1842 Inn

353 College St, Macon, GA 31201

American

License: Food Service

Last inspected: Dec 1, 2025

100

Score

Low Risk

Public records show four inspections at 1842 Inn stretching back to 2024. The most recent report on file is from Dec 1, 2025. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.

The trend has been favorable: violation counts have eased from around two violations to closer to zero violations per visit over the last few inspections.

The most common issue across all inspections has been “food and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanable”, showing up two times.

That puts the facility ahead of the local pack: the average Macon restaurant scores 91. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.

Inspections

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Major latest

Minor latest

Inspection History

Dec 1, 2025

Routine

No violations found.

100

May 8, 2025

Routine

3 minor violations.

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15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean

Inspector notes: EHS observed buildup of carbonized food debris at bottom of main kitchen oven. Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be kept free of an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris. PIC to clean and maintain.

511-6-1.05(7)(a)

13A - posted: permit/inspection/choking poster/handwashing

Inspector notes: EHS observed inspection report out of usual spot by front door. Per PIC, frame was damaged and possibly discarded. The most current inspection report shall be prominently displayed in public view at all times, within fifteen feet of the front or primary public door and between five feet and seven feet from the floor and in an area where it can be read at a distance of one foot away. PIC to post most recent report in appropriate location.

511-6-1.02(1)(d)

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

Inspector notes: EHS observed cover to Bunn coffee grinder splitting and chipping at the edges, posing risk of plastic chips being introduced to grind should it become worse. Equipment shall be maintained in a state of repair. PIC to replace cover.

511-6-1.05(6)(a)

Nov 1, 2024

Routine

1 major violation. 1 corrected on site.

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4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: EHS observed interior baffle of ice machine with buildup of black, mold-like substance. Equipment food-contact surfaces and utensils shall be clean to sight and touch. EHS informed PIC, PIC removed baffle for sanitizing.

Feb 1, 2024

Routine

1 critical violation. 3 minor violations.

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6-1A - proper cold holding temperatures

Inspector notes: EHS observed several TCS items in reach cooler above the required 41 degrees Fahrenheit. The items that were above 41 degrees are listed below: Pack of butter- 48 Chicken Salad- 46 CA- PIC needs to make sure that all cold holding items temperatures are 41 degrees and below. Any items that were prepped the same day have four hours to reach 41 degrees before having to properly discard the item.

511-6-1.04(6)(f)

10D - food properly labeled; original container

Inspector notes: EHS observed black pepper and sugar being stored in plastic cups and not labeling it with its generic name. CA-PIC needs to make sure that any items that are taken out of its original packing needs to be label properly with its generic name.

511-6-1.04(4)(d)

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

Inspector notes: EHS observed the reach in cooler seal that was located at the bottom was broken. EHS informed PIC and PIC stated that they will be ordering a new reach in cooler and discard the old one. CA- EHS informed the PIC to remove any TCS items that is being stored in the reach in cooler that is not working.

511-6-1.05(2)(h)

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

Inspector notes: The facility uses a clear curtain to cover the clean dishes. The curtain that was being used was ripped on one side and needed to be cleaned. CA-PIC needs to ensure that all equipment that is being used in the facility is properly working. The reach in cooler needs to to hold all TCS items at 41 degrees and below. Also making sure that nonfood contact items are being cleaned routinely.

511-6-1.05(2)(h)

Frequently Asked Questions

When was 1842 Inn last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at 1842 Inn on file is from Dec 1, 2025. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at 1842 Inn?

Across the inspection record, “food and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanable” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at 1842 Inn.

How does 1842 Inn compare to other restaurants in Macon?

1842 Inn most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Macon average of 91.

Has 1842 Inn's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at 1842 Inn have averaged around zero violations per visit, down from roughly two earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at 1842 Inn 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 1842 Inn inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, 1842 Inn is inspected around two times per year on average.

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