Wellstar Spalding Cafe

601 S 8Th St, Griffin, GA 30224

Café / Breakfast

License: Food Service

Last inspected: Apr 13, 2026

Score

Low Risk

Public records show five inspections at Wellstar Spalding Cafe stretching back to 2024. Wellstar Spalding Cafe was last inspected on Apr 13, 2026. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.

Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around two violations each.

“Proper cooling methods used” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing two times across the record.

That puts the facility ahead of the local pack: the average Griffin restaurant scores 85. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Apr 13, 2026

Routine

1 minor violation.

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11A - proper cooling methods used: adequate equipment for temperature control

Inspector notes: Observed ineffective cooling methods for time/temperature Control for Safety (TCS) food items. TCS items may have been left to cool without initial ice baths after prep or stacked between pans on speed rack in walk in cooler that are not i use, blocking air flow of items in cooling process.

511-6-1.04(6)(e)

Oct 16, 2025

Routine

1 minor violation.

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12C - wiping cloths: properly used and stored

Inspector notes: Observed wiping towel buckets are improperly stored next to cook equipment and above bulk container of food seasoning.

511-6-1.04(4)(m)

Apr 16, 2025

Routine

1 major violation. 2 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.

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6-2 - proper date marking and disposition (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed time/temperature control for safety (TCS) items date marked 4/9-4/12 have not been discarded and still in use. TCS items discarded.

511-6-1.04(6)(g)

15A - food and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, and used

Inspector notes: Observed cooler unable to maintain temperatures of 41F or below. Maintenace called and came on site to repair cooler. TCS items that were held in cooler are to remain in walk in cooler and to not be used until repaired.

511-6-1.05(6)(a)

11A - proper cooling methods used: adequate equipment for temperature control

Inspector notes: Observed TCS items being cooled using ineffective methods. TCS items in cooler that is not holding 41F or below. Advise to not stack or overfill items in coolers in large amounts.

511-6-1.04(6)(e)

Oct 22, 2024

Routine

1 critical violation. 1 minor violation. 2 corrected on site.

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6-1B - proper hot holding temperatures (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed time/temperature control for safety (TCS) food items unable to maintain temperatures of 135 or above.

511-6-1.04(6)(f)

17D - adequate ventilation and lighting; designated areas used (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed employee personal items stored on shelving in kitchen prep area.

511-6-1.07(4)(b)

Apr 17, 2024

Routine

2 major violations.

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2-2A - management knowledge, responsibilities, reporting

Inspector notes: Observed person in charge (PIC) cannot demonstrate in a verifiable manner that food employees are/were informed of their responsibility to report symptoms and/or illnesses. All food handlers must sign health policy in acknowledgment and have policy readily available at inspection.

511-6-1.03(2)(o)

2-2E - response procedures for vomiting & diarrheal events

Inspector notes: Observed procedure for vomit and diarrheal clean up not readily available at inspection. EPA approved cleaner (60156) "Oxycide" can be used as disinfectant for written procedure.

511-6-1.03(6)

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Wellstar Spalding Cafe last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Wellstar Spalding Cafe on file is from Apr 13, 2026. The public record contains five inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Wellstar Spalding Cafe?

Across the inspection record, “proper cooling methods used” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Wellstar Spalding Cafe.

How does Wellstar Spalding Cafe compare to other restaurants in Griffin?

Wellstar Spalding Cafe most recently scored 95 out of 100, which is higher than the Griffin average of 85.

Has Wellstar Spalding Cafe's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Wellstar Spalding Cafe have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Wellstar Spalding Cafe 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 Wellstar Spalding Cafe inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Wellstar Spalding Cafe is inspected around three times per year on average.

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