preparation and dispensing utensils shall be stored: 1.Except as specified under paragraph 2 of this subsection, in the food with their handles above the top of the food and the container; 2.In food that is not time/temperature control for safety food with their handles above the top of the food within containers or equipment that can be closed, such as bins of sugar, flour, or cinnamon; 3.On a clean portion of the food preparation table or cooking equipment only if the in-use utensil and the food-contact surface of the food p...
511-6-1.04(4)(k)
15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: Observed the shelves unclean and rusted in the WIC, observed the fans unclean in the WIC. Observed debris around equipment. CA- all equipment shall be cleaned and free of debris. 511-6-1.05(7)(a)2,3 - Equipment, Food/Nonfood-Contact Surfaces, and Utensils, food-contact surfaces of cooking equipment & nonfood-contact surfaces free of accumulations (C) 2. The food-contact surfaces of cooking equipment and pans shall be kept free of encrusted grease deposits and other soil accumulations. 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)
10D - food properly labeled; original container
Inspector notes: Observed multiple not easily recognizable seasonings not labeled with the common name. COS- items were labeled. Observed sauces inside squeeze bottles not labeled. COS- squeeze bottles labeled. 511-6-1.04(4)(d) - Food Storage Containers Identified with Common Name of Food (C) (d) Food Storage Containers, Identified with Common Name of Food. Except for containers holding food that can be readily and unmistakably recognized, such as dry pasta, working containers holding food or food ingredients that are removed from their original packages for use in the food establishment, such as cooking oils, flour, herbs, potato flakes, salt, spices, and sugar shall be clearly and legibly identified, in English, with the common name of the food.
511-6-1.04(4)(d)
70
May 14, 2024
Routine
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: Observed can opener at Prep table with build of old food debris on blade. Advised PIC to have Can Opener cleaned and Maintained. Even if not used. 7) Cleaning of Equipment and Utensils. (a) Equipment, Food-Contact Surfaces, and Utensils. 1. Equipment food-contact surfaces and utensils shall be clean to sight and touch. Pf.
511-6-1.05(7)(a)
15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: Observed accumulation of old encrusted food debris on the floors, walls, shelves, and gaskets of reach-in units throughout the facility. Advise PIC to have these areas cleaned sight to touch 2. The food-contact surfaces of cooking equipment and pans shall be kept free of encrusted grease deposits and other soil accumulations. 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)
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Urban Wu last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Urban Wu on file is from Mar 9, 2026. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Urban Wu?

Across the inspection record, “in-use utensils” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Urban Wu.

How does Urban Wu compare to other restaurants in Atlanta?

Urban Wu most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is lower than the Atlanta average of 90.

Has Urban Wu's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Urban Wu have averaged around two violations per visit, down from roughly four earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Urban Wu 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 Urban Wu inspected?

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