Inspection Reveals Varied Health Scores in Athens-Clarke County Establishments
Recent health inspections in Athens-Clarke County have uncovered a diverse range of food safety and facility compliance levels among local eateries. From cockroach sightings to perfect cleanliness, the results of the inspections conducted from September 1st to 14th reveal both areas of concern and examples of excellence.
One notable establishment, Butt Hutt located on Macon Highway, was marked for substantial improvement with a score of 89. Inspectors discovered live cockroaches in the kitchen area, along with issues such as grease and dust accumulation and a faulty gasket on the walk-in cooler. Other establishments, such as Tlaloc and Saint Mary’s Health Care System, were not far behind, each scoring an 87, while Taqueria La Parrilla received an 85.
7 Brew faced challenges with temperature control, receiving an 82 due to milk being stored above the recommended 41 degrees Fahrenheit, among other infractions.
On a brighter note, several Athens-area businesses achieved scores in the 90s. Chick-fil-A in downtown Athens and Maepole both excelled with a near-perfect score of 99, while Taco Bell on West Broad Street was close behind with a 98.
In a display of exemplary standards, six establishments, including Cedar Shoals High School and Ellianos, achieved flawless scores of 100, setting a benchmark for others in the community.
For more details on recent health inspection ratings, visit The Georgia Department of Public Health website.
